Best Patio Heaters Under $200

A strong value mushroom heater with a three year warranty for home patios. It is the one to beat for most buyers.

The cheapest way to put a full size propane heater on a home patio. Expect little support beyond the price.

A cheap stainless mushroom heater from a big grill brand, best bought direct from Nexgrill. Good for a home patio on a budget.

A low cost mushroom heater for a home patio or small cafe that wants plenty of heat for the money. Buyers who need a named safety listing or warranty should look at Hiland or EAST OAK.

A good value CSA approved mushroom heater for home patios, with an easy tank change. Buyers wanting a longer warranty should look at EAST OAK.

A low cost tabletop heater for warming one table or a small balcony. Buy it for a couple of people, not a crowd.

A tabletop flame heater for a small table or balcony where a tall heater would not fit. It is more about ambiance than heat.

A small decorative flame heater for a table centerpiece. It is for ambiance more than warmth.

For a covered porch or pergola where you want quiet, plug in heat over one or two seats. It is cheap and weatherproof, but small.

For a covered porch or garage where you want a cheap infrared heater you can roll around or mount. Keep it dry.

For someone who wants a plain, proven wall heater for a sheltered porch. Others in this price range add a remote and heat levels.

For a budget wall or ceiling heater over a garage bench or a covered seat. Cheap and simple, with a short warranty.

A flexible tripod or wall heater for a patio. The Dr Infrared DR-338 is a better documented alternative.

A standing pole heater for someone who wants overhead heat without mounting anything. Thin published specs make it hard to judge against better documented rivals.