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These ratings are for stand alone heating appliances that burn natural or LP gas.
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This brand is made in the USA by Empire Comfort Systems and the stoves are available in the U.S. and Canada but only through a limited dealer network. The Spirit series models are available in both vent free and direct vent models. Their contour burner technology features a sloped ceramic burner with precision ports that produce vibrant flame effects. The stoves are available with standing pilot or intermittent pilot ignition and they offer an optional variable speed blower as well as steel or cast iron construction. Their heating output of either 20,000 or 26,500 BTU per hour is rather low and the guarantee on the units is not very good when compared to the other brands.
These stoves are made in Canada and they can be purchased through their limited dealer network throughout North America but their guarantee is not as good as some of the other brands. The Optima 45 models are available with either standing pilot or electronic ignition and they have a modern look and feel with a pedestal base and large bay window for viewing the fire. The units include a remote control that can also be wall-mounted as well as a variable speed fan to distribute the heat throughout the room.
This brand is manufactured in Canada by Valley Comfort Systems and the units can be purchased through their limited dealer network in the USA and Canada but their warranty is not very good when compared to other brands. The Clarity 26 model features mirrored glass inside for enhanced flame effects and they have a remote control that can also be wall-mounted. They are available with either standing pilot or electronic ignition and, although they do not include a blower as standard equipment, one is offered as an option. The units have modulating capability to closely match the heat required while maintaining the ambiance of the fire. The stoves have a 26,900 BTU heating capacity and are direct vented.
This brand offers vent free stoves that are made in the USA by New Buck Corporation and they can be purchased at Tractor Supply Company stores but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The Model 384 has a 33,000 BTU heating capacity and is available with a pedestal base or with Queen Anne style legs for a more traditional look and feel while the Model 1127 has a 25,000 BTU capacity and a large glass for viewing the fire. The units have a standing pilot for ignition which wastes energy when the stove is not on but they have a variable speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room.
This brand is made in the USA by Innovative Hearth Products but their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands. The Newcastle vent free cast iron stoves have a traditional look and feel to them and they feature a dual burner system and remote ready controls although a remote is not standard equipment with them. The stoves use cast iron construction and have ceramic fiber logs as well as a 35,000 BTU heating capacity.
This brand is made in Canada by Wolf Steel Limited and is available through a network of dealers in North America but their warranty is not very good when compared to the other brands that are available. The units use cast iron construction and are direct vented but they can use an existing chimney with an optional natural draft adapter kit. They use intermittent pilot electronic ignition which eliminates the wasted energy from a standing pilot. The CDVS 600 model has a 35,000 BTU heating capacity with traditional styling while the CDVS 500 has a 44,000 BTU capacity and a modern look and feel with a pedestal base and bay window and the CDVS 280 model has a 30,000 BTU heating capacity.
This brand is assembled in the USA by Factory Buys Direct but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The FDSR25 stove is vent free and it is dual fuel capable which means they can burn either natural or LP gas. They have a 26,000 BTU heating capacity and a temperature sensing remote control for convenience. The units do not have a blower as standard equipment but they offer one as an option.
This brand is made in Canada by Sherwood Industries Limited and is available in North America and Europe but only through their very limited dealer network. The S Series models offer modern styling with large windows for viewing the fire while the Westport cast iron model offers a more traditional look and feel combined with a battery powered ignition system. The Cube model features durable stainless steel burners with intermittent pilot for energy savings and a large window for viewing the fire. The warranty on the brand is not very good when compared to the other brands that are available.
This brand is made in the USA and is also available in Canada but only through their limited dealer network and their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The Bristol DX model features three windows for viewing the fire, a heating capacity of 26,000 BTU, and traditional styling combined with electronic ignition and a standard blower for distributing the heat throughout the room. The Waitsfield DX model uses a standing pilot which wastes energy but it has a larger 37,000 BTU heating capacity. The Stowe model is available in three colors, has a 22,400 BTU heating capacity, and features a standing pilot that automatically shuts off after seven days without using the stove while the Champlain model has a larger 35,000 BTU capacity. The brand is relatively expensive compared to others.
This brand is from Innovative Hearth Products and is sold through a very limited dealer network but their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands. The Epic model features modern styling with a large bay window for viewing the fire as well as a standard variable speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room. It has a 26,500 BTU heating capacity with electronic ignition that includes battery backup. The Serefina models feature more traditional styling and are available in four color options but they do not include a blower as standard equipment.
These stoves are made in the USA by Jotul North America and they are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands that are available. The brand offers a variety of cast iron stoves with either standing pilot or intermittent pilot ignition systems. The GF 160 DV models feature modern styling with a tripod base and three sided views of the fire as well as a remote control and a variable speed blower to distribute the heat throughout the room. The GF 300 DV models have more traditional styling with a 26,000 BTU heating capacity and, although a blower is not standard equipment, it is offered as an option. The GF520 models have integrated storage under the stove with modern styling and a large window for viewing the fire but they do not offer a blower to distribute the heat.
This brand is made in Canada and is available in the USA as well but only through a very limited dealer network. The stoves feature millivolt or intermittent pilot ignition and, although a blower is not standard equipment for the units, a variable speed fan is offered as an optional accessory. The FDV200S model features a mix of modern and traditional styling with legs and a large window for viewing the fire as well as a heating capacity of 28,500 BTU. The FDV350 model is a direct vent stove with a large bay window and a 35,000 BTU heating capacity while the FVF350 model is unvented with a higher heat capacity of 37,000 BTU.
