Vornado VH202 (2026)
#29 in Fan heatersFull review
For warming your feet or desk in a cool office without loading the circuit. It will not heat a room.
Amazon $34.99$34.99
The Vornado VH202 (2026) is the better space heater overall, rated 3.4 to 2.9. The Vornado VH202 (2026) leads on safety, value and warranty. The Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 wins on thermostat and controls. The Vornado VH202 (2026) costs $245 less ($34.99 vs $279.99).
Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202
#42 in Fan heatersFull review
For someone who wants a powerful tower fan for summer that can also heat a room in winter. Buy a plain heater if heat is all you need.
Amazon $279.99$279.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Vornado VH202 (2026) for safety (ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff vs none stated; no safety listing published), value ($47 per kW ($34.99, 750 W) vs $200 per kW ($279.99, 1,400 W)) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
- Choose the Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 for thermostat (holds a set temperature vs fixed heat levels only) and controls (eco mode, timer, remote; no app vs basic; no eco mode).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every fan heaters space heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Vornado VH202 (2026) | Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 47 $47 per kW ($34.99, 750 W) | 0 $200 per kW ($279.99, 1,400 W) |
| Safety 25% | 100 ETL listed, tip-over shutoff, overheat shutoff | 30 none stated; no safety listing published |
| Thermostat 15% | 0 fixed heat levels only | 100 holds a set temperature |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
| Controls 10% | 0 basic; no eco mode | 75 eco mode, timer, remote; no app |
| Low setting 10% | 100 down to 375 W | 50 lowest setting not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| Vornado VH202 (2026) | Shark TurboBlade Fan + Heat TH202 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat settings | 375 to 750 W | 1,400 W |
| Type | Fan | Fan |
| Oscillates | No | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Thermostat | No | Digital |
| Eco mode | No | Yes |
| Timer | No | Yes |
| Remote | No | Yes |
| App | No | No |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | ETL | None published |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | - |
| Overheat shutoff | Yes | - |
| Cool-touch housing | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Cord | 6 ft | 6 ft |
| Dimensions | 7.85 x 7.2 x 7.1 in | 11.81 x 13.77 x 45.94 in |
| Weight | 2 lb | 19.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | - | 2025-09 |