Reznor UDXC 60
#5 in GasFull review
A three car garage heater with Reznor’s long warranty, ready for propane out of the box.
Amazon $1,504$1,504
The Reznor UDXC 60 is the better garage heater overall, rated 3.0 to 2.3. The Reznor UDXC 60 leads on warranty. The Modine Hot Dawg HDS45 wins on controls. The Modine Hot Dawg HDS45 costs $176.20 less ($1,327.80 vs $1,504).
Modine Hot Dawg HDS45
#11 in GasFull review
The two car garage heater for a shop with sawdust or fumes in the air, where the burner should not use indoor air.
Amazon $1,670.35 HVACDirect $1,327.80$1,327.80
Prices 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 Reznor UDXC 60 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Modine Hot Dawg HDS45 for controls (electronic ignition vs none of the 3).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas garage heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Reznor UDXC 60 | Modine Hot Dawg HDS45 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.3/5 |
| Value 40% | 20 $30.20 per 1,000 BTU ($1,504, 49,800 BTU/h) | 12 $35.55 per 1,000 BTU ($1,327.80, 37,350 BTU/h) |
| Controls 25% | 0 none of the 3 | 40 electronic ignition |
| Warranty 35% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Reznor UDXC 60 | Modine Hot Dawg HDS45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat | ||
| Heat output | 49,800 BTU/h | 37,350 BTU/h |
| Gas | Both | Both |
| Efficiency | 83% | 83% |
| Venting | Power vented | Direct vent |
| Controls and build | ||
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Digital display | Yes | - |
| Remote or app | No | No |
| Electronic ignition | - | Yes |
| Weight | 71 lb | 72 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |