Lasko CT24950 Ellipse 24" Tower Space Heater with Remote Control, Black review

The Lasko CT24950 is a 24-inch ceramic floor tower with three heat levels, two separate fan-only speeds, base oscillation, a physical remote and an auto-off countdown. Its named remote Sleep Mode is distinct from Night Mode; neither that function nor the timer permits unattended operation.

One exact current U.S. configuration

Lasko’s current U.S. page identifies a black CT24950. The archived All Heaters row has one Default Title variant, SKU CT24950 (native product 9196141543701; variant 48488829583637), marked available in the October 23, 2026 snapshot. That is a dated observation, not a stock promise. The page-linked bilingual Rev A 08/24 manual explicitly covers CT24950; an older official New 05/24 manual for the same model was also inspected.

The first official product-gallery image is associated with this single-SKU row, not directly linked to a variant ID. The original square image shows the dark tower, its broad base and a separate Lasko remote. Lasko does not say whether it is a photo or a studio rendering.

Three heat levels plus fan-only air

The exact manual lists High, Medium and Low heat, plus Fan Mode F1 (Low) and F2 (High). The fan speeds move air without heat; they are not two more heat levels and do not cool like an air conditioner. Lasko lists 750–1,500 W at 120 V and 7.5–12.5 A, but does not map watts to each heat level, so that detail remains unknown.

The manual describes automatic temperature control in heat modes. Auto can operate from High or Medium; Eco uses automatic control on Low. In Sleep Mode the existing setting continues for an hour, then the heater switches to low-heat automatic control aimed at 68°F. The stated shutoff and restart points are two degrees above and one degree below the set point; these are maker instructions, not a room-accuracy test.

Sleep Mode is not Night Mode

The remote selects Auto, Eco and Sleep. Sleep Mode turns off the display, holds the current setting for an hour and then changes to the low-heat 68°F routine. By contrast, the product specification table says “No Night Mode.” The display also dims automatically after ten seconds, and a Display Snooze button turns it on or off; neither feature is a brightness slider. The page’s “less than 40 dB” claim lacks a test method, while its table gives 0 dBA, so there is no reliable numeric sound rating to compare.

The off countdown reaches 12 hours: half-hour increments to two hours, then hourly steps to twelve. It does not schedule a later start. The instructions say not to leave the heater operating unattended. A three-second control lock disables heater functions except Power and leaves active settings running; it limits changes, but is not a childproof barrier or safety shutdown.

Oscillation, dimensions and the actual footprint

The manual documents horizontal base oscillation. The page’s “120° heat distribution” is not identified as the mechanical sweep angle, so a numeric swing threshold is not confirmed. The listed 300-square-foot coverage is also a manufacturer claim, not an independent room-heating result.

Lasko lists a 24.1-inch body, 9.12 inches wide and deep. Its page says 5.0 pounds, while the native variant record says 3,629 g (about eight pounds); weight remains unknown. More important for a tight room, the manual requires 36 inches clear in front and 12 inches at the sides and rear. The body dimensions do not describe the operating space.

Plan a supervised, dry indoor setup

Use the assembled heater on a stable, flat, level floor and plug it directly into a 120-volt wall receptacle. The manual rules out extension cords, power strips, surge protectors and adapters, and advises against sharing the outlet or circuit with other devices. It also excludes bathrooms, laundry rooms, wet or damp locations, outdoor use, and agricultural or hazardous settings.

The manual lists a tip-over switch and thermal-overload protector, but those do not cancel clearance or supervision rules. If the thermal protector trips, unplug the unit and let it cool for ten minutes before reconnecting and following the operating steps. For routine care, unplug it and vacuum the intake grilles with a brush every two weeks; do not disassemble it. Lasko lists ETL status, cool-touch housing and a three-year limited warranty as manufacturer specifications, not independent tests.

Who may want it—and when to pass

Consider the CT24950 for a supervised dry room where three heat levels, fan-only airflow, a remote, a control lock and the defined Sleep Mode sequence matter. Its 24.1-inch height may fit where a 30-inch tower will not, but it still needs the full clearances above. Pass if you need app control, a delayed start, a measured sweep angle, bathroom use or a verified weight. An empty exact-model CPSC lookup on October 24, 2026 is not broad recall clearance; check current notices and the manual.

For another remote-equipped floor tower, compare the CT30300 review and CT24950-versus-CT30300 guide, especially their different fan-only and remote controls. Confirm the exact SKU on any retailer listing and read the manufacturer-linked CT24950 manual before setup.