Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid vs Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.7 to 3.1. The Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater leads on value and heat output. The Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater costs $186.08 less ($238.91 vs $424.99).

Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid vs Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater

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?

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 weightHiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio HeaterHiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid
Overall rating3.7/53.1/5
Value 35%49 $4.98 per 1,000 BTU/h ($238.91, 48,000 BTU/h)10 $10.12 per 1,000 BTU/h ($424.99, 42,000 BTU/h)
Heat output 25%100 48,000 BTU/h84 42,000 BTU/h
Safety 20%100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed
Warranty 20%0 1-year warranty0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio HeaterHiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid
Heating
FuelPropanePropane
Gas input48,000 BTU/h42,000 BTU/h
Heated area15 ft across15 ft across
Propane tank20 lb20 lb
Safety and build
StyleStandingPyramid
Tip-over shutoffYesYes
Safety listedYesYes
Warranty1 year1 year

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