Heatstrip: The Complete Buyer's Guide
By Ash · Reviewed October 2026
The quick answer
Heatstrip is the Australian-designed slimline electric infrared heater that solved the ugly-aluminum-stand problem . Catalog depth: 41 configurations.
Who is Heatstrip?
Heatstrip is the Australian-designed slimline electric infrared heater that solved the ugly-aluminum-stand problem. 3-inch deep profile mounts flush under eaves or along patio beams; no bulky reflector, no visible element glow.
Two series: MAX DC Commercial (dual-element, 4000W-6000W, meant for high-ceiling commercial installs) and Classic Slimline (2400W residential). Both are 240V electric — simple hard-wire, no gas line.
At a glance
What Heatstrip prioritizes
Slimline profile
3-inch deep aluminum housing. Mounts flush, nearly invisible once installed.
240V electric
No gas line, no venting. Hard-wire to a 240V breaker + ceiling-mount in an hour.
MAP-protected
Pricing is identical across all authorized dealers. No price shopping needed.
When Heatstrip is the wrong choice
Heatstrip isn't the right fit for every buyer. If your budget is below the entry tier, or your install is temporary, or you're sourcing a single piece without the matching outdoor-kitchen ecosystem, ask us for a side-by-side with alternatives we also carry — getting the brand match right matters more than any single feature on the spec sheet.
Heatstrip — the questions buyers actually ask
Electric vs. gas patio heaters — which should I pick?
Electric (Heatstrip) if you want slimline profile, zero visible heat source, no gas-line routing. Gas (Infratech / Sunpak / Sunglo) if you want higher BTU + no 240V circuit. Electric runs ~$0.80/hour at a 2400W draw; gas runs ~$0.50/hour at NG rates.
Does Heatstrip need a 240V circuit?
Yes — all MAX and Classic Slimline heaters run on 240V dedicated circuit, hard-wired. A licensed electrician handles the install (not plug-and-play 120V).
What's MAX DC Commercial vs. Classic Slimline?
MAX DC Commercial is dual-element (two heater coils for faster warm-up + higher output) rated for commercial 10-14 ft ceilings. Classic Slimline is single-element for residential 8-10 ft eave mounts.
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Last reviewed by the FirePits.com editorial team on October 2026.
