Wood Fired Hot Tub
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Made to orderReserve with a $500 CAD deposit
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Made in CanadaSince 2001, loved worldwide
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Free shippingAnywhere in Canada
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Flat rate to the USAll-inclusive CAD pricing, no added taxes
Experience a soak like no other. Tough and timeless, the Wood Fired Hot Tub is built to outperform and outlast. Made for those who want enduring, powerful performance with effortless control.
Obsessively engineered to heat with ease no matter how cold outside, the AlumiTub's a cabin icon. Built with tough and enduring materials to withstand whatever the weather throws its way, the Wood Fired brings form in harmony with function, standing in a class of its own.
Engineered to get hot and stay hot, with winter-proof materials, 360 degrees of insulation and the largest firebox of its kind for less smoke, less wood and nothing wasted.
Just like the family cabin, it's made to be loved from generation to generation, standing as an heirloom with the ability to evolve alongside you, to be moved again and again, or have alternative heat sources added for everyday use.
Pre-assembled and easy to move with built-in safety features, it's made for the wild, ready to go anywhere. Easy to take and hard to break, durably built for tough terrain, it's ready to roll, all in an hour's work.
The Wood Fired at a glance
Full specs- Price
- From $10,095 CAD
about $7,300 USD - Sizes
- 5, 6 or 7 ft round
seats 2, 5 or 8 - Heating
- Wood fired, no power needed
a submerged firebox, the largest of its kind - Heat-up
- About 2, 3 or 5 hours
by size from a cold fill; an armful of wood a day holds it - Water
- Fresh fill, or 3 to 4 months
days to a couple of weeks per fill; 3 to 4 months with 120V filtration - Setup
- About 1 hour, soak the same day
pre-assembled, 200 to 300 lbs; 10 ft clearance above the chimney - Winter
- Winter-proof
tested heating at −44°C (−47°F); drain it when you leave - Built
- 25 year structural warranty
riveted like an Airstream, with a welded, submerged firebox
Included with every tub: 360 degrees of insulation between the aluminum and the cedar, and a floating insulation blanket for the water. You will also need a lid, sold separately, and rigid insulation beneath the base, laid during site prep.
All prices are in Canadian dollars; USD is approximate. Reserve any size with a $500 CAD deposit. See current ship dates.
Hot tub details
The Wood Fired is the original AlumiTub: a cedar hot tub heated by a submerged wood burning firebox, with no power, plumbing or pumps needed. It is built on the riveted 5052 marine-grade aluminum structure pioneered in 2001, clad in Canadian Western Red Cedar held by stainless steel bands and fasteners, and arrives pre-assembled, ready to roll into place.
Heated by fire
Light the fire and a cold fill reaches soaking temperature in about 2 hours for the Small, 3 for the Standard and 5 for the Large. Stop adding wood around 95°F and the water carries on to 101 to 104°F. After that, an armful of wood a day holds it, and with the lid on it loses only 2 to 3°F overnight.
The firebox
At the heart of it is a welded aluminum firebox submerged in the water, so the heat goes straight in. It is the largest of its kind: it takes regular size logs rather than specialty cut wood, and burns hotter and cleaner, with less smoke and less wood. A cedar fence guards the stainless chimney, which has a spark-arresting cap, and an ash scoop and thermometer are supplied.
Made to go anywhere
Pre-assembled and 200 to 300 lbs empty, it rolls into place on its side with two people, through a gap as narrow as 38 inches, onto grass, gravel, pavers, concrete or a deck. No crane and no electrician: about an hour of setup and you can soak the same day. Islands, mountain cabins, rooftops and backyards with no side access are all within reach.
Winter-proof
Tested heating at −44°C (−47°F), with 360 degrees of insulation. Keep it hot with an armful of wood a day, or drain it when you leave: it can sit empty for months with nothing to dry out or crack.
Water your way
On a fresh fill routine, a fill lasts days to a couple of weeks with good care, which suits weekend cabins. Add the 120V filtration and cedar steps and a fill lasts 3 to 4 months. Fill from a hose, a well, a lake or the ocean.
Easy to love, hard to break
The aluminum holds the water, the cedar is banded on and replaceable, and every part can be reached by hand. Order it with compatibility ports and electric heat can be added later.
Handcrafted on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia since 2001 and backed by a 25 year structural warranty. Buy the right thing the first time, and keep it for life.
Sizes and prices
For gathering with good company. Three sizes, all round by design and 38 inches deep, with a 44 inch build available for taller bathers.
| Small | Standard | Large | |
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| Wood Fired | $10,095 CAD | $10,595 CAD | $11,995 CAD |
| Approx. USD | about $7,300 | about $7,600 | about $8,600 |
| With Filtration & Steps | $11,595 CAD | $12,095 CAD | $13,495 CAD |
| Approx. USD | about $8,300 | about $8,700 | about $9,700 |
| Diameter | 60″ (5 ft) | 72″ (6 ft) | 84″ (7 ft) |
| Seats | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| Water | 315 US gal | 420 US gal | 650 US gal |
| Heat-up | about 2 hrs | about 3 hrs | about 5 hrs |
| Empty / filled | 200 / 3,200 lbs | 220 / 5,000 lbs | 300 / 7,000 lbs |
Small. Made for your own good company or a quiet soak for two; its smaller footprint blends into courtyards, compact gardens and tight cabin sites.
Standard. A place to gather when the day is done, and the size most families choose: not just to warm up, but to truly be together.
Large. Room for the quiet ones, the rowdy ones, the tall ones and the small ones. The favourite for retreats, lodges and guest properties.
All prices are in Canadian dollars; the USD figures are approximate and your bank converts at checkout. Reserve any size with a $500 CAD deposit. The balance is due 30 days before your tub ships, and size or heating system can change at no charge until then.
Specifications
Submerged welded aluminum firebox, the largest of its kind, with stainless chimney and spark-arresting cap. No power needed. Optional 120V filtration (50 micron) concealed in cedar steps. Riveted 5052 marine-grade aluminum and Western Red Cedar. 25 year structural warranty.
Allow at least 10 ft of clearance above the chimney cap, with nothing flammable nearby.
See the full Wood Fired specifications table, or the specifications for all three systems.
Add-ons
Add-ons designed to make your time in the wild that much sweeter.
- Cedar Lid or Fabric Lid, to hold heat and close the tub between soaks. Every tub needs one, and it is sold separately
- Filtration & Steps, a 120V plug-in filtration unit concealed in the cedar steps that keeps water clean and clear for 3 to 4 months. Choose it as its own size option above
- Steps, cedar steps for getting in and out
- Drain Kit, $100 CAD, to lead the water wherever you want it at the turn of a valve
- Firebox Plate, an aluminum lid that keeps heat in and debris out of the firebox area behind the cedar fence
- Storage Cover, a weatherproof cover that zips around the chimney to keep debris and water out
- Bottom Band, a stainless band concealing the insulation beneath the tub
- Drink Tray, a marine-grade aluminum tray that rests on the cedar fence, with drinks within arm’s reach
- Good Clean Living Water Care, the water care system designed for AlumiTubs
Custom options include cedar stained on site to match decks, fencing or siding; deck and landscape integrations; a 44 inch depth, $1,000 CAD; and compatibility ports so electric heat can be added later.
Add-ons don’t need to be decided today. Add them to your deposit now, or finalize them in your account any time before your tub ships.
Made just for you
Every AlumiTub is hand-built to order, just for you. Never mass-produced, always built for the long haul. This isn’t downtime. It’s the only step between today and decades of enduring performance with the AlumiTub at the center of time well spent outdoors.
While yours is being built, we’ll give you everything you need to prepare your site. It lands pre-assembled, ready to roll into place with about an hour of setup: no crane, no contractor, no delay. The build time is the wait. After that, it’s yours for the long haul.
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25 year warrantyStructural, and quality guaranteed
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HandcraftedHand-built in BC, never off the shelf
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Patent pendingRiveted like an Airstream, panel by panel
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Take your timeChange size, heating and add-ons until 30 days before it ships
The Wood Fired
The wood fired hot tub other wood fired hot tubs look up to
Enduring, high performing and award-winning. Not your average wood burning hot tub.
Why the Wood Fired
The world’s most advanced wood fired hot tub. Loved on more than 10,000 properties since 2001.
Handbuilt from materials that endure
The classic beauty of a cedar hot tub, on a riveted marine-grade aluminum foundation. Canadian Western Red Cedar, stainless steel and 5052 aluminum, chosen for a lifetime of durability, timeless beauty, and unparalleled performance, and backed by a 25 year structural warranty.
Made for the long haul
AlumiTubs pioneered the leak-proof, pre-assembled wood fired hot tub in 2001, built for the wild and made to go anywhere. The very first ones are still in use today.
Unparalleled, energy-efficient heat performance
The largest firebox of its kind sits below the waterline and heats the water directly, and 360 degrees of insulation holds on to that heat. About 2, 3 or 5 hours from a cold fill by size, and only 2 to 3°F lost overnight.
Well rounded
Round, for rolling into place, taking in the view from every angle and facing the people you share it with. Three sizes, all made for gathering.
Ready and able, all winter long
Wood tubs don’t do winter well. The AlumiTub is tested to perform at −44°C (−47°F). Keep it hot with an armful of wood a day, or drain it and leave it empty with nothing to crack. For heat without lighting a fire, there is the Hybrid.
Wood fired today, electric later
A wood fired hot tub at its core, made for off grid life at the cabin and refined for every day at home. Fill it with fresh or salt water, add Filtration & Steps for months-long water, or have it built with compatibility ports so electric heat can be added later.
How it works
Fire in the water, heat that stays
The simplest way to heat a hot tub, done properly. The fire burns inside the water and warms it directly, and 360 degrees of insulation holds on to that heat. No pumps, no plumbing, no power. Just wood, water and a match.
The fire heats the water directly
The welded firebox sits inside the tub, below the waterline, so every surface of it gives its heat straight to the water instead of losing it to the air or a run of pipe. It is the largest firebox of its kind and takes regular size logs, so it heats a cold fill in about 2, 3 or 5 hours by size.
The insulation keeps it
360 degrees of insulation between the aluminum and the cedar, a floating layer on the water and rigid board beneath the base hold the heat in. With the lid on it loses only 2 to 3°F overnight, and an armful of wood a day keeps it hot.
Less wood, less smoke
A big firebox burns hot and clean once it is going, so it uses less wood and makes less smoke than a small stove that needs constant feeding. Nothing is wasted along the way.
Nothing to install
No plumbing, no electrical, no pumps and no installer. It arrives pre-assembled, rolls into place, fills from a hose, a lake, a well or the ocean, and is ready after about an hour of setup.
- Heats in 2, 3 or 5 hours
- 2 to 3°F lost overnight
- An armful of wood a day
- No power needed
- About 1 hour of setup
A cedar hot tub, without the compromises
Everything you love about a cedar hot tub, built on a watertight, non-porous aluminum foundation
A traditional cedar tub asks the wood to do everything: hold the water, seal itself, insulate and look beautiful. The AlumiTub lets the aluminum hold the water and the cedar do what it does best.
| A traditional cedar tub | The Wood Fired AlumiTub | |
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| What holds the water | The wood, which has to swell to seal | Riveted 5052 marine-grade aluminum, watertight from the day it arrives |
| Leaving it empty | Has to stay full, or it dries, shrinks and leaks when refilled | Drain it and leave it for months, with nothing to dry out or crack |
| Keeping it clean | Porous wood, seams and joins that a rinse can't reach | A smooth, non-porous interior you can wipe clean by hand |
| Holding heat | The wood alone | 360 degrees of insulation behind the cedar, plus a floating layer on the water |
| Winter | Freezing and thawing work at the joints | Tested heating at −44°C (−47°F); drained, there is nothing to freeze |
| Salt water | Soaks into the wood | Marine-grade aluminum takes ocean fills |
| Getting it there | Heavy, and often assembled on site | Pre-assembled, 200 to 300 lbs, rolls into place with two people |
| The cedar | Structural, and hard to replace | Cladding held by stainless bands: replaceable, and no oiling or sealing needed |
Not all wood fired hot tubs are equal
Why the AlumiTub stands apart from other wood fired hot tubs
Round by design, made for gathering
Round so it rolls easily into place, and so everyone faces each other while the view runs all the way around. The Large seats eight, and every size sits deep enough to sink in to the shoulders.
Not a rectangular lay-back bath, made for one or two, where someone ends up with their head beside the chimney and their feet in someone else’s lap.
A firebox that heats the water itself
Submerged and surrounded by water, so the heat goes straight in. The largest of its kind, it takes regular size logs and burns hot and clean, with less wood and less smoke.
Not a small stove that wants short, finely split logs and constant feeding, or one sitting outside the tub, heating the water at arm’s length.
Marine-grade metal where it matters
The water sits in riveted 5052 marine-grade aluminum: non-porous, watertight, ready for ocean fills, about a third the weight of steel and fully recyclable at the end of a very long life.
Not a plastic liner to puncture or an acrylic shell to crack and send to landfill. And lighter than stainless steel, which also isn’t suited to the sea water an AlumiTub happily takes.
Proven, and made in Canada
Pioneered in 2001, with more than 10,000 built for cabins, islands, backyards and lodges in over nine countries. Tested heating at −44°C (−47°F), named best overall wood fired hot tub by Field Mag, and backed by a 25 year structural warranty.
Not imported or mass-produced: every one is hand-built to order on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, and we still supply parts for tubs built two decades ago.
Heat performance
Wood fired heat that stands in a class of its own
Engineered to get hot fast, and stay hot longer
Tested to perform at −44°C (−47°F). With 360 degrees of insulation, the water holds its heat overnight and loses only 2 to 3°F.
The largest firebox of its kind, below the water
Submerged so the fire heats the water directly. It uses less wood, makes less smoke, heats faster and holds on to that heat.
Obsessively engineered, for a safer, better soak
A stainless steel spark-arresting chimney cap, a stainless steel chimney and a submerged firebox that’s cool to the touch from inside the tub.
The ritual
Wood, water and a match
Like the warm comforts of a campfire, heating it is half the fun.
In good company
Made to gather around. Loved on more than 10,000 properties since 2001.
