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The 10 Best Patio Heaters as of June 2026

Updated June 18, 2026 ยท Reviewed by the Pickarank team ยท Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best patio heaters you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money โ€” with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Veito CH1800 XE Infrared

8.6Best premium electric
Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ $200
Best value

Devola Electric Patio Heater

8.3Best value electric
Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ $90
Also great

Kettler Kalos Plus

8.5Best premium gas
Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ $350

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often โ€” tap through for today's price on Amazon.

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How we ranked these patio heaters

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) โ€” how well each patio heater does its core job.
  • Value (25%) โ€” quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) โ€” materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) โ€” meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#Patio HeatersScoreBest forTypeApprox. PriceAmazon links
1Veito CH1800 XE Infrared8.6Best premium electricCarbon infrared$200View Price
2Kettler Kalos Plus8.5Best premium gasGas (lantern style)$350View Price
3Firefly Electric Patio Heater8.4Best electric overallElectric infrared$120View Price
4Outsunny Gas Patio Heater8.4Best gas freestandingGas (bottled)$140View Price
5Wall-Mounted Infrared Heater8.3Best space-savingElectric infrared (wall)$80View Price
6Outsunny Pyramid Gas Heater8.3Best statementGas (pyramid flame)$200View Price
7Devola Electric Patio Heater8.3Best value electricElectric infrared$90View Price
8La Hacienda Tabletop Heater8.2Best tabletop gasGas (tabletop)$90View Price
9Tabletop Electric Heater8.1Best small electricElectric infrared (table)$45View Price
10Mensa Halogen Patio Heater8.0Best budget electricHalogen$50View Price

The full ranking

1
Best premium electric

Veito CH1800 XE Infrared

8.6Our number one pick.

Veito's carbon-fiber infrared heater delivers efficient, glare-free directional warmth that heats quickly and quietly, a premium electric choice. It is pricey, but the efficiency and quality are excellent.

Heat: 8.8Efficiency: 9.0Build: 8.8Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Efficient carbon heat
  • Quick and quiet
  • Low glare
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Mains-powered
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $200
2
Best premium gas

Kettler Kalos Plus

8.5A superb runner-up.

Kettler's Kalos gas heaters combine a stylish glass-tube flame with strong heat and quality build, a premium centrepiece for entertaining. They are expensive and need gas, but the looks and heat are excellent.

Heat: 9.0Efficiency: 8.0Build: 8.8Value: 8.0
Pros
  • Stylish flame tube
  • Strong heat
  • Quality build
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Gas refills
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $350
3
Best electric overall

Firefly Electric Patio Heater

8.4Rounds out our top three.

A wall- or stand-mounted electric infrared heater warms people directly with instant, smokeless heat ideal for covered patios and pergolas, with adjustable settings. It needs mains power and shelter from rain, but for clean instant warmth it is excellent.

Heat: 8.6Efficiency: 8.6Build: 8.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Instant directional heat
  • Smokeless and quiet
  • Adjustable settings
Cons
  • Needs mains power
  • For sheltered areas
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $120
4
Best gas freestanding

Outsunny Gas Patio Heater

8.4A standout in the upper half.

Outsunny's freestanding gas patio heaters throw strong umbrella-style heat over open areas where electric won't reach, with wheels to move and a bottle hidden in the base. They need gas refills, but for open-area warmth and value they are good.

Heat: 9.0Efficiency: 8.0Build: 8.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Strong open-area heat
  • Works without mains
  • Wheeled base
Cons
  • Needs gas bottle
  • Less efficient
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $140
5
Best space-saving

Wall-Mounted Infrared Heater

8.3A well-rounded mid-table pick.

A wall-mounted infrared heater fixes out of the way to warm a seating area or pergola with a remote and adjustable power, saving floor space. It needs wiring and shelter, but for space-saving warmth it is good value.

Heat: 8.4Efficiency: 8.6Build: 8.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Saves floor space
  • Remote control
  • Instant heat
Cons
  • Needs wiring
  • Sheltered use
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $80
6
Best statement

Outsunny Pyramid Gas Heater

8.3Great value in the middle of the pack.

A pyramid gas heater shows a tall dancing flame in a glass tube while throwing wide heat, a striking centrepiece for larger patios. It uses lots of gas and is tall, but the look and heat are good.

Heat: 8.8Efficiency: 7.8Build: 8.4Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Striking flame tube
  • Wide heat
  • Statement piece
Cons
  • High gas use
  • Tall and heavy
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $200
7
Best value electric

Devola Electric Patio Heater

8.3A dependable pick if the price is right.

Devola's electric patio heaters offer efficient infrared warmth with remote control and weather-resistant rating at a sensible price, good value for covered areas. It needs mains, but for value electric it is good.

Heat: 8.4Efficiency: 8.6Build: 8.4Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Efficient infrared
  • Remote and weather-rated
  • Good value
Cons
  • Mains-powered
  • Directional only
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $90
8
Best tabletop gas

La Hacienda Tabletop Heater

8.2Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

La Hacienda's tabletop gas heaters put a compact flame and warmth on the table for small groups, using a small gas canister. They cover a small area, but for table warmth and value they are good.

Heat: 8.2Efficiency: 8.0Build: 8.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Compact table heat
  • Pretty flame
  • Portable
Cons
  • Small coverage
  • Canister cost
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $90
9
Best small electric

Tabletop Electric Heater

8.1A budget-friendly option worth a look.

A compact tabletop electric infrared heater warms a small seating area cleanly from the table with adjustable heat, handy where gas isn't wanted. Coverage is small, but for clean table warmth and value it is good.

Heat: 8.0Efficiency: 8.4Build: 8.0Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Clean table warmth
  • No gas needed
  • Adjustable
Cons
  • Small coverage
  • Mains needed
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $45
10
Best budget electric

Mensa Halogen Patio Heater

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

A budget halogen patio heater gives quick, glowing personal warmth on a stand at a low price, fine for occasional use near seating. Halogen is less efficient and glares, but for value it works.

Heat: 8.2Efficiency: 7.8Build: 8.0Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Cheap
  • Instant glow heat
  • Lightweight
Cons
  • Glare
  • Less efficient
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ $50

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the patio heaters in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Veito CH1800 XE Infrared, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Kettler Kalos Plus and Firefly Electric Patio Heater are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best patio heaters without overthinking it, the Veito CH1800 XE Infrared is our top recommendation โ€” it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ $200

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