Vornado VH202 (2026)
#29 in Fan heatersFull review
For warming your feet or desk in a cool office without loading the circuit. It will not heat a room.
Amazon $34.99$34.99
The Vornado VH202 (2026) is the better space heater overall, rated 3.4 to 3.0. The Vornado VH202 (2026) leads on safety and low setting. The Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater wins on value. The Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater costs $17.34 less ($17.65 vs $34.99).
Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater
#39 in Fan heatersFull review
For warming your hands and legs at a desk without tripping a shared circuit. It will not heat a room.
Amazon $17.65$17.65
Prices were last checked October 30, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Vornado VH202 (2026) for safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs tip-over shutoff; no safety listing published) and low setting (down to 375 W vs down to 500 W).
- Choose the Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater for value ($35 per kW ($17.65, 500 W) vs $47 per kW ($34.99, 750 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every fan heaters space heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Vornado VH202 (2026) | Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 25% | 47 $47 per kW ($34.99, 750 W) | 65 $35 per kW ($17.65, 500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff | 45 tip-over shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Thermostat 15% | 0 fixed heat levels only | 0 fixed heat levels only |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Controls 10% | 0 basic; no eco mode | 0 basic; no eco mode |
| Low setting 10% | 100 down to 375 W | 83 down to 500 W |
Independent measurements
Vornado VH202 (2026)
No independent test published yet.
Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater
| Tested by | Noise | Power draw | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tom's Guide | 51.4 dB | - | Sound level measured while heating (its only heat setting); distance not stated. Tom’s Guide also measured an average 0.12 kWh energy use in its room test, not a power draw. |
Specifications
| Vornado VH202 (2026) | Amazon Basics DQ1722D 500 W Mini Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 375 to 750 W | 500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | - | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | No | No |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Eco mode | No | No |
| Timer | No | No |
| Remote | No | No |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | - |
| Cool-touch housing | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Noise | - | 48 dB |
| Cord | 6 ft | - |
| Dimensions | 7.85 x 7.2 x 7.1 in | 3.2 x 5.9 x 6.0 in |
| Weight | 2 lb | 1.4 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |