Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater
#10 in Direct ventFull review
For a single small bedroom or bathroom on natural gas where a low price and heat during outages matter more than automatic control.
Amazon $283.06$283.06
The Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater rates 2.7 among direct vent gas wall heaters; the ProCom MN100TBA-B 10K Blue Flame rates 2.3 among vent-free ones. The ProCom MN100TBA-B 10K Blue Flame costs $153.47 less ($129.59 vs $283.06).
ProCom MN100TBA-B 10K Blue Flame
#14 in Vent-freeFull review
A cheap thermostat controlled heater for one small natural gas room or office. Buy it when you want hands-off warmth and do not need much output.
Amazon $129.59$129.59
Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different venting classes (direct vent and vent-free), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own venting peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater | ProCom MN100TBA-B 10K Blue Flame |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 92 $35.38 per 1,000 BTU ($283.06, 8,000 BTU) | 46 $12.96 per 1,000 BTU ($129.59, 10,000 BTU) |
| Heat output 15% | 0 8,000 BTU/hr | 0 10,000 BTU/hr |
| Controls 20% | 0 manual control, push button ignition | 50 thermostat |
| Fuel 5% | 0 natural gas only | 0 natural gas only |
| Warranty 30% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Comfort Glow DVN08 Direct Vent Heater | ProCom MN100TBA-B 10K Blue Flame | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Venting | Direct vent | Vent-free |
| Heat type | Furnace | Blue flame |
| Maximum input | 8,000 BTU/hr | 10,000 BTU/hr |
| Heating area claim | 250 sq ft | 500 sq ft |
| Fuel and controls | ||
| Fuel | Natural gas | Natural gas |
| Thermostat | No | Yes |
| Blower | No | No |
| Ignition | Push button | Push button |
| Needs an outlet | No | No |
| Oxygen depletion sensor | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 23 lb | 14 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |