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 3.6. The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R leads on value, turndown and fuel options. The Mr. Heater Little Buddy MH4B wins on warranty. The Mr. Heater Little Buddy MH4B costs $60 less ($69.99 vs $129.99).
For heating a small tent, blind or ice shanty with ventilation, where a light one cylinder heater is all that fits. Follow the maker’s vent rule of at least 4 sq in of fresh air.
Amazon $69.99Prices 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 value ($7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 BTU) vs $18.42 per 1,000 BTU ($69.99, 3,800 BTU)), 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 1 lb cylinders only).
- Choose the Mr. Heater Little Buddy MH4B for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 Little Buddy MH4B |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 73 $7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 BTU) | 6 $18.42 per 1,000 BTU ($69.99, 3,800 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 100 CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff | 100 CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 3-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 1 lb cylinders only |
Specifications
| Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R | Mr. Heater Little Buddy MH4B | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 13,500 to 18,000 BTU | 3,800 BTU |
| Type | Portable | Portable |
| Use | Indoor (ventilated) | Indoor (ventilated) |
| Heats up to | 450 sq ft | 95 sq ft |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | No | No |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | 1 lb cylinder or bulk tank | 1 lb cylinder |
| Hose included | No | No |
| Ignition | Push-button piezo | Push-button piezo |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | CSA | CSA |
| Low-oxygen shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 12.2 x 12.2 x 20.35 in | 12 x 9.75 x 10.2 in |
| Weight | 8.8 lb | 5.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2010-01-13 |
