GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater
#4 in All in oneFull review
A cheap all-in-one heater with app control and a two year warranty, for tents and small vans, with real output closer to 3.6 kW.
Amazon $121.99$121.99
The GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater is the better diesel heater overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater leads on warranty. The Hcalory Toolbox Compact 2S wins on controls and safety. The GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater costs $8 less ($121.99 vs $129.99).
Hcalory Toolbox Compact 2S
#8 in All in oneFull review
A budget toolbox heater for vans, garages and camps with the smart controls of pricier models. Expect about 3 kW of heat, not 8.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
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 GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Hcalory Toolbox Compact 2S for controls and safety (holds a set temperature, automatic altitude, app, timer vs holds a set temperature, app; no CO sensor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every all in one diesel heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater | Hcalory Toolbox Compact 2S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 81 $34 per kW ($121.99, 3.6 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply | 70 $45 per kW ($129.99, 2.9 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply |
| Type approval 20% | 0 no type approval published | 0 no type approval published |
| Controls and safety 15% | 62 holds a set temperature, app; no CO sensor | 90 holds a set temperature, automatic altitude, app, timer |
| Power draw 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 1.4 kW | 83 down to 1 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) |
Specifications
| GEARLASSO DH002 Diesel Heater | Hcalory Toolbox Compact 2S | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW claimed (about 3.6 kW from its fuel burn) | 8 kW claimed (about 2.9 kW from its fuel burn) |
| Lowest output | 1.4 kW | - |
| Fuel burn | 0.15 to 0.45 L/h | 0.12 to 0.36 L/h |
| Fuel tank | 5 L | 5 L |
| Build | All in one | All in one |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V/24V/110V | 12V/24V/110V |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic altitude | - | Yes, to 18,000 ft |
| App | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Timer | - | Yes |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | No | - |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | - | 16.5 x 10.6 x 11.8 in |
| Weight | - | 24.7 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2025-09 |