10 best tent heaters

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

In addition to the three hot summer months, staying in a tent at night requires additional heating. For winter fishing lovers, the issue of heating the tent is even more important. What kind of heater is suitable for such purposes, our experts figured out. In this case, special requirements are imposed on the equipment, since it must be autonomous, efficient and sufficiently compact. The material will help you better understand the features of the heaters and narrow the search for your needs.

Rating of the best tent heaters

When compiling a list of the best heaters that can be used in tents, we considered the following characteristics:

1. weight of equipment;
2. dimensions;
3. estimated heated area;
4. security level;
5. ease of use.

All this is important when you need to heat temporary shelter on a hike. We also focused on customer reviews to understand how the devices behave in practice, what are their strengths and weaknesses. Here are the TOP 10 tent heaters you should pay attention to.

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Review of the best tent heaters	1	Mr. Heater MH4B	RUB 6,065
	2	KOVEA Cupid Heater (KH-1203)	RUB 6,200
	3	Clever girl GGZB-3.2 kW	RUB 2,840
	4	Timberk TGH 4200 X0	RUB 3,365
	5	Elekon Power TT-30PS	RUB 4,020
	6	Ballu BIGH-4	RUB 2,449
	7	Pathfinder Hearth	2 160 rubles.
	8	Tramp TRG-037	RUB 2,500
	9	Solyrogaz GII-2.9	RUB 968
	10	KOVEA Handy Sun (KGH-1609)	RUB 2,460

Mr. Heater MH4B

Rating: 4.9

In the first place is the heater from the American brand Mr.Heater. The model belongs to the Little Buddy category and is convenient for transportation on foot to the resting place. The device weighs 2.6 kg. The body consists of two parts, where the lower one is put on the cylinder and acts as a base, and the upper one has a burner. The flame is ignited by a button with a piezoelectric element. Heating capacity of the tent is 1.2 kW. The device runs on propane, and the flame heats the ceramic plate, which creates infrared rays. There is a D-shaped handle at the back, so you can reposition the heater at any time, despite the hot case. If the device is accidentally knocked down with a foot, the flame will automatically go out. The device also provides for CO₂ level control.

The main advantage of this heater is stable operation at -40 degrees of frost, which is confirmed by users in reviews. It is built to withstand extreme conditions and withstand the harsh northern climate. Its reliability guarantees that in cold weather you will not be left in the tent without heating.

Advantages

• ignition of the flame with a button;
• stable base;
• high-quality assembly;
• convenient to carry hot by the handle;
• reliable work.

disadvantages

• high price;
• you cannot heat water or cook food on it;
• not everywhere you can find the right bottle on sale.

KOVEA Cupid Heater (KH-1203)

Rating: 4.8

In second place are goods from KOVEA with dimensions of 170x230x240 mm and a weight of 1.4 kg. It is an infrared heater equipped with a hinged leg that allows you to adjust the tilt of the front panel. The hot ceramic board is protected by a stainless grill for increased operational safety. The heater is powered by compact cylinders inserted from the side into a special hole. For an hour of activity, the device burns only 70 g of gas, while releasing heat with a power of 1 kW. On the side, there is a flow regulator and a heater start system, implemented in a single swivel wheel. Owners in reviews praise the product for the presence of a safety valve.

Experts considered this model the best for heating a tent in winter, since a cylinder heating plate is provided inside the body. At a frost of -10 … -20 degrees, propane is strongly liquefied and the burners of other heaters may work unstably. Here, the fuel receives preliminary heat, which accelerates the transition from a liquid to a gaseous state and increases the reliability of combustion.

Advantages

• tilt angle adjustment;
• there is a handle for carrying;
• weighs only 1.4 kg;
• economical gas consumption 70 g / h.

disadvantages

• high price;
• the balloon is half sticking out of the body;
• the handle has no insulation and heats up during operation.

Clever girl GGZB-3.2 kW

Rating: 4.7

The third place of honor belongs to the heater from the “Clever” brand, which has dimensions of 160x160x100 mm and weighs 1.3 kg. The device is a flat ceramic panel that emits infrared rays. A piezo ignition system with two electrodes is implemented on the side. The power control is located on the opposite side of the case. The front panel has a stainless steel protective grill. The heater consumes 200 g of gas per hour. The cylinder is installed separately and can be connected via a hose. In the event of a wind blowing into the tent, leading to extinguishing the flame, the safety system will interrupt the gas supply. In the reviews, buyers share that the burner operates silently, so you can sleep in the tent.

The main advantage of this heater, for which the experts recognized it as the best, is the ratio of dimensions 16x16x10 cm and heat dissipation power of 3.2 kW. This is enough to heat a tent with an area of ​​25 m². With such a compact burner, you can go camping in a large company with a tent for 6-8 people.

Advantages

• flame control;
• monitoring of СО₂ level;
• weight 1.3 kg;
• piezo ignition of fire.

disadvantages

• sold without a bottle;
• there is no stable foundation;
• there is no handle for moving when hot.

Timberk TGH 4200 X0

Rating: 4.7

This heater is designed with dimensions 155x405x335 mm and weighs 2.2 kg. The ceramic burner is housed in a rectangular body and covered with a steel grate. The device is installed on a tubular frame with a folding leg. At the rear, there is a gas supply adjustment screw and a hose connection point with an already integrated reducer. The heater works on propane-butane and burns up to 250 g per hour. There is a gas control from the security systems. In the reviews, the product is praised for its stable location on the stand, but they complain about the lack of piezo ignition, so you have to use matches. The frame has a protruding arc that you can grasp to move the heater to another part of the tent. If necessary, you can buy a long hose and connect the heater directly to the cylinder in the car (if the car has LPG equipment).

This is another best model for heating large tents. Its power of 4.5 kW is enough to heat an area of ​​up to 45 m². This allows the burner to be used not only for tourist tents, but also in the case of organizing a covered field kitchen, a temporary headquarters for rescue operations, etc.

Advantages

• sold with a gearbox;
• reliable adjustment;
• there is a gas hose included;
• stays firmly on the stand.

disadvantages

• manual ignition with matches;
• in winter, during frosts, it begins to puff and “snort”.

Elekon Power TT-30PS

Rating: 4.6

And here is a heater for heating tents, which is designed to work with 5 liter cylinders. The manufacturer has provided for it a bracket that is attached to the protective shell of the propane cylinder fitting. Thus, the device does not need legs and moves with the gas reservoir. The heater weighs 3 kg. The power can be adjusted from 4.4 to 8.8. kW, which affects the gas consumption of 220-440 g / h. The set includes a reducer and a hose. The flame is ignited by pressing a button. Ceramic panels are protected with steel rings. Of the safety functions, only gas control is provided.

A special feature of the product is the presence of two gas burners that can be turned 180º apart, which is very practical for two-room tents with a spacious “living room”. In other models, it will turn out to heat only one room, since the infrared rays have a directional effect. Here, the nozzles can be deployed and directed to each room so that it is equally warm everywhere.

Advantages

• attaches directly to the cylinder;
• piezo ignition is provided;
• there is gas control;
• the reducer is already integrated.

disadvantages

• the cylinder must be purchased separately;
• no handle for shifting;
• large dimensions 460x155x328 mm.

Ballu BIGH-4

Rating: 4.5

The Bigh-4 tent model from “Ballu” has dimensions of 338x278x372 mm and emits a thermal power of 4.5 kW. This is enough for an area of ​​40-45 m². The apparatus is powered by propane. The connection to the cylinder is carried out through the supplied hose. The thread diameter of the nipple is 8 mm, therefore an adapter to a standard 50 L tank is required. For an hour of operation, the burner burns 327 g. Another manufacturer provides a “frog” gearbox assembled in Italy. The model weighs 2.3 kg. Judging by the reviews, the heater “fries” well, and it will not be cold in the 40 m² tent in winter.

In our opinion, the product is the best in terms of ease of transportation and quick assembly. His body is attached to a tubular frame with two “lambs”. The stand is assembled from two parts into one with another screw. When organizing a halt, installing a heater in a tent takes exactly 5 minutes. Subsequent furnishing work can be performed while still warm.

Advantages

• easy installation of the cylinder;
• heats well;
• reducer and hose from Italy;
• there is a safety valve.

disadvantages

• destruction gradually begins at the place of ceramics to metal attachment;
• vibrates slightly during operation.

