Stay warm while camping outdoors with a tent heater. When it comes to the best camping tent heating units, there are electric & propane tent heaters for camping. The big companies in this niche include Coleman, Mr. Heater, Zodi and more. These models employ the state of the art in heating and safety features to make sure you and your family are both warm and safe.

tent heaterBesides Coleman, companies like Mr. Heater and Nato make popular camping tent heater models as well. Like any consumer product, you'll have to assess your needs and budget and choose accordingly. What size is your tent or the indoor area you'll be using the tent heaters in? Does your tent have a vent, etc... Depending on the amount of people that will be sleeping in the tent, you may not have to get the most powerful one.


A big concern about tent heaters is safety. People want to know how safe a tent heater is and if there are models that are safer than others. Camping tent heaters that are made for indoor use will be rated as such. This "for indoor use" rating should definitely be a requisite if you plan on using it indoors or in a tent.

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Manuals and instructions are important, but many overlook them when getting a new device. For example, make sure that the literature says that it's safe for use indoors by looking for the exact language on the models you're considering. Don't just assume that because is says tent heater on the package, that it's safe for indoor use. Or, what precautions or special instructions are given in the proper use of the heater you're thinking about buying.

Like I said, the most popular tent heaters on the market are Coleman tent heaters.  Of, the various Coleman heaters, the ProCat, BlackCat, and SportCat models are the most popular camping tent heaters they have available. All the models are perfectemp catalytic propane heaters.  This provides flameless heat!  Also, they all utilize Coleman's Instastart technology which uses an electric ignition to start the unit faster and more reliably than with a match.  The ProCat tent heater has an option to accept batteries to to power an internal fan to aid in heat circulation. Most models use various techniques to circulate the heat such as forced air. Coleman also makes a GolfCat which fits in most cup holders.  Like the other heater models, this one is just as portable and effective at keeping you warm on those cold nights outdoors!

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Mr. Heater is another popular brand of heaters for camping in tents. They have the Big Buddy, Little Buddy, and Portable Buddy Heaters. Although all the models have handles and are very portable, only the Mr. Heater Little Buddy is clearly stated as indoor-safe. It's rated for rooms up to 100 sq. feet. It's odor-free and can heat up to 5-1/2 hours. The Little Buddy Heater uses 1-lbs. disposable propane cylinders.




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Also, a low-oxygen sensor and accidental tip-over switch with auto shut-off is included in this indoor heater model. The other models seem very powerful and can be powered with AC or battery power for fan heat circulation like the Big Buddy. So, definitely take a close look at the exact product specifications. If you're currently staying warm in a tent with a camping tent heater, which did you buy?  Did you go with a Coleman or Mr. Heater or maybe a Zodi?  How do you like the heater that you have?  Would you consider it safe?  Would you recommend the tent heater to a friend?