ComfortBilt HP75C Cast Iron vs Drolet Escape 1800

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Drolet Escape 1800 rates 3.3 among wood stoves stoves; the ComfortBilt HP75C Cast Iron rates 3.1 among pellet stoves ones. The Drolet Escape 1800 costs $3,350 less ($1,549 vs $4,899).

ComfortBilt HP75C Cast Iron vs Drolet Escape 1800

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 (wood stoves 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 weightDrolet Escape 1800ComfortBilt HP75C Cast Iron
Overall rating3.3/53.1/5
Efficiency 30%60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)100 81% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)
Value 30%39 $34.81 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,549, 44,500 BTU)0 $113.15 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,899, 43,298 BTU)
Emissions 15%15 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)43 1.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)
Warranty 10%100 limited lifetime warranty22 3-year warranty
Convenience 15%65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional44 up to 22 hours per hopper, thermostat

Specifications

Drolet Escape 1800ComfortBilt HP75C Cast Iron
EPA certification
EPA certifiedYes (2020 standard)Yes (2020 standard)
Efficiency (HHV)72%81%
Emissions2.3 g/h1.4 g/h
Tested heat output14,200 to 44,500 BTU10,525 to 43,298 BTU
Heating
FuelCord woodWood pellets
TypeFreestandingFreestanding
Advertised output75,000 BTU43,298 BTU
Heats up to2,100 sq ft3,000 sq ft
CatalyticNoNo
BlowerOptionalIncluded
ThermostatNoYes
App controlNoNo
Fuel
Firebox2.4 cu ft-
Longest log20 in-
Hopper-65 lb
Burn time per hopper-22 h
Power neededNone120 V outlet
Installation
Flue size6 in-
Mobile home approvedYesYes
Dimensions25.625 x 25.75 x 32.625 in (W x D x H)-
WarrantyLimited lifetime3 years
Released-2024-07

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