Best Outdoor Space Heaters Updated January 2025

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Best Outdoor Space Heaters
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated January 2025
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TRUSTECH Greenhouse Heater, 1500W PTC Fast Heating Outdoor Space Heater with Thermostat, Overheat Protection, 3 Modes, 90° Adju...

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TRUSTECH Greenhouse Heater, 1500W PTC Fast Heating Outdoor Space Heater with Thermostat, Overheat Protection, 3 Modes, 90° Adju...

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Air Choice Greenhouse Heater with Thermostat, 1500W Outdoor Space Heater with Overheat Protection, 3S Quick Heat, 3 Modes, 90° ...

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Air Choice Greenhouse Heater with Thermostat, 1500W Outdoor Space Heater with Overheat Protection, 3S Quick Heat, 3 Modes, 90° ...

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Mr. Heater MH-F232000 Portable Buddy 9,000 BTU Propane Gas Radiant Heater with Piezo Igniter for Outdoor Camping, Job Site, Hun...
Type: Portable liquid propane gas fueled
Max Energy: 9,000 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 225 sq ft
Heat Settings: 2
Shut-off: Switch, emergency low oxygen, tip switch, thermal shut down
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Mr. Heater MH-F232000 Portable Buddy 9,000 BTU Propane Gas Radiant Heater with Piezo Igniter for Outdoor Camping, Job Site, Hun...
Type: Portable liquid propane gas fueled
Max Energy: 9,000 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 225 sq ft
Heat Settings: 2
Shut-off: Switch, emergency low oxygen, tip switch, thermal shut down

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VAGKRI Outdoor Infrared Heater, 1500W 36inch Electric Heater with 3 Heating Levels, Tip-Over & Overheat Protection, IPX5 Waterp...
Type: Plug-in
Max Energy: 1500 watts
Coverage: Not indicated
Heat Settings: 3
Shut-off: Switch, safety auto

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VAGKRI Outdoor Infrared Heater, 1500W 36inch Electric Heater with 3 Heating Levels, Tip-Over & Overheat Protection, IPX5 Waterp...
Type: Plug-in
Max Energy: 1500 watts
Coverage: Not indicated
Heat Settings: 3
Shut-off: Switch, safety auto

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Lasko Oscillating Digital Ceramic Tower Heater for Home with Adjustable Thermostat, Timer and Remote Control, 23 Inches, 1500W,...
Type: Plug-in
Max Energy: 1500 watts
Coverage: Up to 300 sq ft
Heat Settings: 2
Shut-off: Remote, button, timer, safety auto
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Lasko Oscillating Digital Ceramic Tower Heater for Home with Adjustable Thermostat, Timer and Remote Control, 23 Inches, 1500W,...
Type: Plug-in
Max Energy: 1500 watts
Coverage: Up to 300 sq ft
Heat Settings: 2
Shut-off: Remote, button, timer, safety auto

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EAST OAK 48,000 BTU Patio Heater for Outdoor Use With Round Table Design, Double-Layer Stainless Steel Burner and Wheels, Outdo...
Type: Propane
Max Energy: 48,000 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 18' radius
Heat Settings: Adjustable
Shut-off: Switch, safety auto

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EAST OAK 48,000 BTU Patio Heater for Outdoor Use With Round Table Design, Double-Layer Stainless Steel Burner and Wheels, Outdo...
Type: Propane
Max Energy: 48,000 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 18' radius
Heat Settings: Adjustable
Shut-off: Switch, safety auto

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Dr Infrared Heater DR-238 Carbon Infrared Outdoor Heater for Restaurant, Patio, Backyard, Garage, and Decks, Standard, Black
Type: Plug-in electric
Max Energy: 1,500 watts
Coverage: Up to 150 sq ft
Heat Settings: 3
Shut-off: Remote, timer, safety auto

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Dr Infrared Heater DR-238 Carbon Infrared Outdoor Heater for Restaurant, Patio, Backyard, Garage, and Decks, Standard, Black
Type: Plug-in electric
Max Energy: 1,500 watts
Coverage: Up to 150 sq ft
Heat Settings: 3
Shut-off: Remote, timer, safety auto

