For heating the middle of a ventilated tent, blind or shelter from all sides. Keep the 18 sq in of fresh air the manual requires.
Amazon $129.99The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R is the better propane heater overall, rated 3.9 to 3.3. The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R leads on safety, turndown and fuel options. The Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU wins on value. The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R costs $50.49 less ($129.99 vs $180.48).
For contractors heating buildings under construction or large ventilated work bays. The maker rules out homes and RVs.
Amazon $180.48Prices 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 Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R for safety (CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff vs tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published), turndown (turns down to 13,500 BTU vs one heat setting) and fuel options (runs on 1 lb cylinders or a bulk tank vs runs on a bulk tank only).
- Choose the Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU for value ($5.16 per 1,000 BTU ($180.48, 35,000 BTU) vs $7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 BTU)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every portable propane heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R | Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 25% | 73 $7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 BTU) | 98 $5.16 per 1,000 BTU ($180.48, 35,000 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 100 CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff | 50 tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 36 turns down to 13,500 BTU | 0 one heat setting |
| Ignition 10% | 100 push-button piezo ignition | 100 push-button piezo ignition |
| Fuel options 5% | 100 runs on 1 lb cylinders or a bulk tank | 50 runs on a bulk tank only |
Specifications
| Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R | Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 13,500 to 18,000 BTU | 35,000 BTU |
| Type | Portable | Portable |
| Use | Indoor (ventilated) | Job sites and garages |
| Heats up to | 450 sq ft | 800 sq ft |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | No | No |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | 1 lb cylinder or bulk tank | Bulk tank |
| Hose included | No | Yes |
| Ignition | Push-button piezo | Push-button piezo |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | CSA | None published |
| Low-oxygen shutoff | Yes | - |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 12.2 x 12.2 x 20.35 in | 10.24 x 12.4 x 34.25 in |
| Weight | 8.8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
