For a couple who want a good looking, weatherproof tower heater by their chairs. The three year warranty sets it apart.
Amazon $221.81The EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower leads on warranty. The Fire Sense 02117 Pole Mounted costs $11.81 less ($210 vs $221.81).
For a dining table or seating area with no wall or ceiling nearby. It hangs heat over the table, but has no controls beyond a switch.
Amazon $210Prices were last checked October 31, 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 EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower 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 electric patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower | Fire Sense 02117 Pole Mounted |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 35% | 29 $43.34 per 1,000 BTU/h ($221.81, 5,120 BTU/h) | 32 $41.03 per 1,000 BTU/h ($210, 5,120 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 25 1,500 W | 25 1,500 W |
| Safety 20% | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed |
| Warranty 20% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| EAST OAK E-GLOW TPH22001 Tower | Fire Sense 02117 Pole Mounted | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Heated area | - | 9 ft across |
| Remote | Yes | No |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Standing | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | Yes |
| Ingress rating | IP65 | - |
| Weight | 25.6 lb | 52 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2022-08-07 | - |
