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Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater F232050

Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater F232050

4.4· 5,000 ratings

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$89.99at Rogers Sporting Goods, last seen Nov 1

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Our take on the Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater F232050

The Mr. Heater Portable Buddy is a propane radiant heater rated at 4,000 and 9,000 BTU, built for garages, workshops, tents and job sites. It runs on a 1 lb propane cylinder or a hose to a larger tank, and its low-oxygen shut-off and tip-over switch are the safety features that made it a standard in the category. It is indoor-safe only in the manufacturer's stated vented or well-ventilated settings, so read the manual before using it in a tent or cabin. It is a long-running model with steady demand, so prices move around the heating season rather than dropping much off it.

Best forGarage and workshop heatingIce fishing shelters and job sitesCampers who need off-grid heatEmergency backup heat during outages
Pros
  • Two heat settings, 4,000 and 9,000 BTU
  • Runs up to about 6 hours on one 1 lb cylinder at low
  • Low-oxygen shut-off and tip-over safety switch
  • Compact, folding handle, easy to carry
  • Can run from a 20 lb tank with an optional hose and filter
Cons
  • 1 lb cylinders get expensive if you use it often
  • Propane combustion adds moisture and needs ventilation
  • No fan, so heat is mostly radiant and directional
  • Surface gets very hot; keep kids and pets back

Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater F232050 prices at every store

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Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater F232050 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $89.99 on Nov 1 at Rogers Sporting Goods. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 1.

What reviewers say

Owners rate it highly for quick, reliable heat in cold garages and shelters. Complaints center on propane cost and the ventilation rules rather than on reliability.

Pros
  • Heats a two-car garage quickly
  • Starts easily in cold weather
  • Safety shut-off gives peace of mind
  • Holds up over multiple seasons
Cons
  • Burns through 1 lb cylinders fast on high
  • Needs a window cracked or a vented space
  • Case and hose sold separately

Specifications

With Automatic Shut-Off
Yes
Fuel Type
Propane
Heat Source
Combustion
Finish
Red
Portable
Yes
Heating Capacity
9,000 BTU

Questions and answers

Is the Portable Buddy safe to use indoors?
Mr. Heater rates it for indoor use in well-ventilated spaces, not sealed rooms. Keep a window or door cracked and never use it in a tent or vehicle without following the manual's ventilation rules.
How long does a 1 lb propane cylinder last?
About 6 hours on the 4,000 BTU low setting and roughly 3 hours on 9,000 BTU high. A 20 lb tank with the optional hose and filter lasts far longer and costs less per hour.
Does it work in a tent or ice fishing shelter?
Many owners use it in ice shelters and large tents with ventilation, but it is a combustion heater that produces carbon monoxide. Follow the manual and never run it in a closed, unvented space.
What do I need to run it from a 20 lb tank?
A Mr. Heater propane hose with a regulator and an in-line filter, sold separately. The filter protects the heater's orifice from oil in the tank.
When is it cheapest?
Prices tend to be lowest in late spring and summer, outside the heating season. During cold snaps and holidays demand pushes prices up.
What do buyers say about the Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater F232050?
Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 5,000 ratings.

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