Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU
#1 in Forced airFull review
For a garage, shop or job site that wants a 60,000 BTU torpedo heater with a wide turndown and a two year warranty. Keep fresh air coming in while it runs.
Amazon $136$136
The Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU is the better propane heater overall, rated 3.8 to 3.1. The Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU leads on safety, warranty and value. The Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU costs $32.35 less ($136 vs $168.35).
DeWalt DXH65FAV 65,000 BTU
#14 in Forced airFull review
For garages, job sites and barns with fresh air that need fast heat from a standard 20 lb tank. It is a construction heater, not for living spaces.
Amazon $168.35$168.35
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?
- Choose the Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU for safety (CSA listed, flame-out shutoff vs flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published), warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($2.27 per 1,000 BTU ($136, 60,000 BTU) vs $2.59 per 1,000 BTU ($168.35, 65,000 BTU)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every forced air propane heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU | DeWalt DXH65FAV 65,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 49 $2.27 per 1,000 BTU ($136, 60,000 BTU) | 41 $2.59 per 1,000 BTU ($168.35, 65,000 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 80 CSA listed, flame-out shutoff | 40 flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 71 turns down to 30,000 BTU | 77 turns down to 30,000 BTU |
| Ignition 10% | 100 electric ignition | 100 electric ignition |
| Fuel options 5% | 50 runs on a bulk tank only | 50 runs on a bulk tank only |
Specifications
| Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU | DeWalt DXH65FAV 65,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 30,000 to 60,000 BTU | 30,000 to 65,000 BTU |
| Type | Forced air | Forced air |
| Use | Job sites and garages | Job sites and garages |
| Heats up to | 1,500 sq ft | 1,625 sq ft |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | Bulk tank | Bulk tank |
| Hose included | Yes | Yes |
| Ignition | Electric | Electric |
| Power needed | 120 V outlet | 120 V outlet |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | CSA | None published |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 7.3 x 18.5 x 13.8 in | 11.5 x 19.75 x 14.25 in |
| Weight | 16.1 lb | 17.1 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2012-10 |