De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK vs Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968
De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK
Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968
The short answer
De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK and Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 finish almost level in our scoring (7.7 vs 7.6 out of 10), so the right pick depends on what you value most. De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK is stronger on noise & sleep-friendliness, safety and health & materials. Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 is stronger on heating performance and value. At current verified prices, the Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 costs about $84.96 less.
- Choose the De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK if: Very light sleepers who want no fan noise or air movement, and can accept a heavy unit and slow warm-up.
- Choose the Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 if: Owners of large primary bedrooms who need more output than a compact heater gives and can accept a low fan hum and a standby light. It is not a pick for the lightest sleepers.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK | Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 |
|---|---|---|
| Noise & Sleep-Friendliness | 9.0No fan. Bob Vila calls it virtually silent (subjective), with occasional clicks. | 7.4Bob Vila: a slight hum from the fan. No dB figure. |
| Safety | 8.2Thermal cut-off, tip-over switch and child lock. | 7.5Tip-over and overheat protection. The UL listing comes only from a retailer spec. |
| Heating Performance | 6.8Even radiant heat but a slow warm-up. One Walmart reviewer found it weak. | 8.6Room rose 10°F in 33 minutes in Bob Vila's test. |
| Bedroom Usability | 6.8Digital controls and a 24-hour timer, but heavy, with a dim display and no remote. | 6.9Remote, timer and digital thermostat, but the standby light and 19–25 lb weight count against it. |
| Health & Materials | 8.0No blower moving dust and a sealed oil reservoir. Faint odor on first use. 3-year warranty. | 6.5Fan-assisted. 3-year warranty. |
| Value | 6.0$189.95 is expensive. | 7.4$104.99 is fair for its large-room output. |
Specifications
| Spec | De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK | Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 |
|---|---|---|
| Heater type | Oil-filled radiator | Infrared quartz + PTC, fan-assisted |
| Fanless (no blower) | Yes | No |
| Manufacturer-rated noise | — | 39 dB |
| Tip-over shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Overheat protection | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing (ETL/UL) | — | UL |
| Thermostat type | Digital (ECO) | Digital (50–85°F) |
| Max timer | 24 hours | 12 hours |
| Remote control | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Weight | 25.61 lb | — |
De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK
Pros
- No fan noise or air movement
- 24-hour timer and child lock
- Tip-over switch and thermal cut-off
- 3-year warranty
- Sealed oil reservoir needs no refilling
Cons
- About 26 lb
- Slow to warm a room
- Faint odor on first burn-in
- Premium price, no remote
The right pick for very light sleepers who value silence above all. Run it once in a ventilated room first, then enjoy steady, quiet heat.
Full De'Longhi Dragon Digital TRD40615E / TRD40615EBK review →Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968
Pros
- Fast warm-up in Bob Vila's test
- Digital thermostat, 12-hour timer and remote
- Tip-over and overheat protection
- 3-year warranty
Cons
- Low fan hum
- Standby light in a dark room
- Heavy cabinet, about 19–25 lb
- Not the quietest option
A reasonable choice for big bedrooms where heat output matters more than silence. For ordinary bedrooms and light sleepers, the picks above fit better.
Full Dr. Infrared Heater DR-968 review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Quiet, Safe Space Heaters for Bedrooms of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.