Hcalory HBU1S 5kW Diesel Heater
#33 in SplitFull review
A cheap app-controlled split heater for DIY van and RV installs, though Hcalory publishes few specs for this 5 kW version.
Amazon $99.99$99.99
2.7/5
A cheap split kit with its own tank and automatic altitude adjustment, for DIY van and truck builds at elevation. The 3 month warranty is the catch.
- 8 kWHeat output
- None publishedType approval
- 0.2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$102.99
Price checked October 30, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Adjusts itself for altitude up to about 16,000 ft
- Includes a 10 L tank, so it runs overnight without plumbing into the vehicle’s fuel
- Shows fault codes on the LCD for quicker troubleshooting
Cons
- Only a 3 month warranty
- No published fuel burn, so the 8 kW rating can’t be checked
- No remote mentioned in the listing
- No type approval for vehicle installs
The JEABONG 8kW family
Every JEABONG 8kW model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Heat output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEABONG JB-016 8kW Diesel Heater | 8 kW | 2.7/5 | $90 |
| JEABONG JB-018 8kW Diesel Heater (this one) | 8 kW | 2.7/5 | $102.99 |
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 | JB-018 |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Heat output (maker) | 8 kW |
| Fuel tank | 10 L |
| Build | Split (installed) |
| Power | |
| Supply | 12V |
| Controls and safety | |
| Automatic altitude | Yes, to 16,400 ft |
| Type approval | None published |
| Build | |
| Dimensions | 15.35 x 5.51 x 5.51 in |
| Warranty | 0.2 years |
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