Drolet Escape 1800 vs Englander Blue Ridge 300-I

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Englander Blue Ridge 300-I rates 3.5 among inserts stoves; the Drolet Escape 1800 rates 3.3 among wood stoves ones. The Drolet Escape 1800 costs $250 less ($1,549 vs $1,799).

Drolet Escape 1800 vs Englander Blue Ridge 300-I

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 wood 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 weightEnglander Blue Ridge 300-IDrolet Escape 1800
Overall rating3.5/53.3/5
Efficiency 30%60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)
Value 30%62 $40.43 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,799, 44,500 BTU)39 $34.81 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,549, 44,500 BTU)
Emissions 15%15 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)15 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)
Warranty 10%44 5-year warranty100 limited lifetime warranty
Convenience 15%85 takes 20 in logs, blower included65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional

Specifications

Englander Blue Ridge 300-IDrolet Escape 1800
EPA certification
EPA certifiedYes (2020 standard)Yes (2020 standard)
Efficiency (HHV)72%72%
Emissions2.3 g/h2.3 g/h
Tested heat output14,200 to 44,500 BTU14,200 to 44,500 BTU
Heating
FuelCord woodCord wood
TypeFireplace insertFreestanding
Advertised output75,000 BTU75,000 BTU
Heats up to2,100 sq ft2,100 sq ft
CatalyticNoNo
BlowerIncludedOptional
ThermostatNoNo
App controlNoNo
Fuel
Firebox2.4 cu ft2.4 cu ft
Longest log20 in20 in
Power neededNoneNone
Installation
Flue size6 in6 in
Mobile home approvedNoYes
Dimensions50 x 26.5 x 34 in (W x D x H, with surround)25.625 x 25.75 x 32.625 in (W x D x H)
Warranty5 yearsLimited lifetime

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