Which stove

[Ezras.papa]

Hello everyone! I'm about to install my first wood stove. I purchased the England's 50-SHSSW01 from lowes then I ran into a Neo 1.6 for $200 more, would like some opinions. I live in a 1200 SF manufactured home.

 

[Gearhead660]

Planning to use for zone heating or main heat? How well insulated is your home?

 

[Ezras.papa]

I have a furnace, just for added heat, ambiance and heat. Home is 9 years old so decent insulation.

 

[Gearhead660]

The Englander is bigger than the Neo by a fair margin. Should be able to heat the house without the furnace, which would be nice if you have frequent power outages. The Neo is a better looker in my opinion, and would work best for what you are looking to do with it.

 

[begreen]

Not the best comparison. The Englander's firebox is more square and can be loaded N/S. The Ne0 1.6 is an E/W loader. The Neo has a better and more robust baffle and firebox. What should be compared instead is the 50 SSW01 to the Pacifc Energy Super . The firebox sizes are equivalent, but the Super is more robust easier to service, better quality construction and design, very long track record and a longer burn time. Overall just a better, albeit more expensive stove.

 

[Ezras.papa]

I originally bought the England stove because that was about all I could afford its expensive to start, between the hearth, the stove, wood and the chimney. I just wanted to get your guys opinions, your replies are much appreciated!

 

[begreen]

Ah, the original post didn't say when the Englander was purchased. I was guessing it was earlier. There are several people here that have the 50 SSW01 and are happy with it. It's a good value. One difference I didn't mention is that the Englander will need at least 15' of flue, (stovepipe + chimney). This is sometimes a challenge in a manufactured home. The Neo and Super are less fussy and will work on a shorter flue system.