Drolet HT-3000
#5 in Wood stovesFull review
A low cost way to heat a large home up to about 2,700 sq ft with wood, with a big firebox for long burns.
Drolet $1,899$1,899
The Drolet HT-3000 is the better stove overall, rated 3.5 to 2.7. The Drolet HT-3000 leads on value, warranty and convenience. The Woodstock Fireview Soapstone wins on efficiency. The Drolet HT-3000 costs $2,351 less ($1,899 vs $4,250).
Woodstock Fireview Soapstone
#34 in Wood stovesFull review
For smaller homes that want the steady, gentle heat of soapstone in a classic cast iron and stone stove.
Woodstock Soapstone $4,250$4,250
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 HT-3000 for value ($32.85 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,899, 57,800 BTU) vs $75.22 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,250, 56,499 BTU)), warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 1-year warranty) and convenience (takes 22 in logs, blower optional vs takes 16 in logs, no blower offered).
- Choose the Woodstock Fireview Soapstone for efficiency (77% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 71% 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 HT-3000 | Woodstock Fireview Soapstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 55 71% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 85 77% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 43 $32.85 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,899, 57,800 BTU) | 0 $75.22 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,250, 56,499 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 80 takes 22 in logs, blower optional | 15 takes 16 in logs, no blower offered |
Specifications
| Drolet HT-3000 | Woodstock Fireview Soapstone | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 71% | 77% |
| Emissions | 1.6 g/h | 1.6 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 17,200 to 57,800 BTU | 10,590 to 56,499 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 110,000 BTU | 55,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,700 sq ft | 1,600 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | Yes |
| Blower | Optional | None offered |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 3.5 cu ft | 1.9 cu ft |
| Longest log | 22 in | 16 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | - | PFS |
| Dimensions | 28.125 x 31.25 x 36.375 in (W x D x H) | 26 x 20 x 28 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 485 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 1 year |