Great review sir. .... I have had the big budy heater with the fan for around 10 years or so. I use the 12' hose with quick disconnect with a 20 pound tank. I only keep the little green ones around for back up. You are 100% correct the green ones get expensive.
I have a brand new mr heater big buddy with no fan and I have an older. Model with a fan and the built in regulators are like brand new still stiff like they. Never been used the guy I bought it from said he only used it a handful of times if that and I can tell by the dust I cleaned it all .off it looks like. Brand new mr heater big buddy all new I even bought a brand new mr heater bigbuddy B18 .case for it and. The low pressure 12 foot hose with the regulator and the quick connect it's a flame king 12 foot hose do you still need the fuel filter with the regulator ? This older mr heater big buddy is way better than my brand new model I just got I'm keeping my new one in the box till I need it......
Yeah we fill them down here but they are very expensive I was in a hurry the other day and had to pick up a couple little 1 lb tanks cuz I'd forgot some and it cost me $9 a piece and a lot of places down in California do not even have them cuz they're all out of propane have a very merry Christmas thank you for your comment
Thank you so much ... we have the smaller heater and it has be great (had to clean the pilot light out this year)... Husband bought this big one but was confused about how to use it. I had him watch your video with me and we're good to go now! Thank you!
I' live in a Chevy van and i'm using my second heater. I use it every winter. Never had any issues with Mr. Buddy Heater. Been using it for about 7 years. I turn it on and fall asleep all the time. I know that's a bad habit but it happens. I trust this heater with my life, literally. Best heater I've ever invested in. After I ware this one out I'm buying another one
Thanks. I have watched many videos on the small version but this is my first for the larger one. For winter back up I did purchase the larger one with the blower but it is still in the box. I did buy one long hose but now after your video I will buy another hose. We have lots of the small 5 gallon propane tanks but I have many of the slightly larger tanks, I think 7 gallon, and one tall tank, not sure of the size. We like cooking on propane camping stoves and we have a setup for BBQing in the winter. Greenhouse use for tropical and cacti in the winter is necessary to keep them alive. Now my small heater I use outside, I hate being trapped in the house. On it I use a hose with a smaller propane tank. I have always used the hose made for the Mr Heater but last year I started having trouble with the pilot light not working. I was told that there is probably a clog and that I should have used a filter. Husband is going to check on cleaning and installing a filter. Your times for running the tanks tells me I need to buy more larger propane tanks as we also run a propane patio heater and a propane cook griddle. All of you doing these videos is very helpful for this old lady. I'm learning new to me everyday.
Mr. Heater should hire you as a spokesman. Clear, easy to follow descriptions coupled with real world experience. You also have an undescribable way about you that is welcoming and makes one inclined to trust you.
Glad your video popped up. Last year we had a big water emergency. This year I'm studying up for emergency loss of power. I hadn't thought about the benefit of having a heater buddy if your heater breaks down, but everything else is fine. Good explanations. Thank you.
Appreciate the information. Each year the temps here in Louisiana seem to try and beat the year before; summer and winter. So we we are trying to make a decision on backup heat 🙂
Excellent video!! You covered more stuff logically and cost wise then I have seen with other videos here on You-Tube! Thanks for all the information and I saved this site so I can refer others to it for education needs on new buyers!! We here in Montana are right now 12 degrees and I personally am using a friend's (Big buddy heater) and the damn thing is cooking me out at the low selection - i am in a RV so room and space much smaller. We also just now lost a furnace here in a home across the street and we have two of these units maintaining the whole house using 20 lbs bottles right now....it's holding the inside temps well!! Thanks for a solid video on the product...the makers of the heaters should pay ya for the solid review of them.
I have had my big buddy heater for about 20 yrs still works great.if you hook a 20 lb cylinder to it always, always, always use a filter between the heater and the hose of the tank
I've have the big buddy 7 years now and use it in my green house when it gets cold, on the occasion.Never knew how long I could run on the settings with a 20 lb tank so you really help me with those numbers thank you
I have the big buddy heater also use it to warm my greenhouse! Works great but I have to check daily my 20 lb tank because I didn't know how long it would last. I turn off during the day and depending on the temp at night if I run on low or high...great video!
Thank you Buddy!!.. I have a much more clearer understanding about this heater system! You did a great job on explaining, much appreciated! I intend to purchase one for sure now, because of you! Thanks again! Giving you a 👍!