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EAST OAK 50,000 BTU Patio Heater with Sand Box, Table Design, Double-Layer Stainless Steel Burner, Wheels, Triple Protection Sy...
Type: Propane
Max Energy: 50,000 BTUs
Coverage: 20' diameter
Heat Settings: Adjustable
Shut-off: Switch
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EAST OAK 50,000 BTU Patio Heater with Sand Box, Table Design, Double-Layer Stainless Steel Burner, Wheels, Triple Protection Sy...
Type: Propane
Max Energy: 50,000 BTUs
Coverage: 20' diameter
Heat Settings: Adjustable
Shut-off: Switch
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EAST OAK 50,000 BTU Patio Heater with Sand Box, Table Design, Double-Layer Stainless Steel Burner, Wheels, Triple Protection Sy...
Type: Portable liquid propane gas fueled
Max Energy: 50,000 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 18' radius
Heat Settings: Adjustable dial
Shut-off: Dial, tilt safety auto, flame out auto, hypoxia auto
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EAST OAK 50,000 BTU Patio Heater with Sand Box, Table Design, Double-Layer Stainless Steel Burner, Wheels, Triple Protection Sy...
Type: Portable liquid propane gas fueled
Max Energy: 50,000 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 18' radius
Heat Settings: Adjustable dial
Shut-off: Dial, tilt safety auto, flame out auto, hypoxia auto

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Cuisinart COH-500 Portable Tabletop Patio, 11,000 BTU Outdoor Propane Heater with Safety Tilt Switch and Burner Screen Guard, 1...
Type: Portable
Max Energy: 11,00 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 30 sq ft
Heat Settings: 2
Shut-off: Switch, safety auto
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Cuisinart COH-500 Portable Tabletop Patio, 11,000 BTU Outdoor Propane Heater with Safety Tilt Switch and Burner Screen Guard, 1...
Type: Portable
Max Energy: 11,00 BTUs
Coverage: Up to 30 sq ft
Heat Settings: 2
Shut-off: Switch, safety auto

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TRUSTECH Greenhouse Heater, 1500W PTC Fast Heating Outdoor Space Heater with Thermostat, Overheat Protection, 3 Modes, 90° Adju...

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TRUSTECH Greenhouse Heater, 1500W PTC Fast Heating Outdoor Space Heater with Thermostat, Overheat Protection, 3 Modes, 90° Adju...

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1. TRUSTECH Greenhouse Heater, 1500W PTC Fast Heating Outdoor Space Heater with Thermostat, Overheat Protection, 3 Modes, 90° Adju...
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2. Air Choice Greenhouse Heater with Thermostat, 1500W Outdoor Space Heater with Overheat Protection, 3S Quick Heat, 3 Modes, 90° ...
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3. Mr. Heater Buddy Heater
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4. VAGKRI Outdoor Infrared Heater
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5. Lasko 755320 Oscillating Ceramic Space Heater
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6. East Oak UR48BN1 Patio Heater
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7. Dr. Infrared Heater DR-238 Outdoor Heater
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8. East Oak Patio Heater with Sand Box
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9. East Oak Patio Heater
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10. Cuisinart Portable Tabletop Heater
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Type
Portable liquid propane gas fueled Plug-in Plug-in Propane Plug-in electric Propane Portable liquid propane gas fueled Portable
Type
Portable liquid propane gas fueled Plug-in Plug-in Propane Plug-in electric Propane Portable liquid propane gas fueled Portable
Max Energy
9,000 BTUs 1500 watts 1500 watts 48,000 BTUs 1,500 watts 50,000 BTUs 50,000 BTUs 11,00 BTUs
Max Energy
9,000 BTUs 1500 watts 1500 watts 48,000 BTUs 1,500 watts 50,000 BTUs 50,000 BTUs 11,00 BTUs
Coverage
Up to 225 sq ft Not indicated Up to 300 sq ft Up to 18' radius Up to 150 sq ft 20' diameter Up to 18' radius Up to 30 sq ft
Coverage
Up to 225 sq ft Not indicated Up to 300 sq ft Up to 18' radius Up to 150 sq ft 20' diameter Up to 18' radius Up to 30 sq ft
Heat Settings
2 3 2 Adjustable 3 Adjustable Adjustable dial 2
Heat Settings
2 3 2 Adjustable 3 Adjustable Adjustable dial 2
Shut-off
Switch, emergency low oxygen, tip switch, thermal shut down Switch, safety auto Remote, button, timer, safety auto Switch, safety auto Remote, timer, safety auto Switch Dial, tilt safety auto, flame out auto, hypoxia auto Switch, safety auto
Shut-off
Switch, emergency low oxygen, tip switch, thermal shut down Switch, safety auto Remote, button, timer, safety auto Switch, safety auto Remote, timer, safety auto Switch Dial, tilt safety auto, flame out auto, hypoxia auto Switch, safety auto