By the Amazon Picks Desk, Canada News Media. We research products from real Amazon.ca listings, specifications, owner reviews and expert reviews; we have not tested them ourselves.
The best garage heater in Canada for most people is the InoKraft 7500W electric heater, $299.99 on Amazon.ca with 4.5 stars from 600 ratings. For a longer track record, the hardwired Dr Infrared DR-966 costs $336.79 with 1,595 ratings. For a big, uninsulated garage, the GASLAND FlameJet propane heater costs $256.49. Prices checked Nov. 11, 2026.
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A garage heater is a bigger decision than a bedroom space heater, because it either needs a 240-volt circuit or burns propane. Health Canada says carbon monoxide has no smell, taste or colour and is produced when any fuel is burned, so read its carbon monoxide guidance before you buy a gas heater. Updated Nov. 11, 2026. Prices and ratings checked on Amazon.ca on Nov. 11, 2026 and may change.
Key facts
Our five picks range from $256.49 to $436.54 on Amazon.ca, and each listing showed Amazon.ca or the heater’s own brand as the seller on Nov. 11, 2026. Three are electric 240-volt heaters and two burn propane. The Dr Infrared DR-966 has the most ratings, 1,595 at a 4.4-star average, and the GASLAND FlameJet is the next most reviewed with 1,244 ratings at 4.3 stars.
By our arithmetic, a 7,500-watt electric heater makes about 25,600 BTU an hour, while the GASLAND FlameJet is listed at up to 60,000 BTU and the Mr. Heater MH170 at heating spaces up to 4,250 square feet. Both propane listings are for ventilated spaces.
Amazon.ca says Black Friday deals start Nov. 19, and Black Friday itself falls on Nov. 27, 2026. We have not tested any of these heaters.
Garage heaters compared
| Heater | Price (CAD) | Power and fuel | Install | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| InoKraft 7500W Electric Garage Heater | $299.99 | 7,500 W, 240 V electric | NEMA 14-50P plug and 8.2 ft cord included | 4.5 stars, 600 ratings | Most garages |
| Dr Infrared DR-966 | $336.79 | 3,000 or 6,000 W, 240 V electric | Hardwired, bracket included | 4.4 stars, 1,595 ratings | Permanent install |
| Dr Infrared DR-975 | $436.54 | 4,700 or 7,500 W, 240 V electric | Hardwired, remote thermostat | 4.0 stars, 712 ratings | Larger shops |
| GASLAND FlameJet | $256.49 | 30,000 to 60,000 BTU propane | Portable, 10 ft hose and regulator | 4.3 stars, 1,244 ratings | Big, uninsulated space |
| Mr. Heater MH170QFAVT | $384.00 | Forced air propane, spaces up to 4,250 sq ft | Portable, needs a 100 lb tank or larger | 4.5 stars, 186 ratings | Job sites and big shops |
Power, size and install details come from each Amazon.ca listing, read on Nov. 11, 2026. The GASLAND price is the $256.49 shown with 5 per cent savings against a $269.99 earlier price.
Our picks
No. 1, best for most garages: InoKraft 7500W Electric Garage Heater. This ceiling-mount heater costs $299.99 on Amazon.ca and is sold by InoKraft. The listing describes a 7,500-watt, 240-volt fan-forced heater that can warm a room of up to 750 square feet, with a digital thermostat from 40 to 99 degrees F, a 1-to-24-hour timer, an ECO mode, five louver angles and overheat protection. It ships with an 8.2-foot cord and a NEMA 14-50P plug, which means it can plug into a matching outlet instead of being hardwired.
The rating is 4.5 stars from 600 ratings, which is solid for a newer brand. The catch is the outlet: a 14-50 receptacle is the kind of circuit used for ranges and electric vehicle chargers, and most garages do not have one. Skip it if you would have to add a circuit, and have a licensed electrician check your panel before you order.
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No. 2, best proven hardwired heater: Dr Infrared DR-966. Amazon.ca sells this one at $336.79. The listing calls it a heavy-duty 240-volt single-phase heater that runs at 3,000 or 6,000 watts, with a wall or ceiling bracket included and UL/CUL listing. It has an adjustable thermostat with high and low settings, an 8-inch fan and five adjustable louvers, and it measures about 14.5 x 13 x 14.5 inches.
It has the deepest review record here, 1,595 ratings at 4.4 stars. The listing says it is hardwired and the power cord is not included, so installation means electrical work, and the thermostat is a simple high and low control rather than a digital one. Choose it if you want a fixed heater that stays out of the way and are willing to pay an electrician.
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No. 3, best for a larger shop: Dr Infrared DR-975. The DR-975 costs $436.54 on Amazon.ca, shipped and sold by Amazon.ca. The listing describes a 240-volt heater that runs at 4,700 or 7,500 watts, hardwired and wall or ceiling mounted, with a remote-controlled thermostat from 50 to 90 degrees, a timer, five louvers and UL/CUL listing. It measures about 15 x 19 x 13 inches.
It is the most expensive pick and has the lowest rating, 4.0 stars from 712 ratings, so it only makes sense if you want the remote and the extra output over the DR-966. Like its sibling it must be hardwired. A 7,500-watt unit makes about 25,600 BTU an hour by our arithmetic, so it is a heater for a well-insulated double garage, not an open barn.
