Vermont Castings Encore
#7 in Wood stovesFull review
For a mid size home that wants a classic enameled cast iron stove with top loading and clean catalytic burning.
Forge & Flame $4,169 Leisure Time $4,169$4,169
The Vermont Castings Encore and the Woodstock Progress Hybrid are evenly matched, rated 3.4 and 3.4. The Vermont Castings Encore leads on warranty and convenience. The Woodstock Progress Hybrid wins on emissions and efficiency. The Vermont Castings Encore costs $681 less ($4,169 vs $4,850).
Woodstock Progress Hybrid
#12 in Wood stovesFull review
For buyers who want a very clean, efficient soapstone stove with steady, gentle heat. It costs more than steel stoves of similar output.
Woodstock Soapstone $4,850$4,850
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 Vermont Castings Encore for warranty (10-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and convenience (takes 22 in logs, blower optional vs takes 22 in logs, no blower offered).
- Choose the Woodstock Progress Hybrid for emissions (0.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) vs 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA)) and efficiency (80% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) vs 76.8% EPA tested efficiency (HHV)).
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 | Vermont Castings Encore | Woodstock Progress Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Efficiency 30% | 84 76.8% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) | 100 80% EPA tested efficiency (HHV) |
| Value 30% | 0 $112.37 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,169, 37,100 BTU) | 0 $137.70 per 1,000 BTU of EPA tested output ($4,850, 35,222 BTU) |
| Emissions 15% | 56 1.1 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) | 100 0.5 g/h of smoke particles (EPA) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 10-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Convenience 15% | 80 takes 22 in logs, blower optional | 60 takes 22 in logs, no blower offered |
Specifications
| Vermont Castings Encore | Woodstock Progress Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA certification | ||
| EPA certified | Yes (2020 standard) | Yes (2020 standard) |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 76.8% | 80% |
| Emissions | 1.1 g/h | 0.5 g/h |
| Tested heat output | 12,800 to 37,100 BTU | 15,257 to 35,222 BTU |
| Heating | ||
| Fuel | Cord wood | Cord wood |
| Type | Freestanding | Freestanding |
| Advertised output | 48,000 BTU | - |
| Heats up to | 2,200 sq ft | 2,200 sq ft |
| Catalytic | Yes | Yes |
| Blower | Optional | None offered |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Fuel | ||
| Firebox | 2.3 cu ft | 2.8 cu ft |
| Longest log | 22 in | 22 in |
| Power needed | None | None |
| Installation | ||
| Flue size | 6 in | 6 in |
| Mobile home approved | Yes | Yes |
| Safety listing | OMNI | PFS (UL 1482-2022) |
| Dimensions | 27 x 22.75 x 25.75 in (W x D x H) | 30.5 x 25 x 33.5 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | - | 700 lb |
| Warranty | 10 years | 1 year |
| Released | - | 2011 |