9 Best Wood-Burning Stoves Under £1,500

Date Published: 8th November

Here at Fires2U, we house a range of high-end, luxurious wood-burning stoves. 

Perfect as the centrepiece of any room, our selection covers an extensive range of personal tastes. Whether you prefer a traditional wooden finish or a sleek marble hearth, we dedicate ourselves to making your home even more beautiful. 

While we supply large wood-burning stoves, we are mindful that smaller homes might leave you with less space to get creative. That’s why Fires2U has put together 9 of the best small wood-burning stoves for under £1,500. 

Heat a small room with any one of these top-selling, compact wood-burning stoves. Not only will it look fantastic, but you won’t have to break the bank. Each of these stoves is priced between £545-£1380, meaning you can get your hands on an eco-friendly bargain. 

1Gallery Helios 5 Eco Multifuel Stove

Do you want the opportunity to burn both wood and coal? This Gallery Helios 5 Multifuel stove has an efficiency rating of 82.5%, meaning it will heat small to medium-sized rooms perfectly. 

Its sleek, matte black design would be the ideal complement to any room, traditional or modern. At just £557, this wood-burning stove is a veritable steal.

2. Portway Arundel Multifuel Stove

If gazing at the roaring flames within a wood-burning stove is one of your favourite things to do, the modern Portway Arundel model will be ideal. It has a large clear window for your viewing pleasure. 

Aesthetics is not this stove’s only priority, however. It has approval from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) for use in Smoke Controlled areas. 

If you live in a compact urban area, you can use a wood-burning stove like anyone else. Its £544 price tag makes it the cheapest, but one of the most environmentally friendly wood-burning stoves on our list.

3. Gallery Classic 8 Eco Warm White Multifuel Stove

Fancy a change from the traditional black stoves? Perhaps your style involves rich colours, and you need a wood-burning stove to add brightness to your room. 

The warm white Gallery Classic Stove in Warm White is a stunning cast-iron stove with a warm gloss enamel finish. Its impressive 84% efficiency makes this stove an even more attractive option, regardless of its beautiful appearance. 

For £940, you can burn wood and smokeless fuels in this timeless, ivory stove.

4. Portway Arundel XL Multifuel Stove

Similar to the previous Portway Arundel Stove on our list, the Portway Arundel XL takes clear viewing panels to another level. Make a striking impression on your guests by showing them your fire’s powerful burning capabilities. 

Its sleek cast-iron body and door are highly functional. This stove also comes with a log-retaining bar and can take log lengths up to 10 inches long! 

If you are looking for a stove that looks modern and works well (with an 82% efficiency rating), this £717 Portway Arundel XL multifuel stove sets the bar very high.

5. DRU 44 MF Multifuel Stove

Those who prefer a traditional, rustic aesthetic will love the DRU 44 MF Multifuel Stove. At £1025, this stove will be the cherry on top of any homely, rural room. 

It conscribes to the more traditional models of wood-burning stoves with its authentic black finish and cold-touch handle. 

Crafted from the toughest Norwegian cast iron, this wood-burning stove is designed to fight against even the coldest Scandinavian winters. Burn wood, coal or coke to keep you and your household toasty.

6. Gallery Firefox 8 SL ECO Multifuel Stove

The Gallery Firefox 8 combines the beloved style of traditional stoves with the latest wood-burning technology. Relax after a hard day at work by watching your £708 stove do its job through its large, clear viewing window. 

Burning wood and smokeless fuels have never been more enjoyable. The Gallery Firefox 8 meets even the stringent EcoDesign regulations on particulate matter and carbon monoxide levels. As a result, the Gallery Firefox’s 84% energy efficiency is one of the most ecologically impressive on our list.

7. Broseley Hereford 5 SE Widescreen Multifuel Stove

The Broseley Hereford 5 SE is a larger-bodied stove but is still small enough to complement rooms with a lack of space. 

For example, its lower heat output of 5kW is ideal for those who do not want to overwhelm their room with heat but still want a stove with an impressive look. 

Its cast-iron, black finish is a traditional design with Airwash technology to help keep the glass clean. For just £872, you can transform your room with an EcoDesign-compliant stove.

8. Portway Rochester 7 Multifuel Stove

The traditional, curved design of this £717 Portway Rochester 7 Multifuel Stove will heat your room and uplift its overall vibrancy. Its cast iron curved door, stovetop, base feet and grate will add a touch of elegance to any modern decor. 

Plus, it has been manufactured with the highest ecological standards, being both EcoDesign and DEFRA-approved. The Portway Rochester 7 is a  stove that packs a punch, with a 78% energy efficiency and heat output of 7kW.

9. DRU 55 CB Wood Burning Stove

The final stove on our list is distinct in that it is a free-standing cast iron, wood-burning stove with a striking 8 kW output. If you’re worried about your stove’s door handle getting hot, don’t worry! 

The DRU 55 comes with a cool-touch handle to ensure safe operation. Plus, don’t worry about having to clean the viewing glass on your stove. This stove has an air-wash system that keeps the window clear and free from soot and dust. 

For £1361, you can own a free-standing stove with an original anthracite finish and unique triple-burning system.