The Black+Decker BHDC201 Ceramic Heater is the better space heater overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The Black+Decker BHDC201 Ceramic Heater leads on value. The Black+Decker BHDC201 Ceramic Heater costs $25.27 less ($22.99 vs $48.26).
For a cheap personal heater under a desk or in a small room where you just want heat with tip-over protection. Pay more for a listed heater with a longer warranty.
Amazon $22.99For quick warmth aimed at you in an office or drafty room, with tip-over and overheat shutoff. Choose a listed heater with a longer warranty if those matter.
Amazon $48.26Prices 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.
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 | Black+Decker BHDC201 Ceramic Heater | Black+Decker BHTI06 Quartz Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 100 $15 per kW ($22.99, 1,500 W) | 70 $32 per kW ($48.26, 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% | 60 adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature | 60 adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 25 basic; no remote | 25 basic; no remote |
| Low setting 10% | 42 down to 750 W | 42 down to 750 W |
| Black+Decker BHDC201 Ceramic Heater | Black+Decker BHTI06 Quartz Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 750 to 1,500 W | 750 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | Ceramic | Quartz |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Dial | Dial |
| Remote | No | No |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | None published | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Cord | 6 ft | - |
| Dimensions | 7.3 x 6.3 x 9.2 in | 12.2 x 8.5 x 23 in |
| Weight | 2.8 lb | 5 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
