Lasko MyHeat Mini 201
#41 in Fan heatersFull review
For warming one person at a desk or in a shared office where a full 1,500 W heater would trip the breaker. It will not heat a room.
Amazon $29.44$29.44
The Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 is the better space heater overall, rated 2.9 to 2.9. The Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 leads on safety, value and warranty. The Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 wins on thermostat and controls. The Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 costs $250.55 less ($29.44 vs $279.99).
Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202
#42 in Fan heatersFull review
For someone who wants a powerful tower fan for summer that can also heat a room in winter. Buy a plain heater if heat is all you need.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
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 Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 for safety (ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff vs none stated; no safety listing published), value ($74 per kW ($29.44, 400 W) vs $200 per kW ($279.99, 1,400 W)) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 for thermostat (holds a set temperature vs fixed heat levels only) and controls (eco mode, timer, remote; no app vs basic; no eco mode).
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 MyHeat Mini 201 | Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 19 $74 per kW ($29.44, 400 W) | 0 $200 per kW ($279.99, 1,400 W) |
| Safety 25% | 70 ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff | 30 none stated; no safety listing published |
| Thermostat 15% | 0 fixed heat levels only | 100 holds a set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 12 basic; no eco mode | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app |
| Low setting 10% | 100 down to 400 W | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 | Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 400 W | 1,400 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | Ceramic | - |
| Oscillates | - | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | No | Digital |
| Eco mode | No | Yes |
| Timer | - | Yes |
| Remote | No | Yes |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | No | - |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | - |
| Cool-touch housing | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Cord | - | 6 ft |
| Dimensions | 3.77 x 4.28 x 6.2 in | 11.81 x 13.77 x 45.94 in |
| Weight | 1.1 lb | 19.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2024-11 | 2025-09 |