I know that this is a tough question to answer because there are so many variables.........but if you were to put together a list of the "ten best wood stoves" what makes/models would be on your list? Given that heating capacity is relative to individual need and doesn't really reflect upon the quality of the stove, I guess I'd use the following criteria to rate stoves:
1. Initial cost
2. Cost of maintenance over lifetime of stove (durability, cost and availability of replacement parts, ease of repair, etc)
3. Ease of use (i.e lights easily, "set it and forget it" or constant monitoring? CAT, non-cat, ash drawer, etc)
4. Looks/Aesthetics
Thanks!
NP
1. Initial cost
2. Cost of maintenance over lifetime of stove (durability, cost and availability of replacement parts, ease of repair, etc)
3. Ease of use (i.e lights easily, "set it and forget it" or constant monitoring? CAT, non-cat, ash drawer, etc)
4. Looks/Aesthetics
Thanks!
NP