Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater
#3 in All in oneFull review
A very cheap heater with thermostat, app control and a two year warranty, for tents, garages and occasional van use. Expect closer to 4.2 kW than the 8 kW on the box.
Amazon $77.69$77.69
The Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater rates 3.4 among all in one diesel heaters; the VOYOCHT VYH-F3 8kW Diesel Heater rates 2.9 among split ones. The Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater costs $102.80 less ($77.69 vs $180.49).
VOYOCHT VYH-F3 8kW Diesel Heater
#24 in SplitFull review
An aluminum cased split kit with a big tank and remote for truckers and RVers who want a sturdier clone. Its real output matches the cheaper 5 kW model.
Amazon $180.49$180.49
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 | Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater | VOYOCHT VYH-F3 8kW Diesel Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 100 $18 per kW ($77.69, 4.2 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply | 83 $43 per kW ($180.49, 4.2 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% | 65 holds a set temperature | 50 controls not stated (neutral score used) |
| Power draw 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 1.4 kW | 50 down to 1.4 kW |
Specifications
| Sokaiso 8kW App Diesel Heater | VOYOCHT VYH-F3 8kW Diesel Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW claimed (about 4.2 kW from its fuel burn) | 8 kW claimed (about 4.2 kW from its fuel burn) |
| Lowest output | 1.4 kW | 1.4 kW |
| Fuel burn | 0.16 to 0.52 L/h | 0.18 to 0.53 L/h |
| Fuel tank | 5 L | 15 L |
| Build | All in one | Split (installed) |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V/24V | 12V |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | - |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |