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 3.6. The Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater leads on value and low setting. The Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower wins on safety. The Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater costs $34.10 less ($41.96 vs $76.06).
Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower
#16 in Fan heatersFull review
For a living room or bedroom where you want to set a temperature and leave it, with a remote and timer. Look elsewhere if it might get knocked over.
Amazon $76.06$76.06
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 value ($28 per kW ($41.96, 1,500 W) vs $51 per kW ($76.06, 1,500 W)) and low setting (down to 700 W vs down to 900 W).
- Choose the Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower for safety (ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff vs tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published).
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 | Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 79 $28 per kW ($41.96, 1,500 W) | 42 $51 per kW ($76.06, 1,500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 60 tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published | 70 ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff |
| Thermostat 15% | 100 holds a set temperature | 100 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 app | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 700 W | 17 down to 900 W |
Independent measurements
Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater
No independent test published yet.
Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower
| Tested by | Noise | Power draw | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| TechGearLab | 42.5 dB | - | Noise rating in dBA from a professional sound level meter; heat setting and distance not stated. TechGearLab also found it has no tip-over shutoff. |
Specifications
| Amazon Basics DQ2209 Ceramic Heater | Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 700 to 1,500 W | 900 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | Ceramic | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Digital | Digital |
| Eco mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | None published | ETL |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | No |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Noise | 40 dB | - |
| Dimensions | 6 x 6 x 16 in | 7 x 7.25 x 23 in |
| Weight | 4 lb | 7.3 lb |
| Warranty | - | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-09-29 | - |