A good value CSA approved mushroom heater for home patios, with an easy tank change. Buyers wanting a longer warranty should look at EAST OAK.
Amazon $159.99The Hiland HLDS01-WCBT Patio Heater is the better patio heater overall, rated 4.0 to 3.7. The Hiland HLDS01-WCBT Patio Heater leads on value. The Hiland HLDS01-WCBT Patio Heater costs $78.92 less ($159.99 vs $238.91).
A CSA approved mushroom heater with a drinks table for a home patio or small restaurant. Pay the extra over budget heaters for the listing and the table.
Amazon $238.91Prices 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-WCBT Patio Heater for value ($3.33 per 1,000 BTU/h ($159.99, 48,000 BTU/h) vs $4.98 per 1,000 BTU/h ($238.91, 48,000 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-WCBT Patio Heater | Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 71 $3.33 per 1,000 BTU/h ($159.99, 48,000 BTU/h) | 49 $4.98 per 1,000 BTU/h ($238.91, 48,000 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 100 48,000 BTU/h | 100 48,000 BTU/h |
| Safety 20% | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Hiland HLDS01-WCBT Patio Heater | Hiland HLDS01-SSHST Patio Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Propane | Propane |
| Gas input | 48,000 BTU/h | 48,000 BTU/h |
| Heated area | 15 ft across | 15 ft across |
| Propane tank | 20 lb | 20 lb |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Standing | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
