For a living room or bedroom where you want to set a temperature and leave it, with a remote and timer. Look elsewhere if it might get knocked over.
Amazon $76.06The Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower and the Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower are evenly matched, rated 3.6 and 3.5. The Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower leads on thermostat and controls. The Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower wins on value and safety. The Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower costs $22.08 less ($53.98 vs $76.06).
For a small bedroom or office on a budget where simple top controls are enough. Skip it if you want a remote, a timer or a set temperature.
Amazon $53.98Prices 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 Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower for thermostat (holds a set temperature vs adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature) and controls (eco mode, timer, remote; no app vs basic; no remote).
- Choose the Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower for value ($36 per kW ($53.98, 1,500 W) vs $51 per kW ($76.06, 1,500 W)) and safety (ETL listed, overheat shutoff vs ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff).
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 | Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower | Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 42 $51 per kW ($76.06, 1,500 W) | 64 $36 per kW ($53.98, 1,500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 70 ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff | 85 ETL listed, overheat shutoff |
| Thermostat 15% | 100 holds a set temperature | 60 adjustable thermostat dial, no set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app | 25 basic; no remote |
| Low setting 10% | 17 down to 900 W | 17 down to 900 W |
Independent measurements
Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower
| Tested by | Noise | Power draw | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| TechGearLab | 42.5 dB | - | Noise rating in dBA from a professional sound level meter; heat setting and distance not stated. TechGearLab also found it has no tip-over shutoff. |
Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Lasko 755320 Digital Ceramic Tower | Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 900 to 1,500 W | 900 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | Ceramic | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Digital | Dial |
| Eco mode | Yes | - |
| Timer | Yes | - |
| Remote | Yes | No |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | ETL |
| Tip-over shutoff | No | - |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 7 x 7.25 x 23 in | 5 x 5.88 x 15.75 in |
| Weight | 7.3 lb | 3.9 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