Pathfinder Hearth

Rating: 4.5

The “Pathfinder” firm produces a compact heater 27×27 cm in which the cylinder is located inside. There are no hoses outside, which increases the safety of use in the tent. The robust metal case protects internal components from damage. The heater is installed on plastic legs that do not slip on a flat surface. A handle is provided on top for which it is convenient to carry the device. The burner power is 1.5 kW, which is enough to heat a tent with an area of ​​15 m². The ignition of the flame is electric here, and the model weighs only 1.8 kg.

We found the product to be the best because the heater can be placed on the back wall, propped up by the rotary handle. This allows you to take the ceramic burner in a strictly horizontal position in order to put a kettle on it or heat food in a frying pan. This design expands the possibilities of using the heater, turning it into a stove, which is much needed on a trip.

Advantages

• legs do not slide on the surface;
• comfortable handle;
• economical fuel consumption 110 g / h;
• the balloon is laid inside.

disadvantages

• at the minimum setting, the feed starts to go out;
• in cold weather, the cylinder inside freezes, which impairs the return of fuel.

Tramp TRG-037

Rating: 4.4

And here is another model for heating tents that you can cook food on. The body of the device consists of two parts, where the upper section is rotatable. It can be easily positioned vertically to direct the infrared rays at the user, or placed horizontally to place dishes on top. In the lower base there is a container with fuel. The apparatus burns 100 g per hour. The dimensions of the case are 29x23x25 mm. The model weighs 2.2 kg. Thanks to the presence of a handle, it will not be difficult to transfer it from place to place in the tent. The burner power reaches 1.3 kW, which is enough for a tent with an area of ​​10 m².

A special feature of the heater is a safety ring that prevents unauthorized start-up. To turn on the burner, pull the ring and only then turn the switch to the position of the spark from the piezoelectric element. After a fire, the fuse is released, and the fire does not go out. The device will not start without pulling the ring off, and this increases the safety of transportation and protects against the interference of children if they are taken to rest in tents.

Advantages

• you can cook food;
• start by piezo ignition;
• changing the angle of inclination;
• comfortable carrying handle.

disadvantages

• works only with small collet cylinders;
• there is a slight smell of propane during operation.

Solyrogaz GII-2.9

Rating: 4.3

In the penultimate place is a tent heater from the “Solyrogaz” brand. This is a compact model with dimensions of 23x26x10 cm and weighing 1.8 kg. The rectangular frame contains a ceramic block inside that is equipped with honeycomb. Through them, the flame is divided into small fragments, turning into infrared heat. A folding stand is provided at the back of the case. The owners like the reviews that the heater can be used both horizontally and vertically. The heater power is 2.9 kW. The manufacturer recommends using it for tents with an area of ​​15-25 m². The device can be operated with any type of cylinders, since only a branch pipe with a “brush” for connecting hoses comes out of the body.

We recognized this model for heating a tent as the best due to its simplicity of execution. There is only a ceramic panel and a branch pipe for connecting a gas hose. There is literally nothing to break in the design, so the heater is reliable and unpretentious.

Advantages

• protection of the front panel with a steel grill;
• compact dimensions;
• simple and reliable design;
• folding support stand.

disadvantages

• there is no way to adjust the power;
• you need to set fire to matches.

KOVEA Handy Sun (KGH-1609)

Rating: 4.2

A compact tent heater from KOVEA rounds off the review. The model is designed to be put directly on the balloon, which serves as a stable base. The IR block itself has a cylindrical shape, and a round concave reflector contributes to the spread of heat not only to the front, but also to the sides. The dimensions of the heater are 15x15x19 cm. Despite its small size, it accommodates a flame force regulator and piezo ignition. The power of the device is 0.9 kW. In the reviews, the owners like that the metal grill with the ceramic element cools down quickly, so you can turn off the heater, wait 10 minutes, put it in your bag and hit the road.

The experts considered the product the best because of the lowest weight of 400 g and economical fuel consumption of 60 g / h. In this case, the burner is enough to heat a tent with an area of ​​up to 8 m². It is the best option for single travelers to warm up the air in temporary accommodation, even in Scandinavian conditions. It is also a great way to heat your tent during winter fishing.

Advantages

• stands steadily;
• cools quickly to put in a bag;
• heats up the tent in 5-10 minutes;
• compact design.

disadvantages

• cannot be used for cooking;
• wear in working order only for the cylinder itself.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.