Thanks alot for the bid very useful info Was planning to buy the big buddy basically as a back up Inn case of power outage And so you info was very useful Thanks again
You can use another brand hose which is more flexible, you just have to add a filter to the hose which blocks oil going into the heater. The filter is like $15.
I just came across your video and I'm really glad I did! Very informative and I will be buying one of these heaters for emergency use. Thank you ,and I am now subscribed to your channel.
Thanks for the info. My dad has had the buddy for 10+ years and only used it a handful of times. He gave it to me for camping and I enjoy it. Good to know about hooking up the 20 gallon tank that’s what I am going to do thanks again!!
@@braveheartz263 Thank you Rob I'm very impressed it worked better than I expected it would 2 nights ago I'm looking forward to a good winter with it as I need it in NC...
@@mp3032 You’re welcome, if you have ANY questions let me know. These heaters have been great, and if they mess up I have the main man’s number with the parts department. They are awesome people.
Have a little buddy. I've used it for years, no issues camping. I put a Voda heat powered stove fan on the top. Battery power unessesary. Just wish it had a thermostat.
12/25/2022 3am ET my furnace stopped working on Christmas Eve. I had invested in both of the Red Buddy heaters in the past couple years as well as a tank & cylinders. I hesitated to use them until needed. Electric heaters are not keeping it warm so now being below zero on Christmas Day in blizzard weather, I am thankful to get your thorough tips. Onward I go! Merry Christmas! 🎄
Your video was very informative ! I much rather watch a video than sit and try to not fall asleep reading the manual. Good video just got one question do you have to run that filter to run the 20 pounders?
I have had my Mr Buddy Heater for 3 years now. I live in a camper in Michigan and the Winters can get brutal. I run mine off of a 100 pound tank (I fill 2 of those at the beginning of the season) and it keeps me snuggly warm all Winter long. I also have 2 small electric heaters that I run at each end of the camper since the Mr Buddy Heater mainly warms the middle section
These heaters can handle a 100 pound tank? I was under the impression that 30 pound tanks were as high as you could go? I know nothing about this so...
@@mw-pu6xt Absolutely, and it works like a champ. Until I got this heater, the ONLY time I ever messed with propane was when I fired up the grill outside, so it was a learning curve for me as well
Hi BB Prepper I hear that the new Buddy flex is best , cause of its omni-directional radiant heat ?? what do you think for a home with no heat ? Thank you , I've gone to a dozen different videos...your the first to cover the emergency use , for power outages....thank you
Good informative video. As always best way to roll is to vent as it allows for possibility of gas leakage not to build up. I use modified rocket stoves, a kerosene heater & several buddy heaters. Nothing is off if I am sleeping or not present to keep an eye on things. Always check your propane l kerosene supply and keep them clean. Before using equipment check to make that it’s clean and ready to roll. I also have a fire alarm as well as a CO monitor Keep those both lean and make sure thy work properly.
Great information! I have had my single burner for 40 years. It went through the 2013 flood here in Colorado.I put it storage for 5 years, decided to see if I could get it going, put in a tank and it fired right up.
My Mrbuddy is red no fan goes from 4,000-9,000-18,000 I love it I just bought it and it's a newer model because its brand new but my older one was awesome that's why I bought a brand new one again but I'm going to buy the fan that works from heat no batteries or electricity only heat operation new technology and thank you for your video about the tank and the hose I've read that somewhere else to about the aftermarket hoses using oil to make the hoses flex easier
I got lucky this summer and found a big buddy Heater for 30 bucks it was used but still look like brand new. And have two of the other body heaters. I watched the video the other day it took the guy about 15 minutes to get the air out of the line so he could like the heater. And what is your thoughts on the filters to go on the hoses
Thanks for the clip, but can you put the hoses descriptions and the links? Also, is there a hose with the regulator and the gas gauge all together? Thanks
@@thesweetesttee_ yes I never liked to say anything like that on the videos but yes the boxes do say safe for indoor use they are designed for indoor use
Great info. Bought 2 during winter storm last year for parents. Affordable - lifesavers, Really!! Now that I can take time shopping - this time I will go for more features - like the blower. Thanks for the thorough review.
I just got a big buddy finally. I have had the portable buddy for 2 years now in my camper and never had a problem with it. I ran the portable buddy two winters most of the day almost every day with a hose I got from Amazon and never had any issues. I heard to get their brand hose but I never did and never had any issues.
Excellent video! Detailed and easy to understand. I bought the smaller one earlier along with a big supply of 1 lb propane bottles, but now thinking I should have bought the bigger one (w/battery). Was so glad to learn that the smaller one could be operated off a 20 lb tank. Thanks for a great job in pulling this video together. Where can I buy a tank?Carol in Texas
We live in our rv in the texas hill country. Our furnace went out a couple years ago, We have been using electric space heaters since. They do the job but just not quite like we like it. My husband bought a Mr buddy last week and we tried it out. I am amazed at how warm it made the rv. It actually warmed the entire 42ft 5 slide rv in less then 30 mins. 3 space heaters can't even do that in hrs. I'm definitely sold on it. Sure wish we had it back in 21 when we lost electricity. At least we know if we go off the grid we can still have heat and also something to cook on as I seen on another video.
Now they are very amazing heater for the price and with all the safety features and if you're running electricity it's probably cheaper to run the propane or than the electric heaters glad it worked out for you have a very merry Christmas
BB PREPPER I would like to know if there is a concern about condensation when using propane to heat a bell tent. My primary concern is with mold. I am in between deciding using a Mr. buddy heater or heating my bell tent with a woodstove, which is more economical to me, but propane is a lot less mess to deal with. I don't know ,,, what do you think? I just have to do more research on this issue. The mold is what I'm worried about. It's canvas material, so! That's the issue. Thanks ! Great video, also.
We just used our Mr Heater Big Buddy for the first time, it heats well! We used the two one pound cylinders and in about three hours the house temp went from 64F to 70F, whole first floor, about 800 sq ft..on the low setting. We're happy. I have seen videos where these can increase condensation inside, if that is an issue.
I know I keep several around just in case a family members need them also sounds like you're a decent person Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and thank you for your comment it really help
I love my Mr Heater. Have had it 7 years now. Mine is the small, the large one wasn’t available then, at least not where I bought. Everything except the big tank was around $100.00. I’m using it now for a kicker and helping the house unit. Gets real cold here in Minnesota,.., try -44°F
Just for precaution I use the little buddy in line filter when using the larger bottles of propane, keeps the oil out of your heater. I've had mine for years and love it, mine is yellow (not common).
Thank you for the comment just saying the company as far as I've been told from them they do not need a filter if you were using the actual line from Buddy heaters
Well I need advice....I have a new Big Buddy heater straight out of the box. Have a new Mr Heater hose and a new Mr Heater filter. Hooked everything up and the attached to a full 20lb tank....the pilot lights with a beautiful blue flame quite easily. Move the dial to low and the pilot almost immediately peters out like i just ran out of propane and the element does not lite. What am I missing?
Good video.... if you are a DIY 'er. You can heat your whole home for hours and hours off a car or deep cycle RV battery. Let me clarify. If your home has a gas furnace. It runs off 110 volts. Same as a table lamp or toaster. The thing you must have is a 1000 watt inverter. Find the breaker box and find your FURNACE BREAKER . Yout furnace will have the 110 Volt wires running into your furnace. Disconnect these wires from your furnace and wire them to a pigtail plug. Then run the plug to the inverter. Plug the inverter to your DEEP CYCLE RV BATTERY and turn on the inverter. Set your thermostat at 65 degrees and you can heat your entire home off a battery. Just a thought. I've had to do it and it worked out well. If your not sure of the wiring. Maybe ask a friend to help. I always take a picture to refer to.
I'm looking on Amazon for a hose. I saw a post below that mentioned model # F271804. The only model hose I find on Amazon is Mr Heater "F271803" - 12' Hose With Regulator & Quick Disconnect. Is this ok to use too?
Thanks for the informative video. One correction though, the oil that clogs filters and can damage unfiltered LP appliances is actually an odorant added to LP tanks, to warn of leaks. Since propane is odorless, see this from Wikipedia: Ethanethiol is intentionally added to butane and propane (see: LPG) to impart an easily noticed smell to these normally odorless fuels that pose the threat of fire, explosion, and asphyxiation.
Very right sir. Many years of living with this type of system. These heaters SUCK to take apart to clean out the oil. It would be nice to see a design change that allows the oil to escape.
How Well does Buddy Heater Company Back Up its Heaters ? Will they Need Repairs ? Does the Company Repair Mr. Heaters if Failures Happen or if Bad Hose Clogs up the Heater or Pilot ?
I have a little buddy hooked to a 500 gallon tank 3/8 inch copper line and a regulator I started using it in October 2017 and January 2021 it quit working the therma couple went out so I bought a new heater. And I have an Ecofan wood stove fan setting on top of the stove. It burns 160 gallons each winter.
