Top 12 best stoves-fireplaces for country houses: rating 2021-2022 and what requirements the device should meet for the country house

To the fireplace stove heating is resorted to less and less often, giving preference to electric fireplaces, stoves and gas boilers.

However, the fireplace is the play of flames, heat, comfort and smell of wood combined with high efficiency.

How to choose the right stove-fireplace for the house? It's worth figuring out.

Rating of the top 12 best stoves-fireplaces for cottages and country houses 2021-2022

Place	Name	Price
Top 3 best stoves-fireplaces for country houses in the ratio of price to quality
1	Vesuvius PK-01 (270)
2	Kratki Koza K9
3	Guca Lava
Top 3 best stoves with continuous combustion
1	THORMA Milano II
2	La Nordica Ghisa Isotta Con Cerchi
3	Guca Arina High
Top 3 best cast iron stoves
1	Guca Mercury
2	Kratki Koza K6
3	La Nordica Nicoletta
Top 3 best corner stoves
1	Vesuvius PK-01 (220)
2	Kratki Thor 8
3	ABX Admiral

How to choose and what to pay attention to?

A fireplace - the goods are not cheap, so when choosing a model, you should accurately determine its characteristics and not to miscalculate.

Experienced engineers recommend paying attention to the following factors:

• Power - The most basic thing that is required of the fireplace. The required power is selected based on the area and volume of the room. Optimal and simple calculation - not less than 1 kW per 10 square meters of the room.
• Case material - The guarantee of durability of the fireplace and its heat efficiency. Steel models heat up quickly and cool down quickly, so they need to be regularly "refueled". In addition, steel walls are prone to burning. Cast iron retains heat longer, but it is a fragile material that should be protected from shocks and damage.
• Type of fuel - Most fireplaces-stoves consume wood, but there are models working on peat briquettes and coal. The choice depends on financial possibilities and personal preferences of the consumer.
• The diameter of the chimney - depends on the technical characteristics of the house, the wider the chimney, the better the output of combustion products.

The best fireplaces for villas in the price/quality ratio

Vesuvius PK-01 (270).

Convection fireplace made of cast iron with a chamotte lining perfectly keeps heat, easy to installation and operation.

Sealed door of the furnace eliminates the penetration of combustion products in the room and unnecessary draft air.

Maintains two modes of operation - intensive and slow burning. In addition to heating the room up to 150 cubic meters, it is possible to connect the fireplace to the water circuit for long-term heating of the house.

The cladding is available in several colors, which allow you to match the fireplace to the design of the room.

For quick heating there is the possibility of connecting an electric fan. Also the fireplace is equipped with a hob, which allows you to use it as a stove.

Technical characteristics:

• Material: cast iron;
• Power: 9 kW;
• Chimney: top connection, 11,5 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 82%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

Kratki Koza K9

A very original variant, close in design to the classic fireplaces. It has Capacious firebox, which allows the use of wood up to 35 cm in length.

High power and long storing of heat allows you to heat up to 250 cubic meters of space.

Heats up within 30-60 minutes and gives off heat from the body for a long time even after the fuel burns through.

It consumes any kind of wood - oak, birch, etc.

Built-in ash drawer and "clean glass" system facilitates maintenance of the fireplace during operation.

The possibility of rear and top chimney connection simplify the installation in houses with different technical characteristics.

Technical Features:

• Material: cast iron;
• Power: 13 kW;
• Chimney: rear and top connection, 15 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 78%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

Guca Lava.

High-quality cast-iron wood-burning fireplace is able to heat well Rooms up to 240 cubic meters..

The body material keeps heat for a long time, the furnace has a secondary afterburning function, which saves fuel.

Built-in self-cleaning system of the fireplace glass simplifies maintenance of the stove.

Pleasant design combined with power and heating speed make the model very popular among consumers.

Built-in spacious ash drawer is easy to clean.

However, the model does not have a compartment for firewood, which requires additional costs for their placement. Also, users note the not very well thought-out design of the handles of the furnace and ash drawer.

Technical characteristics:

• Material: cast iron;
• Power: 12 kW;
• Chimney: top connection, 12 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 78,1 %;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

The best long-burning stoves

THORMA Milano II

Ergonomic floor fireplace with a secondary afterburning function, which provides Long burning time and economical fuel consumption.

Special convection channels warm the air from the floor, which improves the climate in the room.

Easy to install, requires no additional support or foundation. Great for small rooms up to 120 cubic meters.

It consumes as the main fuel wood, but can also work on wood briquettes.

Thanks to the special design it is possible to adjust the flame and combustion rate.

The "clear glass" system protects the door from soot and soot.

Technical characteristics:

• Material: steel;
• Power: 5 Kw;
• Chimney: rear connection, 12 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 72%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

La Nordica Ghisa Isotta Con Cerchi

Cast iron fireplace with a hob has a very striking design in Combined with high power and efficiency.

Thanks to the large capacity of the firebox with the capacity of over 60 liters and the long combustion system, it is able to heat record volumes of up to 340 cubic meters.

Double walls ensure protection against burning and efficient heat dissipation for a long period of time, even after the fire has burned through.

Wide panoramic glass protects the firebox hermetically, allowing a clear view of the flames.

The cast iron grates are long-lasting and are equipped with a convenient handle for safe cleaning.

Technical specifications:

• Material: cast iron;
• Power: 11.9 kW;
• Chimney: rear connection, 15 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 82%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

Guca Arina High.

A spectacular model from the Serbian manufacturer with high power and efficiency, capable of Heat the rooms in the volume of 210 cubic meters.

The combination of fast heating steel and long-lasting heat dissipation cast iron provides up to 8 hours of operation on a single load of fuel.

Glass door withstands temperatures up to 750 degrees. High efficiency is achieved thanks to two air flow regulators, one of which works in the "clean glass" system.

This system ensures optimal fuel combustion and economical use of firewood.

Large capacity fire box that lets you load firewood up to 30 cm long.

Technical Features:

• Material: steel/cast iron;
• Power rating: 10 kW;
• Chimney: top connection, 12 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 84%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

The best cast iron fireplace stoves

Guca Mercury.

The Serbian model of the fireplace, equipped with a cooktop, becomes not only a subject design and heating of the room, but also acquires additional functions in the form of a stove..

The latter is very relevant in case of regular power outages. The original design will nicely complement any home. The large glass is protected from soot during incomplete combustion of fuel.

High power and efficiency allows you to heat a room of 250 cubic meters. The chimney has a top and back connection, which allows it to be used in homes with different technical characteristics.

Thanks to features of a design heating goes from a floor from below upwards, and the material of a fireplace keeps heat long term even after full combustion of fire wood.

Technical characteristics:

• Power output: 13 kW;
• Chimney: top and back connection, 12 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 82%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

Kratki Koza K6

Small budget model with European design, equipped with panoramic glass furnace.

Power enough to heat a room up to 140 cubic meters and an area of 52 square meters.

Cast iron firebox can accommodate long wood, and if necessary, use coal briquettes as fuel.

The manufacturer does not recommend the use of coal too often, as it contributes to clogging the chimney and ash drawer.

Ergonomic handles allow you to easily open the firebox and ash drawer, which facilitates the operation of the fireplace.

Cast-iron walls give off heat for a long time even after the fuel burns through.

Technical characteristics:

• Power rating: 9 kW;
• Chimney: top and back connection, 15 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 71%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

La Nordica Nicoletta

Floor masonry fireplace Italian assembly with majolica cladding comes in several Colors, which allows you to find the right option for any home design.

The model has a good efficiency and economical fuel consumption up to 3 kg/h due to the long burning function.

Powerful enough to heat a room of 229 cubic meters.

The glass door hardly gets warm during the work and lets you see the open fire while you are resting.

Built-in compartment for storing firewood reduces the amount of wood debris in the form of bark residue, splinters.

The body is made of durable cast iron, which ensures a long life of the fireplace.

Technical characteristics:

• Power rating: 8 kW;
• Chimney: top connection, 13 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 80,9%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

The best corner stoves

Vesuvius PK-01 (220)

Steel fireplace with ceramic liner, equipped with a combustion control system Suitable for heating small rooms up to 150 cubic meters.

Thanks to the special design, up to 5 hours of firewood is enough without decreasing the air temperature.

Materials of the fireplace provide long service life and high quality heat emission.

Sealed heat-resistant glass with a system of protection against soot will not be difficult to maintain.

The roomy ash drawer also makes it easy to use.

However, the first time you use the stove, it gives off an unpleasant smell, and we recommend that you ventilate the room.

Technical characteristics:

• Material: steel;
• Power rating: 9 kW;
• Chimney: rear connection, 11.5 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 79%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

Kratki Thor 8

Corner fireplace, made in a minimalist modern design can heat Room up to 200 cubic meters.

Steel walls are resistant to high temperature, and the furnace is equipped with a special heat-accumulating material that can give off heat for a long time even after the fuel burns through.

Built-in baffle increases the smoke output and minimizes the emission of ash through the chimney.

Triple combustion system provides fuel savings and high thermal efficiency of the device, and the air supply is adjusted with a single lever and does not cause any difficulty.

The fireplace is easy to install and maintain, and the device is covered by a long term warranty of 5 years.

Technical characteristics:

• Material: steel;
• Power output: 8 kW;
• Chimney: top connection, 15 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 83%;
• Fuel consumption: firewood.

ABX Admiral

Steel fireplace with natural stone cladding - Brazilian sandstone, granite or Brasil sandstone, granite or talcochlorite - takes up little space thanks to its corner design.

It has a large firebox, ash drawer and firewood storage compartment.

The sturdiness of the materials ensures a long life span, and the ergonomic design facilitates maintenance.

Powerful enough to heat a room up to 140 cubic meters.

Despite the steel casing, the stove gives off heat for a long time thanks to the cladding, which saves fuel at night.

Technical characteristics:

• Material: steel;
• Power: 7 Kw;
• Chimney: top connection, 15 cm;
• Type: closed;
• EFFICIENCY: 79%;
• Fuel consumption: wood.

Types of stoves-fireplaces for cottages

Furnace-fireplaces can be divided into two large classes, depending on the materials used in their manufacture:

• Steel - Lightweight models, despite the thickness of the walls. They heat up quickly and easily give off heat to the space, but also cool down as easily, so they are demanding to fuel and often "voracious". Ideal in areas where there is no need for regular heating.
• Cast iron - More expensive and heavier options, take longer to heat, but are also more time efficient. More fuel efficient, suitable for rooms that need to keep warm all the time. For aesthetics and greater heat efficiency, they are often equipped with ceramic, natural stone or brick cladding.

What company to choose?

There are many companies that produce such heating devices. Experts recommend paying attention to well-known brands that use higher quality and more proven materials.

These include:

• Kratki - Polish brand with an optimal price policy and high efficiency. Wood-burning models have high power, elaborate ergonomics and adjustment of the degree of door pressure. The appearance of fireplaces is modest, but the company focuses on functionality.
• Meta - A Russian company that has been on the market for a long time. Produces optimal fireplaces for small spaces. Distinctive feature - do not tolerate damp and tar firewood, it is recommended to stoke with dry hardwood fuel.
• Spartherm - German brand, which produces models with a water loop and without it, as well as fireplaces that run on coal, gas and peat briquettes. Also carry out manufacturing of fireplaces on request.

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