For a larger home that wants a lot of heat from a plain steel stove that is easy to run, at a mid range price.
Forge & Flame $2,599 Leisure Time $2,599The Quadra-Fire 4300 Millennium is the better stove overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Quadra-Fire 4300 Millennium leads on convenience. The Hearthstone Lincoln wins on efficiency and emissions. The Hearthstone Lincoln costs $200 less ($2,399 vs $2,599).
For a small space such as a cabin, tiny home or single room that wants clean catalytic heat in a very narrow stove.
Leisure Time $2,399 Lehman's $2,549Prices 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 Quadra-Fire 4300 Millennium for convenience (takes 18 in logs, blower optional vs takes 18 in logs, no blower offered).
- Choose the Hearthstone Lincoln for efficiency (78.5% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 74% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)) and emissions (1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 1.6 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 | Quadra-Fire 4300 Millennium | Hearthstone Lincoln |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 70 74% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 92 78.5% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 50 no EPA tested heat output (neutral score used) | 0 $116.98 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($2,399, 20,507 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 54 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 50 takes 18 in logs, blower optional | 30 takes 18 in logs, no blower offered |
Specifications
| Quadra-Fire 4300 Millennium | Hearthstone Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 74% | 78.5% |
| Emissions | 1.6 g/h | 1.1 g/h |
| Tested heat output | - | 14,545 to 20,507 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 61,700 BTU | 23,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 3,000 sq ft | 575 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | Yes |
| Blower | Optional | None offered |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 2.3 cu ft | 1 cu ft |
| Longest log | 18 in | 18 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | - | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | - | Yes |
| Safety listing | - | PFS |
| Dimensions | 26.25 x 28.625 x 30.5 in (W x D x H) | 14 x 24.5 x 28 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 315 lb | 250 lb |
| Warranty | - | Limited lifetime |