- Best Wood Fired Hot Tub
“A unique and hyper efficient heating system with the biggest firebox on the market, heating the water directly, faster, while using less wood.”
Field Mag “Creating a more refined aesthetic for cedar hot tubs is at the heart of AlumiTubs’ mission.”
Dwell“Designed for now and 50 years from now.”
House & Home
“Our property got a major upgrade when we received the AlumiTub. We’ve hosted more birthday parties, Friday night fireside gatherings, and long table dinners around the tub than we can count. It’s the centrepiece of life at Wildwood Farm. It’s brought us together for many happy memories, with everyone we’ve had over asking how to get their hands on one for their own property. It’s timeless, fun to use, and allows us to really absorb the beauty of our landscape.”
Cheryl Kitchener, Wildwood Farm, Byron Bay NSW
Lake Superior“There is nothing better than spending our fall evenings soaking in a wood-fired hot tub. Wood-fired bathing in a tub creates the most authentic outdoor bathing experience. If you’ve ever soaked in water heated only by wood, you’ll know it’s much richer than any outdoor bathing experience.”
Thetis Island, BC“My parents got their AlumiTubs wood fired hot tub over 10 years ago now, and they both are adamant that it has been one of the best investments they ever made. I have always loved their tub, and have been super impressed with how it has held up over the years.”
Cabin on the River, New York“WE LOVE OUR HOT TUB! It has increased airbnb bookings 10 fold! It’s a huge hit. This beautiful aluminum tub is located at our Airbnb property @cabin_on_the_river in Narrowsburg, NY in the western Catskills/ upper Delaware valley.”
Johnstone Strait, BC“After a day spent exploring the expansive shores of Johnstone Strait by kayak, there’s nothing better than enjoying a sunset soak in our oceanside wood-fired hot tub.”
Wood fired hot tub reviews
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 268 Wood Fired owner reviews, in their own words. All verified buyers.
“AMAZING LIFE UPGRADE! Wow, I’m so in love with my alumitub. We did a ton of research on wood-burning cedar hot tubs and, due to our ranch property being off-grid and in a high elevation region with extreme weather (freezing temperatures year-round), we were concerned about freezing/thawing and all the maintenance that a full cedar tub requires. Then we found alumitubs and knew we had found the perfect solution. Josh was great to work with and even helped us make some cool customizations. The tub was fun and simple to assemble. And once it was assembled…WOW. What a work of art and a remarkable upgrade to our property and ranch life. We fell in love with every part of the process: harvesting and chopping the wood, building and stoking the fire, and then soaking under the Milky Way every night. Perfection! …”
“I was searching for an outdoor wood-fired hot tub for a while to have at our remote and rustic property in the upper Midwest. I was always a little hesitant of going with one that was only cedar because of how it would last over time with the winter/summer cycle and the wood constantly expanding and contracting. That’s when I found AlumniTubs, and it was the perfect solution! I love the aluminum tub surrounded by cedar; it is the perfect mix of longevity and aesthetics! It has already survived a harsh winter with no issue, and we have used in a lot in the time we’ve had it so far and we love it! …”
“We installed our tub by the ocean on a remote island 1 year ago. We were advised by neighbours (seems this island has as many alumitubs as personal sawmills) as to location, ie where will any smoke blow? avoid blowing smoke toward sitting areas or windows (not much smoke anyway except at start up), situate where you have a great view of the stars. In our case, the ocean too. Now the plug for having a tub. If you are planning on building a home or cabin, put the tub in FIRST. I didn’t think I would be thrilled with it. It seemed like a bit of foolish extravagance. …”
“We’ve had our Alumitub for several months now, and it has been a fantastic purchase. It feels much more durable than the wooden hot tub we had before—sturdier construction, better insulation, and no concerns about leaks or warping. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and it looks beautiful in our outdoor space. We love the subtle scent of cedar when it’s fired up—it adds a whole extra layer of enjoyment. The wood-fired heat-up process is surprisingly quick and easy, and the whole experience feels more natural and relaxing than the propane tub we’ve used. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a high-quality, outdoor hot tub that blends form and function.”
“After barging our AlumiTub over to our wildfire-burned lot on Loon Lake 7 years ago, two of us rolled it up the hill and installed it. It’s been the highlight of all our (and our grandkids’ and guests’) stays there, and a welcome relief after a hard day’s work building the cabin. Maintenance and upkeep have been easy. The Alumitub is built to last and we expect several generations to enjoy it over the years. The most memorable night was soaking in the hot tub with a cool one, watching a sky-wide northern lights display against the backdrop of burnt tree trunks.”
“There is a ’Zen’ component to an Alumitub hot tub. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting that feeling of satisfaction to sit in the silence and tranquility of the space that you must curate to enjoy. Getting the wood, filling the tub, lighting the fire, and watching the temperature rise over time. Anticipation. The smell of cedar, the sensation of the hot water, the silence of the soak is the perfect end to that ritual. To the first time user it may feel like you are feeding and caring for your tub......and then you realize it’s feeding and caring for you. Thank you Josh and team for looking after Maddie and I. We LOVE this tub.”
“I have been using my 6 foot diameter Alumi-tub for many years, at least seven. I have it at a small cabin in the BC Interior and it has provided countless hours of enjoyment for my family and visiting friends. It still looks fantastic and the outside cedar siding has aged to a lovely colour. Easy to maintain, clean and winterize. Get lots of comments from passing kayaks and fishermen. Our neighbour has recently put one in, slightly bigger and it will be the hybrid type. As fire risk in the summer has become a issue this may perhaps be a solution. Could not be more happy with the crew at Alumi-Tubs and so pleased their business seems to be growing and doing well. Michael at Chain Lake, BC”
“We installed our cedar AlumiTubs wood fired hot tub at the cabin in 2022 and it quickly became a family favorite. In fact, my son recently commented "Dad, this is probably the best purchase you’ve ever made!" -- I couldn’t agree more, especially given our recent cool springs here on the Canadian Shield. The owner Josh was also a pleasure to work with to coordinate shipping and later when I purchased a couple of additional ’add ons’ a couple of years ago. …”
“We’ve had our tub for 7 months now, use it almost everyday and couldn’t be happier with it. There’s no comparison to the cedar tubs that need to swell to be water tight. Also Josh has been very helpful and responsive throughout the whole process even well after the purchase. 5 Stars all around for AlumiTubs!”
“AlumiTubs is a very well run business with a superior product. Detailed information is accessible on the website and communication with their team was helpful throughout the planning, ordering and delivery process. The wood fired hot tub I ordered was the ideal solution for our seasonal island property in Maine due to the marine grade aluminum shell and overall functionality and aesthetic.”
“The cabin itself sits directly on the Ten Mile River. I built steps down the riverbank so guests can walk right into the water for a cold plunge, which is particularly incredible when you can climb straight out and into a steaming hot tub. Our hot tub gets a lot of use. We empty it about once a week and refill it with water from the river, and even through Catskills winters, we've never had problems with freezing. There's something deeply satisfying about doing something manually, stacking the wood, lighting the fire, tending it, waiting for the water to heat. The ritual is part of the pleasure. I've had my Alumuni tub for more than four years now, and it's been incredibly reliable. Four years later, ours has become part of the identity of the cabin. It's not simply an amenity. It's part of the ritual of being there.”
“We are the second cabin on Valdes island to install one of your hot tubs. It was always something I wanted for our cabin. Getting the tub to our Gulf Island would be a challenge, though. Fortunately, it would just fit into the back of our 22 foot aluminum boat. We rolled the tub down the gangway, and into the back of our boat. It was a perfect fit! Being on the ocean, we fill the tub with salt water, but need a 12 foot or greater tide to do so, given the length of hoses I have for my Honda gas water pump. Everything's great with the tub. Our grandkids and their friends love it after a cold swim. We love it, too!”
More from Wood Fired owners
- ★★★★★
The perfect off grid hot tub for our off grid cabin !
Jerry Hegarty · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
Best purchase. Should have got one sooner. Top notch quality.
Bryan Pfitzner · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
All of our family and friends think that this is the best "toy" that we have purchased
Dunn · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
My mother refuses to get out of the hot tub for breakfast lol!
Spikney · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
After a great day of snowmobiling, we loved coming back to the AlumiTub
Warren · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
I’ve referred 3 of my neighbours because our family loves it so much
Chris Gates · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
I purchased a wood fired 4-5 person hot tub in 2012. And we love it.
Scott Scobie · Wood Fired owner - ★★★★★
The wood fired tub has been great and the guests staying love it
Mitch, Cedar Valley Farm · Wood Fired owner
Built to go places
Ultra-rugged, lightweight and made for tough terrain
Pre-assembled and unplugged, it rolls into place wherever you call a road, and is easy to take and hard to break once it gets there.
Ready to roll
Up the hill, along the water’s edge and into place where the view’s the finest. Light and easy to move, with no installation required.
Made to go places
Ready to go, for whatever you call a road. From the back of a pickup truck, or island bound by boat.
To the edge of the map
Clifftop, island or lakeshore. If two people can roll it there, you can soak there.
For the middle of nowhere
Off grid ready, the Wood Fired needs nothing more than a flat place to land, water, wood and good company.
Set up
From delivery to first soak
The Wood Fired arrives built, not as a kit. No plumbing, no electrical and no installer: about an hour of setup, and you can soak the same day.
- Find a flat place to landA deck, a dock, a clearing or the far corner of the garden. Anywhere level that carries the filled weight, with about 10 ft of open sky above the chimney.
- Roll it into placeAt 200 to 300 lb empty, two people roll it on its side through a 38 inch gap, down paths and over rough ground. Stand it up and band the cedar on with the stainless steel bands.
