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Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater MH9BX 4,000-9,000 BTU Indoor-Safe Propane Radiant Heater For Campers, Workshops, Job Sites, Patios & More - Red, Black

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Color: Red


Style: Heater


Features

  • POWERFUL RADIANT HEAT: This portable gas heater provides cozy, sun-like warmth; with advanced infrared technology, it directly heats objects and people, offering adjustable settings from 4,000 to 9,000 BTUs; ideal for spaces up to 225 sq. ft.
  • IMPROVED SAFETY FEATURES: The propane buddy heater has enhanced the performance of its tip-over safety switch; youll hear it engage if the unit is shaken, bounced, or tipped, providing reliable and safe heat
  • RELIABLE IGNITION: Equipped with a durable Piezo igniter; this LP heater offers quick, safe ignition without matches or lighters; just press the button to spark the fuel and start heating immediately; no external flame or batteries required
  • SIMPLE OPERATION: The propane infrared heater has an easy start knob, fold-down handle for portability, and a swivel regulator that easily connects to a 1 lb. cylinder; or adapts to a 20 lb. tank with an optional hose and filter for flexible use
  • FUEL EFFICIENT: Enjoy 6 hours of warmth on the low 4,000 BTU setting and 3 hours on the high 9,000 BTU setting; this outdoor gas heater burns just 0.044 gal/hr at 4,000 BTU and 0.099 gal/hr at 9,000 BTU, ensuring efficient and long-lasting heat

Description

Mr. Heater Portable Buddy Heater is your go-to solution for reliable, efficient warmth in any environment. Whether camping, working in a garage, or enjoying an outdoor event, it provides powerful heat, directly warming objects and people with an adjustable output from 4,000 to 9,000 BTUs, making it perfect for spaces up to 225 sq. ft. Safety is paramount, and the LP gas heater is equipped with advanced features like an oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) and an improved tip-over safety switch. You’ll hear the safety system engage if the unit is shaken or tipped, ensuring a worry-free heating experience. The user-friendly piezo igniter provides quick ignition without the need for matches, and the swivel regulator allows for easy connection to either a 1 lb. LP cylinder or a 20 lb. tank with an optional hose and filter. Designed for portability, the propane portable heater includes a convenient fold-down handle for easy transport. Its fuel efficiency ensures you can enjoy up to 6 hours of warmth on the low setting and 3 hours on high, consuming just 0.044 gal/hr at 4,000 BTU and 0.099 gal/hr at 9,000 BTU. Perfect for tailgating, ice fishing, or any outdoor gathering, the radiant propane heater offers dependable, safe heat to keep you comfortable in any environment. Experience warmth and safety with Mr. Heater, your trusted partner for portable heating solutions.

Brand: Mr. Heater


Special Feature: Low-oxygen safety shut-off system


Color: Red


Form Factor: Tower


Indoor/Outdoor Usage: Indoor


Brand: Mr. Heater


Special Feature: Low-oxygen safety shut-off system


Color: Red


Form Factor: Tower


Indoor/Outdoor Usage: Indoor


Product Dimensions: 7.7"D x 13.4"W x 15"H


Recommended Uses For Product: Office, Garage, Outdoor, Desk, Indoor


Mounting Type: Floor Mount


Room Type: Bedroom, Home Office


Heating Coverage: 225 sq ft


Burner type: Radiant


Fuel Type: Propane


Number of Speeds: 2


Voltage: 110 Volts


Amperage: 12 Amps


UPC: 089301320000


Global Trade Identification Number: 00


Item Weight: 9 pounds


Department: Space Heaters


Manufacturer: Enerco Group Inc.


Country of Origin: China


Item model number: F232000


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Care instructions: See product manual


Assembly required: No


Number of pieces: 1


Warranty Description: 1-Year Limited Warranty


Batteries required: No


Included Components: Portable Buddy Heater, Piezo Igniter


Import: Imported


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Love my Portable Buddy!
Color: Red Style: Heater
I bought this "Portable Buddy" as an emergency replacement for the Mr. Heater "Tough Buddy" my son gave me 4 or 5 years ago -- the only non-breathing entity for which I've ever developed a deep fondness! (The man on the Mr. Heater hotline says it can be fixed, so I'm keeping it.) But I needed heat immediately! I've never been happier to see a package at the Post Office! Amazon had a better price than local stores AND could get it to me in 2 days! (No local store had it in stock and it would have taken them at least a week to have it ready for pickup.) That's far too long for an old lady to be cold. I bought the fuel filter, too -- I believe -- after some research -- that not having one while using a 5-6 ft. hose and a 20# propane tank led to the malfunctioning of my Tough Buddy. (I was able to clean the pilot light tube to get it to light, but -- alas -- it wouldn't stay lit for more than 10-15 minutes.) The new Buddy portable heater gives GREAT heat! I live in the mountains in the southwest... in a partly-historic adobe house. I have a furnace, but I hate the blowing air (allergies) and the noise. And I guess I'm just tired of tending fires, though my fireplace has a firebox in it the blows heat throughout the "beehive" exterior. After being in this house for more than a dozen winters, I decided that it was stupid and expensive to try to heat the house, as I live alone... with my companion dog; my objective these days is to heat myself. The altitude hasn't been an issue. The portable Buddy lights easily and gives the direct warmth of a toasty fire while the vents at the top warm the surrounding area. I love this kind of instantly-warming heat. There is no comparison in my mind to a warm heater (or fire) with fresh air in the house and the stuffiness of a centrally-heated house. I use the heater only in the evenings, for reading and tv watching; I warm up on "high", but soon find myself switching to "low" and moving the heater farther away. I would never let it run unattended. I enjoyed using my fireplace for years, but you just can't get a good fire going as quickly as you can fire up this little heater! Compared to my old Tough Buddy, there have been some improvements made to this heater: The attachment (to the 1# propane tank pictured, or to the hose connecting to a 20# tank) now swivels -- which would make attaching the 1# tank infinitely easier. And there is a new pilot-lighting mechanism, now part of the main switch. I'm not sure how I feel about this change: It's worked fine so far, but I'm wondering if it will stand the time test, as I consider this a long-term purchase. The handle on top now swivels back, and there is now an oxygen-depletion sensor in addition to the tip-over sensor. The tip-sensor (in my old model) only went off once; the heater can be slid carefully, just not bumped. My dog treats it with respect, but I'd be careful around small children. The Mr. Heater hotline man told me the Buddy was exactly the same as the Tough Buddy. It may be, mechanically, but the new heater is lighter in weight and a bit smaller; the pad that lights up and gets hot is vertically oriented (TB was horizontal.) However, it's quite sturdy, and the really important part -- its heating ability -- is the same. I love it, and I'd recommend it for campers, people working in shops or garages, sports people and to anyone who can safely use a 20# propane tank, which is so much more economical than the 1# tanks. Terrific for emergencies! The caveat is that it shouldn't be left unattended, including while sleeping. P.S. Buy the fuel filter. I don't know enough about these things to review it, but I can attest to the fact that impurities (including added odorrants) in propane and the plasticizers in some propane hoses can lead to the untimely demise of this heater without a filter. Also, save the box for off-season storage of the heater; dust and spider webs would have to be cleaned out before re-use. And I'd suggest actually reading the user manual. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2015 by sospanyol
    • great product
Color: Red Style: Heater
easy to use, has good heat output for the size, no noise at all. very well built.
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025 by Amazon Customer
    • THE BEST HEATER!!!
Color: Red Style: Heater
The kid who leases my farm, had this heater for his deer stand. I borrowed it when we (Kansas) had some -5° weather to "help" heat the kitchen. I was SHOCKED!!! This little heater is MIGHTY and will certainly help in bad weather!!! So I ordered myself one after borrowing his. The BEST money I've spent in a long time! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2025 by Cindi Kramer Martin
    • Great heater
Color: Red Style: Heater
This heater arrived on time and was packaged well. It's sturdy and works exactly as it should. It's easy to use and surprisingly light weight. The tip over feature is great especially around kids and dogs.
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024 by Karen Kuda
    • This thing works great! Used it to defrost my vehile window in -29 degree weather.
Color: Red Style: Heater
This thing works wonders in my vehile that dosnt have heat below zero. It defrost the window so I can get home. One thing you should know if you use it like I do. if you use a little propane tank like I do it will freeze if you leave it in the vehicle overnight. Bring it In. Lol keep a window cracked to to let the fumes out obviously. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2025 by Terry dietzler
    • Wonderful little heater
Color: Red Style: Heater
We purchased 2 of these heaters a Big Buddy heater and this the smaller portable heater. Both to run on 20lb tanks for use in our kitty cottages for our rescue cats. The larger heater gets very warm and we have only needed to use it on medium and high twice for 2 minus degree nights other wise a 2nd smaller portable heater would more than sufice. Heaters are well made and rugged feeling. Tip over switch cuts the flame quickly. Both heaters will run on smaller 1lb tanks. I'd say on low both heaters run for four or five 8 hour nights on one 20lb tank. We purchased the 10 and 12 foot hoses to use with the heaters so we can keep the tanks outside of the cottages. My only gripe with the large Big Buddy heater is that the hose can only be mounted to one side of the heater and the space to get your hand in there to hook it up is small. We love the fact that these were designed to be used indoors as compared to many other propane heaters. I saw another review by a outdoorsman who routinely travels with his heater and sort of puts it thru some abuse in the back of his truck and the heater after 2 years still works due to rugged design. Our heaters wont see that but I feel its probably true. Highly recommend !!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2025 by frank b.
    • Does its job very well
Color: Red Style: Heater
This propane heater does its job beautifully. It is not large, but it puts out quite a bit of heat, more than you would probably need in a tent, camper, or bedroom. Be careful and have a window cracked a little bit for ventilation, but this should keep you toasty warm. I am not much of a camper, but I bought it for times when our electricity goes out in the winter. We had one spell a few years ago when we lost electricity from about 7 in the morning until 4:30 in the afternoon. The temperatures were well below freezing, and we had nothing. The last couple of hours my wife and I crawled under the covers and tried to nap. But now with this heater and a few propane bottles, we can at least heat one room and stay toasty warm. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2025 by Dennis
    • I have 2 of these
Color: Red Style: Heater
I bought my first one about 10 years ago - and I use it to heat my boat cabin for spring/fall fishing trips. I just picked up another one for garage use etc. They last forever and put off plenty of heat. They also have safety features and will shut off for low oxygen, or even if you bump it the safety will trigger and shut it down. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025 by Tim Hall

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