For a bedroom where you want to set a temperature, use a remote and have it turn off on its own. Skip it for the AVH10 if you never leave your chair.
Amazon $129.99The Vornado TAVH10 (2026) is the better space heater overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The Vornado TAVH10 (2026) leads on safety and warranty. The Lasko Ellipse CT24950 Tower wins on value. The Lasko Ellipse CT24950 Tower costs $45 less ($84.99 vs $129.99).
For a living room or large bedroom where you want a quiet tower that holds a set temperature, with a remote and long timer. Smaller rooms are served as well by cheaper towers.
Amazon $84.99Prices were last checked November 2, 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 TAVH10 (2026) for safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published) and warranty (5-year warranty vs 3-year warranty).
- Choose the Lasko Ellipse CT24950 Tower for value ($57 per kW ($84.99, 1,500 W) vs $87 per kW ($129.99, 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 TAVH10 (2026) | Lasko Ellipse CT24950 Tower |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 9 $87 per kW ($129.99, 1,500 W) | 35 $57 per kW ($84.99, 1,500 W) |
| Safety 25% | 100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff | 60 tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Thermostat 15% | 100 holds a set temperature | 100 holds a set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app |
| Low setting 10% | 42 down to 750 W | 42 down to 750 W |
Specifications
| Vornado TAVH10 (2026) | Lasko Ellipse CT24950 Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 750 to 1,500 W | 750 to 1,500 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | - | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | No | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | Digital | Digital |
| Eco mode | Yes | Yes |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Noise | - | 40 dB |
| Cord | 6 ft | 6 ft |
| Dimensions | 9.25 x 11.63 x 12 in | 9.12 x 9.12 x 24.1 in |
| Weight | 5.6 lb | 5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
