Englander Blue Ridge 150-I
#4 in InsertsFull review
A small, efficient wood insert that turns an open fireplace into a real heater for a room or small house. The 90 CFM blower is included.
Englander $1,589$1,589
The Englander Blue Ridge 150-I rates 3.5 among inserts stoves; the ComfortBilt HP21 Pellet Stove rates 3.0 among pellet stoves ones. The Englander Blue Ridge 150-I costs $360 less ($1,589 vs $1,949).
ComfortBilt HP21 Pellet Stove
#25 in Pellet stovesFull review
A traditional looking mid-size pellet stove for a living area, but newer ComfortBilt models burn cleaner and cost less.
ComfortBilt $1,949$1,949
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 (inserts and pellet 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 weight | Englander Blue Ridge 150-I | ComfortBilt HP21 Pellet Stove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 75 75% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 80 76% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 46 $50.13 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,589, 31,700 BTU) | 10 $61.38 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,949, 31,753 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 39 1.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 39 1.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 62 takes 17 in logs, blower included | 36 up to 16 hours per hopper, thermostat |
Specifications
| Englander Blue Ridge 150-I | ComfortBilt HP21 Pellet Stove | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 75% | 76% |
| Emissions | 1.5 g/h | 1.5 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 8,471 to 31,700 BTU | 12,349 to 31,753 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Wood pellets |
| Type | Fireplace insert | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 45,000 BTU | 32,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 1,200 sq ft | 2,400 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Included | Included |
| Thermostat | No | Yes |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.1 cu ft | - |
| Longest log | 17 in | - |
| Hopper | - | 40 lb |
| Burn time per hopper | - | 16 h |
| Power needed | None | 120 V outlet |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | - |
| Mobile home approved | No | Yes |
| Dimensions | 27.875 x 21.875 x 20.125 in (W x D x H) | 23.5 x 24 x 33 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 275 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |