maXpeedingrods 8KW Bluetooth Heater
#1 in SplitFull review
A bargain split heater for a van, RV or workshop on a budget. Expect closer to 5 kW than the 8 kW on the box, and no stated warranty.
Amazon $95.99$95.99
The maXpeedingrods 8KW Bluetooth Heater rates 3.6 among split diesel heaters; the Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater rates 3.4 among all in one ones. The Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater costs $18.30 less ($77.69 vs $95.99).
Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater
#3 in All in oneFull review
A very cheap heater with thermostat, app control and a two year warranty, for tents, garages and occasional van use. Expect closer to 4.2 kW than the 8 kW on the box.
Amazon $77.69$77.69
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 | maXpeedingrods 8KW Bluetooth Heater | Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 100 $19 per kW ($95.99, 5 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply | 100 $18 per kW ($77.69, 4.2 kW); 8 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% | 72 holds a set temperature, automatic altitude, app; no CO sensor | 65 holds a set temperature |
| 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 2-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 83 down to 1 kW | 50 down to 1.4 kW |
Specifications
| maXpeedingrods 8KW Bluetooth Heater | Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW claimed (about 5 kW from its fuel burn) | 8 kW claimed (about 4.2 kW from its fuel burn) |
| Lowest output | 1 kW | 1.4 kW |
| Fuel burn | 0.16 to 0.62 L/h | 0.16 to 0.52 L/h |
| Fuel tank | 9 L | 5 L |
| Build | Split (installed) | All in one |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V/24V | 12V/24V |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic altitude | Yes, to 18,050 ft | - |
| App | Bluetooth | - |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | No | - |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 41 x 14.5 x 14.5 cm | - |
| Weight | 13 lb | - |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |