I have read the other posts comparing the DS Machine stoves, but none of them really seem to answer what I am after. I bought a new house that is 2400 Sq feet. I want to get a stove that can tie into the ductwork and started to do a little research and found that these three stoves seem to be the best for what I am after. I am looking for anyone that has experience with these models or has input on which is better. I know the Kozy King is a lot more then the Economiser, but is the extra expense really worth it? or is it a lot of bells and whistles that are not needed? I am a big fan of both companies as I have seen both Hitzer and DS machine in action and really like their construction and shaker systems. Am I on the right path? or should I be looking in a different direction?
Thanks
Hitzer 82 Fa Vs. DS Kozy King Vs. DS Machine Economiser
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For what you stated I think the Kozy King is just to big for Pennsylvania climate in a new construction or modern insulated house with the square footage you are asking about. With that stated it is between the Economiser and the Hitzer fa. . Both are good choices and I have a hitzer 82 u.l. with a home made heat jacket and it is great. The hitzer is only 90K BTU where the economiser is 120K, and the economiser has the ability to burn wood better than the Hitzer because of the knob setup would be my thought. The hitzer isn't very good at burning wood, however the hitzer has the bimetal thermostat for air and with the downdraft design it is very efficient at coal and it is a great feature for keeping a steady constant heat.
The hitzer FA I think has a deeper coal bed than the economizer which is only an 8" brick with the hitzer deeper means longer burn times. I hope my comparison helps.
I'm near Harrisburg in an older house and my hitzer has trouble keeping up when the temps drop below 25 F or so, so I hope that helps with your sizing.
I think you are definitely on the right track and there is no wrong answer, just deciding which fits your needs better.
The hitzer FA I think has a deeper coal bed than the economizer which is only an 8" brick with the hitzer deeper means longer burn times. I hope my comparison helps.
I'm near Harrisburg in an older house and my hitzer has trouble keeping up when the temps drop below 25 F or so, so I hope that helps with your sizing.
I think you are definitely on the right track and there is no wrong answer, just deciding which fits your needs better.