- Fill itFrom a garden hose, a well, a lake or the ocean. Lay the floating insulation on the water.
- Light the fire and soakAbout 2, 3 or 5 hours by size from a cold fill, then an armful of wood a day keeps it hot.
Once you order, we walk you through site prep for your property, step by step. Questions before then? hi@alumitubs.com
Ready to roll
Made to go the distance
It rides home in the back of a pickup. From there it rolls on its side down hills, across gravel and over rocks, lifting past anything in the way, all the way to where the view is best.
Riveted marine-grade aluminum is built to take the trip, so you can roll with it.
- Fits in a pickup
- Rolls on its side
- 200 to 300 lb empty
Made to go anywhere
On the map, or well off it
So long as there is a flat place to land, it goes. Islands reached by barge or sailboat, mountain cabins at the end of a logging road, beaches, docks, rooftops and backyards with no side access. Wherever the view is finest, and wherever people go to find their escape.
It needs no power and no plumbing, so it works as well at a fly-in lodge as it does on a city deck.
Made to match
Cedar, your way
Leave the Canadian Western Red Cedar to weather to a soft silver, or have it stained or toned to suit your property. At Orchard Estate in Byron Bay, the cedar was finished black to match the Black Cabins it sits beside.
The cedar needs no oiling or sealing either way. Just keep copper-based products away from the tub.
Built once, kept for life
25 years of building for properties everywhere, in every climate and on every kind of terrain, shaped every part of the tub.
Enduring materials
Riveted marine-grade aluminum, stainless steel and Canadian Western Red Cedar, chosen for decades of weather far harder than a backyard.
Made to move
Light enough to roll through a gate and ride in a pickup, so it goes where life takes you.
Built to evolve alongside you
Change how it heats as your property, your power and your plans change, without rebuilding the tub.
Every part within reach
Each part can be reached by hand and replaced on its own, and we still supply parts for tubs built two decades ago.
Proven everywhere
Tested heating at -44°C (-47°F), and at home on islands, mountains, lakeshores and high desert.
This isn’t just another wood fired hot tub
Made for the ages.
A wood burning hot tub, but better
Handcrafted to last, to use less water and wood, and to keep you connected to the natural world.
Cedar hot tubs leak. Aluminum doesn’t
A traditional cedar tub has to swell before it seals. Riveted marine-grade aluminum is watertight from the first fill, so the AlumiTub can sit empty for months and be filled again without a drop lost.
Wood is hard to clean. The AlumiTub isn’t
The non-porous aluminum drains and wipes clean with a soft cloth. Fill it fresh from a hose, a lake or the ocean, or add Filtration & Steps to keep one fill clean for 3 to 4 months.
Closer to nature, naturally
No power to run, less wood to burn, and aluminum and stainless steel that can be recycled at the end of a very long life. A handcrafted heirloom, built to be loved by generations.
Stronger and more capable
Made for off grid life and built to get where it’s going. Riveted marine-grade aluminum, stainless steel and cedar that’s easy to take and hard to break.
We do wood burning hot tubs differently
Setting the standard for elevated living, with an uncompromising commitment to quality design and lasting beauty.
Does more
Three sizes and endless ways to heat it. An heirloom with the ability to evolve alongside you.
Without limits
In the backcountry or the backyard, it’s time better spent. Together, outside, in any terrain and any weather.
A place to gather
Time well spent
In a world that’s fast, it’s rare to find a place where speed isn’t glorified. Like the warm comforts of a campfire, heating it is half the fun, and an evening in the tub becomes a favourite passage of time. A cabin icon since 2001, from faraway islands to every lake country cottage between.
With a dose of grit and a deep seated certainty that it’s time well spent, your wood burning hot tub becomes a favourite passage of time.
The most trusted name in wood fired hot tubs since 2001, bringing people together on thousands of properties, from faraway islands to every lake country cottage between.
Built on a deep love for the outdoors and the belief that if something doesn’t work, you fix it. A wood burning hot tub that keeps hot for days and lives on for decades.
Often imitated, never duplicated. An unwavering commitment to quality, and the belief that a job worth doing is worth doing well. Small on purpose and 100% Canadian made.
On the coast of Nova Scotia
From the first match to the last light
A Standard Wood Fired on a concrete pad beside the house, with the Atlantic below. Light it in the afternoon, soak through sunset.
