A sturdier glass tube flame heater for restaurants and patios where looks matter. Home buyers get the same look for less from cheaper pyramids.
Amazon $424.99The Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid and the Legacy Heating 40,000 BTU Pyramid are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.0. The Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid leads on safety. The Legacy Heating 40,000 BTU Pyramid wins on value. The Legacy Heating 40,000 BTU Pyramid costs $185.01 less ($239.98 vs $424.99).
A budget pyramid flame heater for home patios. EAST OAK costs a little more but adds a listing and a longer warranty.
Amazon $239.98Prices 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 Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid for safety (tip-over shutoff, safety listed vs tip-over shutoff).
- Choose the Legacy Heating 40,000 BTU Pyramid for value ($6 per 1,000 BTU/h ($239.98, 40,000 BTU/h) vs $10.12 per 1,000 BTU/h ($424.99, 42,000 BTU/h)).
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 | Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid | Legacy Heating 40,000 BTU Pyramid |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 10 $10.12 per 1,000 BTU/h ($424.99, 42,000 BTU/h) | 39 $6 per 1,000 BTU/h ($239.98, 40,000 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 84 42,000 BTU/h | 79 40,000 BTU/h |
| Safety 20% | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed | 50 tip-over shutoff |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Hiland HLDS01-CGTHG Commercial Pyramid | Legacy Heating 40,000 BTU Pyramid | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Propane | Propane |
| Gas input | 42,000 BTU/h | 40,000 BTU/h |
| Heated area | 15 ft across | 10 ft across |
| Propane tank | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Ignition | - | Electronic |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Pyramid | Pyramid |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
