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Review of Hunter Herald 80b boiler stove

Hunter Herald 80b stove

LGraham 14 years ago

super stove heats the hot water tank and several radiators. My cottage is toasty in winter and its a healthy heat. Nice glow through windows adds to this cosy glow. Easy to use. Will take nice large wood/logs.I would only say that using wood doesn't heat the radiators or water enough in winter, so need to use coal. Also not entirly air tight when blowing a gale; it gets hot even when controls are closed in windy weather- but I do live on the Yorkshire Moors!! Other than this I have had this stove for several years and am very pleased with it, especially when I see friends give up on thier inferior stoves.

Overall rating:

4 flames

Build Quality 4 flames (avg 2.7)
Quality of finish 4 flames (avg 2.8)
Value for money 4 flames (avg 2.5)
Ease of use 5 flames (avg 3.1)
Ease of lighting 4 flames (avg 3.2)
Firebox size 5 flames (avg 4.1)
How well does the airwash work 2 flames (avg 3)
Controllability 3 flames (avg 3.6)
Handle operation 4 flames (avg 3.4)
How likely are you to buy it again? 4 flames (avg 2.5)
What is your overall satisfaction? 4 flames (avg 2.7)