For a couple who want a good looking, weatherproof tower heater by their chairs. The three year warranty sets it apart.
Amazon $221.81The EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower leads on safety. The Briza Infrared Patio Heater costs $22.93 less ($198.88 vs $221.81).
A flexible tripod or wall heater for a patio. The Dr Infrared DR-338 is a better documented alternative.
Amazon $198.88Prices 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 EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower for safety (tip-over shutoff, safety listed vs tip-over shutoff).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower | Briza Infrared Patio Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 29 $43.34 per 1,000 BTU/h ($221.81, 5,120 BTU/h) | 35 $38.86 per 1,000 BTU/h ($198.88, 5,120 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 25 1,500 W | 25 1,500 W |
| Safety 20% | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed | 50 tip-over shutoff |
| Warranty 20% | 100 3-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower | Briza Infrared Patio Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Standing | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | - |
| Ingress rating | IP65 | IP55 |
| Weight | 25.6 lb | 6.6 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
| Released | 2022-08-07 | - |
