Ashley Hearth AW2020-P
#5 in Wood stovesFull review
A mid size pedestal wood stove for heating a small to medium house with long firewood. Check the maker’s store price before buying on Amazon.
Amazon $1,249.99 US Stove Company $1,099.99$1,099.99
The Ashley Hearth AW2020-P is the better stove overall, rated 3.4 to 2.7. The Ashley Hearth AW2020-P leads on warranty, efficiency and emissions. The Ashley Hearth AW2020-P costs $313.75 less ($1,099.99 vs $1,413.74).
Vogelzang VG1120E-BL
#15 in Wood stovesFull review
A 1,200 sq ft plate steel stove with the blower included, for buyers who want circulation out of the box. The US Stove and Ashley versions of the same firebox cost less and carry a longer warranty.
Amazon $1,413.74$1,413.74
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ashley Hearth AW2020-P for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 2-year warranty), efficiency (70% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 66% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)) and emissions (1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 2.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every wood stoves stove; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ashley Hearth AW2020-P | Vogelzang VG1120E-BL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 50 70% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 30 66% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 45 $32.21 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,099.99, 34,150 BTU) | 38 $35.63 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,413.74, 39,683 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 12 2.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 11 2-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 73 takes 21 in logs, blower optional | 70 takes 18 in logs, blower included |
Specifications
| Ashley Hearth AW2020-P | Vogelzang VG1120E-BL | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 70% | 66% |
| Emissions | 1.6 g/h | 2.4 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 11,565 to 34,150 BTU | 13,846 to 39,683 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 89,000 BTU | 68,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,000 sq ft | 1,200 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Optional | Included |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.6 cu ft | 1.3 cu ft |
| Longest log | 21 in | 18 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 27 x 21 x 31.4 in (W x D x H) | 24.5 x 21.3 x 30.9 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 297 lb | 233 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 2 years |