LSZQJ 8kW Brushless Diesel Heater
#31 in SplitFull review
A brushless split heater with automatic altitude adjustment for vans, trucks and RVs at 12V. The listing publishes too few figures to judge its real output.
Amazon $198.99$198.99
2.7/5
A cheap app-controlled split heater for DIY van and RV installs, though Hcalory publishes few specs for this 5 kW version.
- 5 kWHeat output
- None publishedType approval
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$99.99
Price checked October 30, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- App, panel and timers let you warm the van before you get in
- Holds a set temperature by starting and stopping on its own
- Runs on 12 V or 24 V systems
- Large 10 L tank means fewer refills
Cons
- No published fuel burn for the 5 kW version, so its rating can’t be checked
- High altitude mode has to be switched on by hand
- No published power draw or noise figures
- Only a one-year warranty
The Hcalory HBU1S family
Every Hcalory HBU1S model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Heat output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hcalory HBU1S 5kW Diesel Heater (this one) | 5 kW | 2.7/5 | $99.99 |
| Hcalory HBU1S 8kW Split Heater | 8 kW claimed (about 3.5 kW from its fuel burn) | 3.2/5 | $99.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | HBU1S |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Heat output (maker) | 5 kW |
| Fuel tank | 10 L |
| Build | Split (installed) |
| Power | |
| Supply | 12V/24V |
| Controls and safety | |
| Thermostat | Yes |
| Automatic altitude | No |
| App | Bluetooth |
| Timer | Yes |
| Type approval | None published |
| Build | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Released | 2025-08 |
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