Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater
#2 in All in oneFull review
A cheap all-in-one heater for tents, garages and vans that adds a CO shutoff and automatic altitude adjustment, though its real output is well under the 8 kW rating.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
The Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater rates 3.4 among all in one diesel heaters; the TURBRO Arcade S8BP rates 2.9 among split ones.
TURBRO Arcade S8BP
#27 in SplitFull review
A well documented budget split heater for a van, camper or truck, with a big tank and a low power draw. Treat it as about a 3 kW heater, not 8 kW.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
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 (all in one and split), 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 | Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater | TURBRO Arcade S8BP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 70 $45 per kW ($129.99, 2.9 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply | 85 $41 per kW ($129.99, 3.2 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% | 92 holds a set temperature, CO shutoff, automatic altitude, app | 70 holds a set temperature, app, timer; no CO sensor |
| Power draw 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 13 up to 54 W running |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 83 down to 1 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) | 58 down to 1.3 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) |
Specifications
| Mudiro M-5S Ultra Diesel Heater | TURBRO Arcade S8BP | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW claimed (about 2.9 kW from its fuel burn) | 8 kW claimed (about 3.2 kW from its fuel burn) |
| Lowest output | - | 2 kW |
| Fuel burn | 0.12 to 0.36 L/h | 0.16 to 0.4 L/h |
| Fuel tank | 5 L | 15 L |
| Build | All in one | Split (installed) |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V/24V/110V | 12V/24V |
| Running draw | - | 16.2 to 54 W |
| Starting draw | - | 130 W |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic altitude | Yes, to 18,050 ft | - |
| App | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Timer | - | Yes |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | Yes | No |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | - | 15.0 x 5.4 x 5.4 in |
| Weight | - | 16.9 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2025-10 |