Heat Storm Tradesman HS-1500-OTR-R
#13 in ElectricFull review
For a budget wall or ceiling heater over a garage bench or a covered seat. Cheap and simple, with a short warranty.
Amazon $99.99$99.99
2.8/5
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.
- 1,500 WHeat output
- ElectricFuel
- StandingStyle
Check price at Amazon$199.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Pole puts two heat bulbs above head height on its own base
- Tip-over and overheat protection
- IPX4 handles light rain
Cons
- Sold by a third party seller with no maker spec page found
- Warranty, weight and safety listing are not published
- No remote mentioned
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its fuel. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | WES31-2266 |
|---|---|
| Heating | |
| Fuel | Electric |
| Power | 1,500 W |
| Safety and build | |
| Style | Standing |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes |
| Ingress rating | IPX4 |
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