ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove
#14 in Pellet stovesFull review
A mid-size pellet stove with strong tested output and a choice of colors, for heating the main living area of a home.
Amazon $1,749$1,749
The ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove and the ComfortBilt HP61 Pellet Stove are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.4. The ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove leads on value. The ComfortBilt HP61 Pellet Stove wins on emissions. The ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove costs $450 less ($1,749 vs $2,199).
ComfortBilt HP61 Pellet Stove
#17 in Pellet stovesFull review
A big, heavily built pellet stove for heating a large living area through the night on one hopper.
Amazon $2,199$2,199
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 ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove for value ($44.65 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,749, 39,170 BTU) vs $55.29 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($2,199, 39,769 BTU)).
- Choose the ComfortBilt HP61 Pellet Stove for emissions (1.2 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 1.7 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every pellet stoves stove; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove | ComfortBilt HP61 Pellet Stove |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 100 80% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 100 80% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 36 $44.65 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,749, 39,170 BTU) | 19 $55.29 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($2,199, 39,769 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 32 1.7 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 51 1.2 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 47 up to 24 hours per hopper, thermostat | 48 up to 25 hours per hopper, thermostat |
Specifications
| ComfortBilt HP50S Pellet Stove | ComfortBilt HP61 Pellet Stove | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 80% | 80% |
| Emissions | 1.7 g/h | 1.2 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 17,794 to 39,170 BTU | 17,617 to 39,769 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Wood pellets | Wood pellets |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 41,000 BTU | 40,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,200 sq ft | 3,000 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Included | Included |
| Thermostat | Yes | Yes |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Hopper | 47 lb | 51 lb |
| Burn time per hopper | 24 h | 25 h |
| Power needed | 120 V outlet | 120 V outlet |
| Installation | ||
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 20.5 x 24 x 36 in (W x D x H) | 24 x 30 x 35 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 264 lb | 319.5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |