Black+Decker BHD101B
Score: 65/100
Lasko MyHeat Mini
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Lasko MyHeat Mini is a compact, energy-efficient personal heater delivering 400W of warmth for small spaces like desks or dorms. Its primary limitation is the lack of advanced features like thermostats or remotes, making it a basic spot heater. It is best suited for users needing portable, quiet warmth in very small areas.
The BLACK+DECKER BHD101B is a compact 1500W ceramic desktop heater designed for personal spot heating in small spaces up to 170 sq ft. Its main drawbacks are inconsistent heating performance and potential safety concerns with exposed coils. It is best suited for individuals needing lightweight, portable warmth for desks or dorms.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,500 wattsbest | 400 watts | |
170 sq ftbest | 100 sq ft | |
4 countbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 lbs | 1.1 lbsbest |
6.5 ftbest | 6 ft | |
120 voltsbest | 120 voltsbest | |
1 years | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Power Output (watts) | 1500 watts | 400 watts |
Design & Portability(2) | ||
Product Weight (lbs) | 2.0 lbs | 1.1 lbs |
Cord Length (ft) | 6.5 ft | 6 ft |
Performance(1) | ||
Recommended Room Size (sq ft) | 170 sq ft | 100 sq ft |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend portability and safety features but criticize modest heating output and potential safety concerns with exposed coils.
Everyday users generally like the quick warm-up and quiet fan mode, but complain about insufficient heat for larger areas and fan weakness on high.
Limited expert review coverage highlights effectiveness for small greenhouses, cold offices, and portable vehicle heating.
Everyday users consistently praise the heater's compact size, lightweight portability, and rapid ceramic heat-up time.
“not very powerful”
“barely warm”
“praising it for small greenhouses, cold offices, and portable heating in vehicles”
