Englander Blue Ridge 100 N
#1 in Wood stovesFull review
A small, clean burning pedestal stove for a cabin, room or small house, with a tested 74% HHV efficiency. The short 5 hour maximum burn means more reloads overnight.
Englander $1,099$1,099
The Englander Blue Ridge 100 N is the better stove overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Englander Blue Ridge 100 N leads on value. The Buck Stove Model 91 wins on efficiency and convenience. The Englander Blue Ridge 100 N costs $3,233 less ($1,099 vs $4,332).
Buck Stove Model 91
#14 in Wood stovesFull review
For very large homes or drafty farmhouses that need maximum heat from wood with a big catalytic firebox.
Woodland Direct $4,332$4,332
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 Englander Blue Ridge 100 N for value ($15.42 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,099, 71,262 BTU) vs $69.04 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,332, 62,745 BTU)).
- Choose the Buck Stove Model 91 for efficiency (80.4% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 74% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)) and convenience (takes 23 in logs, blower included vs takes 17 in logs, blower optional).
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 | Englander Blue Ridge 100 N | Buck Stove Model 91 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 70 74% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 100 80.4% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 98 $15.42 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,099, 71,262 BTU) | 0 $69.04 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,332, 62,745 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 32 1.7 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 25 1.9 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 42 takes 17 in logs, blower optional | 100 takes 23 in logs, blower included |
Specifications
| Englander Blue Ridge 100 N | Buck Stove Model 91 | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 74% | 80.4% |
| Emissions | 1.7 g/h | 1.9 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 18,782 to 71,262 BTU | 10,400 to 62,745 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 75,000 BTU | - |
| Heats up to | 1,200 sq ft | 3,200 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | Yes |
| Blower | Optional | Included |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.9 cu ft | 4.4 cu ft |
| Longest log | 17 in | 23 in |
| Power needed | None | 120 V outlet |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 8 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | No |
| Safety listing | - | PFS/TECO (UL 1482) |
| Dimensions | 18.5 x 29.5 x 30.375 in (W x D x H) | 34.25 x 28.875 x 23.1875 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 620 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |