Working in the garage during winter can be miserable, especially if you’re trying to get through a brake job or finish something at the workbench when it’s freezing outside. Heating the entire garage isn’t always practical, either. Sometimes you just want a little warm air blowing toward your workspace so your hands aren’t freezing while you’re trying to turn a wrench. A portable electric heater can help take the edge off, and they’re easy enough to bring inside when you’re finished.
Thanks to this flash deal we found at Walmart, the Patbrela 1500W Portable Space Heater is on sale for $53, more than 40% off its normal price. That’s a solid discount on a ceramic heater with several features you don’t always find on cheaper models. It has two heating outputs, 900W and 1,500W, along with an eco mode that switches between them to help maintain your selected temperature. You can set it anywhere from 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit, and the 60-degree oscillation helps spread warm air around instead of blowing it in one direction. There’s also a remote control, digital display, and adjustable timer.
Pros
- Adjustable temperature settings from 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit
- 60-degree oscillation helps distribute warm air
- Built-in humidifier adds versatility for indoor use
- Remote control and digital display
Cons
- Won’t effectively heat a large, poorly insulated garage
- Not suitable for areas with gasoline vapors, solvents, or other flammable fumes
- Small humidifier tank may require frequent refilling
One interesting addition is the built-in humidifier, which uses a small 150-milliliter water tank to add some moisture to the air. That could be nice in a bedroom or home office when the heat has been running all day and everything feels dry. It also includes a fan-only setting, ambient lighting, and a sleep mode that turns off the display. The heater is ETL-listed and has tip-over protection, overheating protection, and a child lock.
A 1,500W heater can make a small workspace more comfortable, but it’s not going to heat a large, uninsulated two-car garage in the middle of winter. For $53, it makes more sense as a source of supplemental warmth than a replacement for a full-scale garage heating system.
“Very efficient,” said a happy user. “It’s a nice size and the heat is amazing!”
Another buyer said, “This heater truly keeps me warm and is incredibly useful in cold weather.”
Deals We’re Loving
- Atupen 1500W Portable Space Heater, $36 (was $68) at Walmart
- Dreo 1500W Portable Space Heater, $45 (was $67) at Walmart
- Alrocket 1500W Portable Space Heater, $60 (was $130) at Walmart
With temperatures dropping across the country, now’s the perfect time to head over to Walmart’s site and pick up the Patbrela 1500W Portable Space Heater for only $53 while it’s still on sale for 44% off.
About the author
Andrew Koopman
Commerce Writer, Autoblog