This brand is made in the USA by Hussong Manufacturing Company and the stoves are backed by a very good guarantee but they are only sold through a very limited dealer network. The units have high and low fire settings so that the ambiance of the fire can be enjoyed without overheating the room. They are direct vented for energy efficiency and offer either millivolt or intermittent pilot controls. The Lakefield XL model has a large 40,000 BTU heating capacity and the intermittent pilot model includes a variable speed blower as standard equipment while the millivolt model offers the blower as an optional accessory. The Oakport model has a 24,500 BTU heating capacity as well as an optional blower for distributing the heat throughout the room.
This brand is made in the USA by Travis Industries but the stoves are only available through a limited dealer network and their warranty is not very good when compared to other brands. The Cypress model features modern styling with a bay window as well as their advanced GreenSmart control system which has a two thermostat modes and modulating capability. They have a 40,000 BTU heating capacity with a six speed fan to distribute the heat throughout the room. Their Premium Cast Iron stoves feature traditional styling combined with three sides of glass for great views of the fire. They are available in three sizes and feature intermittent pilot control with a standard six speed fan while the Radiant MV stoves have a standing pilot which wastes energy and, although they do not include a fan as standard equipment, it is offered as an optional accessory. The Radiant MV models do not have the side windows for viewing the fire.
This brand is made in the USA by Hearth & Home Technologies and the stoves are backed by a very good warranty but they are only sold through a limited dealer network. The brand offers direct vent stoves with a 32,700 BTU heating capacity and they include a battery backup system in case of main power failure such as during a winter ice storm. They have large windows for viewing the fire and modern styling. The Trilliant model features a variable speed fan for distributing the heat throughout the room and built-in Wi-Fi so the stove can be controlled through their Intellifire app, voice commands, or by remote control. The Ruby model does not have a fan and the Wi-Fi module is offered as an optional accessory but it is less expensive than the Trilliant model.
This brand is made in Canada and is backed by a good guarantee but the stoves are only sold through their limited dealer network. The Havelock model which is a part of their Distinct Series features modern styling with a large bay window, electronic ignition and a 44,000 BTU heating capacity while the Halliburton model has a 30,000 BTU capacity but it does not have a fan for distributing the heat. The Cast Iron Stove Series offers models with a more traditional look and feel to them and they use millivolt controls and a standing pilot which wastes energy. The Knightsbridge model has a 35,000 BTU heating capacity while the Castlemore model has a 25,000 BTU capacity but neither model has a fan to distribute the heat.
This brand is made in China and the stoves can be purchased directly through their website or Amazon store. The stoves can be used with either natural or LP gas and they have battery assisted piezo ignition but they use a standing pilot which wastes energy. The QNSD250T models have a 25,000 BTU heating capacity with thermostatic control while the QNSD250RT model has a remote control. The stoves are vent free and much less expensive than the other brands but their warranty is not very good.
This brand is made in Canada by Fireplace Products International which is a part of Nibe Group and the units are backed by a very good guarantee but they are only available through a limited dealer network. The Contura RC500E model has an ultra-modern look and feel to it as well as electronic ignition and a variable speed blower with battery backup to continue to provide heat during a main power outage. They have three sides with windows to view the fire and a heating capacity of 23,000 BTU. The Hampton cast iron models feature more traditional styling and they are available in three sizes with either standing pilot or electronic ignition. The Ultimate U38 model uses B venting and has a 40,000 BTU heating capacity with a bay window for viewing the fire while the U39 model has a 38,000 BTU capacity and uses direct venting which is more energy efficient.
These stoves are made in Canada by Inca Metal Cutting but they are only available through a very limited dealer network and their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The Westwood model has a modern look and feel to it. They feature a full function remote control and a variable speed fan to circulate the warm air throughout the room. The units can be operated in either standing pilot mode or with intermittent ignition but that feature does not make a lot of sense as standing pilot mode just ends up wasting money.
This brand is a division of Progressive Manufacturing Inc and the stoves are made in the USA. The ONE6 FS is a direct vent stove with a large window for viewing the fire. They have a programmable thermostatic remote for increased comfort and offer an optional variable speed blower. The units feature classic European styling and a reflective porcelain enamel firebox lining with a choice of media beds. Their self calibrating power vent system allows for installation and venting of the stove in any situation. The brand is backed by a very good warranty but they have a very limited dealer network and their heating capacity is rather limited at 13,500 BTU.
This brand is made and sold in the USA through a limited dealer network or online through bbqsandfireplaces.com but their warranty is not very good when compared to other brands. The Parlour model is a direct vent gas stove with classic pot belly stove styling and cast iron construction. The stove has a variable speed blower for distributing the heat throughout the room but it uses a standing pilot which wastes energy. They have a 31,000 BTU heating capacity while the Gnome model has a 22,000 BTU capacity. The Echo model features classic New England styling and is available in six colors but they do not offer a blower to distribute the heat.
This brand is made in Canada by Miles Industries Limited which is a part of Nibe Group and the stoves are available through a dealer network in North America. The Madrona cast iron stoves feature modern Scandinavian looks as well as a state of the art remote control system. The E-Pilot system allows for lighting the pilot with the remote control and the remote control also has a built in timer function as well as a thermostat. The President model has a more classic look and feel with a 20,500 BTU heating capacity. The stoves do not include a blower for circulating the warm air as standard equipment but one is offered as an optional accessory. The warranty on the units is not as good as many brands.
This brand is made in the USA by Hearth & Home Technologies and the stoves are backed by a very good warranty but they are only sold through a limited dealer network. The stoves are available with either standing pilot or intermittent pilot ignition systems and feature traditional cast iron styling with a variable speed fan to distribute the heat throughout the room. They offer multiple finish and control options including Wi-Fi through their Intellifire app. The Radiance model is their largest with a 38,000 BTU heating capacity while the Stardance has a 28,000 BTU capacity and the Intrepid has a 17,500 BTU capacity.
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