A mid size wood insert for heating a medium house from an existing fireplace, with a blower included and up to 8 hours on a load.
Englander $1,799The Englander Blue Ridge 300-I and the Englander Blue Ridge 150-I are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.5. The Englander Blue Ridge 300-I leads on value and convenience. The Englander Blue Ridge 150-I wins on efficiency and emissions. The Englander Blue Ridge 150-I costs $210 less ($1,589 vs $1,799).
A small, efficient wood insert that turns an open fireplace into a real heater for a room or small house. The 90 CFM blower is included.
Englander $1,589Prices 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 Englander Blue Ridge 300-I for value ($40.43 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,799, 44,500 BTU) vs $50.13 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,589, 31,700 BTU)) and convenience (takes 20 in logs, blower included vs takes 17 in logs, blower included).
- Choose the Englander Blue Ridge 150-I for efficiency (75% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)) and emissions (1.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every inserts stove; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Englander Blue Ridge 300-I | Englander Blue Ridge 150-I |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 75 75% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 62 $40.43 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,799, 44,500 BTU) | 46 $50.13 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,589, 31,700 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 15 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 39 1.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 85 takes 20 in logs, blower included | 62 takes 17 in logs, blower included |
Specifications
| Englander Blue Ridge 300-I | Englander Blue Ridge 150-I | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 72% | 75% |
| Emissions | 2.3 g/h | 1.5 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 14,200 to 44,500 BTU | 8,471 to 31,700 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Fireplace insert | Fireplace insert |
| Advertised output | 75,000 BTU | 45,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,100 sq ft | 1,200 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Included | Included |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 2.4 cu ft | 1.1 cu ft |
| Longest log | 20 in | 17 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | No | No |
| Dimensions | 50 x 26.5 x 34 in (W x D x H, with surround) | 27.875 x 21.875 x 20.125 in (W x D x H) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
