TJHSM 5kW Diesel Heater
#23 in SplitFull review
A low cost 5 kW split kit for DIY truck and RV installs, sold with almost no published specs or warranty.
Amazon $83.28$83.28
The TJHSM 5kW Diesel Heater rates 2.9 among split diesel heaters; the maXpeedingrods 5KW Self-Powered Heater rates 2.6 among all in one ones. The TJHSM 5kW Diesel Heater costs $416.71 less ($83.28 vs $499.99).
maXpeedingrods 5KW Self-Powered Heater
#34 in All in oneFull review
For tents, ice fishing and remote cabins with no battery to spare. You pay a large premium for the self-powered design, and the controls are basic.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (split and all in one), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | TJHSM 5kW Diesel Heater | maXpeedingrods 5KW Self-Powered Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 50 no credible heat rating (neutral score used) | 30 $132 per kW ($499.99, 3.8 kW); 5 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply |
| Type approval 20% | 0 no type approval published | 0 no type approval published |
| Controls and safety 15% | 57 timer | 22 basic; no CO sensor |
| Power draw 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Low setting 10% | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) | 50 down to 1.4 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) |
Specifications
| TJHSM 5kW Diesel Heater | maXpeedingrods 5KW Self-Powered Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 5 kW | 5 kW claimed (about 3.8 kW from its fuel burn) |
| Fuel burn | - | 0.17 to 0.48 L/h |
| Fuel tank | - | 3.7 L |
| Build | Split (installed) | All in one |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V | 12V |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Automatic altitude | - | No |
| App | - | No |
| Timer | Yes | - |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | - | No |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | - | 41 x 26.5 x 28 cm |