Dura Heat EWH9615
#1 in ElectricFull review
One of the cheapest 10,000 W heaters with a remote, for a large garage. The unpublished warranty is the catch.
Amazon $186.34$186.34
The Dura Heat EWH9615 is the better garage heater overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The Dura Heat EWH9615 leads on controls. The Dr Infrared Heater DR-966 costs $10.64 less ($175.70 vs $186.34).
Dr Infrared Heater DR-966
#13 in ElectricFull review
A small hardwired heater for a one car garage or a workshop corner. Pick a 7,500 W unit for a full two car garage.
Amazon $175.70$175.70
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Dura Heat EWH9615 for controls (thermostat, digital display, remote or app vs thermostat).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric garage heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Dura Heat EWH9615 | Dr Infrared Heater DR-966 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 40% | 83 $5.46 per 1,000 BTU ($186.34, 34,120 BTU/h) | 58 $8.58 per 1,000 BTU ($175.70, 20,472 BTU/h) |
| Controls 25% | 100 thermostat, digital display, remote or app | 50 thermostat |
| Warranty 35% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Dura Heat EWH9615 | Dr Infrared Heater DR-966 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Heat output | 34,120 BTU/h | 20,472 BTU/h |
| Power | 10,000 W | 6,000 W |
| Voltage | 240 V | 240 V |
| Rated garage | 1,200 sq ft | 600 sq ft |
| Controls and build | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| Digital display | Yes | No |
| Remote or app | Yes | No |
| Warranty | - | 1 year |
| Released | 2022-05-12 | 2014-01-09 |