Broan-NuTone 194 vs Fahrenheat FZL4004F

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Fahrenheat FZL4004F is the better baseboard or wall heater overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The Fahrenheat FZL4004F leads on warranty. The Broan-NuTone 194 wins on controls. The Broan-NuTone 194 costs $116.23 less ($315.72 vs $431.95).

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Broan-NuTone 194 vs Fahrenheat FZL4004F

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every wall heater baseboard or wall heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightFahrenheat FZL4004FBroan-NuTone 194
Overall rating3.5/53.3/5
Value 35%69 $107.99 per kW ($431.95, 4,000 W)70 $105.24 per kW ($315.72, 3,000 W)
Controls 25%50 thermostat in the box65 thermostat in the box, selectable wattage
Safety 15%75 manual-reset overheat cutout75 manual-reset overheat cutout
Warranty 25%40 1-year warranty, 10-year on the element0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Fahrenheat FZL4004FBroan-NuTone 194
Heat
TypeFan-forced wall heaterFan-forced wall heater
Rated output4,000 W3,000 W (2,250 W on 208 V)
Lowest setting-1,500 W
Voltage240 V240/208 V
Heating element-Steel-sheathed element with steel plate fins
Maker's heating area-300 sq ft
Controls
ThermostatBuilt in (mechanical)Built in (mechanical)
Selectable wattageNoYes
Remote or timerNoNo
Fan delayYes-
Safety
Overheat cutoutManual resetManual reset
Build
Weight19.2 lb22 lb
Warranty1 year, element 10 years1 year

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