Heats right up although field of coverage is limited. Would have been better if it had a fan to direct the heat. Directions for assembly are too small to read so I had to assemble it intuitively which took longer. Carrying handle is flimsy and the screws holding it to the heater head work loose and widen the holes they're set in so I took it off. Also there is a problem with the neck as it swivels and won't lock in place.
Note: I've only used it once as it's been too cold out and it doesn't cast heat far enough to warm me outside. This is probably best for indoor use in a garage/workshop or when the weather is in the 50 to 60 degree range and not windy