I have the Big Buddy in case of a power outage. Well it went out for almost 3 days here in PA a few years ago a sub zero temps! These things work incredibly well. It actually kept my 1100sq.ft. home at a steady 70F in the main section of the house on Low setting only,,the 4000 BTU setting! Didn't even use one 20lb. tank in that outage that I refill locally to save more money. Good investments. I've even considered looking into a ventless natural gas wall/floor heater with automatic thermostat as well. 30,000BTU But one with the ceramic tile style heaters like the Big buddy has as a backup for the house. I've seen the natural gas wall heaters with just the open flame before but noticed they left greasy brown stains on the persons wall so I would rather have one in the style of the MR. Heater Big Buddy. Then still have the Big Buddy propane if needed for the garage or other things.
My son move to Florida. He gave me a big buddy heater.it had to copper runs from the heater ,he use a battery on back to keep warn he didn't want to use propane .WHAT type of battery ? He told me to put heater in trash. I have several small heaters they on 20lb.they are good heaters....should I try lawnmower small battery or big large flash light battery..please help me. Thank u.
I bought my Mr. Heater Buddy heater factory reconditioned for $58 bucks from Cabela's/Bass Pro. It did include my 10% military discount but still... I intend to buy a TEG fan but haven't gotten one yet.
Great review sir. .... I have had the big budy heater with the fan for around 10 years or so. I use the 12' hose with quick disconnect with a 20 pound tank. I only keep the little green ones around for back up. You are 100% correct the green ones get expensive.
I have a brand new mr heater big buddy with no fan and I have an older. Model with a fan and the built in regulators are like brand new still stiff like they. Never been used the guy I bought it from said he only used it a handful of times if that and I can tell by the dust I cleaned it all .off it looks like. Brand new mr heater big buddy all new I even bought a brand new mr heater bigbuddy B18 .case for it and. The low pressure 12 foot hose with the regulator and the quick connect it's a flame king 12 foot hose do you still need the fuel filter with the regulator ? This older mr heater big buddy is way better than my brand new model I just got I'm keeping my new one in the box till I need it......
I refill them cheap and easy
Yes they do!!
Yeah we fill them down here but they are very expensive I was in a hurry the other day and had to pick up a couple little 1 lb tanks cuz I'd forgot some and it cost me $9 a piece and a lot of places down in California do not even have them cuz they're all out of propane have a very merry Christmas thank you for your comment
@@tateabdon1 hello sir, does the small Mr heater buddy
4,000 & 9,000 BTU come with a fan.
Thank you so much ... we have the smaller heater and it has be great (had to clean the pilot light out this year)... Husband bought this big one but was confused about how to use it. I had him watch your video with me and we're good to go now! Thank you!
I' live in a Chevy van and i'm using my second heater. I use it every winter. Never had any issues with Mr. Buddy Heater. Been using it for about 7 years. I turn it on and fall asleep all the time. I know that's a bad habit but it happens. I trust this heater with my life, literally. Best heater I've ever invested in. After I ware this one out I'm buying another one
Sitting under a ceiling fan reversed and on low will get you warmed …..quickly! Love it👍🏼
Thanks. I have watched many videos on the small version but this is my first for the larger one. For winter back up I did purchase the larger one with the blower but it is still in the box. I did buy one long hose but now after your video I will buy another hose. We have lots of the small 5 gallon propane tanks but I have many of the slightly larger tanks, I think 7 gallon, and one tall tank, not sure of the size. We like cooking on propane camping stoves and we have a setup for BBQing in the winter. Greenhouse use for tropical and cacti in the winter is necessary to keep them alive.
Now my small heater I use outside, I hate being trapped in the house. On it I use a hose with a smaller propane tank. I have always used the hose made for the Mr Heater but last year I started having trouble with the pilot light not working. I was told that there is probably a clog and that I should have used a filter. Husband is going to check on cleaning and installing a filter.
Your times for running the tanks tells me I need to buy more larger propane tanks as we also run a propane patio heater and a propane cook griddle. All of you doing these videos is very helpful for this old lady. I'm learning new to me everyday.
God bless you for helping those that were without heat. 🙏
Mr. Heater should hire you as a spokesman. Clear, easy to follow descriptions coupled with real world experience. You also have an undescribable way about you that is welcoming and makes one inclined to trust you.
