The 8 Best Golf Cart Heaters

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in November of 2018. Whenever you're dying to hit the links despite a chill in the air you can use one of these golf cart heaters to keep you warm as you drive from shot to shot. Some run on propane for portability while others hook up to the cart's battery for added convenience. We've ranked them here by their heating power, safety, ease of use and installation, and durability in the elements. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in November of 2018. Whenever you're dying to hit the links despite a chill in the air you can use one of these golf cart heaters to keep you warm as you drive from shot to shot. Some run on propane for portability while others hook up to the cart's battery for added convenience. We've ranked them here by their heating power, safety, ease of use and installation, and durability in the elements. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. Mr. Heater MH4GC

The Mr. Heater MH4GC (appx. $67) features a handy cupholder adapter that lets a one-pound propane tank sit comfortably in your dash area, and helps prevent the device from tipping over. If it does fall, or even endure a significant bump, it will turn itself off for safety.

Runs for five-and-a-half hours
Reliable push-button ignition
Easy to position

2. Stansport Deluxe Infrared

If you're playing a full 18 holes, you'll appreciate the fact that the Stansport Deluxe Infrared (appx. $33) can pump out 3,500 BTUs without fail for as long as eight hours. Its heat reflector helps distribute warmth throughout the vehicle.

Also great for marine environments
Rather quiet when in use
Includes a tabletop stand

3. Maradyne H-400012 Santa Fe 12V

The Maradyne H-400012 Santa Fe 12V (about $150) draws only 6 amperes, so you shouldn't have to worry about it pulling all the juice out of your battery before you make it all the way round the course. It's designed to be floor mounted and to put out heat in multiple directions.

Four adjustable louvers
Includes all necessary hardware
High and low fan speeds

4. Climate Caddy In A Cup

Consumers who are a bit wary about taking a gas canister along with them for a round might prefer the Climate Caddy In A Cup (appx. $199), which is designed to draw energy from your ride's battery without draining it as you stay nice and toasty.

Also works as a fan in warm weather
Vents direct the airflow
Weighs just over a pound

5. RoadPro RPSL-681 12V Direct Hook-Up

The knob on the front of the RoadPro RPSL-681 12V Direct Hook-Up (appx. $42) allows you to have nuanced control over its fan speed, which is nice if you're playing a round with a friend or two, as you can increase its reach throughout a cab.

Ceramic heating element
Comes with 14 feet of wire
25-amp draw is a bit intense

6. Heater Craft G200x

The Heater Craft G200x (around $335) is designed to be permanently installed, though it doesn't come with all the necessary hardware you would need to do the job, like the flush mount faceplate or under-dash mounting bracket, which are sold separately.

Runs on electricity
Puts out plenty of warmth
Drains batteries too quickly

7. GPD Portable Propane

Players whose courses have particularly dramatic climbs will be thankful that the GPD Portable Propane (around $50) has a pressure regulator designed to make sure that it works safely as you make your way through 18 holes at almost any altitude.

Base has four feet for stability
A bit on the bulky side
Tricky to get it lit

8. Parts Direct Portable Propane

The Parts Direct Portable Propane (appx. $51) is a rather simple device, which is one of the things that keeps its price pretty low. Unfortunately, more cautious golfers might not be comfortable with the features it sacrifices, like a safety shutoff.

Lights more quickly than some
Setup and use is uncomplicated
Not terribly durable

Last updated by Daniel Imperiale

Daniel Imperiale holds a bachelor’s degree in writing, and proudly fled his graduate program in poetry to pursue a quiet life at a remote Alaskan fishery. After returning to the contiguous states, he took up a position as an editor and photographer of the prestigious geek culture magazine “Unwinnable” before turning his attention to the field of health and wellness. In recent years, he has worked extensively in film and music production, making him something of a know-it-all when it comes to camera equipment, musical instruments, recording devices, and other audio-visual hardware. Daniel’s recent obsessions include horology (making him a pro when it comes to all things timekeeping) and Uranium mining and enrichment (which hasn’t proven useful just yet).

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