Heat Storm HS-1500-PHX
Score: 82/100
Dreo Space Heater Silver
Score: 84/100Rankings
The Dreo Solaris Max is a 1500 W tower heater that heats rooms up to 270 sq ft quickly and operates at near-silent levels. Its fan is modest and it lacks smart connectivity. Ideal for bedrooms or home offices where quiet, precise heat is prized.
The Heat Storm HS-1500-PHX-WIFI is a wall-mounted 1500 W infrared heater offering Wi-Fi app control and robust safety features. Its short power cord and lack of portability limit placement flexibility. Ideal for small, well-insulated rooms where smart-home integration and space-saving design are priorities.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 1,500 Wbest | |
5,200 BTU/hbest | 5,118 BTU/h | |
— | 270 sq ftbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.08 kg | 3.3 kgbest |
— | 70 °best | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Noise Level (dB) | 42-47 dB | 25-32 dB |
Controls(1) | ||
Thermostat Range (°C) | 4.4-37.2°C °C | 5-35 °C |
Power & Performance(3) | ||
Power Output (W) | 750-1500 W | 1500 W |
BTU Output (BTU/h) | 5200 BTU/h | 5118 BTU/h |
Heating Area (sq ft) | 150-1000 sq ft | 270 sq ft |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 4.08 kg | 3.30 kg |
Dimensions (H × W × D) (cm) | 40.6 x 48.3 x 10.2 cm cm | 60.96 x 19.81 x 19.81 cm |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | ETL Listed | ETL |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the Heat Storm HS-1500-PHX-WIFI for its compact wall-mount form factor, efficient HMS infrared heating, and robust safety features such as tip-over shutoff and a cool-touch grill. The built-in Wi-Fi and quiet operation are highlighted as strong differentiators, making it a top choice for small-room heating in smart-home environments.
Everyday users praise the heater's easy Wi-Fi setup, quiet operation, and safety features, especially for homes with children or pets. Common praise centers on space-saving wall mounting and effective zone heating, while recurring concerns focus on the short power cord, potential circuit overload, and variability in supplemental coverage claims.
“love this heater”
Professional reviewers commend the Solaris Max for its rapid 11.5 ft/s airflow, record-low 25 dB noise, and extended impeller that doubles coverage to 270 sq ft. They highlight the intuitive remote, precise thermostat, and robust safety suite, while noting the fan could be more powerful and the lack of smart connectivity as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users love the heater's quick and quiet performance, modern look, and easy operation with the remote. Common praise centers on fast heating, near-silent operation, and safety features, while occasional complaints focus on fan strength and the absence of Wi-Fi control.
