SereneLife SLOHT42 Infrared Heater
#5 in ElectricFull review
A standing infrared heater for a covered patio with kids or pets around. Its water rating is unclear, so keep it out of the rain.
Amazon $228.99$228.99
The SereneLife SLOHT42 Infrared Heater is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.5 to 2.5. The SereneLife SLOHT42 Infrared Heater leads on safety. The Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater costs $29 less ($199.99 vs $228.99).
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Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater
#16 in ElectricFull review
A standing pole heater for someone who wants overhead heat without mounting anything. Thin published specs make it hard to judge against better documented rivals.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the SereneLife SLOHT42 Infrared Heater for safety (tip-over shutoff, safety listed vs tip-over shutoff).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every electric patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | SereneLife SLOHT42 Infrared Heater | Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 35% | 28 $44.74 per 1,000 BTU/h ($228.99, 5,120 BTU/h) | 34 $39.08 per 1,000 BTU/h ($199.99, 5,120 BTU/h) |
| Heat output 25% | 25 1,500 W | 25 1,500 W |
| Safety 20% | 100 tip-over shutoff, safety listed | 50 tip-over shutoff |
| Warranty 20% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| SereneLife SLOHT42 Infrared Heater | Westinghouse WES31-2266 Pole Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Power | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Remote | Yes | - |
| Safety and build | ||
| Style | Standing | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listed | Yes | - |
| Ingress rating | IP44 | IPX4 |
| Weight | 21.6 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |
| Released | 2024-05-20 | - |