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No. 4, best propane value: GASLAND FlameJet 60,000 BTU. GASLAND sells this forced-air propane heater on Amazon.ca at $256.49, down 5 per cent from $269.99. The listing says output adjusts from 30,000 to 60,000 BTU, enough for spaces up to 1,500 square feet, and that it includes a 10-foot hose and regulator for a propane tank. GASLAND says a standard 20 lb tank gives about 12 hours of run time, and it lists CSA certification, electronic ignition, overheat detection and a safety valve that shuts off gas if the flame goes out.
The rating is 4.3 stars from 1,244 ratings. The listing describes the heater as for well-ventilated construction sites, garages and patios, and the listing says it is non-returnable, so be sure before you order. It burns fuel, which is the central trade-off: it heats fast and needs no 240-volt circuit, but you must manage ventilation and carbon monoxide yourself.
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No. 5, best for job sites and big shops: Mr. Heater MH170QFAVT. Amazon.ca ships and sells this forced-air propane heater at $384.00. The listing says it heats spaces up to 4,250 square feet, runs up to 17 hours on a full tank, and works with standard 100 lb propane tanks as a minimum. It lists Quiet Burner Technology, variable heat output, a high-output fan, and an included L.P. gas hose and regulator.
It has the highest rating tied with the InoKraft, 4.5 stars, but only 186 ratings, the thinnest record here. It is built for large, open spaces, so it is overkill for a two-car garage, and you need a 100 lb tank or bigger rather than the 20 lb tank most people own. Skip it unless the space is big and well ventilated.
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How we chose
We searched Amazon.ca on Nov. 11, 2026 for garage heaters, shop heaters and workshop heaters, and opened each candidate’s listing. We kept only heaters with a 4.0-star rating or better and at least 100 ratings that Amazon.ca or the heater’s own brand sells. We left out several well-reviewed milkhouse and shop heaters sold by third-party sellers, and a natural gas unit heater sold by Amazon US. We read the listing specifications and Amazon’s own details, and we did not read individual owner reviews. We did not test the heaters.
Electric or propane garage heaters
Electric is the safer default for an attached garage, and propane is the better answer for a big, drafty space. An electric heater makes no combustion gases, but a 7,500-watt unit makes about 25,600 BTU an hour, and the three here need a 240-volt circuit that many garages lack. A propane heater like the GASLAND FlameJet is listed at up to 60,000 BTU and needs only a tank, but the listings describe use in well-ventilated spaces.
Health Canada says fuel-burning equipment used in unventilated or poorly ventilated areas can expose people to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide, and that the risk indoors is greatest in colder months. If you choose propane, install a working carbon monoxide alarm, keep a door or vent open as the manufacturer directs, and read the manual before the first use. Our guide to the best carbon monoxide alarms on Amazon.ca covers the alarm side.
Installing a 240-volt garage heater
A hardwired heater like the Dr Infrared DR-966 or DR-975 needs a dedicated circuit and electrical work, and the listing says the power cord is not included. Even the plug-in InoKraft needs a matching 14-50 outlet on a suitable breaker. Rules differ by province, so check with your provincial electrical authority, such as Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority, and hire a licensed electrician. Fuel-burning appliances fall under separate rules, which in Ontario are handled by TSSA.
When to buy a garage heater in Canada
The general pattern is that tools and home improvement items are marked down around Black Friday, Boxing Day and Prime sales, though discounts vary and we have not seen any promised price on these heaters. Amazon.ca says Black Friday deals start Nov. 19, 2026, and Black Friday is Nov. 27. In a cold snap, stock can run short, so do not wait if your garage is your workspace this month. Our guide to space heaters on Amazon.ca covers smaller rooms.
Who should skip these
These heaters suit a garage you work in for hours and can heat for the long run. Skip them if you only need a few minutes of warmth, because a small plug-in heater is cheaper, and skip the propane picks if you cannot ventilate the space. Also skip any 240-volt pick if you rent or cannot get an electrician in, since installation can add to the cost.
What is the best garage heater in Canada? For most people it is the InoKraft 7500W electric heater at $299.99 on Amazon.ca, with 4.5 stars from 600 ratings. If you want a hardwired heater with a longer record, the Dr Infrared DR-966 costs $336.79 and has 1,595 ratings.
Do I need a 240-volt outlet for a garage heater? For the three electric heaters here, yes. The InoKraft listing says it includes a NEMA 14-50P plug, and the Dr Infrared listings say they are hardwired, so ask a licensed electrician what your panel can support.
Is a propane heater safe in a garage? Both propane listings describe use in well-ventilated spaces, and Health Canada warns that fuel-burning equipment in poorly ventilated areas can produce dangerous carbon monoxide levels. Follow the manual, ventilate and use a carbon monoxide alarm.
How many BTUs does a 7,500-watt heater make? By our arithmetic, about 25,600 BTU an hour, since one watt is about 3.412 BTU an hour. The GASLAND FlameJet is listed at up to 60,000 BTU.
Are these garage heaters sold by Amazon.ca? Both Dr Infrared heaters and the Mr. Heater were shipped and sold by Amazon.ca, while InoKraft and GASLAND sell their own heaters. Sellers can change, so check the listing before you buy.
Sources: the Amazon.ca listings for the five heaters, read on Nov. 11, 2026; Health Canada’s carbon monoxide overview; the Electrical Safety Authority and TSSA for Ontario rules.
Related reading: our guides to the best space heaters on Amazon.ca, the best carbon monoxide alarms and the winter storm prep checklist, plus the full Amazon Picks hub.
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