Black+Decker BHTI06 Quartz Tower vs Lasko 754201: Which to Buy

The Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater is the better space heater overall, rated 3.9 to 3.2. The Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater leads on safety, warranty and value. The Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater costs $8.27 less ($39.99 vs $48.26).

Higher rated

Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater

#3 in Fan heaters3.9Full review

For a desk, dorm or small bedroom where a compact heater with a tip-over switch matters more than a remote or timer.

Amazon $39.99

$39.99

Black+Decker BHTI06 Quartz Tower

#37 in Fan heaters3.2Full review

For 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 $48.26

$48.26

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 Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater for safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published), warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($27 per kW ($39.99, 1,500 W) vs $32 per kW ($48.26, 1,500 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	Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater	Black+Decker BHTI06 Quartz Tower
Overall rating	3.9/5	3.2/5
Value 25%	82 $27 per kW ($39.99, 1,500 W)	70 $32 per kW ($48.26, 1,500 W)
Safety 25%	100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff	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%	50 3-year warranty	0 1-year warranty
Controls 10%	25 basic; no remote	25 basic; no remote
Low setting 10%	50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used)	42 down to 750 W

Independent measurements

Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater

Tested by	Noise	Power draw	Conditions
TechGearLab	41.2 dB	-	Noise rating in dBA from a professional sound level meter; heat setting and distance not stated. Listed as Lasko Portable Ceramic with Tip-over Switch, linked to ASIN B087YRL86Q.