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 $1,419The Englander Blue Ridge 300L and the Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid are evenly matched, rated 3.2 and 3.2. The Englander Blue Ridge 300L leads on value, warranty and convenience. The Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid wins on emissions and efficiency. The Englander Blue Ridge 300L costs $2,621 less ($1,419 vs $4,040).
For mid size homes up to about 1,800 sq ft that want a clean burning steel hybrid with a decorative look.
Woodstock Soapstone $4,040Prices 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 300L for value ($31.89 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,419, 44,500 BTU) vs $84.17 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,040, 48,000 BTU)), warranty (5-year 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 | Englander Blue Ridge 300L | Woodstock Absolute Steel Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 85 77% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 46 $31.89 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,419, 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% | 44 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional | 45 takes 20 in logs, no blower offered |
Specifications
| Englander Blue Ridge 300L | 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 | 25.5 x 28 x 30.625 in (W x D x H) | 30 x 27.5 x 33.25 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 490 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
