Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 vs MF Fire Nova C
The Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 is the cleaner burner: 1.2 g/hr certified particulate emissions versus 1.9 g/hr. The MF Fire Nova C is the more efficient unit: 71% versus 69% HHV — more heat from every cord. The Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 produces more peak heat (59,443 vs 28,140 BTU/h), suiting roughly 1,700–2,400 sq ft. The MF Fire Nova C has the larger firebox (1.7 vs 1.57 cu ft), which generally means longer burns between reloads. Combustion technology differs: the Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 is a non-catalytic stove and the MF Fire Nova C a catalytic stove — see the catalytic vs non-catalytic guide for what that means day to day.
| Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 | MF Fire Nova C | |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance type | wood-stove | wood-stove |
| Combustion technology | Non-Catalytic Stove | Catalytic Stove |
| Certified fuel | Cord Wood | Crib Wood |
| Emission rate | 1.2 g/hr | 1.9 g/hr |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 69 % | 71 % |
| Heat output (low) | 13533 BTU/h | 23654 BTU/h |
| Heat output (high) | 59443 BTU/h | 28140 BTU/h |
| Firebox volume | 1.57 cu ft | 1.7 cu ft |
| Carbon monoxide | 1.35 g/min | 0.94 g/min |
| 25C tax credit eligible (≥75% HHV) | No | No |
| 2020 NSPS compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Currently in production | Yes | Yes |
| EPA certification number | 317-22 | 356-23 |
| Covered model numbers | F35 | Nova C |
Frequently asked questions
Which burns cleaner, the Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 or the MF Fire Nova C?
The Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35: 1.2 g/hr certified particulate emissions versus 1.9 g/hr for the MF Fire Nova C.
Are the Jotul North America (Jotul U.S.A., Inc.) F35 and MF Fire Nova C both EPA certified?
Yes — both appear on the U.S. EPA's current list of certified wood heaters, and every figure on this page comes from their certification records.