The BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater rates 2.8 among all in one diesel heaters; the LF Bros Split Pro 5kW Diesel Heater rates 2.8 among split ones. The BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater costs $220 less ($229.99 vs $449.99).
A portable heater for tents, ice fishing and car camping from a brand that publishes honest output and power figures. Good for running off a power station.
Amazon $229.99 BougeRV $239.99A quieter 5 kW split heater with a thermostat and plateau mode for van and RV builds, at a premium over basic kits.
Amazon $449.99Prices 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.
These two sit in different type classes (all in one and split), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater | LF Bros Split Pro 5kW Diesel Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 69 $46 per kW ($229.99, 5 kW) | 50 no credible heat rating (neutral score used) |
| Type approval 20% | 0 no type approval published | 0 no type approval published |
| Controls and safety 15% | 48 timer; no CO sensor | 72 holds a set temperature, timer |
| Power draw 15% | 0 up to 60 W running | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 1.4 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) |
| BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater | LF Bros Split Pro 5kW Diesel Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 5 kW | 5 kW |
| Fuel burn | 0.18 to 0.53 L/h | - |
| Fuel tank | - | 10 L |
| Build | All in one | Split (installed) |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V | 12V |
| Running draw | 10 to 60 W | - |
| Starting draw | 150 W | - |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | - | Yes |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | No | - |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Noise | 70 dB | - |
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 9.7 x 12.4 in | - |
| Weight | 22 lb | 9.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2026-10 | - |
