For a small to mid size home that wants long, clean catalytic burns and soapstone’s gentle heat in a compact stove.
Leisure Time $3,349 Lehman's $3,499The Hearthstone Green Mountain 40 is the better stove overall, rated 3.3 to 2.6. The Hearthstone Green Mountain 40 leads on efficiency, warranty and emissions. The True North TN10 costs $1,744 less ($1,605 vs $3,349).
For a small room, cabin or shop that needs simple, clean wood heat on a tight budget.
The Torch Guys $1,605 Flame Authority $1,985.50Prices 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 Green Mountain 40 for efficiency (79% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 72.6% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)), warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 3-year warranty) and emissions (1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 1.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)).
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 Green Mountain 40 | True North TN10 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 95 79% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 63 72.6% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 0 $139.54 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($3,349, 24,000 BTU) | 0 $91.19 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,605, 17,600 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 58 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 43 1.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 22 3-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 35 takes 16 in logs, blower optional | 20 takes 14 in logs, blower optional |
Specifications
| Hearthstone Green Mountain 40 | True North TN10 | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 79% | 72.6% |
| Emissions | 1.1 g/h | 1.4 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 14,000 to 24,000 BTU | 13,100 to 17,600 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 40,000 BTU | 30,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 1,400 sq ft | - |
| Catalytic | Yes | No |
| Blower | Optional | Optional |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.3 cu ft | 0.8 cu ft |
| Longest log | 16 in | 14 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | PFS | Intertek |
| Dimensions | 23.25 x 19.375 x 30.375 in (W x D x H) | 21.375 x 18.5 x 27.75 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 350 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 3 years |
