Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC
#2 in Fan heatersFull review
For a living room or open space where you want oscillating heat with a set temperature, remote and timer.
Amazon $119.24$119.24
The Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC is the better space heater overall, rated 4.0 to 3.5. The Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC leads on safety, controls and thermostat. The Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater wins on value. The Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater costs $98.55 less ($20.69 vs $119.24).
Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater
#17 in Fan heatersFull review
For a cheap personal heater under a desk or in a small room where basic heat and tip-over protection are all you need.
Amazon $20.69$20.69
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 Velocity Cube 5 OSC for safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published), controls (eco mode, timer, remote; no app vs basic; no eco mode) and thermostat (holds a set temperature vs adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature).
- Choose the Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater for value ($14 per kW ($20.69, 1,500 W) vs $79 per kW ($119.24, 1,500 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 Velocity Cube 5 OSC | Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 14 $79 per kW ($119.24, 1,500 W) | 100 $14 per kW ($20.69, 1,500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff | 60 tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Thermostat 15% | 100 holds a set temperature | 60 adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Controls 10% | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app | 0 basic; no eco mode |
| Low setting 10% | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) | 17 down to 900 W |
Independent measurements
Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC
No independent test published yet.
Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater
| Tested by | Noise | Power draw | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| TechGearLab | 46.8 dB | - | Noise rating in dBA from a professional sound level meter; heat setting and distance not stated. Tested unit was the silver DQ1927-Y (ASIN B07V6M3PDX); this record is the black one. |
Specifications
| Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC | Amazon Basics DQ1927-Y Ceramic Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 1,500 W | 900 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | - | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | Yes | No |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Digital | Dial |
| Eco mode | Yes | No |
| Timer | Yes | No |
| Remote | Yes | No |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Noise | - | 43 dB |
| Cord | 6 ft | - |
| Dimensions | 8.9 x 9.0 x 10.42 in | 6.3 x 7.5 x 9.5 in |
| Weight | 7.4 lb | 3 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |