For a custom outdoor kitchen or covered terrace where an architect wants a recessed, long lived heater. The price buys build and warranty, not extra heat.
Amazon $966
For a patio or garage door area with a 240 V outlet where a 1,500 W heater falls short. Good value for 3,000 W.
- 3,000 WHeat output
- ElectricFuel
- WallStyle
- 1 yearWarranty
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Twice the heat of a 120 V infrared heater in a 41 in housing
- Comes with a cord and 240 V plug, so a 240 V outlet is all it needs
- IP55 and ETL listed for outdoor use
- Remote switches between two heat levels
- Needs a 240 V outlet, which most patios do not have
- One year warranty
- Only two heat levels
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | DR-239 |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Power | 3,000 W |
| Remote | Yes |
| Safety and build | |
| Style | Wall |
| Safety listed | Yes |
| Ingress rating | IP55 |
| Weight | 7.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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