LF Bros Split T3 5kW Diesel Heater
#25 in SplitFull review
A basic 5 kW split kit for truck, RV and boat installs, with a timer but no thermostat.
Amazon $189.99$189.99
The LF Bros Split T3 5kW Diesel Heater rates 2.9 among split diesel heaters; the BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater rates 2.8 among all in one ones. The LF Bros Split T3 5kW Diesel Heater costs $40 less ($189.99 vs $229.99).
BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater
#26 in All in oneFull review
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 $239.99$229.99
Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (split and all in one), 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 | LF Bros Split T3 5kW Diesel Heater | BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 87 $38 per kW ($189.99, 5 kW) | 69 $46 per kW ($229.99, 5 kW) |
| Type approval 20% | 0 no type approval published | 0 no type approval published |
| Controls and safety 15% | 43 timer; fixed levels only | 48 timer; no CO sensor |
| Power draw 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 0 up to 60 W running |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 1.4 kW | 50 down to 1.4 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) |
Specifications
| LF Bros Split T3 5kW Diesel Heater | BougeRV 2026 Portable Diesel Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 5 kW | 5 kW |
| Lowest output | 1.4 kW | - |
| Fuel burn | 0.18 to 0.53 L/h | 0.18 to 0.53 L/h |
| Fuel tank | 10 L | - |
| Build | Split (installed) | All in one |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V | 12V |
| Running draw | - | 10 to 60 W |
| Starting draw | - | 150 W |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | No | - |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | - | No |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Noise | - | 70 dB |
| Dimensions | 14.9 x 5.6 x 5.9 in | 15.3 x 9.7 x 12.4 in |
| Weight | - | 22 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2026-10 |