Hearthstone Heritage
#8 in Wood stovesFull review
For a mid size home that wants Hearthstone’s longest burning classic soapstone stove and can pay for it.
Leisure Time $4,849 Lehman's $4,999$4,849
The Hearthstone Heritage is the better stove overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Hearthstone Heritage leads on convenience. The Hearthstone Castleton costs $950 less ($3,899 vs $4,849).
Hearthstone Castleton
#17 in Wood stovesFull review
For a small to mid size home that wants a classic cast iron and soapstone look with clean, long catalytic burns.
Leisure Time $3,899 Lehman's $4,049$3,899
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 Hearthstone Heritage for convenience (takes 21 in logs, blower optional vs takes 18 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 | Hearthstone Heritage | Hearthstone Castleton |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 86 77.3% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 86 77.3% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 0 $166.11 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,849, 29,191 BTU) | 0 $158.88 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($3,899, 24,540 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 56 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 62 1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 73 takes 21 in logs, blower optional | 50 takes 18 in logs, blower optional |
Specifications
| Hearthstone Heritage | Hearthstone Castleton | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 77.3% | 77.3% |
| Emissions | 1.1 g/h | 1 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 12,889 to 29,191 BTU | 12,501 to 24,540 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 60,000 BTU | 45,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 2,000 sq ft | 1,500 sq ft |
| Catalytic | Yes | Yes |
| Blower | Optional | Optional |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 2.2 cu ft | 1.9 cu ft |
| Longest log | 21 in | 18 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | PFS | PFS |
| Dimensions | 28.125 x 21.625 x 30.25 in (W x D x H) | 25.5 x 21.875 x 27.5 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 580 lb | 520 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |