The UK's bestHeat Guns2022 Review

Producing a range of quality and affordable heat guns, SEEKONE have managed to produce one of the best heat gun kits for a surprisingly reasonable price.

The first thing to note about this heat gun is the excellent set of accessories you get with it. If you’re new to using one of these bits of kit, you can get to work straight away. You don’t need to buy pretty much anything else.

The build quality is good considering the price of this heat gun. The airspeed selector switch sits handily on the back of the handle just below the temperature control dial. They both feel solid and reasonably well put together.

SEEKONE have included three different sizes of standard cone tip. There’s also a wide flat tip and a glass protection tip. It looks like it’ll come in handy for all sorts of paint removal jobs. To go with the tips, they’ve also thrown in a standard putty scraper and a triangular pull scraper too. Everything you need to get to work.

Spec-wise, this heat gun weighs just under 1 kg and puts out a maximum of 600° C. It uses the 2,000 Watt power input to put out up to 500 litres per minute airflow.

It’s worth buying this heat gun if you don’t have a set of scrapers already, and the tip shapes will certainly come in handy for some jobs. You can stand the heat gun on its end for free-hand work, but it’s not as stable as the DeWalt.

The DeWalt D26411-GB is probably the best heat gun you can find right now. It’s robust, powerful, and has a stable base for hands-free use. DeWalt is one of the best known and most loved power tool brands in the world, and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on their heat gun.

First off, this is a sturdy tool. It feels like it’s made from the same glass-fibre reinforced polymer used on DeWalt’s drills rather than the flimsy plastic used on some budget models. I reckon this thing will last for years.

Now for the specs. This heat gun weighs just 650 g but puts out up to 600° C using the powerful 1800 Watt power input. You can select from two different airflow speeds, up to 450 litres per minute airflow and it makes a maximum noise of 79 dB during use.

DeWalt have included two quality tips as well. A fishtail one that will be great for paint stripping, and a narrow cone for when you want more control over the heat spot.

The temperature control dial on the back of the tool feels solid and creates a flat base for the gun to stand upright for hands-free use. Combine it with the clever two-legged stand on the bottom of the handgrip, and you’ve got a solid base to work with. It’s the best heat gun I’ve tried out so far.

Easily one of the best known European tool brands, Germany’s Bosch have two main lines of tools. “Blue” professional tools and “green” DIY level tools. This handy UniversalHeat 600 heat gun fits into the DIY section, but don’t be fooled, it’s a sturdy and reliable little beast.

I like the build quality on this heat gun, it’s what you’d expect from Bosch. The rubberised over-moulded handle is supremely comfortable and the whole thing feels solid and not a plastic toy.

What makes this one of the best heat guns I’ve had a chance to try out is the three-step switch. You can’t change the temperature with a dial, but Bosch have selected three levels of heat and airflow that just seem to work.

As for the specs, this is a super lightweight heat gun at just over 500 g. It makes the most of its 1800 Watt power to create 600° C. It can put out up to 500 litres per minute airflow.

The included tip is of good quality, but you only get the one. I like the fact that they lock in using a collar but buying more of them for different applications can work out costly. It’s a bit of a shame that this heat gun doesn’t stand up on its end very well for hands-free work.

Manchester-based VonHaus have been taking the DIY world by storm with their extensive range of handy tools and accessories. Their heat gun is hugely powerful, comfortable to use and comes with a decent set of tips.

Decked out in VonHaus’s recognisable orange colours, the handle is non-slip and feels comfortable. The three-stage trigger is handy provided you don’t squeeze the handle too hard, and the overall feel is good. It’s a sturdy heat gun.

As for the specs, this heat gun’s a little heavier than some of the competition at just over 1 kg. You can excuse the extra heft because it puts out a huge 2000 Watts of heat power. This heat is produced at two selectable temperatures- 350° C and 550° C. The airflow speed’s a bit higher at 550 litres per minute too.

What makes this one of the best heat gun kits as far as I’m concerned is the accessory kit though. The four tips are of good quality and should set you up for any heat gun job. You get a glass protection nozzle, air spreader, concentrator, and reflector tip as well. It makes for a formidable kit for not a lot of money.

Power tool brand Ginour have made a powerful heat gun kit. It comes with a decent set of accessories, hands-free capability and won’t empty your wallet when you buy it.