“Best overall wood fired hot tub”
“This is not a hot tub. It’s a life change, and I’m here for it”
Justin Pasutto, Kelowna BC
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“It's AMAZING and I find myself looking forward to crisp fall and chilly winter nights. Thank you AlumiTubs for our amazing new tub! We are sure to make a million memories with it! If you have a cabin... you are gonna want…”A Frame Jewel, Minnesota Lake
“We have happily been using our AlumiTub for nearly 20 years. Thank you for building such a remarkable product. I can't tell you about the countless happy hours we have spent in its warm confines.”Heidi and Bruce Reugg
“One of our best investments we've ever made! Perfecting the art & science of building the optimal fire and temp of our tub has been a fun & enriching experience. It's given us a greater appreciation for the natural beauty…”Ryan Fowler & Taylor McIndless, The Brook PEC, Prince Edward Island
“INCREDIBLE!!! Everything about it is jaw droppingly beautiful. Being able to use it in a setting like this filled with saltwater from the ocean is a dream come true!!Katelyn Witte, Gibsons, BC
“Every outdoor oasis needs close friends and an AlumiTub wood-fired hot tub.”Jenni Kayne, Upstate NY
“My parents got their AlumiTubs wood fired hot tub over 10 years ago now, and they both are adamant that it has been one of the best investments they ever made. I have always loved their tub, and have been super impressed…”John Kelsey, Thetis Island BC
“I am very grateful that a friend of mine here in Woodstock New York turned me on to Alumitubs. At her suggestion, I bought one a few years ago for my weekend home, and it is incredible. I use it with my family every…”Wonders Never Cease, Catskills NY
“WE LOVE OUR HOT TUB! It has increased airbnb bookings 10 fold! It's a huge hit. This beautiful aluminum tub is located at our Airbnb property @cabin_on_the_river in Narrowsburg, NY in the western Catskills/ upper Delaware…”Jennifer MacFarlane, Cabin on The River, Narrowsburg NY
“There is nothing better than spending our fall evenings soaking in a wood-fired hot tub. Wood-fired bathing in a tub creates the most authentic outdoor bathing experience. If you’ve ever soaked in water heated only by wood…”Lakehouse on Superior, Lake Superior
“AMAZING LIFE UPGRADE! Wow, I’m so in love with my alumitub. We did a ton of research on wood-burning cedar hot tubs and, due to our ranch property being off-grid and in a high elevation region with extreme weather (freezing…”Russell Grange, Alberta Rocky Mountains
“I've had your tub for 5 years. Wanted to use it every night and do. Even works at -40!”Kris Tap, Northern BC
“People LOVE the tubs!” Our oceanside wood-fired hot tub can make even the gloomiest of days all the more cozy + comforting. Both of our basecamps feature these custom-built beauties by AlumiTubs, which allow for maximum…”Rebecca, Spirit of the West Adventures, Quathiaski Cove
“I just want to say the hot tub is awesome! In every way. Everything about your service and product could not be better. The wood stove is so efficient and works so well. That is a huge help for me. It makes it all so much…”Leo Downey, Blaeberry Valley BC
“Undeniably the best addition to our homestead so far.Escaping to our handcrafted wood fired hot tub from AlumiTubs is a true family adventure. The crackling flames and the warmth of the fire create an irresistible oasis of…”BC's Little Nugget, Lillooet British Columbia
“Much better than our old wooden hot tub. Really good people and product. Easier and cleaner than the wooden one. We get to -30F around here. I put extra insulation on the top. Water will hold its heat for a long time. We…”Jake Gullo, Alaska
“It really didn't matter that it was 20° outside - because once the wood burned hot enough to warm the water in the tub, all of our senses relaxed. Suddenly we were able to enjoy the sight of sun-lit snowy trees, we could…”Stay and Hideaways, Catskills NY
“I am a mega mega mega fan of yours! This is my second hot tub so I can genuinely attest to how incredible your product is.”Jennifer MacFarlane, Cabin on the River, NY
“I can't believe the tub stays so hot! It heats so easily and the next morning when we went to use it, it had only dropped 3 degrees. It's well insulated and well made. Thank for this amazing experience!”Jess Krutz, Muskoka Lake
“Hi! We're loving our new tub! The kids have taken it over! It has been a bit rainy, but the kids are still eager to swim in the lake knowing they can pop up to the tub to warm up! I can't believe how little wood it takes…”Gillian Ramsey, Yosemite California
“I just want to say the hot tub is Awesome! in every way. Everything about your service and product could not be better. The wood stove is so efficient and works so well. That is a huge help for me. It makes it all so much…”Mitch & Sherry Metrunec
“It's the best money we've ever spent. Huge shout out for creating a product that will create memories for a lifetime.”Grow Wild Retreats, Shawnigan Lake
“Wanna know what's crazy? We spend more time in our backyard in the fall and winter than we do in the summer, all because of this AlumiTub. It revolutionized our feelings on dark west coast winters! Today we went for a fall…”Gina, Driftwoods, BC
“We love every experience we’ve had with this tub. Not only is the wood fired hot tub beautiful but it reconnects us to nature every time we use it. The perfect addition to any cabin or cottage!”Haley Jardine, Sunshine Coast
