Drolet Escape 1800
#19 in Wood stovesFull review
A good value wood stove for mid size homes up to about 2,100 sq ft from a long running Canadian maker.
Drolet $1,549$1,549
The Drolet Escape 1800 is the better stove overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Drolet Escape 1800 leads on warranty. The Englander Blue Ridge 300L costs $130 less ($1,419 vs $1,549).
Englander Blue Ridge 300L
#22 in Wood stovesFull review
The leg version of the Blue Ridge 300 for a medium house, with an 8 hour maximum burn. It costs $30 less than the pedestal 300P.
Englander $1,419$1,419
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 Drolet Escape 1800 for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 5-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every wood stoves stove; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Drolet Escape 1800 | Englander Blue Ridge 300L |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 39 $34.81 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,549, 44,500 BTU) | 46 $31.89 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,419, 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% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional | 65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional |
Specifications
| Drolet Escape 1800 | Englander Blue Ridge 300L | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 72% | 72% |
| Emissions | 2.3 g/h | 2.3 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 14,200 to 44,500 BTU | 14,200 to 44,500 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 75,000 BTU | 75,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,100 sq ft | 2,100 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Optional | Optional |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 2.4 cu ft | 2.4 cu ft |
| Longest log | 20 in | 20 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 25.625 x 25.75 x 32.625 in (W x D x H) | 25.5 x 28 x 30.625 in (W x D x H) |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 5 years |