Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC
#2 in Fan heatersFull review
For a living room or open space where you want oscillating heat with a set temperature, remote and timer.
Amazon $119.24$119.24
The Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC is the better space heater overall, rated 4.0 to 3.5. The Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC leads on warranty, thermostat and safety. The Lasko 751320 Ceramic Tower wins on value. The Lasko 751320 Ceramic Tower costs $47.25 less ($71.99 vs $119.24).
Lasko 751320 Ceramic Tower
#21 in Fan heatersFull review
For a bedroom or home office where you want an oscillating tower with a remote and a sleep timer. Pick a digital model if you want to dial in an exact temperature.
Amazon $71.99$71.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC for warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty), thermostat (holds a set temperature vs adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature) and safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs ETL listed, overheat shutoff).
- Choose the Lasko 751320 Ceramic Tower for value ($48 per kW ($71.99, 1,500 W) vs $79 per kW ($119.24, 1,500 W)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every fan heaters space heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC | Lasko 751320 Ceramic Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 14 $79 per kW ($119.24, 1,500 W) | 46 $48 per kW ($71.99, 1,500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff | 85 ETL listed, overheat shutoff |
| Thermostat 15% | 100 holds a set temperature | 60 adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app | 62 timer, remote; no app |
| Low setting 10% | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) | 17 down to 900 W |
Specifications
| Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC | Lasko 751320 Ceramic Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 1,500 W | 900 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | - | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Digital | Dial |
| Eco mode | Yes | - |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | ETL |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | - |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Cord | 6 ft | 6 ft |
| Dimensions | 8.9 x 9.0 x 10.42 in | 7.25 x 8.38 x 22.5 in |
| Weight | 7.4 lb | 5.7 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |