Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater vs Honeywell HCE317B Slim Ceramic Tower

Last updated: October 30, 2026

The Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater is the better space heater overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater leads on value, controls and low setting. The Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater costs $28.03 less ($41.96 vs $69.99).

Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater vs Honeywell HCE317B Slim Ceramic Tower

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.

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Factor weightAmazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic HeaterHoneywell HCE317B Slim Ceramic Tower
Overall rating3.9/53.5/5
Value 25%79 $28 per kW ($41.96, 1,500 W)47 $47 per kW ($69.99, 1,500 W)
Safety 25%60 tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published60 tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published
Thermostat 15%100 holds a set temperature100 holds a set temperature
Warranty 15%50 warranty not published (neutral score used)50 3-year warranty
Controls 10%75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app25 timer; no eco mode
Low setting 10%50 down to 700 W42 down to 750 W

Specifications

Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic HeaterHoneywell HCE317B Slim Ceramic Tower
Heating
Heat settings700 to 1,500 W750 to 1,500 W
TypeFanFan
ElementCeramicCeramic
OscillatesYesYes
Controls
ThermostatDigitalDigital
Eco modeYesNo
TimerYesYes
RemoteYesNo
AppNoNo
Safety
Safety listingNone publishedNone published
Tip-over shutoffYesYes
Overheat shutoffYesYes
Cool-touch housing-Yes
Build
Noise40 dB-
Dimensions6 x 6 x 16 in8.7 x 6.7 x 21.7 in
Weight4 lb4.4 lb
Warranty-3 years
Released2025-09-292017-10

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