Is an insert better than a fireplace door installation?

[JJNelli]

I saw fireplace enclosure which advertised an improvement in heat output. However, can these be better than wood stoves inserted into a fireplace?

 

[bholler]

I saw fireplace enclosure which advertised an improvement in heat output. However, can these be better than wood stoves inserted into a fireplace?

An insert is far better

 

[jetsam]

One is a properly vented wood stove, one is a metal frame siliconed to an open fireplace.

They are not even vaguely close in terms of performance.

 

[heavy hammer]

An insert all the way.

 

[Dix]

I saw fireplace enclosure which advertised an improvement in heat output. However, can these be better than wood stoves inserted into a fireplace?

No. I tried it. No comparison.

 

[heavy hammer]

My parents tried every option out there for their fireplace before finally getting an insert. Nothing compares to the insert heat wise.