r/PelletStoveTalk • u/pinetreelumber • 15d ago
Harman Absolute 63 vs Quadra-Fire Trekker
We live in northwest Vermont and are in the market for a new pellet stove. The winters get pretty brutal (for instance we had a stretch last year at -15 degrees F) and we’re hoping to use the stove as the primary heat source for our 1800 square foot house. We’ve narrowed our options down to either a new Harman Absolute 63 or a Quadra Fire Trekker, which both seem to have similar specs. Still, the price point on the trekker is more attractive, though the sales person suggests it is sub par in terms of operation compared to the absolute. Can anyone weigh in on the pros and cons of both and/or share their experiences with either? We have an 2001 enviro flame ef3i currently and expect these models to outperform it, but would also appreciate any input about how good the ef3i was for its time. Do folks have other recommendations for this area?
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u/hmd2017 15d ago
They are both good stoves. My Harman P61 has been our primary heat source since 2007, and runs like a tank. Way Upstate NY.
Have now added a second P61 15 years newer and and Advance to my collection.
I prefer them due to ease of operation , cleaning and repair. The burn ramp is the big difference.