Englander Blue Ridge 500
#7 in Wood stovesFull review
A large pedestal stove for a bigger home, with a 3.5 cu ft firebox and up to 10 hours on a load. Have it installed to the manual and local code.
Englander $1,749$1,749
The Englander Blue Ridge 500 is the better stove overall, rated 3.4 to 3.2. The Englander Blue Ridge 500 leads on emissions and convenience. The Englander Blue Ridge 300P costs $300 less ($1,449 vs $1,749).
Englander Blue Ridge 300P
#11 in Wood stovesFull review
A mid size pedestal stove for a medium house, with an 8 hour maximum burn and side to side loading. Have it installed to the manual and local code.
Englander $1,449$1,449
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 Englander Blue Ridge 500 for emissions (1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)) and convenience (takes 22 in logs, blower optional vs takes 20 in logs, blower optional).
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 500 | Englander Blue Ridge 300P |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 55 71% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 60 72% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 49 $30.26 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,749, 57,800 BTU) | 44 $32.56 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,449, 44,500 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 15 2.3 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 44 5-year warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 80 takes 22 in logs, blower optional | 65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional |
Specifications
| Englander Blue Ridge 500 | Englander Blue Ridge 300P | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 71% | 72% |
| Emissions | 1.6 g/h | 2.3 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 17,200 to 57,800 BTU | 14,200 to 44,500 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 110,000 BTU | 75,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,700 sq ft | 2,100 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Optional | Optional |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 3.5 cu ft | 2.4 cu ft |
| Longest log | 22 in | 20 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 28.125 x 31.25 x 35.125 in (W x D x H) | 25.5 x 28 x 33.25 in (W x D x H) |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |