The Englander Blue Ridge 500-I is the better stove overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Englander Blue Ridge 500-I leads on value and convenience. The ComfortBilt HP22i Pellet Insert wins on efficiency and emissions. The Englander Blue Ridge 500-I costs $280 less ($2,219 vs $2,499).
A large wood insert for heating a bigger home from a big fireplace, with up to 10 hours on a load and the blower included. Check that your fireplace opening is large enough before buying.
Englander $2,219A strong, efficient pellet insert for anyone who wants real heat from an existing fireplace. Have it installed to the manual and local code.
Amazon $2,499Prices 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.
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every inserts stove; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Englander Blue Ridge 500-I | ComfortBilt HP22i Pellet Insert |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 55 71% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 100 81% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 67 $38.39 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($2,219, 57,800 BTU) | 30 $61.42 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($2,499, 40,689 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 61 1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 100 takes 22 in logs, blower included | 38 up to 18 hours per hopper, thermostat |
| Englander Blue Ridge 500-I | ComfortBilt HP22i Pellet Insert | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 71% | 81% |
| Emissions | 1.6 g/h | 1 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 17,200 to 57,800 BTU | 12,820 to 40,689 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Wood pellets |
| Type | Fireplace insert | Fireplace insert |
| Advertised output | 110,000 BTU | 40,689 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,700 sq ft | 2,800 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Included | Included |
| Thermostat | No | Yes |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 3.5 cu ft | - |
| Longest log | 22 in | - |
| Hopper | - | 47 lb |
| Burn time per hopper | - | 18 h |
| Power needed | None | 120 V outlet |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 3 in |
| Mobile home approved | No | Yes |
| Dimensions | 50 x 28.875 x 32 in (W x D x H, with surround) | - |
| Weight | - | 262 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
