I purchased this heater in the Fall before the cool, rainy weather started. Decided on electric rather than gas heat, so there wouldn't be any gas tanks to fill up. We like to sit in the backyard year round while the dogs run around. My significant other is sensitive to the cold, so she enjoys sitting directly under the lamp. I prefer to sit off to the side, where I don't get the full heat blast. Overall, it's performed well to date and am glad we purchased it. Would recommend it to others.