Comfort Glow CGWS1500
#14 in Wood stovesFull review
A mid size stove for a cabin or small home up to about 1,200 sq ft that takes standard 18 in firewood. Pick a more efficient stove if you buy your wood.
Amazon $1,010.99$1,010.99
The Comfort Glow CGWS1500 is the better stove overall, rated 2.8 to 2.7. The Comfort Glow CGWS1500 leads on value. The Vogelzang VG1120E-BL wins on convenience. The Comfort Glow CGWS1500 costs $402.75 less ($1,010.99 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 Comfort Glow CGWS1500 for value ($25.48 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,010.99, 39,683 BTU) vs $35.63 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,413.74, 39,683 BTU)).
- Choose the Vogelzang VG1120E-BL for convenience (takes 18 in logs, blower included vs takes 18 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 | Comfort Glow CGWS1500 | Vogelzang VG1120E-BL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 30 66% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 30 66% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 62 $25.48 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,010.99, 39,683 BTU) | 38 $35.63 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,413.74, 39,683 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 12 2.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 12 2.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 11 2-year warranty | 11 2-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 50 takes 18 in logs, blower optional | 70 takes 18 in logs, blower included |
Specifications
| Comfort Glow CGWS1500 | Vogelzang VG1120E-BL | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 66% | 66% |
| Emissions | 2.4 g/h | 2.4 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 13,846 to 39,683 BTU | 13,846 to 39,683 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 68,000 BTU | 68,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 1,200 sq ft | 1,200 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Optional | Included |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.3 cu ft | 1.3 cu ft |
| Longest log | 18 in | 18 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | UL | - |
| Dimensions | 22.5 x 21.5 x 29.5 in (W x D x H) | 24.5 x 21.3 x 30.9 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 233 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2024-02 | - |