Space Heaters

Heat Storm HS-1500-PHX-WIFI

#4 · Best 120V Smart Wall Heater
6.3 /10 Our score
Lowest verified price $134.99 Amazon
Our verdict
The best 120V option for small, insulated spaces if you value controls. Weigh the price against its limited output.

Pros

  • Broadest set of recommendations among 120V picks
  • Digital thermostat with Wi-Fi and voice control
  • Touch-safe grill
  • Plugs into a standard outlet
  • Overheat protection

Cons

  • Only about a 3 ft cord
  • Pricey for 1,500W
  • Not silent per one owner report
  • Safety listing not confirmed

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Last reviewed October 31, 2026
Review

What to know about Heat Storm HS-1500-PHX-WIFI

A slim 120V/1,500W wall-mounted infrared heater with Wi-Fi app and voice control, a 40–99°F thermostat, and tip-over and overheat protection (per Bob Vila). It is widely recommended for small or insulated garages and garage gyms.
Editorial notes

Why it stands out

Why we like it

Bob Vila rated it best overall in its electric garage heater guide, and Popular Science, Woodsmith, Reviewed and This Old House also recommend it. The thermostat holds a set temperature, the grill is touch-safe, and you can schedule it from an app, which helps if you want the garage warm before you walk out.

It needs only a standard outlet, so it suits garages and garage gyms with no 240V option.

What to know

Skip it for a large or uninsulated garage, where 1,500W won't keep up. A UL or ETL listing is not confirmed, Woodsmith lists no tip-over feature while Bob Vila reports one, and an owner reports some fan noise.
Performance

Score breakdown

Noise & Sleep-Friendliness

Independent noise results (CR noise score, measured dB from Bob Vila, Tom's Guide and Reviewed) count above manufacturer dB claims. Fanless designs, low-speed or ECO operation, and no harsh clicking or beeping all help.

6.0
No rated dB; an owner (Slickdeals) reports audible fan noise; quieter than 240V blowers but not silent.
Safety

Tip-over and overheat shutoff, ETL/UL listing, hot-surface and exhaust temperatures (CR), child lock, and the brand's recall history.

7.0
Tip-over and overheat protection per Bob Vila (Woodsmith conflicts); no UL/ETL listing confirmed; wall-mounted.
Heating Performance

How quickly and evenly the heater warms a typical 150–250 sq ft bedroom in independent tests.

4.5
1.5kW suits only small or insulated spaces.
Bedroom Usability

Thermostat precision (digital vs. mechanical), sleep/auto-off timer, remote, display brightness, size and weight, and how easy it is to place 3 ft from bedding.

8.5
Wi-Fi, voice, digital thermostat and remote; the 3 ft cord limits placement.
Health & Materials

Whether a fan stirs up dust, first-use odors, flame-retardant (V-0) housings, filters, and repairability and warranty length.

7.0
Plastic-fronted housing; no combustion; no recall found.
Value

Street price relative to performance, safety and warranty.

6.0
$150 for 1.5kW is expensive, though you need no electrician.
Specifications

Heat Storm HS-1500-PHX-WIFI specs

Design

Heater type
Infrared wall-mount (plug-in)
Weight
9 lb

Noise

Fanless (no blower)
No

Safety

Tip-over shutoff
Yes
Overheat protection
Yes
Cool-touch exterior
Yes
Safety listing (ETL/UL)
Not confirmed (Reviewed claims ETL; not found on manufacturer or retailer pages)

Controls

Thermostat type
Digital, 40–99°F; Wi-Fi app/Alexa/Google
Remote control
Yes

Ownership

Warranty
1 years

Electrical

Voltage
120V
Max wattage
1500 W
Power connection
120V plug (about 3 ft cord)
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