Infrared Reptile Heat Lamps — Top 5 Options in Canada (2025): An Expert-Tested Night-Heating Guide to Safer, Low-Light Thermal Care

Exo Terra Infrared Basking Spot 100W is best-in-class for targeted daytime basking in medium enclosures because it delivers a focused infrared hotspot with a balance of heat and visible red light that encourages natural thermoregulatory behavior. Compared with the higher-wattage Heat Glo 150W it is more energy-efficient for moderate setups and provides stronger visible basking cues than ceramic emitters while offering noticeably more heat than lower-wattage options like Zoo Med 75W or Fluker's 60W.

Zoo Med Nocturnal Infrared Heat Lamp 75W is positioned as a market leader for night-time heating thanks to its low visible output and steady infrared warmth that keeps nocturnal species comfortable without disrupting their day–night cycle. It consumes less power than high-wattage basking lamps and serves as a cost-effective, easily replaceable solution for small-to-medium terraria when compared to higher-wattage spot lamps or the higher upfront cost of ceramic emitters.

Fluker's Red Heat Bulb 60W is the budget-friendly choice favored for hatchling enclosures and small setups, delivering gentle infrared heat with a visible red glow for nighttime observation. While it cannot match the deeper radiant output or longevity of Exo Terra's Heat Glo 150W or a ceramic emitter, its low upfront cost and wide availability make it a practical spare or starter lamp.

Exo Terra Heat Glo Infrared Spot Lamp 150W is the high-power option for large enclosures and species requiring intense basking temperatures, offering superior radiant heat penetration and a reliable focused hotspot. Although it has higher energy use and initial cost than the lower-wattage bulbs in this list, its ability to produce a single, consistent basking zone often reduces the need for multiple fixtures and positions it as the top technical performer for demanding setups.