US Stove US1100E-L
#13 in Wood stovesFull review
A plain, affordable plate steel stove for heating a room or small house with 18 in firewood. Buyers who want to burn less wood should look at a more efficient model.
Amazon $1,099.99$1,099.99
The US Stove US1100E-L is the better stove overall, rated 3.1 to 2.7. The US Stove US1100E-L leads on warranty and value. The Vogelzang VG1120E-BL wins on convenience. The US Stove US1100E-L costs $313.75 less ($1,099.99 vs $1,413.74).
Vogelzang VG1120E-BL
#15 in Wood stovesFull review
A 1,200 sq ft plate steel stove with the blower included, for buyers who want circulation out of the box. The US Stove and Ashley versions of the same firebox cost less and carry a longer warranty.
Amazon $1,413.74$1,413.74
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 US Stove US1100E-L for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 2-year warranty) and value ($27.72 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,099.99, 39,683 BTU) vs $35.63 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,413.74, 39,683 BTU)).
- Choose the Vogelzang VG1120E-BL for convenience (takes 18 in logs, blower included 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 | US Stove US1100E-L | Vogelzang VG1120E-BL |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 30 66% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 30 66% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 56 $27.72 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,099.99, 39,683 BTU) | 38 $35.63 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($1,413.74, 39,683 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 12 2.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 12 2.4 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 11 2-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 50 takes 18 in logs, blower optional | 70 takes 18 in logs, blower included |
Specifications
| US Stove US1100E-L | Vogelzang VG1120E-BL | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 66% | 66% |
| Emissions | 2.4 g/h | 2.4 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 13,846 to 39,683 BTU | 13,846 to 39,683 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 68,000 BTU | 68,000 BTU |
| Heats up to | 1,200 sq ft | 1,200 sq ft |
| Catalytic | No | No |
| Blower | Optional | Included |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 1.3 cu ft | 1.3 cu ft |
| Longest log | 18 in | 18 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 24.5 x 21.3 x 30.9 in (W x D x H) | 24.5 x 21.3 x 30.9 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 233 lb | 233 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 2 years |