Dr Infrared Heater DR-239
#4 in ElectricFull review
For a patio or garage door area with a 240 V outlet where a 1,500 W heater falls short. Good value for 3,000 W.
Amazon $299.98$299.98
The Dr Infrared Heater DR-239 is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.7 to 2.5. The Dr Infrared Heater DR-239 leads on heat output, safety and value. The Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater costs $99.99 less ($199.99 vs $299.98).
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Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater
#16 in ElectricFull review
A standing pole heater for someone who wants overhead heat without mounting anything. Thin published specs make it hard to judge against better documented rivals.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Dr Infrared Heater DR-239 for heat output (3,000 W vs 1,500 W), safety (mounted, so it can't tip, safety listed vs tip-over shutoff) and value ($29.31 per 1,000 BTU/h ($299.98, 10,240 BTU/h) vs $39.08 per 1,000 BTU/h ($199.99, 5,120 BTU/h)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Dr Infrared Heater DR-239 | Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 48 $29.31 per 1,000 BTU/h ($299.98, 10,240 BTU/h) | 34 $39.08 per 1,000 BTU/h ($199.99, 5,120 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 100 3,000 W | 25 1,500 W |
| Safety 20% | 100 mounted, so it can't tip, safety listed | 50 tip-over shutoff |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Dr Infrared Heater DR-239 | Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 3,000 W | 1,500 W |
| Remote | Yes | - |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Wall | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | - | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | - |
| Ingress rating | IP55 | IPX4 |
| Weight | 7.6 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |