Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Propane Heater 9000 BTU
- 9,000 BTU radiant, two settings
- 1 lb propane bottle, or 20 lb tank with Buddy accessories
- Up to 3 hours per 1 lb bottle on high
- Oxygen depletion sensor, tip-over switch, thermal shut-down
- Indoor and outdoor use
- 7.1 pounds, 7.7 x 13.4 x 15 inches
- 1 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A portable radiant propane heater with two heat settings and a built-in safety system, for garages, patios and campsites. The larger tank needs Buddy accessories that are not listed as included.
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ASIN: B002G51BZUCategory: Propane Space Heaters
Overview
A camper, a deck host or a garage worker gets a radiant propane heater that the description compares to a personal fire pit. It connects to a small propane bottle, lights with a piezo igniter and offers two heat settings.
Portability and a compact body are the reasons to buy, along with a safety system built from an oxygen depletion sensor and a tip-over switch. The limit is fuel: it runs on small bottles for a few hours at a time unless accessories are added, and the voltage and amperage rows do not fit a propane heater.
Who it's for
Campers, lake-day visitors, deck hosts and garage workers who want a portable radiant source suit it. Households wanting a primary heat source for a large room should look at a larger heater.
Pros and cons
- Two heat settings
- Built-in safety shut-off systems
- Runs on small propane bottles
- Listed for indoor and outdoor use
- Larger tank needs accessories
- Short run time on a small bottle
- Electrical rows look mismatched
- Coverage figure has no unit
Performance notes
Radiant heat warms people and objects in front of the burner rather than the whole air, so position matters. The low and high settings trade run time against output, and a small bottle lasts up to a few hours on high per the description. The oxygen depletion sensor, thermal shut-down and tip-over switch cut the burner when conditions change.
Where it stands among propane space heaters
- #1 most-searched brand and model of the 6 propane space heaters lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 20 propane space heaters we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Mr. Heater |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 7.1 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.7"D x 13.4"W x 15"H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Heating Method | Radiant |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Max Temperature Setting | 900 °F |
| Heat Output | 9000 British thermal units |
| Heating Coverage | 225, unit not stated |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Propane |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Red |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Floor mount, pedestal |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1-year limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, outdoor |
| Ignition type | Piezo igniter |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Mr. Heater Portable Buddy listed for indoor use?
Yes, usage is listed as indoor and outdoor, with an oxygen depletion sensor, thermal shut-down and tip-over switch. The listing gives no ventilation guidance, so follow the manual.
Does the Mr. Heater Portable Buddy need electricity?
No. It runs on propane with a piezo igniter. Voltage and amperage rows appear in the specs, but no cord is described.