Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R
#4 in PortableFull review
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 $129.99$129.99
The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R and the Mr. Heater Big Buddy MH18B are evenly matched, rated 3.9 and 3.9. The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R leads on safety and value. The Mr. Heater Big Buddy MH18B wins on warranty and turndown. The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R costs $110.27 less ($129.99 vs $240.26).
Mr. Heater Big Buddy MH18B
#6 in PortableFull review
For heating a ventilated cabin, ice shack or large tent that a 9,000 BTU Buddy can’t keep warm. Give it the 18 sq in of fresh air at floor and ceiling the maker requires.
Mr. Heater $240.26$240.26
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 Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R for safety (CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff vs low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff; no safety listing published) and value ($7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 BTU) vs $13.35 per 1,000 BTU ($240.26, 18,000 BTU)).
- Choose the Mr. Heater Big Buddy MH18B for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and turndown (turns down to 4,000 BTU vs turns down to 13,500 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 | Mr. Heater Big Buddy MH18B |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 73 $7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 BTU) | 29 $13.35 per 1,000 BTU ($240.26, 18,000 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 100 CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff | 50 low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 36 turns down to 13,500 BTU | 100 turns down to 4,000 BTU |
| 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 | 100 runs on 1 lb cylinders or a bulk tank |
Specifications
| Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R | Mr. Heater Big Buddy MH18B | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 13,500 to 18,000 BTU | 4,000 to 18,000 BTU |
| Type | Portable | Portable |
| Use | Indoor (ventilated) | Indoor (ventilated) |
| Heats up to | 450 sq ft | 450 sq ft |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | No | No |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | 1 lb cylinder or bulk tank | 1 lb cylinder or bulk tank |
| Hose included | No | No |
| Ignition | Push-button piezo | Push-button piezo |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | CSA | None published |
| Low-oxygen shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 12.2 x 12.2 x 20.35 in | - |
| Weight | 8.8 lb | 17.1 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |