Tangkula 34" Pyramid Tabletop Heater vs Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater is the better patio heater overall, rated 3.0 to 2.2. The Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater leads on heat output and value. The Tangkula 34" Pyramid Tabletop Heater costs $104 less ($125.99 vs $229.99).

Tangkula 34" Pyramid Tabletop Heater vs Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater

Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every gas patio heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightThermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube HeaterTangkula 34" Pyramid Tabletop Heater
Overall rating3.0/52.2/5
Value 35%38 $6.05 per 1,000 BTU/h ($229.99, 38,000 BTU/h)0 $13.26 per 1,000 BTU/h ($125.99, 9,500 BTU/h)
Heat output 25%74 38,000 BTU/h0 9,500 BTU/h
Safety 20%50 tip-over shutoff50 tip-over shutoff
Warranty 20%0 0.2-year warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube HeaterTangkula 34" Pyramid Tabletop Heater
Heating
FuelPropanePropane
Gas input38,000 BTU/h9,500 BTU/h
Heated area15 ft across4.5 ft across
Propane tank20 lb-
IgnitionPush buttonElectronic
Safety and build
StylePyramidTabletop
Tip-over shutoffYesYes
Weight-11 lb
Warranty0.2 years-

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