Could you mount one of these on a roomba and heat your whole house?

No - these do not heat 1000 sq feet as advertised. I have one per room and each room is 200-300 sq ft. They run a LOT and my ele bill is no better off than before. I cannot imagine trying to heat 1000 sq ft. Perhaps in a room that is extremely well insulated with a very very low ceiling - and where it doesn't get below 50 F. I do not recommend this or any other infrared heater.

The description says infrared heater heats up objects, not air. Yet this unit has a fan to distribute hot air. I see a contradiction here.

In reality all these so called IR heaters are fan forced convection heaters. If they didn't heat the air in the room the room wouldn't be very comfortable. All this malarkey about two kinds of heat is carefully worded to imply some sort of increased efficiency and just increases the complexity of the heater. I would choose this heater over the EdenPure but the truth is I would choose neither because of the price and the hype that they are somehow more efficient than other 1500 watt heaters.

Can the heater be plugged in to a corded surge strip or does it have to be plugged directly into a wall outlet?

To avoid the unit resetting and showing 90 in the display, you must plug it directly into a properly wired wall outlet directly. My iHeater 1500 by Holmes kept resetting this year and I was about to trash it when I simply tried a new wall outlet. So, if your unit runs briefly and then shuts down or resets try an outlet with no adapter, power strip, or extension cord and see if that gets it working for you again.

what is cost of electricity ?

zoncustomer... you are confusing two separate things. HIs electricity is costing him 14 cents per killowatt (use one kilowatt for an hour and it costs you 14 cents). So if the heater uses 1500 watts, or 1.5 kilowatts per hour, then it costs 21 cents an hour or 1.5 X .14 cents=.21 cents.

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🔥 Stay cozy, save energy, and roll in style with Dr. Infrared Heater!

SAFETY FIRST ALWAYS - UL certified with tip-over and overheat protection for peace of mind around kids and pets.
WHISPER QUIET COMFORT - High-pressure, low-noise blower runs at just 39 dB—perfect for bedrooms, offices, or any quiet space.
SMART ENERGY SAVING MODE - Auto cycles between high & low settings with a precise electronic thermostat (50-85°F) to optimize comfort and cut costs.
PORTABLE STYLISH DESIGN - Cherry wood cabinet with smooth caster wheels blends premium aesthetics with effortless mobility.
POWERFUL DUAL HEATING SYSTEM - Infrared Quartz + PTC tech delivers 60% more heat than standard 1500W heaters for rapid, even warmth.

The Dr Infrared Heater DR-968 is a premium 1500-watt portable space heater featuring a cutting-edge dual heating system (infrared quartz tube + PTC) that heats rooms up to 576 sq ft efficiently and quietly. Designed with safety in mind, it includes tip-over and overheat protection, an electronic thermostat with auto energy-saving mode, and a sleek cherry wood cabinet on caster wheels for easy mobility. UL certified and engineered in the USA, it offers superior warmth, energy savings up to 50%, and whisper-quiet operation, making it ideal for bedrooms, offices, and living spaces.

Specifications

ASIN	B002QZ11J6
Amperage	12.5 Amps
Best Sellers Rank	#73,994 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #41 in Indoor Electric Space Heaters
Brand Name	DR. INFRARED HEATER
Cable Length	72 Inches
Color	Cherry
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (28,186)
Form Factor	Cabinet
Fuel Type	Electric
Global Trade Identification Number	00837654715666
Heat Output	5200
Heating Coverage	576 square feet
Heating Element	Radiant
Heating Method	Radiant
Included Components	Heater, Remote Control, Owner's Manual, GN24A (AAA batteries)
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Dimensions D x W x H	13"D x 12.5"W x 17"H
Item Type Name	Infrared Space Heater
Item Weight	19 Pounds
Manufacturer	Dr. Heater
Max Temperature Setting	85 Degrees Fahrenheit
Min Temperature Setting	50 Degrees Fahrenheit
Model Number	DR-968
Mounting Type	Freestanding
Number of Speeds	3
Part Number	DR-968
Power Source	Corded Electric
Recommended Uses For Product	Bedroom, Home, Living Room, Office, Study Room
Room Type	Bedroom, Dining Room, Home Office, Nursery, Study Room
Smart Home Compatibility	Not Smart Home Compatible
Special Features	Portable,Tip-Over Protection,Overheat Protection,Remote Control,Electronic Thermostat,Wheels,Remote Control,On Off Timer,Noiseless,Energy Efficient
UPC	837654715666
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	120
Warranty Description	3 years warranty

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