Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater
#13 in GasFull review
A good looking flame column heater for patios where style comes first. The short warranty is the drawback.
Amazon $229.99$229.99
The Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.0 to 2.8. The Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater leads on value. The Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater costs $270 less ($229.99 vs $499.99).
Bali Outdoors Glass Tube Patio Heater
#15 in GasFull review
A decorative glass tube heater for buyers who want the flame show first and heat second. Anyone after warmth per dollar should buy a mushroom heater.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
Prices were last checked October 31, 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 Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater for value ($6.05 per 1,000 BTU/h ($229.99, 38,000 BTU/h) vs $13.89 per 1,000 BTU/h ($499.99, 36,000 BTU/h)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater | Bali Outdoors Glass Tube Patio Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 38 $6.05 per 1,000 BTU/h ($229.99, 38,000 BTU/h) | 0 $13.89 per 1,000 BTU/h ($499.99, 36,000 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 74 38,000 BTU/h | 68 36,000 BTU/h |
| Safety 20% | 50 tip-over shutoff | 50 tip-over shutoff |
| Warranty 20% | 0 0.2-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater | Bali Outdoors Glass Tube Patio Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Propane | Propane |
| Gas input | 38,000 BTU/h | 36,000 BTU/h |
| Heated area | 15 ft across | 12 ft across |
| Propane tank | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Ignition | Push button | Push button |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Pyramid | Pyramid |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 0.2 years | - |