EAST OAK UR50 50,000 BTU Patio Heater
#1 in GasFull review
A strong value mushroom heater with a three year warranty for home patios. It is the one to beat for most buyers.
Amazon $174.99 EAST OAK $149.99$149.99
The EAST OAK UR50 50,000 BTU Patio Heater is the better patio heater overall, rated 4.7 to 4.0. The EAST OAK UR50 50,000 BTU Patio Heater leads on safety.
Nexgrill Sundara 92" Patio Heater
#4 in GasFull review
A cheap stainless mushroom heater from a big grill brand, best bought direct from Nexgrill. Good for a home patio on a budget.
Amazon $175.99 Nexgrill $149$149
Prices 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 UR50 50,000 BTU Patio Heater for safety (tip-over shutoff, safety listed vs tip-over shutoff).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | EAST OAK UR50 50,000 BTU Patio Heater | Nexgrill Sundara 92" Patio Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.7/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 77 $3 per 1,000 BTU/h ($149.99, 50,000 BTU/h) | 75 $3.10 per 1,000 BTU/h ($149, 48,000 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 100 50,000 BTU/h | 100 48,000 BTU/h |
| Safety 20% | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed | 50 tip-over shutoff |
| Warranty 20% | 100 3-year warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| EAST OAK UR50 50,000 BTU Patio Heater | Nexgrill Sundara 92" Patio Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Propane | Propane |
| Gas input | 50,000 BTU/h | 48,000 BTU/h |
| Heated area | 20 ft across | - |
| Propane tank | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Ignition | Push button | Electronic |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Standing | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | - |
| Weight | 33.1 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
| Released | 2023-01-05 | - |