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
The Buck Stove Model 91 and the Englander Blue Ridge 500 are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.4. The Buck Stove Model 91 leads on efficiency and convenience. The Englander Blue Ridge 500 wins on value and emissions. The Englander Blue Ridge 500 costs $2,583 less ($1,749 vs $4,332).
Englander Blue Ridge 500
#15 in Wood stovesFull review
A large pedestal stove for a bigger home, with a 3.5 cu ft firebox and up to 10 hours on a load. Have it installed to the manual and local code.
Englander $1,749$1,749
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 Buck Stove Model 91 for efficiency (80.4% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 71% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)) and convenience (takes 23 in logs, blower included vs takes 22 in logs, blower optional).
- Choose the Englander Blue Ridge 500 for value ($30.26 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,749, 57,800 BTU) vs $69.04 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,332, 62,745 BTU)) and emissions (1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 1.9 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 | Buck Stove Model 91 | Englander Blue Ridge 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 100 80.4% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 55 71% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 0 $69.04 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,332, 62,745 BTU) | 49 $30.26 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,749, 57,800 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 25 1.9 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 100 takes 23 in logs, blower included | 80 takes 22 in logs, blower optional |
Specifications
| Buck Stove Model 91 | Englander Blue Ridge 500 | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 80.4% | 71% |
| Emissions | 1.9 g/h | 1.6 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 10,400 to 62,745 BTU | 17,200 to 57,800 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | - | 110,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 3,200 sq ft | 2,700 sq ft |
| Catalytic | Yes | No |
| Blower | Included | Optional |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 4.4 cu ft | 3.5 cu ft |
| Longest log | 23 in | 22 in |
| Power needed | 120 V outlet | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 8 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | No | Yes |
| Safety listing | PFS/TECO (UL 1482) | - |
| Dimensions | 34.25 x 28.875 x 23.1875 in (W x D x H) | 28.125 x 31.25 x 35.125 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 620 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |