Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater
#3 in Fan heatersFull review
For a bedroom or office where you want a remote, a set temperature and a timer for little money. It lacks a published safety listing and warranty.
Amazon $41.96$41.96
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 thermostat, value and controls. The Hykolity WHG-0608 Quartz Tower wins on low setting. The Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater costs $18.03 less ($41.96 vs $59.99).
Hykolity WHG-0608 Quartz Tower
#19 in Fan heatersFull review
For cheap, quick spot heat at a desk or in a small room. Little is published about it, so a better documented heater is the safer pick.
Amazon $59.99$59.99
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 Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater for thermostat (holds a set temperature vs adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature), value ($28 per kW ($41.96, 1,500 W) vs $40 per kW ($59.99, 1,500 W)) and controls (eco mode, timer, remote; no app vs basic; no app).
- Choose the Hykolity WHG-0608 Quartz Tower for low setting (down to 500 W vs down to 700 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 | Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater | Hykolity WHG-0608 Quartz Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 79 $28 per kW ($41.96, 1,500 W) | 57 $40 per kW ($59.99, 1,500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 60 tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published | 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% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Controls 10% | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app | 38 basic; no app |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 700 W | 83 down to 500 W |
Specifications
| Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater | Hykolity WHG-0608 Quartz Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 700 to 1,500 W | 500 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | Ceramic | Quartz |
| Oscillates | Yes | - |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Digital | Dial |
| Eco mode | Yes | - |
| Timer | Yes | - |
| Remote | Yes | - |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | None published | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Noise | 40 dB | 45 dB |
| Dimensions | 6 x 6 x 16 in | - |
| Weight | 4 lb | - |
| Released | 2025-09-29 | - |