Dreo Solaris Max 2nd Gen vs Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater

The Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater is the better space heater overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater leads on value and warranty. The Dreo Solaris Max 2nd Gen wins on thermostat and controls. The Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater costs $40 less ($49.99 vs $89.99).

Higher rated

Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater

#9 in Fan heaters3.8Full review

For a desk, dorm or small bedroom where a compact heater with a tip-over switch matters more than a remote or timer.

Amazon $49.99

$49.99

Dreo Solaris Max 2nd Gen

#27 in Fan heaters3.4Full review

For a living room or large bedroom where a tower should spread heat and hold a set temperature. Smaller spaces can save with the Atom One.

Amazon $89.99

$89.99

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 Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater for value ($33 per kW ($49.99, 1,500 W) vs $60 per kW ($89.99, 1,500 W)) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Choose the Dreo Solaris Max 2nd Gen for thermostat (holds a set temperature vs adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature) and controls (eco mode, timer, remote; no app vs basic; no remote).

Scores side by side

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

Factor weight	Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater	Dreo Solaris Max 2nd Gen
Overall rating	3.8/5	3.4/5
Value 25%	68 $33 per kW ($49.99, 1,500 W)	32 $60 per kW ($89.99, 1,500 W)
Safety 25%	100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff	100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff
Thermostat 15%	60 adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature	100 holds a set temperature
Warranty 15%	50 3-year warranty	0 1-year warranty
Controls 10%	25 basic; no remote	75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app
Low setting 10%	50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used)	0 down to 1,000 W

Independent measurements

Lasko 754201 Tabletop Ceramic Heater

Tested by	Noise	Power draw	Conditions
TechGearLab	41.2 dB	-	Noise rating in dBA from a professional sound level meter; heat setting and distance not stated. Listed as Lasko Portable Ceramic with Tip-over Switch, linked to ASIN B087YRL86Q.