Mr. Heater 30K Radiant Dual Fuel
#2 in Vent-freeFull review
A big radiant heater for a garage, workshop or open room on either fuel. It pairs thermostat control with the longest warranty in this group.
Amazon $265.39$265.39
The Mr. Heater 30K Radiant Dual Fuel rates 4.5 among vent-free gas wall heaters; the Empire DV35 Direct Vent Wall Furnace rates 3.0 among direct vent ones. The Mr. Heater 30K Radiant Dual Fuel costs $1,743.60 less ($265.39 vs $2,008.99).
Empire DV35 Direct Vent Wall Furnace
#8 in Direct ventFull review
For a cabin or large room that needs serious heat that keeps running when the power goes out. Rinnai’s modulating units are steadier but quit without electricity.
Amazon $2,008.99$2,008.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different venting classes (vent-free and direct vent), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own venting peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Mr. Heater 30K Radiant Dual Fuel | Empire DV35 Direct Vent Wall Furnace |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 73 $8.85 per 1,000 BTU ($265.39, 30,000 BTU) | 69 $57.40 per 1,000 BTU ($2,008.99, 35,000 BTU) |
| Heat output 15% | 100 30,000 BTU/hr | 83 35,000 BTU/hr |
| Controls 20% | 75 thermostat, electronic ignition | 50 thermostat |
| 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 Radiant Dual Fuel | Empire DV35 Direct Vent Wall Furnace | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Venting | Vent-free | Direct vent |
| Heat type | Infrared | Furnace |
| Maximum input | 30,000 BTU/hr | 35,000 BTU/hr |
| Heating area claim | 1,000 sq ft | - |
| Fuel and controls | ||
| Fuel | Dual fuel | Propane |
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| Blower | No | No |
| Ignition | Electronic (battery) | Push button |
| Needs an outlet | No | No |
| Oxygen depletion sensor | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2018-10 | - |