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Review of Clearview Pioneer 400 stove

I love my Pioneer!

Martin Heseltine 11 years ago

OK, I sell stoves, and some would say that makes me biased. But, I sell stoves for somebody else and don't work on commission so why lie?? I have my choice of stoves and I'm on my second pioneer. I had one in my last home and liked it so much that I had another one in my present home. They are bullet proof, easy to live with and just so good at ticking over. People say they don't stay in overnight - well, why would you want to? filling up a stove and shutting off the air just means the combustible gasses don't get burned - they go up the flue to pollute. Best stove I've ever had - and I've had a few.

Overall rating:

4.5 flames

Build Quality 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Quality of finish 5 flames (avg 4.7)
Value for money 5 flames (avg 4.3)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 4.6)
Ease of lighting 4 flames (avg 4.6)
Firebox size 4 flames (avg 4.2)
How well does the airwash work 5 flames (avg 4.6)
Controllability 5 flames (avg 4.5)
Handle operation 4 flames (avg 4.2)
How likely are you to buy it again? 5 flames (avg 4.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 5 flames (avg 4.5)