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11,000 BTU Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX Portable Propane Space Heater $93.50 + Free Shipping
$93.50
Spreetail [ebay.com] via eBay has 11,000 BTU Mr. Heater Buddy FLEX Portable Propane Space Heater for $93.50. Shipping is free.
Features:
Features:
- Wind barrier and pilot shield, protecting its ignition flame
- Omni-directional mesh burner provides high-intensity radiant heat in a full 180-degree spread to warm the entire area
- Quick-connect accessory rail system allows you to attach and control gas accessories from your heater
- Safety features include low oxygen safety system, tip-switch, and thermal shutdown systems to stop accidents and keep you and your family safe
- Integrated storage compartment can hold your gloves, documents, power cords, and accessories
- Heating area: 275 square feet
- Tank capacity: 1 pound
- Run time at Maximum BTU: 2 hours
- Run time at Minimum BTU: 3.50 hours
- Maximum elevation: 9,000 feet
- Color: Red
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 15.25 x 10.37 x 16.50 inches
- Weight: 13.75 pounds
- Manufacturer warranty: 1-year warranty
Created 02-01-2023
at 05:02 PM
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I mean, is this a wonky product? Crappy price? Was Mr. Heater recently Me-Too'd?
I just watched some YT comparisons of this newer Flex design relative to the traditional Buddy heaters (which sell for $75 commonly).
One issue that kept coming up is that the new Flex cannot run as low as the old one, meaning it runs for fewer hours on one bottle, and may be too hot for smaller spaces. It does however have a higher maximum output which is nice if you have a larger space.
The Flex does have an upgraded ignition system, yes, it uses a battery, but it is more reliable. I'm sure people could argue that either way, but in both cases you'll want matches/lighter as a backup (since crud can get into the old Buddy's ignition system).
Larger footprint on the Flex Vs. smaller on the traditional Buddy Heater, which is also arguable either way since the Flex is harder to bump over but takes up more storage/transport space (even with the auto-off safety feature, it is still nicer around kids).
The biggest thing is: Omnidirectional heat Vs. directional heat. Which you can argue either way depending on use-case. I don't expect the classic Buddy Heater to be discontinued, this is just another option that maybe better for e.g. families in medium-large tents.
TL;DR: It costs more but justifies its new cost with some quality of life improvements for medium-large spaces and or multiple occupants. For solo, couple, or small tent camping maybe stick to the cheaper Buddy Heater.
I mean, is this a wonky product? Crappy price? Was Mr. Heater recently Me-Too'd?
They also dump a lot of moisture in the room and on really cold days that creates water condensing on my uninsulated walls and windows.
I switched to a 12v diesel automotive parking heater that exhausts directly outside rather than to the inside like the buddy heater, way better, not everyone can mount such a thing though depending on your use.
These are in the $100 range also, but they require 12v power to run where the buddy doesn't.