The Mr. Heater Portable Buddy MH9BX is the better propane heater overall, rated 4.5 to 3.9. The Mr. Heater Portable Buddy MH9BX leads on warranty and turndown. The Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R wins on value. The Mr. Heater Portable Buddy MH9BX costs $40.02 less ($89.97 vs $129.99).
The default choice for heating a ventilated tent, blind or small cabin on 1 lb cylinders, with the option to hook up a bigger tank later. Keep the 9 sq in of fresh air the maker requires.
Amazon $89.97For 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 $129.99Prices 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.
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 | Mr. Heater Portable Buddy MH9BX | Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 50 $10 per 1,000 BTU ($89.97, 9,000 BTU) | 73 $7.22 per 1,000 BTU ($129.99, 18,000 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% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 79 turns down to 4,000 BTU | 36 turns down to 13,500 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 |
| Mr. Heater Portable Buddy MH9BX | Dyna-Glo HeatAround 360 HA2360R | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 4,000 to 9,000 BTU | 13,500 to 18,000 BTU |
| Type | Portable | Portable |
| Use | Indoor (ventilated) | Indoor (ventilated) |
| Heats up to | 225 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 | CSA |
| Low-oxygen shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 14.25 x 9 x 15 in | 12.2 x 12.2 x 20.35 in |
| Weight | 10.6 lb | 8.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2009-06-01 | - |
