There are a wide variety of backyard heating options to choose from. One of the options that has become more popular over the last few years are table top patio heaters. These are small devices that sit in the middle of a table that will help keep those around the table and on the patio a bit warmer than without it. There are advantages that this type of device does offer.

The first is that you have nothing large or bulky sitting on your porch or patio area. Many times the larger heaters take up space. For small patios this is a problem. A table heater won't do this to you as it rests on the table that is already there.

These heaters are also very easy to move. This is important for a few reasons. First it makes it easy to put out on the table and put away. Secondly, these types of heaters work best and have a much longer lifespan when you bring them indoors to protect them when not in use. This is easiest done with a portable heater like this.

These types of heaters run on propane. This means that you don't have to have natural gas line or electrical cords on your patio area to worry about bumping or tripping over. Also with propane you are free to put the heater wherever you wish.

Not only do you get heating but you also get a side benefit of a bit of light over the table area. With eating food or reading, this is an advantage since that little bit of light will make things easier to see. The heat is sufficient for those around the table. While this won't heat as well as a full sized model, it does exactly what it needs to be doing.

These devices have a lower cost. This means in many cases you can get two of these smaller ones for the price of a large model. With two, you have more options of heating the yard giving you an advantage over just one.