Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU
#13 in PortableFull review
For contractors heating buildings under construction or large ventilated work bays. The maker rules out homes and RVs.
Amazon $180.48$180.48
The Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU rates 3.3 among portable propane heaters; the Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH rates 2.6 among forced air ones. The Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH costs $58.96 less ($121.52 vs $180.48).
Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH
#18 in Forced airFull review
For small garages, sheds and job sites with fresh air that need cheap, simple heat. It is a construction heater, not for living spaces.
Amazon $121.52$121.52
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (portable and forced air), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU | Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 98 $5.16 per 1,000 BTU ($180.48, 35,000 BTU) | 31 $3.04 per 1,000 BTU ($121.52, 40,000 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 50 tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published | 40 flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 0 one heat setting | 0 one heat setting |
| Ignition 10% | 100 push-button piezo ignition | 100 push-button piezo ignition |
| Fuel options 5% | 50 runs on a bulk tank only | 50 runs on a bulk tank only |
Specifications
| Heatstar HS35LP 35,000 BTU | Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 35,000 BTU | 40,000 BTU |
| Type | Portable | Forced air |
| Use | Job sites and garages | Job sites and garages |
| Heats up to | 800 sq ft | - |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | No | Yes |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | Bulk tank | Bulk tank |
| Hose included | Yes | Yes |
| Ignition | Push-button piezo | Push-button piezo |
| Power needed | None | 120 V outlet |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | None published | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | - |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 10.24 x 12.4 x 34.25 in | 8.3 x 19.3 x 15.2 in |
| Weight | - | 14 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |