Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel
#1 in Vent-freeFull review
The pick for heating a big room on either fuel with a thermostat and a long warranty. Add the blower kit for high ceilings.
Amazon $265.39$265.39
The Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel is the better gas wall heater overall, rated 4.5 to 3.1. The Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel leads on warranty, controls and fuel. The Dyna-Glo IR30PMDG-1 30K Infrared wins on value. The Dyna-Glo IR30PMDG-1 30K Infrared costs $31.34 less ($234.05 vs $265.39).
Dyna-Glo IR30PMDG-1 30K Infrared
#11 in Vent-freeFull review
A propane infrared heater for a garage, workshop or large drafty room where radiant heat beats warm air. Its wide turn down makes it flexible, but you set the heat by hand.
Amazon $234.05$234.05
Prices were last checked November 2, 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 Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty), controls (thermostat, electronic ignition vs electronic ignition) and fuel (runs on propane or natural gas vs propane only).
- Choose the Dyna-Glo IR30PMDG-1 30K Infrared for value ($7.80 per 1,000 BTU ($234.05, 30,000 BTU) vs $8.85 per 1,000 BTU ($265.39, 30,000 BTU)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every vent-free gas wall heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel | Dyna-Glo IR30PMDG-1 30K Infrared |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 73 $8.85 per 1,000 BTU ($265.39, 30,000 BTU) | 82 $7.80 per 1,000 BTU ($234.05, 30,000 BTU) |
| Heat output 15% | 100 30,000 BTU/hr | 100 30,000 BTU/hr |
| Controls 20% | 75 thermostat, electronic ignition | 25 electronic ignition |
| Fuel 5% | 100 runs on propane or natural gas | 0 propane only |
| Warranty 30% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel | Dyna-Glo IR30PMDG-1 30K Infrared | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Venting | Vent-free | Vent-free |
| Heat type | Blue flame | Infrared |
| Maximum input | 30,000 BTU/hr | 30,000 BTU/hr |
| Minimum input | - | 6,000 BTU/hr |
| Heating area claim | 1,000 sq ft | 1,000 sq ft |
| Fuel and controls | ||
| Fuel | Dual fuel | Propane |
| Thermostat | Yes | No |
| Blower | No | No |
| Ignition | Electronic (battery) | Electronic (battery) |
| Needs an outlet | No | No |
| Oxygen depletion sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2018-10 | - |