Woodstock Survival Hybrid
#29 in Wood stovesFull review
For cabins, small homes and backup heat where space is tight. Clean and efficient, but too small to heat a whole house.
Woodstock Soapstone $3,057$3,057
The Woodstock Survival Hybrid is the better stove overall, rated 2.9 to 2.8. The Woodstock Survival Hybrid leads on efficiency and emissions. The True North TN20 wins on convenience and warranty. The True North TN20 costs $1,062 less ($1,995 vs $3,057).
True North TN20
#31 in Wood stovesFull review
For a mid size home that wants a plain, affordable steel stove that takes full length logs.
The Torch Guys $1,995$1,995
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 Woodstock Survival Hybrid for efficiency (79.4% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 72.7% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)) and emissions (1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)).
- Choose the True North TN20 for convenience (takes 20 in logs, blower optional vs takes 16 in logs, no blower offered) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | Woodstock Survival Hybrid | True North TN20 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 97 79.4% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 64 72.7% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 0 $112 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($3,057, 27,294 BTU) | 0 $68.32 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,995, 29,200 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 59 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 35 1.6 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 22 3-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 15 takes 16 in logs, no blower offered | 65 takes 20 in logs, blower optional |
Specifications
| Woodstock Survival Hybrid | True North TN20 | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 79.4% | 72.7% |
| Emissions | 1.1 g/h | 1.6 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 15,332 to 27,294 BTU | 13,900 to 29,200 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | - | 55,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 1,000 sq ft | - |
| Catalytic | Yes | No |
| Blower | None offered | Optional |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.2 cu ft | 2 cu ft |
| Longest log | 16 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) | Intertek |
| Dimensions | 19.5 x 26 x 36.5 in (W x D x H) | 21.625 x 28.75 x 28.125 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 310 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |