Updated 24 May 2019
Firenzo
Bronte AG Top Outlet
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Test results
Overall score
Emissions
Efficiency
Good points
- NES (clean air) approved for urban areas.
- Excellent efficiency (significantly above average for a NES compliant woodburner).
- Can be installed in Hastings Zone 1.
But
- Below average emissions performance for a NES compliant woodburner.
- Can't be installed in Otago Air Zone 1 (Alexandra, Cromwell, Clyde, Arrowtown) or in Milton.
- Can't be installed in Canterbury clean air zones.
- Can't be installed in some parts of the Nelson Urban Area.
Our assessment
Testing for emissions, efficiency and power output using AS/NZS 4012/4013 was carried out by an independent lab in New Zealand.
We analyse data from National Environmental Standards (NES) testing to generate scores out of 10 for emissions and efficiency, along with an overall score. This gives us a clear picture of the performance, features and specifications for almost every model on the market.
Where available, we've also included the NZHHA output results. These results reflect the absolute maximum heat output you could achieve in your home.
Price is from the manufacturers’ survey and is without a flue kit unless stated otherwise.
Overall score includes:
Efficiency (60%)
Emissions (40%)
Key data
Model
Type
Avg price
Specifications
Emissions (g/kg)
Heating efficiency (%)
Power output (kW)
8
Meets NES standards
NZHHA test power output (kW)
-
Dimensions WxHxD (mm)
Radiant or convector
Features
Wetback
CM1 Emissions (g/kg)
CM1 Efficiency (%)
ULEB
LEB
Hastings
Central Otago
Special features
More info
Notes
Member reviews
"Great woodburner"
12 May 2019, Judy W.
Product use: 6 months or more
Pros:
I have had my Bronte 19 years and have only had to replace the fire bricks once. The cast iron top means that it continues to warm the room after the wood has burned away, so gives all night heat. I have the wetback version and can turn off electric water-heating for most of winter
Cons:
Fire bricks were difficult to install
Recommend it?
Yes, I recommend this product.
"Firenzo Bronte "
06 May 2019, Jack N.
Product use: 6 months or more
Pros:
Goes well at times,
Cons:
Went well for 5 years, then started to go out and filled room with smoke.
"Great product"
09 Jan 2018, Lance S.
Product use: 6 months or more
Pros:
We enjoy the advantages of radiating heat compared to in wall mounted predecessor. Solid fir that holds its heat in the cast iron casing.
Cons:
The model with the legs (like ours) shows the ash more easily that the one with the ash draw underneath.
Recommend it?
Yes, I recommend this product.
