Ashley Pellet Stoves (AP5622, AP60) vs. ComfortBilt HP22: Honest Comparison
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Ashley Hearth's pellet lineup (made by US Stove Company) is built around one genuinely standout number: the AP5622's 170-lb hopper — the largest in its class, good for up to 80 hours on the lowest setting. If minimum refills is your top priority, that stove earns its search traffic.
Here's the full Ashley pellet lineup on manufacturer-published specs, and how it compares to the ComfortBilt HP22, our top overall pick for 2026.
The Ashley Hearth Pellet Lineup
| Model | Heats up to | Max BTU | Hopper | Burn time (low) | Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP5622 | 3,000 sq ft* | 33,000 | 170 lb | up to 80 hrs | Remote |
| AP5622-W | 3,000 sq ft* | 33,000 | 170 lb | up to 80 hrs | Wi-Fi app + remote |
| AP60 | 2,200 sq ft | 48,000 | 60 lb | up to 30 hrs | Remote + digital thermostat |
*Per US Stove Company's current product pages. Note the AP5622's max BTU (33,000) is lower than the smaller AP60's (48,000) — the 3,000 sq ft rating leans on long, steady low-output burns rather than peak heat. Size against your climate accordingly.
Ashley AP5622 vs. ComfortBilt HP22
| Spec | Ashley AP5622 | ComfortBilt HP22 |
|---|---|---|
| Heats up to | 3,000 sq ft (mfr claim) | 2,800 sq ft |
| Max heat output | 33,000 BTU | ~42,000 BTU (EPA test range 9,696–40,689 BTU/hr) |
| Hopper | 170 lb | 55 lb |
| Burn time (low) | up to 80 hrs | up to 20 hrs |
| Published efficiency | "exceeds 75%" | 80.5% HHV (EPA certified) |
| Published emissions | — | 1.01 g/h (2020 EPA compliant) |
| Controls | Remote (Wi-Fi on -W) | Remote + 7-day programmable thermostat, 5 heat levels |
| Vent | 3" pellet vent | 3" pellet vent |
Where Ashley wins: the hopper, and it isn't close. 170 lbs means loading twice a week instead of daily in shoulder season. The -W's app control is also a real convenience if you want remote start from your phone.
Where the HP22 wins: peak heat output for cold snaps, and — the thing we weight most — published EPA test data. ComfortBilt states its certified efficiency (80.5% HHV) and emissions (1.01 g/h) as exact figures; Ashley's pages say "exceeds 75%" without a published emissions number. When two stoves cost similar money, the one that shows you its test results is easier to trust and easier to size.
A note if you see tax-credit claims while shopping: some Ashley retail listings still advertise the 30% federal biomass credit. That credit (IRC §25C) expired December 31, 2025 — no pellet stove purchased in 2026 qualifies for it, regardless of brand.
Which Should You Buy?
- Refill interval matters most (mobility issues, second home, hate daily chores) → the AP5622's 170-lb hopper is the category's strongest answer.
- Primary heat in a cold climate → the HP22's higher output ceiling and thermostatic control fit better.
- Fireplace already there → the HP22i insert runs the same platform in insert form.
- Bigger spaces → look at the ComfortBilt HP61 and HP75C.
See our full pellet stove buying guide for how to size any of these to your space. Every ComfortBilt stove we sell ships free over $250, with no sales tax and a price match guarantee — we're an authorized ComfortBilt dealer. Questions? 1-888-914-0022.