Best patio heater overall: Powerful, sturdy and reliable
Heat source: Propane | Heat output: 46,000 BTU | Heating range: 225 square feet | Size: 89 x 33 x 18 inches | Weight: 43 pounds
Our pick for best patio heater overall is the Fire Sense Commercial Patio Heater. A sturdy freestanding outdoor heater powered by a standard 20-pound propane tank, its 46,000 BTU of heat will heat up to 225 square feet of patio, according to Fire Sense.
Constructed from commercial-grade steel, the Fire Sense Commercial Patio Heater is available in an extensive range of different finishes to complement your patio décor, including Aqua Blue, Matte Black and Hammered Mocha/Bronze.
Its Piezo electric ignition system makes lighting the patio heater as simple as pushing a button, but a particular selling point is the 'Pilotless' Burner System, which is more reliable in windy conditions and also reduces fuel wastage.
