Mr. Heater 30K Blue Flame Dual Fuel
#1 in Vent-freeFull review
The pick for heating a big room on either fuel with a thermostat and a long warranty. Add the blower kit for high ceilings.
Amazon $265.39$265.39
4.5/5
A big radiant heater for a garage, workshop or open room on either fuel. It pairs thermostat control with the longest warranty in this group.
- 30,000 BTU/hrOutput
- Dual fuelFuel
- InfraredHeat
- YesThermostat
Check price at Amazon$265.39
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Pros
- 30,000 BTU of radiant heat for garages, shops and large rooms
- Runs on propane or natural gas
- Thermostat and battery spark ignition, and no outlet needed
- Five year limited warranty in the manual
Cons
- Not allowed in bedrooms or bathrooms per the manual
- Blower sold separately
- Amazon lists it as available at a later date
The Mr. Heater Vent-Free Radiant family
Every Mr. Heater Vent-Free Radiant model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own venting.
| Model | Output | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Heater 20K Radiant Dual Fuel | 20,000 BTU/hr | 4.2/5 | $209 |
| Mr. Heater 30K Radiant Dual Fuel (this one) | 30,000 BTU/hr | 4.5/5 | $265.39 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its venting. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | MHVFDF30RTT |
|---|---|
| Heat | |
| Venting | Vent-free |
| Heat type | Infrared |
| Maximum input | 30,000 BTU/hr |
| Heating area claim | 1,000 sq ft |
| Fuel and controls | |
| Fuel | Dual fuel |
| Thermostat | Yes |
| Blower | No |
| Ignition | Electronic (battery) |
| Needs an outlet | No |
| Oxygen depletion sensor | Yes |
| Build | |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Released | 2018-10 |
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