Modine Hot Dawg HD45
#10 in GasFull review
A proven two car garage heater from a commercial heating maker. Cheaper options give similar heat.
Amazon $963$963
2.2/5
A sealed combustion heater for a small woodshop or a garage with fumes or dust in the air. Pay the premium only if you need that.
- 24,900 BTU/hHeat
- BothFuel
- NoThermostat
Check price at Amazon$1,199.99
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Draws combustion air from outside, so it is safe in a dusty woodshop
- Sized for a one car garage
- 83% efficient with direct spark ignition
- 10 year heat exchanger warranty
Cons
- The most expensive heater here per BTU
- Needs a wall thermostat and venting kit, bought separately
- 2 year parts warranty
The Modine Hot Dawg HDS family
Every Modine Hot Dawg HDS model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own fuel.
| Model | Heat | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modine Hot Dawg HDS30 (this one) | 24,900 BTU/h | 2.2/5 | $1,199.99 |
| Modine Hot Dawg HDS45 | 37,350 BTU/h | 2.3/5 | $1,327.80 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 3 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its fuel. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | HDS30 |
|---|---|
| Heat | |
| Heat output | 24,900 BTU/h |
| Gas | Both |
| Efficiency | 83% |
| Venting | Direct vent |
| Controls and build | |
| Thermostat | No |
| Remote or app | No |
| Electronic ignition | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this fuel
Modine Hot Dawg HDS45
#11 in GasFull review
The two car garage heater for a shop with sawdust or fumes in the air, where the burner should not use indoor air.
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Modine Hot Dawg HD30
#12 in GasFull review
Vented gas heat for a one car garage from a long running commercial heater maker. You pay a lot per BTU at this size.
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