Vornado VH202 (2026)
#29 in Fan heatersFull review
For warming your feet or desk in a cool office without loading the circuit. It will not heat a room.
Amazon $34.99$34.99
The Vornado VH202 (2026) is the better space heater overall, rated 3.4 to 2.9. The Vornado VH202 (2026) leads on safety and value. The Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 wins on controls. The Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 costs $5.55 less ($29.44 vs $34.99).
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
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 VH202 (2026) for safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff) and value ($47 per kW ($34.99, 750 W) vs $74 per kW ($29.44, 400 W)).
- Choose the Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 for controls (basic; no eco mode 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 | Vornado VH202 (2026) | Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 47 $47 per kW ($34.99, 750 W) | 19 $74 per kW ($29.44, 400 W) |
| Safety 25% | 100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff | 70 ETL listed, overheat shutoff; no tip-over shutoff |
| Thermostat 15% | 0 fixed heat levels only | 0 fixed heat levels only |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 0 basic; no eco mode | 12 basic; no eco mode |
| Low setting 10% | 100 down to 375 W | 100 down to 400 W |
Specifications
| Vornado VH202 (2026) | Lasko MyHeat Mini 201 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 375 to 750 W | 400 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Element | - | Ceramic |
| Oscillates | No | - |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Eco mode | No | No |
| Timer | No | - |
| Remote | No | No |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | ETL |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | No |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Cool-touch housing | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Cord | 6 ft | - |
| Dimensions | 7.85 x 7.2 x 7.1 in | 3.77 x 4.28 x 6.2 in |
| Weight | 2 lb | 1.1 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Released | - | 2024-11 |