I really appreciate that I try to be as truthful as I can but I really do appreciate your comment
Glad your video popped up. Last year we had a big water emergency. This year I'm studying up for emergency loss of power. I hadn't thought about the benefit of having a heater buddy if your heater breaks down, but everything else is fine. Good explanations. Thank you.
Appreciate the information. Each year the temps here in Louisiana seem to try and beat the year before; summer and winter. So we we are trying to make a decision on backup heat 🙂
Thanks for the information. Very useful to use for deciding between the two heaters.
I appreciate your video.
Thank you.
Thanks for the information I am new at getting one of these heaters.
Excellent video!! You covered more stuff logically and cost wise then I have seen with other videos here on You-Tube! Thanks for all the information and I saved this site so I can refer others to it for education needs on new buyers!! We here in Montana are right now 12 degrees and I personally am using a friend's (Big buddy heater) and the damn thing is cooking me out at the low selection - i am in a RV so room and space much smaller. We also just now lost a furnace here in a home across the street and we have two of these units maintaining the whole house using 20 lbs bottles right now....it's holding the inside temps well!! Thanks for a solid video on the product...the makers of the heaters should pay ya for the solid review of them.
Glad you liked it thank you so much for your comment they really do help
I have had my big buddy heater for about 20 yrs still works great.if you hook a 20 lb cylinder to it always, always, always use a filter between the heater and the hose of the tank
I've have the big buddy 7 years now and use it in my green house when it gets cold, on the occasion.Never knew how long I could run on the settings with a 20 lb tank so you really help me with those numbers thank you
I have the big buddy heater also use it to warm my greenhouse! Works great but I have to check daily my 20 lb tank because I didn't know how long it would last. I turn off during the day and depending on the temp at night if I run on low or high...great video!
Perfect glad we can help thank you for your comment they really help
Thank you Buddy!!..
I have a much more clearer understanding about this heater system!
You did a great job on explaining, much appreciated!
I intend to purchase one for sure now, because of you!
Thanks again! Giving you a 👍!
I was just about to buy one of them and I'm so glad I saw this post. I have learned a lot and thank you very much for sharing. Have a nice safe day!!
Thank you so very much for the information, I now have made up my mind to buy the larger one
Great info! The part I got info from, was the idea of using Mr Buddy brand hoses.. Thanks again. Atlanta
Great video, information I definitely needed! Thank you for your time!!
Thanks alot for the bid very useful info
Was planning to buy the big buddy basically as a back up Inn case of power outage
And so you info was very useful
Thanks again
Great presentation and review of the Mr Heater options. Many thanks.
Thank you really appreciate it
You can use another brand hose which is more flexible, you just have to add a filter to the hose which blocks oil going into the heater. The filter is like $15.
I have the same portable buddy heater I run 20 lb take with it this makes year 3 no issues been great little heater for me
I just came across your video and I'm really glad I did! Very informative and I will be buying one of these heaters for emergency use.
Thank you ,and I am now subscribed to your channel.
You're very welcome thanks for your comment
Thank you so much! I bought the Big Buddy, but didn’t know the details. You’ve been so helpful! Going to subscribe to learn more things!
Thank you very much I'm glad you liked it really appreciate the comment
Thanks for the info. My dad has had the buddy for 10+ years and only used it a handful of times. He gave it to me for camping and I enjoy it. Good to know about hooking up the 20 gallon tank that’s what I am going to do thanks again!!
Wow 10 years
Your heater is bad to the bone!! I’ve used them for many years.
@@mp3032 They last longer than 10 years. Mine is probably 15 to 17 years. These heaters will not let you down.
@@braveheartz263 Thank you Rob I'm very impressed it worked better than I expected it would 2 nights ago I'm looking forward to a good winter with it as I need it in NC...
@@mp3032 You’re welcome, if you have ANY questions let me know. These heaters have been great, and if they mess up I have the main man’s number with the parts department. They are awesome people.
Have a little buddy. I've used it for years, no issues camping. I put a Voda heat powered stove fan on the top. Battery power unessesary. Just wish it had a thermostat.
excellent video; included pricing & info bout the fan.
I have the Big Buddy but it has no fan. Inaldo bought your recommened hose for the quick disconnect feature and easemof hookup.
thank u sooo much! your video was extremely helpful!!!
In my bedroom running my Mr Heater for the holidays. Definetly running out to get a tank and hose. Thank you!
Yes the hose and the tank is definitely worth it much much cheaper than running a small tanks Merry Christmas and thank you for your comment
12/25/2022 3am ET my furnace stopped working on Christmas Eve. I had invested in both of the Red Buddy heaters in the past couple years as well as a tank & cylinders. I hesitated to use them until needed. Electric heaters are not keeping it warm so now being below zero on Christmas Day in blizzard weather, I am thankful to get your thorough tips. Onward I go! Merry Christmas! 🎄
I'm definitely glad you are prepared merry Christmas and I hope everything works out and they can get it fixed and thank you for your comment
Great job on the review 👏
Your video was very informative ! I much rather watch a video than sit and try to not fall asleep reading the manual. Good video just got one question do you have to run that filter to run the 20 pounders?
Amazing review on both models
Thank you!!
You are very welcome
Great tip on which house to buy thank you!
You're very welcome thank you for watching the video
I have had my Mr Buddy Heater for 3 years now. I live in a camper in Michigan and the Winters can get brutal. I run mine off of a 100 pound tank (I fill 2 of those at the beginning of the season) and it keeps me snuggly warm all Winter long. I also have 2 small electric heaters that I run at each end of the camper since the Mr Buddy Heater mainly warms the middle section
Which costs more, electric or gas?
@@MrPHart electric. This will work during a.power outage.
These heaters can handle a 100 pound tank? I was under the impression that 30 pound tanks were as high as you could go? I know nothing about this so...
@@mw-pu6xt Absolutely, and it works like a champ. Until I got this heater, the ONLY time I ever messed with propane was when I fired up the grill outside, so it was a learning curve for me as well
@@mw-pu6xt regulator should regulate no matter the volume, right? Right... lol
Hi BB Prepper
I hear that the new Buddy flex is best , cause of its omni-directional radiant heat ??
what do you think for a home with no heat ?
Thank you , I've gone to a dozen different videos...your the first to cover the emergency use , for power outages....thank you
Good informative video. As always best way to roll is to vent as it allows for possibility of gas leakage not to build up. I use modified rocket stoves, a kerosene heater & several buddy heaters. Nothing is off if I am sleeping or not present to keep an eye on things. Always check your propane l kerosene supply and keep them clean. Before using equipment check to make that it’s clean and ready to roll. I also have a fire alarm as well as a CO monitor Keep those both lean and make sure thy work properly.
Great video....so instructional. Many thanks.
Excellent video, it was very helpful!!!
Glad you like to thank you for your comment
Great information! I have had my single burner for 40 years. It went through the 2013 flood here in Colorado.I put it storage for 5 years, decided to see if I could get it going, put in a tank and it fired right up.
Well that's definitely a sales pitch LOL thank you for your comment I'm glad it still works
Thanks for sharing this information. I'm much better informed now.
Thank you for your comment
Ty so much for your video u did make up my mind im buying one tomorrow sir and it's because u convinced me tc best wishes to you and ur family 👍👍👍
My Mrbuddy is red no fan goes from
4,000-9,000-18,000 I love it I just bought it and it's a newer model because its brand new but my older one was awesome that's why I bought a brand new one again but I'm going to buy the fan that works from heat no batteries or electricity only heat operation new technology and thank you for your video about the tank and the hose I've read that somewhere else to about the aftermarket hoses using oil to make the hoses flex easier
Got the small Buddy and love it
Thanks for the video
Thanks for the comment glad you
I got lucky this summer and found a big buddy Heater for 30 bucks it was used but still look like brand new. And have two of the other body heaters. I watched the video the other day it took the guy about 15 minutes to get the air out of the line so he could like the heater. And what is your thoughts on the filters to go on the hoses
Thanks for the clip, but can you put the hoses descriptions and the links? Also, is there a hose with the regulator and the gas gauge all together? Thanks
I own and use these heaters since they first came out and indoors, when the electric goes out for days and I have found them to be very safe.
I have to agree thank you for comment
Mine says indoor safe. Is that incorrect?
@@thesweetesttee_ yes I never liked to say anything like that on the videos but yes the boxes do say safe for indoor use they are designed for indoor use
I used it last night here it TX. I understand. Thank you so much for your review!
@@thesweetesttee_ you're very welcome glad you liked it
I like this guy.He makes up stuff as he goes.
I try not to and if I did I do apologize thank you for your comment if you have any questions feel free to ask
You put on a good video. Thanks
Great info. Bought 2 during winter storm last year for parents. Affordable - lifesavers, Really!! Now that I can take time shopping - this time I will go for more features - like the blower. Thanks for the thorough review.
You're very welcome I'm glad you liked it have a merry Christmas thank you for the comment
@@tateabdon1 what size room do you recommend for each unit sir. I want one.
I have a super small cabin of 8 X 12 with 8 ft high ceiling.
Thankyou sir
@@tateabdon1 I seen the smaller heater buddy at home Depot for 65.00 couple weeks ago..
I just got a big buddy finally. I have had the portable buddy for 2 years now in my camper and never had a problem with it. I ran the portable buddy two winters most of the day almost every day with a hose I got from Amazon and never had any issues. I heard to get their brand hose but I never did and never had any issues.
Glad to hear it worked for you thank you for your comment
Excellent video! Detailed and easy to understand. I bought the smaller one earlier along with a big supply of 1 lb propane bottles, but now thinking I should have bought the bigger one (w/battery). Was so glad to learn that the smaller one could be operated off a 20 lb tank. Thanks for a great job in pulling this video together. Where can I buy a tank?Carol in Texas
you can buy tanks at most hardware stores
Thank you, very good information.
We live in our rv in the texas hill country. Our furnace went out a couple years ago, We have been using electric space heaters since. They do the job but just not quite like we like it. My husband bought a Mr buddy last week and we tried it out. I am amazed at how warm it made the rv. It actually warmed the entire 42ft 5 slide rv in less then 30 mins. 3 space heaters can't even do that in hrs. I'm definitely sold on it. Sure wish we had it back in 21 when we lost electricity. At least we know if we go off the grid we can still have heat and also something to cook on as I seen on another video.
Now they are very amazing heater for the price and with all the safety features and if you're running electricity it's probably cheaper to run the propane or than the electric heaters glad it worked out for you have a very merry Christmas
great vid!! thank you from southern maine
Thank you for the comment
Excellent video !!! Thank you !!!
great video
Thank you very much for all your information very good information thank you
Glad you liked it or very welcome
I like 👍 your rifle and plus good information
Thank you very much for comment
This was really helpful thank you! I had no idea some come with a blower!
Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for a comment and Merry Christmas
@@tateabdon1 Merry Christmas 🎁🎄
BB PREPPER
I would like to know if there is a concern about condensation when using propane to heat a bell tent. My primary concern is with mold. I am in between deciding using a Mr. buddy heater or heating my bell tent with a woodstove, which is more economical to me, but propane is a lot less mess to deal with. I don't know ,,, what do you think? I just have to do more research on this issue. The mold is what I'm worried about. It's canvas material, so! That's the issue. Thanks ! Great video, also.
You are very welcome
Got mine in storage unit I bought works great ,
Thank you, outstanding review.
Super glad you liked the video thank you so much for your
Great review!
Thank you
Great Video Brother 👍
Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🙏🏻 ❤️
Great review
Right on. I'm actually interested in one of these for our boat cabin. Not a big area to heat...I just need the minimum.
We just used our Mr Heater Big Buddy for the first time, it heats well! We used the two one pound cylinders and in about three hours the house temp went from 64F to 70F, whole first floor, about 800 sq ft..on the low setting. We're happy. I have seen videos where these can increase condensation inside, if that is an issue.
I found the little one at Walmart in the discount section for 25 bucks. It’s been working for years. Great product
I know iam a year late but thanks for the great review. I just bought 2 of the larger ones and hoses for my parents house in case of.
I know I keep several around just in case a family members need them also sounds like you're a decent person Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and thank you for your comment it really help
I forget where I read it but I remember someone saying to avoid certain length version of the hose? do you know anything about it?
Thank you so much
Linking the hoses you showed in the description would be awesome.
I love my Mr Heater. Have had it 7 years now. Mine is the small, the large one wasn’t available then, at least not where I bought. Everything except the big tank was around $100.00.
I’m using it now for a kicker and helping the house unit. Gets real cold here in Minnesota,.., try -44°F
I definitely love mine recommended for everybody thank you for your comment
I feel great I study black heating it's a rock marble texture it uses co2 based chemical that heats at 350 degrees for 96 hrs
These heaters are great. You can still convert the smaller buddy heater to run on a 30 lb tank.
Fabulous review!
Awesome job
Just for precaution I use the little buddy in line filter when using the larger bottles of propane, keeps the oil out of your heater. I've had mine for years and love it, mine is yellow (not common).
Thank you for the comment just saying the company as far as I've been told from them they do not need a filter if you were using the actual line from Buddy heaters
Good info... Looking too heat a 25ft sailboat
Nice job!
