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 value, warranty and convenience. The Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid wins on emissions and efficiency. The Drolet Escape 1800 costs $2,491 less ($1,549 vs $4,040).
Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid
#24 in Wood stovesFull review
For mid size homes up to about 1,800 sq ft that want a clean burning steel hybrid with a decorative look.
Woodstock Soapstone $4,040$4,040
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 value ($34.81 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,549, 44,500 BTU) vs $84.17 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,040, 48,000 BTU)), warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 1-year warranty) and convenience (takes 20 in logs, blower optional vs takes 20 in logs, no blower offered).
- Choose the Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid for emissions (0.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)) and efficiency (77% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)).
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 | Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 85 77% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 39 $34.81 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,549, 44,500 BTU) | 0 $84.17 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,040, 48,000 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 15 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 100 0.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional | 45 takes 20 in logs, no blower offered |
Specifications
| Drolet Escape 1800 | Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 72% | 77% |
| Emissions | 2.3 g/h | 0.5 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 14,200 to 44,500 BTU | 10,000 to 48,000 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 75,000 BTU | - |
| Heats up to | 2,100 sq ft | 1,800 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | Yes |
| Blower | Optional | None offered |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 2.4 cu ft | 2.5 cu ft |
| Longest log | 20 in | 20 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | - | PFS (UL 1482-2011) |
| Dimensions | 25.625 x 25.75 x 32.625 in (W x D x H) | 30 x 27.5 x 33.25 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 490 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 1 year |