Pellet stoves
Proven record or outage backup?
Both cost about $2,299. One has the largest buyer record on our shelf. The other solves the great weakness of pellet heat.
| Compared on | HP22 Pellet Stove | Independence PS21 Pellet Stove |
|---|---|---|
| Stated output | Up to 41,000 BTU | Up to 34,700 BTU |
| Stated area | Up to 2,800 sq ft, mild conditions | 800 to 1,800 sq ft |
| Battery backup | Not offered | Over 40 hours on two 12V batteries, sold separately |
| Amazon ratings | 291 at 4.4 | 60 at 4.3 |
| Warranty | Not in what we read | 5-year limited |
| Listed on amazon.com | Yes | Yes |
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Choose the HP22 for a larger stated area and the stronger record.
Choose the PS21 if outages are a real concern.
No, they are sold separately.
No, not without backup.
up to 41,000 BTU per hour · up to 2,800 sq ft · 55 lb hopper · up to 20 hours stated · 273 lb · bay window
A pellet stove with 291 ratings at 4.4 out of 5, a 55 lb hopper and a bay window.
Best for: A buyer who wants the most proven pellet stove and will pay for it.
≈ $2299
up to 34,700 BTU · 800 to 1,800 sq ft · battery backup over 40 hours stated · Wi-Fi · touchscreen · 5-year warranty
A stove built for power outages: a 24V system that runs on two 12V batteries, sold separately, for over 40 hours.
Best for: Anyone with frequent outages or an off-grid cabin.
≈ $2299
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