Stelpro Brava AB51252W
#1 in BaseboardFull review
A quiet 1,250 W baseboard with the longest warranty in the group at a low price per watt. A strong pick for a bedroom on 240 V.
Amazon $94.95$94.95
The Stelpro Brava AB51252W is the better baseboard or wall heater overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The Stelpro Brava AB51252W leads on warranty. The Cadet F Series 4F1000-1W wins on safety. The Cadet F Series 4F1000-1W costs $16.80 less ($78.15 vs $94.95).
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Cadet F Series 4F1000-1W
#4 in BaseboardFull review
A 4 ft, 1,000 W baseboard for homes where only a 120 V circuit is handy. It needs a thermostat, bought separately.
Amazon $78.15$78.15
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Stelpro Brava AB51252W for warranty (5-year warranty, lifetime on the element vs 1-year warranty, lifetime on the element).
- Choose the Cadet F Series 4F1000-1W for safety (full-length overheat cutout vs overheat cutout).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every baseboard baseboard or wall heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Stelpro Brava AB51252W | Cadet F Series 4F1000-1W |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 88 $75.96 per kW ($94.95, 1,250 W) | 86 $78.15 per kW ($78.15, 1,000 W) |
| Controls 25% | 20 optional built-in thermostat kit | 20 optional built-in thermostat kit |
| Safety 15% | 50 overheat cutout | 75 full-length overheat cutout |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty, lifetime on the element | 40 1-year warranty, lifetime on the element |
Specifications
| Stelpro Brava AB51252W | Cadet F Series 4F1000-1W | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Type | Convection baseboard | Convection baseboard |
| Rated output | 1,250 W (938 W on 208 V) | 1,000 W |
| Voltage | 240/208 V | 120 V |
| Length | 60 in | 48 in |
| Output per foot | 250 W/ft | 250 W/ft |
| Heating element | Stainless steel sheathed tubular element with aluminum fins | Steel-sheathed element with aluminum fins |
| Maker's heating area | 125 sq ft | 175 sq ft |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Optional built-in kit | Optional built-in kit |
| Selectable wattage | No | No |
| Remote or timer | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Overheat cutout | Yes | Yes |
| Full-length limit | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 10 lb | 9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years, element lifetime | 1 year, element lifetime |