Tangkula 11,000 BTU 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 2.3. The Thermo Tiki PH650 Glass Tube Heater leads on heat output and value. The Tangkula 11,000 BTU Tabletop Heater costs $120 less ($109.99 vs $229.99).

Tangkula 11,000 BTU 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 11,000 BTU Tabletop Heater
Overall rating3.0/52.3/5
Value 35%38 $6.05 per 1,000 BTU/h ($229.99, 38,000 BTU/h)10 $10 per 1,000 BTU/h ($109.99, 11,000 BTU/h)
Heat output 25%74 38,000 BTU/h3 11,000 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 11,000 BTU Tabletop Heater
Heating
FuelPropanePropane
Gas input38,000 BTU/h11,000 BTU/h
Heated area15 ft across5 ft across
Propane tank20 lb1 lb
IgnitionPush button-
Safety and build
StylePyramidTabletop
Tip-over shutoffYesYes
Weight-13 lb
Warranty0.2 years-

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