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 controls. The Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower wins on value. The Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower costs $65.26 less ($53.98 vs $119.24).
Lasko CT16450 Ceramic Tower
#20 in Fan heatersFull review
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 $53.98$53.98
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 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 $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 CT16450 Ceramic Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 14 $79 per kW ($119.24, 1,500 W) | 64 $36 per kW ($53.98, 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 | 25 basic; no remote |
| Low setting 10% | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) | 17 down to 900 W |
Specifications
| Vornado Velocity Cube 5 OSC | Lasko CT16450 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 | - |
| Remote | Yes | No |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | ETL |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | - |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Cord | 6 ft | - |
| Dimensions | 8.9 x 9.0 x 10.42 in | 5 x 5.88 x 15.75 in |
| Weight | 7.4 lb | 3.9 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |