Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB
#7 in PortableFull review
For hunters who want quiet push button lighting in a ventilated blind or tent and up to 12,000 BTU. Follow the maker’s ventilation rules.
Amazon $126.48$126.48
The Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB is the better propane heater overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB leads on safety and turndown. The Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX MH11BFLEX wins on warranty. The Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB costs $2.52 less ($126.48 vs $129).
Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX MH11BFLEX
#9 in PortableFull review
A compact, push button alternative to the Portable Buddy for ventilated tents and cabins, with a slightly higher low setting. Keep the fresh air the maker’s manual requires.
Amazon $129$129
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 Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB for safety (CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff vs low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff; no safety listing published) and turndown (turns down to 6,000 BTU vs turns down to 8,000 BTU).
- Choose the Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX MH11BFLEX for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every portable propane heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB | Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX MH11BFLEX |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 46 $10.54 per 1,000 BTU ($126.48, 12,000 BTU) | 39 $11.73 per 1,000 BTU ($129, 11,000 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 100 CSA listed, low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff, flame-out shutoff | 50 low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 71 turns down to 6,000 BTU | 39 turns down to 8,000 BTU |
| Ignition 10% | 100 electric ignition | 100 electric ignition |
| Fuel options 5% | 100 runs on 1 lb cylinders or a bulk tank | 100 runs on 1 lb cylinders or a bulk tank |
Specifications
| Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy MH12HB | Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX MH11BFLEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 6,000 to 12,000 BTU | 8,000 to 11,000 BTU |
| Type | Portable | Portable |
| Use | Indoor (ventilated) | Indoor (ventilated) |
| Heats up to | 300 sq ft | 275 sq ft |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | No | No |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | 1 lb cylinder or bulk tank | 1 lb cylinder or bulk tank |
| Hose included | No | No |
| Ignition | Electric | Electric |
| Power needed | Batteries | Batteries |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | CSA | None published |
| Low-oxygen shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 17 x 12 x 16 in | 13.5 x 9 x 14.25 in |
| Weight | 16 lb | 11 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |
| Released | 2012-12-03 | 2019-08-22 |