Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater
#3 in All in oneFull review
A very cheap heater with thermostat, app control and a two year warranty, for tents, garages and occasional van use. Expect closer to 4.2 kW than the 8 kW on the box.
Amazon $77.69$77.69
The Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater rates 3.4 among all in one diesel heaters; the JEABONG JB-018 8kW Diesel Heater rates 2.7 among split ones. The Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater costs $25.30 less ($77.69 vs $102.99).
JEABONG JB-018 8kW Diesel Heater
#35 in SplitFull review
A cheap split kit with its own tank and automatic altitude adjustment, for DIY van and truck builds at elevation. The 3 month warranty is the catch.
Amazon $102.99$102.99
Prices were last checked October 30, 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 type classes (all in one and split), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater | JEABONG JB-018 8kW Diesel Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Value 25% | 100 $18 per kW ($77.69, 4.2 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply | 50 no credible heat rating (neutral score used) |
| Type approval 20% | 0 no type approval published | 0 no type approval published |
| Controls and safety 15% | 65 holds a set temperature | 60 automatic altitude |
| 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 0.2-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 1.4 kW | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater | JEABONG JB-018 8kW Diesel Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW claimed (about 4.2 kW from its fuel burn) | 8 kW |
| Lowest output | 1.4 kW | - |
| Fuel burn | 0.16 to 0.52 L/h | - |
| Fuel tank | 5 L | 10 L |
| Build | All in one | Split (installed) |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V/24V | 12V |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | - |
| Automatic altitude | - | Yes, to 16,400 ft |
| Remote | Yes | - |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | - | 15.35 x 5.51 x 5.51 in |
| Warranty | 2 years | 0.2 years |