VEVOR 8kW 12V Diesel Air Heater
#17 in SplitFull review
A bare-bones, very cheap split heater kit for DIY installs in trucks, campers and boats at low altitude. Real output is closer to 3 kW than 8.
Amazon $83.90$83.90
The VEVOR 8kW 12V Diesel Air Heater rates 3.0 among split diesel heaters; the VEVOR CY5004 8kW All-in-One Heater rates 2.9 among all in one ones. The VEVOR 8kW 12V Diesel Air Heater costs $51 less ($83.90 vs $134.90).
VEVOR CY5004 8kW All-in-One Heater
#17 in All in oneFull review
A portable all-in-one heater with a CO shutoff and Bluetooth control in a camouflage case, for camping, garages and workshops. Real output is well under 8 kW.
Amazon $134.90$134.90
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 (split and all in one), 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 | VEVOR 8kW 12V Diesel Air Heater | VEVOR CY5004 8kW All-in-One Heater |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.0/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 25% | 95 $29 per kW ($83.90, 2.9 kW); 8 kW claimed, more than its fuel burn can supply | 68 $48 per kW ($134.90, 2.8 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% | 45 holds a set temperature, timer; no CO sensor | 72 holds a set temperature, CO shutoff, app; no automatic altitude |
| Power draw 15% | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) | 50 power draw not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Low setting 10% | 50 down to 1.4 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) | 50 down to 1.4 kW (from its lowest fuel burn) |
Specifications
| VEVOR 8kW 12V Diesel Air Heater | VEVOR CY5004 8kW All-in-One Heater | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW claimed (about 2.9 kW from its fuel burn) | 8 kW claimed (about 2.8 kW from its fuel burn) |
| Fuel burn | 0.18 to 0.36 L/h | 0.18 to 0.35 L/h |
| Fuel tank | 10 L | - |
| Build | Split (installed) | All in one |
| Power | ||
| Supply | 12V | 12V/24V/110V |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic altitude | No | No |
| App | No | Bluetooth |
| Timer | Yes | - |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| CO shutoff | No | Yes |
| Type approval | None published | None published |
| Build | ||
| Noise | - | 75 dB |
| Dimensions | 15.5 x 5.5 x 7.1 in | 16.54 x 9.96 x 12.2 in |
| Weight | 15.4 lb | 18.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |