Ashley Hearth DVAG11L Direct Vent
#9 in Direct ventFull review
For a bedroom, cabin room or mobile home on propane that needs thermostat controlled heat with no power. The short warranty is the trade off for the low price.
Amazon $382.49$382.49
The Ashley Hearth DVAG11L Direct Vent is the better gas wall heater overall, rated 2.8 to 2.7. The Ashley Hearth DVAG11L Direct Vent leads on controls. The Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater wins on warranty. The Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater costs $99.43 less ($283.06 vs $382.49).
Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater
#10 in Direct ventFull review
For a single small bedroom or bathroom on natural gas where a low price and heat during outages matter more than automatic control.
Amazon $283.06$283.06
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Ashley Hearth DVAG11L Direct Vent for controls (thermostat vs manual control, push button ignition).
- Choose the Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every direct vent gas wall heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ashley Hearth DVAG11L Direct Vent | Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 93 $34.77 per 1,000 BTU ($382.49, 11,000 BTU) | 92 $35.38 per 1,000 BTU ($283.06, 8,000 BTU) |
| Heat output 15% | 3 11,000 BTU/hr | 0 8,000 BTU/hr |
| Controls 20% | 50 thermostat | 0 manual control, push button ignition |
| Fuel 5% | 0 propane only | 0 natural gas only |
| Warranty 30% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Ashley Hearth DVAG11L Direct Vent | Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Venting | Direct vent | Direct vent |
| Heat type | Furnace | Furnace |
| Maximum input | 11,000 BTU/hr | 8,000 BTU/hr |
| Heating area claim | 375 sq ft | 250 sq ft |
| Fuel and controls | ||
| Fuel | Propane | Natural gas |
| Thermostat | Yes | No |
| Blower | No | No |
| Ignition | Push button | Push button |
| Needs an outlet | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 28 lb | 23 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |