Curlaky 8kW Toolbox Diesel Heater vs Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater

Last updated: October 30, 2026

The Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater is the better diesel heater overall, rated 3.4 to 3.0. The Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater leads on controls and safety. The Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater costs $70 less ($129.99 vs $199.99).

Curlaky 8kW Toolbox Diesel Heater vs Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater

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.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

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

Factor weightMudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel HeaterCurlaky 8kW Toolbox Diesel Heater
Overall rating3.4/53.0/5
Value 25%70 $45 per kW ($129.99, 2.9 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply50 no credible heat rating (neutral score used)
Type approval 20%0 no type approval published0 no type approval published
Controls and safety 15%92 holds a set temperature, CO shutoff, automatic altitude, app70 holds a set temperature, app, timer; no CO sensor
Power draw 15%50 power draw not published (neutral score used)50 power draw not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 15%50 2-year warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)
Low setting 10%83 down to 1 kW (from its lowest fuel burn)50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel HeaterCurlaky 8kW Toolbox Diesel Heater
Heating
Heat output (maker)8 kW claimed (about 2.9 kW from its fuel burn)8 kW
Fuel burn0.12 to 0.36 L/h-
Fuel tank5 L6.7 L
BuildAll in oneAll in one
Power
Supply12V/24V/110V12V/24V/110V
Controls and safety
ThermostatYesYes
Automatic altitudeYes, to 18,050 ft-
AppBluetoothBluetooth
Timer-Yes
RemoteYesYes
CO shutoffYesNo
Type approvalNone publishedNone published
Build
Dimensions-16.14 x 11.81 x 12 in
Weight-17.7 lb
Warranty2 years-

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