Well I need advice....I have a new Big Buddy heater straight out of the box. Have a new Mr Heater hose and a new Mr Heater filter. Hooked everything up and the attached to a full 20lb tank....the pilot lights with a beautiful blue flame quite easily. Move the dial to low and the pilot almost immediately peters out like i just ran out of propane and the element does not lite. What am I missing?
My stepdad has the big mr buddy heater and the adapter for the 20 pound tanks for heating his enclosed trailer. He is a drag racer
Thank you for the helpful video.
Thank you for the comment
Is the quick couple a left or right hand thread
Good video.... if you are a DIY 'er. You can heat your whole home for hours and hours off a car or deep cycle RV battery.
Let me clarify. If your home has a gas furnace. It runs off 110 volts. Same as a table lamp or toaster. The thing you must have is a 1000 watt inverter. Find the breaker box and find your FURNACE BREAKER . Yout furnace will have the 110 Volt wires running into your furnace. Disconnect these wires from your furnace and wire them to a pigtail plug. Then run the plug to the inverter. Plug the inverter to your DEEP CYCLE RV BATTERY and turn on the inverter. Set your thermostat at 65 degrees and you can heat your entire home off a battery. Just a thought. I've had to do it and it worked out well. If your not sure of the wiring. Maybe ask a friend to help. I always take a picture to refer to.
I'm looking on Amazon for a hose. I saw a post below that mentioned model # F271804. The only model hose I find on Amazon is Mr Heater "F271803" - 12' Hose With Regulator & Quick Disconnect. Is this ok to use too?
What about Filters on Hoses or Added between Hose & Buddy Heaters ?
Good job. May I suggest cooking food with them.
Well after living in a camper in Minot ND one winter the buddy heater was a life saver it was miserable cold.
We can definitely help out when you need them that's for sure
Thanks for the informative video. One correction though, the oil that clogs filters and can damage unfiltered LP appliances is actually an odorant added to LP tanks, to warn of leaks. Since propane is odorless, see this from Wikipedia: Ethanethiol is intentionally added to butane and propane (see: LPG) to impart an easily noticed smell to these normally odorless fuels that pose the threat of fire, explosion, and asphyxiation.
Very right sir. Many years of living with this type of system. These heaters SUCK to take apart to clean out the oil. It would be nice to see a design change that allows the oil to escape.
How Well does Buddy Heater Company Back Up its Heaters ? Will they Need Repairs ? Does the Company Repair Mr. Heaters if Failures Happen or if Bad Hose Clogs up the Heater or Pilot ?
I have a little buddy hooked to a 500 gallon tank 3/8 inch copper line and a regulator I started using it in October 2017 and January 2021 it quit working the therma couple went out so I bought a new heater. And I have an Ecofan wood stove fan setting on top of the stove. It burns 160 gallons each winter.
Great information thank you for your comment really appreciate it
I have the Big Buddy in case of a power outage. Well it went out for almost 3 days here in PA a few years ago a sub zero temps! These things work incredibly well. It actually kept my 1100sq.ft. home at a steady 70F in the main section of the house on Low setting only,,the 4000 BTU setting! Didn't even use one 20lb. tank in that outage that I refill locally to save more money. Good investments.
I've even considered looking into a ventless natural gas wall/floor heater with automatic thermostat as well. 30,000BTU But one with the ceramic tile style heaters like the Big buddy has as a backup for the house. I've seen the natural gas wall heaters with just the open flame before but noticed they left greasy brown stains on the persons wall so I would rather have one in the style of the MR. Heater Big Buddy. Then still have the Big Buddy propane if needed for the garage or other things.
Great review! I wish you would have turned the fan on to demonstrate how loud it is.
My son move to Florida. He gave me a big buddy heater.it had to copper runs from the heater ,he use a battery on back to keep warn he didn't want to use propane .WHAT type of battery ? He told me to put heater in trash. I have several small heaters they on 20lb.they are good heaters....should I try lawnmower small battery or big large flash light battery..please help me. Thank u.
I bought my Mr. Heater Buddy heater factory reconditioned for $58 bucks from Cabela's/Bass Pro. It did include my 10% military discount but still... I intend to buy a TEG fan but haven't gotten one yet.
Great information. Ty
Thank you very much for your comment
Why does one hose for the big buddy require a regulator and no regulator for the hose on the smaller unit?
How long is that 20 lb last in one of those heaters how many hours
I'm confused. Do you need TWO 20 lb tanks to run the double heater?