Another full kit, this is an ideal heat gun to buy if you want all the accessories thrown in. The build quality isn’t exactly as good as the DeWalt or the Bosch. However, for this price, you’re not going to argue too much.

It’s a solid-feeling unit, with a comfortable handle and three-stage switch for controlling the heat settings. I like the moulding on the back of the unit. It splays out so it can be stood up on its end, making it a solid choice for hands-free use.

As for the specs, a power input of 2000 Watts pushes the heat up to 550° C at 550 litres per minute. Weighing in at close to 1 kg, it’s not exactly heavy but it’s a bit weightier than the competition. You get two selectable modes to choose from as well.

What makes the Ginour heat gun rather useful though is the accessory pack. There are plenty of tips for all sorts of jobs. A wide fishtail, glass protector, reflector, and concentrator for creating narrow heat spots. They’ve also chucked in a pair of scrapers. A standard knife and triangular one for all sorts of renovation jobs.

Japanese tool brand Ryobi are famous for producing excellent cordless power tools. Their excellent ONE+ battery system allows you to share them across their range of 18V tools. Power up anything from a lawnmower to a circular saw without needing to buy separate batteries! Their R18HG-0 18V heat gun cuts the power cord and lets you use a heat gun wherever you want, even off-grid.

Starting with the build quality- if you’re familiar with Ryobi tools you’ll know what to expect. The quality of the finish is like one of their drills, no cheap bendy plastic or uncomfortable handle here! You get the same comfortable GripZone technology found on their combi drills, and it’s a pleasure to hold.

The stats aren’t bad for a battery-powered heat gun either. It puts out 470° C and takes just 60 seconds to get up to full temperature. When you bear in mind that this doesn’t use mains power, that’s an impressive feat.

You get a couple of attachments to use with the heat gun as well. There’s a reflector for heat shrinking or pipe bending, and a reducer nozzle thrown in for when you need concentrated heat. They’re good quality and don’t have a proprietary connector system, so you can use aftermarket accessories with this heat gun.

If you’re going to be away from the mains power supply, up a ladder, or you just hate tripping over power cords, this is the heat gun for you! Even better if you’ve bought into Ryobi tools already, as this comes without a battery or charger included.

Terratek make an impressive range of DIY gear, from paint sprayers to hedge trimmers. They also make one of the best 2,000 Watt heat guns I’ve tried out.

This is a futuristic-looking heat gun with a large, rubberised handle. It’s more comfortable to use than some of the more expensive heat guns that just have a plastic handle. This makes it ideal for long paint stripping sessions and overall ergonomics.

There’s a variable heat selection dial on the back and two fan speeds to choose from. It’s rather heavy, but you can rest it on its back for hands-free use. The big 2,000 Watt motor puts out 80° – 600° C and a range of air flows from 300 – 500 litres per minute. Not bad stats for a relatively inexpensive heat gun.

You also get a decent set of accessories to go with the heat gun. There are four different nozzles to choose from too. You get a fish tail, a classic reduction tip, a glass protection nozzle, and a light carbon nozzle.

It’s another excellent value for money 200 Watt heat gun for stripping paint, heat shrinking cables or removing old stickers. It’s powerful but wonderfully comfortable to use.

What sets this ETEPON heat gun apart from the rest of the competition is the size.

It’s a mini heat gun that’s great when you need accuracy over power and portability over fan power. In fact, I think it’s one of the best mini heat guns I’ve tried out so far. If you’re a hobbyist or electrician who needs to save on toolkit space, this is the one for you.

Compared with most full-size heat guns, this hot air machine looks more like an oversize board marker. You hold it like a pen rather than a pistol, and it creates a much more localised heat patch than one of the big boys.

This heat gun is perfect for smaller and more delicate jobs when a regular heat gun’s blast of air is too big and clumsy. If you’re planning on doing a lot of heat shrinking or crafting, this is the right heat gun for you.

The shape means you can direct it accurately, and the stand on the end is great for when you want to go hands-free and have a horizontal blast of hot air. It’s got a nice textured grip on it as well, so it shouldn’t be too slippery.

As for the specs, this 300 Watt tool only heats up to 200° C. It’s not designed for stripping paint off a ceiling anyway. It weighs just 300 g and takes up much less room than a full-size heat gun.