11 Best Electric Patio Heaters to Stay Toasty This Fall

This stainless steel patio heater warms up fast and keeps a steady heat going, so you don’t have to worry about the chill creeping back in. It’s easy to roll around thanks to built-in wheels, and the included cover makes storing it simple. Plus, safety features like tip-over protection mean you can relax while you stay cozy outside.

This tabletop patio heater is the perfect size for dinner outdoors, giving off steady 360° warmth to keep everyone comfortable. It’s built with durable aluminum and stainless steel, can handle rain or snow without a problem, and even shuts off automatically if it gets tipped over. At just 26 inches tall, it’s compact enough to fit on a dining or side table, but powerful enough to keep the chill away all evening.

According to one happy reviewer, this heater is “easy to assemble, with simple instructions. Sleek looking and functional. I immediately set up on our balcony terrace and enjoyed radiating warm, dry heat. Bonus—it also gives off light so you can read outside at night.”

This patio heater doesn’t just keep you warm—it brings a bold pop of color to your outdoor space. With 46,000 BTUs, it gives off serious heat on chilly nights, while the powder-coated finish and sleek design make it a stylish choice for any backyard setup. It also has built-in wheels so you can roll it wherever you want, and a tip-over shutoff for added peace of mind.

One enthusiastic reviewer wrote, “Love it! Could not believe the amount of heat that comes from this. It was easy to put together too! We are going to use it under our 12×16 steel gazebo for cooler nights and to extend our season. This is going to be a great addition, and the bonus is it’s absolutely beautiful.”

This hanging heat lamp is weatherproof, so you can keep it in place year-round, rain or shine. It comes with its own chain and hook, and the powder-coated red finish adds unmistakable charm to any outdoor design.

One satisfied customer shared, “This heater is lightweight and easy to handle putting it up. Puts out the heat we need on chilly days or nights. I would definitely recommend this heater to anyone.”

This tripod-style patio heater is packed with useful features, including a remote control, auto-shutoff timer, and directional infrared heating. “Plus, it’s compact enough that you can store it effortlessly when you’re not using it,” comments one Home Depot customer.

A glowing review said, “This is a great heating option for those chilly evenings when you want to be outdoors or if you’re having issues with your furnace. I love the safety measures it has to prevent fires. Love that it has a remote to control intensity so you don’t have to get up to manually increase or decrease temp.”

Slim, sleek, and lightweight, this Westinghouse Infrared Electric Outdoor Heater is easy to move around as needed, whether that’s the porch, the patio, or anywhere within six feet of an electrical outlet (unless you have an extension cord). You and your guests will feel the warmth as long as you’re within eight feet of the heater.

One happy customer wrote, “Works well on our screen porch during cool spring days to enable 2 people to eat outdoors comfortably. We also found it to be useful indoors as a temporary small area heat source on cold days when the HVAC was slow to catch up. We like that it has 2 temperature settings…Nearby it’s nice and toasty warm. It’s like sitting on the beach in the hot sun.”

This versatile, weatherproof heater offers three power settings and can hang on either the wall or the ceiling. It’s garnered more than 3,200 five-star ratings on Amazon, including rave reviews from all types of customers, like football fans who want to watch outside late into the season and restaurateurs making the most out of their outdoor spaces.

One 5-star reviewer shared, “The carbon infrared technology is fantastic. It heats up quickly and maintains a consistent temperature. Plus, it’s energy-efficient, so I don’t have to worry about sky-high electricity bills…If you’re looking to extend your outdoor season, I can’t recommend them enough. With two in my arsenal, my outdoor spaces have never been warmer or more inviting!”

If safety is a top concern for you and your family, this electric patio heater can help put your mind at ease. In addition to user-friendly features like near-instant heat output and a remote control, it includes extra safeguards to keep it from tipping over or overheating.

One enthusiastic reviewer wrote, “My husband loves to sit outside on the deck but is not a fan of cold weather. He puts this heater out on the deck, and it warms up quickly. It’s great when he is cooking on the grill in the winter months—I even roasted marshmallows from the heat! We have also used it in the garage during the winter months if we were out there working on a project. I highly recommend it.”

In addition to the quick-heating technology, silent operation, and even heat distribution, this great-looking option includes a built-in tabletop. Use the flat surface to hold your phone, a beverage, a book, or anything else you want to keep nearby while you stay toasty.

According to a five-star reviewer, “Simply amazing warm heat for a 15- to 20-foot sitting area and easy to move around with the side tipping wheels. Affordable price for a stainless steel item. I think I will be buying another one soon for that price.”

This compact electric heater gets warm in seconds and affects the surrounding area within six meters. One customer, who calls this freestanding heater a “winter patio lifesaver” shares that it “turned our unused winter patio into a cozy retreat. This heater’s quick heating and broad coverage make it the perfect solution for extending outdoor living.”

A happy reviewer shared, “This patio heater really reshaped my view of what a patio heater can look like. Most patio heaters are bulky and look like a tall grill. This patio looks absolutely amazing and designed so well…My wife and I love how it looks like a lamp and doesn’t take over a space but rather helps pull the setting together making it homier and warmer, literally and figuratively.”

With a lampshade-like design, this stylish electric heater doubles as decor, making any outdoor space look and feel homey. But while this find looks pretty enough to use inside, it’s one of the few heaters on our list that’s for outdoor use only.

One satisfied customer wrote, “This is really a nice little outdoor heater for small to medium sized spaces. It creates way more heat than you would think it would be able to being limited to 1500 W… As these things go, it’s pretty discreet in terms of looks and can be placed flexibly depending on the needs of your space.”