Is the Vornado VHEAT worth it?

If you want a stylish, portable heater for a small or mid-size room and don't mind fan noise, it's a solid pick. At $123.34 at Home Depot as of November 8, 2026, it sits well below its typical list price.

How much space will it heat?

It puts out 5,118 BTU at up to 1,500W, enough for a bedroom, office or small living room. It is not a substitute for central heat in a large open space.

Does it have a thermostat and auto shut-off?

Yes. It has an adjustable thermostat so it cycles on and off, plus automatic shut-off for safety.

It uses a forced-air fan, so you hear it, especially on high. Most owners find it acceptable for daytime use but noticeable at night.

The heater itself with its built-in cord and plug. It is a plug-in unit, so no installation or extra parts are needed.

Space heaters usually dip in price outside winter. Track its price history and buy when it falls below the current $123.34 at Home Depot.

Where is the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater cheapest?

At Home Depot, for $123.34, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater?

Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 142 ratings.

Where can I buy the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater?

5 stores we checked sell it, including Wayfair, Home Depot, Lowe's, The Vermont Country Store, Vornado.

Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater

Best price now

$123.34at Home DepotObserved at 3:33 AM

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater

Best price now

$123.34at Home DepotObserved at 3:33 AM

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater

The Vornado VHEAT is a portable electric space heater styled like a mid-century Vornado fan, in the brand's signature green. It uses a ceramic element and forced-air fan to push 5,118 BTU (up to 1,500W) around a room, with an adjustable thermostat and automatic shut-off. Its best new price is $123.34 at Home Depot as of November 8, 2026, and five stores carry it new.

Best forSmall to mid-size roomsBuyers who want retro looksDesk and bedroom useSupplemental heat in a cool room

Pros

Ceramic element plus fan moves heat across the room, not just at your feet
Adjustable thermostat lets it cycle on and off instead of running flat out
Automatic shut-off adds a safety layer for unattended use
Distinctive vintage Vornado Green finish
Portable and easy to move between rooms

Cons

Fan-driven heat is audible, which some owners find noticeable in a bedroom
1,500W draws a lot of power on high and can trip a shared circuit
Heat output is best in smaller spaces, not whole-house replacement
No remote or smart controls

Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater prices at every store

WayfairNew
In stock
$123.34Observed at 3:33 AM
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Home DepotNew
In stock
$123.34Observed at 3:33 AM
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The Vermont Country StoreNew
In stock
$159.95Observed at 3:33 AM
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VornadoNew
In stock
$169.99Observed at 3:33 AM
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Lowe'sNew
Availability unknown
$125.27Observed at 3:33 AM
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Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater price history

Lowest price we've seen: $123.34 on Nov 8 at Wayfair. Tracked across 5 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

4.1 / 5142 ratings

Owners rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 142 ratings. Most like the retro look and the strong, room-circulating warmth; the main complaints are fan noise and limited reach in larger rooms.

What people mention

NoiseMixedOwners say the fan is audible on high, fine for a living room but noticeable in a bedroom.
Heat outputPraisedReviewers say it warms a small to mid-size room quickly and circulates air rather than blasting one spot.
Build and looksPraisedThe vintage green metal look is a common reason buyers pick it over plain box heaters.
Room sizeCriticisedSome owners find it cannot keep up in large or open-plan spaces.
Power drawMixedAt 1,500W it pulls a full circuit on high, which some users note when sharing an outlet.

Specifications

With Automatic Shut-Off: Yes
Heating Method: Ceramic
With Thermostat: Yes
Forced Air: Yes
Heat Source: Electric
Finish: Vornado Green
Portable: Yes
Heating Capacity

Questions and answers

Is the Vornado VHEAT worth it?: If you want a stylish, portable heater for a small or mid-size room and don't mind fan noise, it's a solid pick. At $123.34 at Home Depot as of November 8, 2026, it sits well below its typical list price.
How much space will it heat?: It puts out 5,118 BTU at up to 1,500W, enough for a bedroom, office or small living room. It is not a substitute for central heat in a large open space.
Does it have a thermostat and auto shut-off?: Yes. It has an adjustable thermostat so it cycles on and off, plus automatic shut-off for safety.
How noisy is it?: It uses a forced-air fan, so you hear it, especially on high. Most owners find it acceptable for daytime use but noticeable at night.
What's in the box?: The heater itself with its built-in cord and plug. It is a plug-in unit, so no installation or extra parts are needed.
When is it cheapest?: Space heaters usually dip in price outside winter. Track its price history and buy when it falls below the current $123.34 at Home Depot.
Where is the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater cheapest?: At Home Depot, for $123.34, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater?: Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 142 ratings.
Where can I buy the Vornado VHEAT Whole Room Vintage Heater?: 5 stores we checked sell it, including Wayfair, Home Depot, Lowe's, The Vermont Country Store, Vornado.

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5,118 BTU

Max Output

1,500W