Cleveland Iron Works PS130W vs True North TN25c

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Cleveland Iron Works PS130W rates 3.5 among pellet stoves stoves; the True North TN25c rates 3.1 among wood stoves ones. The Cleveland Iron Works PS130W costs $1,240 less ($1,499 vs $2,739).

Cleveland Iron Works PS130W vs True North TN25c

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.

Scores side by side

These two sit in different type classes (pellet stoves and wood stoves), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightCleveland Iron Works PS130WTrue North TN25c
Overall rating3.5/53.1/5
Efficiency 30%85 77% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)80 76% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)
Value 30%26 $50.81 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,499, 29,501 BTU)0 $93.80 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($2,739, 29,200 BTU)
Emissions 15%35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)56 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)
Warranty 10%44 5-year warranty22 3-year warranty
Convenience 15%100 up to 62.2 hours per hopper, thermostat, app control65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional

Specifications

Cleveland Iron Works PS130WTrue North TN25c
EPA certification
EPA certifiedYes (2020 standard)Yes (2020 standard)
Efficiency (HHV)77%76%
Emissions1.6 g/h1.1 g/h
Tested heat output12,746 to 29,501 BTU13,500 to 29,200 BTU
Heating
FuelWood pelletsCord wood
TypeFreestandingFreestanding
Advertised output34,129 BTU60,000 BTU
Heats up to3,000 sq ft-
CatalyticNoYes
BlowerIncludedOptional
ThermostatYesNo
App controlYesNo
Fuel
Firebox-2 cu ft
Longest log-20 in
Hopper130 lb-
Burn time per hopper62.2 h-
Power needed120 V outlet120 V outlet
Installation
Flue size3 in6 in
Mobile home approvedYesYes
Safety listing-Intertek
Dimensions24 x 24.5 x 36.5 in (W x D x H)21.625 x 29.875 x 28.375 in (W x D x H)
Weight221 lb-
Warranty5 years3 years
Released2018-07-

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