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Bromic Tungsten vs Platinum vs Eclipse: Which Line Fits Your Space
Bromic sells three premium patio heater lines. Tungsten is the workhorse (gas + electric + freestanding), Platinum is the premium glass-fascia line (gas + electric + marine), Eclipse is the modern electric with integrated LED lighting.
By Reed · Updated November 10, 2026
What you need
Line comparison
- Tungsten
- Gas + Electric + Freestanding. Electric runs 2000W–6000W across four output levels.
- Platinum Gas
- 23,600 BTU or 39,800 BTU. Propane or natural gas. Ceramic-glass fascia + stainless frame.
- Platinum Electric
- Premium electric. Wall, ceiling, or recess-mount (standard + Low-Clearance Recess Kit).
- Platinum Marine
- Electric. IPX5 enclosed body. 5-year warranty. Built for coastal and marine environments.
- Eclipse Smart-Heat Electric
- Integrated LED (216.6 lumens, 3000K, 3 presets). Heat coverage up to 121 sq ft.
Step by step
Pick fuel first — gas or electric
Gas = higher total heat output per heater (23,600 BTU low, 39,800 BTU high on Platinum Gas), needs a gas line, higher install cost. Electric = zero combustion, plug-in up to a wattage cap (then hardwired), more flexible placement, usually cheaper to install.
Decide mounting style
Wall-mount is the default — fits most residential patios. Ceiling-mount (Tungsten Gas has 6 ceiling-mount sizes) is for covered pergolas with a defined ceiling. Recess-mount (Platinum Electric) sits flush in the ceiling for a cleaner look — needs a Recess Kit.
Match line to budget + aesthetic
Tungsten = best value, exposed-element design, commercial-grade. Platinum = ceramic-glass fascia, more residential aesthetic, best for premium outdoor kitchens. Eclipse = modern, integrates lighting, best for transitional/contemporary patios.
Confirm coastal exposure
If you're within 5 miles of saltwater, go Marine or Tungsten Freestanding. Standard wall-mount electric heaters aren't rated for the salt-corrosion load.
Common mistakes
- Spec'ing gas for a fully-covered pergola without vent-to-sky. Bromic gas heaters are OUTDOOR-rated and require open-sky ventilation. A fully enclosed covered patio with low ceilings needs electric — not gas.
- Picking a single 2000W electric heater for a 200-sq-ft patio. Electric heaters cover 50-125 sq ft depending on model + mounting height. A large patio needs multiple units, not one bigger one.
Hands-on tips
- Order the installation manual PDF from Bromic's Technical Resources page BEFORE ordering the heater — clearances determine whether your ceiling/wall actually supports the model.
- Platinum Electric Marine's 5-year warranty is the longest Bromic offers. If you're borderline coastal, worth the step-up cost.
Questions people ask
What's the difference between Platinum Smart-Heat Electric and Platinum Marine?
The Marine version has a fully enclosed body with IPX5 rating + 5-year warranty, built for direct salt-spray environments. The standard Electric is wall/ceiling/recess-mount but not salt-rated.
Does Tungsten come in freestanding?
Yes. Tungsten Smart-Heat Freestanding is a propane-powered standalone unit — same Tungsten gas burner, no gas-line install needed.
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