Why skip enjoying winter nights when the patio heater is here? In the daytime, the sun allows you to chill on your patio. Make the most of your night time relaxation with the moon and a good patio heater.

Best Overall- East Oak Pyramid Patio Heater

The heater is of quality materials, it’s well designed and the components are well crafted.

Best features- Pamapic Patio Heater

Provides good heat and is visually pleasing on cold mornings on our patio.

Most Classic- East Oak Patio Heater

This is an excellent heater; it works well and is not difficult to assemble.

Best Design- Home Labs Gas Patio heater

I was very impressed by the quality of the unit. Feels way more sturdy than similar units I’ve owned in the past.

Best Value- Amazon Basics Patio Heater

Works as described. It is easy to use, and to put together.

Blankets cannot keep your body warm enough on chilling nights. Put away the blanket restriction and get your hands on the best patio heater.

There are many reasons to invest in a portable Patio Heater. One such reason is that you can carry the heater anywhere away from your home. If your neighbor ever needs it, you can lend it to them as well.

Here are the 5 best patio heater suggestions for you.

Item 1- East Oak Pyramid Patio Heater

This heater has the shape of a pyramid. The shape holds importance for distributing heat. Pyramid heaters provide warmth to larger areas. These have lower fire risks and add a style to the ambiance.

The exterior material of the heater is stainless steel. This material has a higher heat resistance and even rust and corrosion resistance. The heater works on Propane along with an Aluminum reflector.

The heater has triple safety protection –

• anti-tilt sensor protection valve
• flame-out protection
• hypoxia protection.

What We Like

• The heater has the highest heat output of 48000 BTU
• It has a 360-degree heating range
• It has a variable knob control. It makes the heater easy to ignite and adjust the flame
• The company provides a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects

What We Don’t Like

• It takes some extra time in assembling
• The stainless steel material scratches easily

Item 2- Pamapic Patio Heater

Say a big yes to patio parties without worrying about the cold. The quartz glass tube inside the heater provides maximum heat. Hence, it gives you all the warmth on chilly nights.

The heat output of this heater is 42000 BTU. It can be less for some users. Many other brand heaters have a heat output of more than 48000 BTU.

What We Like

• The company provides a woven fabric polyester cover for weather resistance. You can cover the heater when not in use
• The heater has a reliable ignition and thermocouple
• The safety valve shuts off the heater if the heater starts tilting
• The heater has a side door Propane gas input is easy

What We Don’t Like

• The heater takes a lot of time to assemble
• According to the users, the material is not sturdy

Item 3- East Oak Patio Heater

When it comes to a patio, the look of all the items matters a lot. The same goes with a heater. Imagine having a heater that does not go well with the design of the patio. To make your patio warm and look classic, all you need is this heater.

This heater has an ETL Certification. To read about the certification, please refer to the Buying Guide section.

What We Like

• It gives the heat output of 50000 BTU
• The Propane unit measures heat output of 50000 BTU
• The heater has a 304 Stainless Steel double covering mesh design. It ensures the quality of the heater is durable
• The brand provides a 3-year warranty

What We Don’t Like

• The heater is too tall
• Customers say the material rusts easily
• Many users have an issue with the burner and the control

Item 4- Home Labs Gas Patio heater

Make your patio stand out. Place the Bronze-finish patio heater to add warmth and design to your patio. The 87 inches tall patio heater produces heat in a circle.

The heater has a heating coverage of about 175 square feet. Like many other patio heaters, this too has wheels for mobility. But, what makes it different is that this heater is lighter in weight.

What We Like

• The heater is compatible with Propane or Butane gas
• It has a round table to place your food plate or wine glass. The table is adjustable and removable
• It has a base reservoir to fill up water or sand

What We Don’t Like

• The heat output is 41000 BTU only
• It takes time to start/ignite
• Assembling the heater takes a longer time

Item 5- Amazon Basics Patio Heater

Amazon Basics provides the highest rated products at low prices. And thus, this heater is a cost-effective option.

It provides heating coverage up to 9 feet. If your patio is small, you should invest in this heater. It has a warranty same as that of other products by Amazon.

What We Like

• It comes in 6 different colors to choose from
• The materials like Aluminium and steel make the heater durable
• The package includes a chain to secure the gas tank with the heater
• It has a Piezo ignition system – one touch start
• You can select from the 2 available variants – Powder Coated and Stainless steel

What We Don’t Like

• The heater is too heavy as per the users
• Heat output is not too great
• The top circular roof is not sturdy

The Best Patio Heater

East Oak Pyramid Patio Heater is so far the best patio heater you can ever get. The safety feature, 360-degree heating, and easy knob control make the heater better.

But if you want to use a butane (not only propane) gas, you can check out the Home Labs Gas Patio heater.

Best Patio Heater Buyer’s Guide

Type of Source for the Heater

Here the ‘source’ refers to the power source for the heater. The various types of power sources for a heater are –

1. Electrical Patio Heater

• As the name suggests, these work through electrical power. Though these are easy to maintain but are expensive in the longer run. Even if these heaters seem convenient to use, you can also place them near a power outlet.
• Electric Patio Heaters are safe to use in covered spaces. But generally, such heaters come in 2 types only – wall-mount and hanging heaters.

IMG- wall-mounted Patio Heater

IMG- Hanging Patio Heater

1. Natural Gas Patio Heater

• These are eco-friendly but require a professional to set up the heater. The heater connects to the main gas line and this is the work of an expert. The installation and the natural gas charges are expensive.

1. Propane Gas Patio Heater

• The easiest to assemble and use is the Propane Patio heater. These are movable and you can remove or attach the Propane gas tank anytime, anywhere.
• These heat up quickly and provide more warmth. All 5 Patio heaters in this article use Propane as the power source.

2. Certification

• Intertek Testing Laboratories provides ETL Certificates (Electrical Testing Laboratories). The certificate shows that the item (patio heater) is not harmful to the users. It is an assurance that the item meets all the high standards.

• Such certificates make a brand reliable. One such heater with ETL verification is East Oak Patio Heater.

3. Heat Output

• This is the main element of any heater regardless of the power source. The Propane Gas Heater gives around 35000 to 50000 BTU (British Thermal Unit) heat output.
• East Oak is a brand that manufactures heaters that give the highest heat output.

4. Safety Features of a Patio Heater

• When you are not using the heater, you should always cover it. The cover prevents the heater from dust, damage, or even water. When discussing outdoor/patio heaters, snow and water-resistant covers should be the priority.
• Now let us discuss the safety features you need while the heater is ON. Anti-tilt sensor protection valve, flame-out protection, and hypoxia protection are a must. These features protect you and your home from any heater-based disasters.
• The patio heaters are standing heaters. Hence, you need to add some weight like sand or water so that the heater does not fall. For such fill-ups, heaters have base reservoirs. All the 5 patio heaters from our suggestion have these reservoirs.

5. Quality and Material of the Patio Heater

• A good-quality heater will last longer and provide efficient heat. Stainless steel is a common material for heater manufacturing. This material is sturdy.
• Amazon Basics Patio Heater uses Aluminum and Stainless Steel to produce the heaters. This is to increase the durability of the object.
• The quality of the material also decides the amount of heat the patio heater produces.
• Stainless Steel has higher heat resistance. These also have anti-rust properties.

Conclusion

That is our comparison of the 5 best patio heaters for you. We hope our coverage of pros and cons will help you decide on the best one. If you want to buy any other patio heater then go through our Buying Guide first. It will help you get clarification.

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