First my complaint, if it's justifiable.
The mister heater ( buddy).
Mine is not working as it should or did about 10 years ago. The pilot flame is weak, pretty much have to turn it to high to run and it shuts off frequently.
Given that said, I bought it new for $40.00 on clearance in a hardware store winter clearance. I used and beat the crap out of it and at 1 time threw it out of the shanty on fire, lol. So my complaint might not be allowed.. It's actually been running for 10 mins now. Huh.
I'm just saying they are expensive to replace.
When it started acting up 2 seasons ago, I bought the little buddy heater that screws right to the top of a bottle and it's been working fine, really it's better for the flip over.
BTDT:
Gather youradvice and reviews. The choice is always yours to make and putting eyes and hands on things helps.
I'm partial to shappell and frabill. I have friends and family who have Clam, Eskimo and otter brands as well so I see them in use.
A jet sled by shappell has been a staple for many years with good reason. They are very durable, their design is great in which ive loaded 2 plus gear, 3 people in a Subaru and small suv. A regular jet sled will hold enough gear. No matter what brand id get the cover. Keeping your gear all together and under cover is great. Really helps if it's snowing out as once you set up your sled will fill with snow otherwise. Of course you could flip it over, but...
Good luck on your purchases.
Btw, my buddy heater just shut off again. Ugh