“No better place to sit and appreciate the winter wonderland than our AlumiTub hot tub...this one addition has totally changed our appreciation of winter cottage garden. We don't have running water in the winter so we will…”Ryan Coleman, Gold Lake
“No words. Best hot tub of our lives! Easy to set up and enjoy the same night! Go Canada-made. Thanks for making an amazing product!”Ridge on the Chimney, Nova Scotia, BC
“It's not a hot tub, it's a life upgrade and I'm here for it”Justin Pasutto, Kelowna BC
“The tub has been a total game changer for me...Not sure if I would've made it through the pandemic without that thing calming the nerves. Thanks to you guys for doing cool stuff at a price I could actually afford. My son…”Ryan Tatar, Joshua Tree California
“We LOVE it!!! Sitting in the tub and smelling the cedar and the fire....amazing! There's so much room and it stays nice and hot. We checked the temp this morning and it was 120! Lol.”Cindy Burger, Nova Scotia
“We love our hot tub....our friends love our hot tub.... our neighbours love our hot tub...wait a minute .... EVERYONE LOVES OUR ALUMITUB! But don't take our word on it...get one yourself and you'll soon be captured by, or…”Larry & Mary, Yellowknife, BC
“Brought our family together. my kids come up to the cabin just to use the hot tub. it's our family staple and we've loved it for 8 years now.”Métallier, Quebec
“Just wanted to take a moment to say thanks. We received the hot tub without any problems and in perfect shape. It continued its journey on a boat trailer then across 2 km of water and to its final location with no problem.…”Arnie Sperl, Maciter Ontario
“Since moving back to Minnesota we've been having lots of family fun time and enjoying simple pleasures. We've ESPECIALLY been loving our wood fired hot tub from AlumiTubs so many fun family moments and memories! Nothing…”Catskills, NY
“There is a 'Zen' component to an Alumitub hot tub. To be honest, I wasn't expecting that feeling of satisfaction to sit in the silence and tranquility of the space that you must curate to enjoy. Getting the wood, filling…”Gary Belec, BC
“We LOVE it! The quality and craftsmanship is amazing. Thank you! We still love our alumitub and use it just about every day.”David Navritil, Ontario
“Friends of ours (Stephanie Higginson and Kevin Trotter) purchased a tub from you a few years ago and we have loved using theirs – they inspired us to get one. We have a place on Bowyer island, and can’t wait to get it fired…”Marc Young, Bowyer Island
“Probably the best thing to happen this summer. Tonight's lesson, over fuelling the fire also means overheating the hot tub! Got it to 120 in absolutely no time...damn that's bloody efficient! Now I can withstand silly…”Ross Dempster, Gibsons BC
“Very well done product! Got ours this month in the snow and set it up. Really enjoying it. I heat my home with wood, and the wood stove in the hot tub performs very well. Easy to get it started and it takes off, well…”James Pelk
“We’ve had our tub for 7 months now, use it almost everyday and couldn’t be happier with it. There’s no comparison to the cedar tubs that need to swell to be water tight. Also Josh has been very helpful and responsive…”Nick Lannengegger
“Best purchase. Should have got one sooner. Top notch quality.”Bryan Pftiszner
“Engineering masterpiece! With only a few hours it heats up completely and after that it only takes a matter of minutes to reheat it to tubbing temperature all weekend long!”Thomas Doughty
“Big thanks for making these log-powered slow-down machines with such craft and care. Why wood? Well, electricity can be spotty here. Especially in the winter. Also negates the necessity for chemicals, so I can drain lightly…”Daniel Knowles, Olympia Washington
“We finally soaked up in this AMAZING off grid AlumiTubs twice already…Last night at midnight, with a sky full of stars, and moning coffee at sunrise…Can’t say enough about this hot tub, easy to put together, just absolutely…”Scarletts Ully
“My wife and I took delivery of a large 8 person Wood fired Alumitub, to be used at our offgrid cabin. From start to finish, dealing with Josh at Alumitubs was a masterclass in customer service. He was friendly…”Ian Gates
“We could not be happier with our hot tub and the whole buying experience. The tub is super well built with very high-quality materials. The buying experience was very easy and personalized. Josh answered all my questions…”Amanda Akers
“If I could give ten stars , I would! Customer service : A+.The tub is by far the best gift that keeps on giving ! We received our tub last September. The delivery was smooth, as was the pick up. No damage or issues. The…”Christine Tracey
“Fantastic company and product. We have had our tub for over a year now and are still enjoying it on a weekly basis. Highly recommended in terms of quality and craftsmanship.”Sean Maki
“We are very happy with the tub. It heats quickly and is very efficient using much less firewood than I had ever thought.”David Bishop, Yosemite
“We have used the hot tub every day since we got it. We have almost mastered getting the water to reach 104F in the late evening after lighting the fire upon coming home from work. We have even had a few nights where it was…”Martha Lambert, Vancouver Island BC
“Overlooking Howe Sound the tub couldn’t be any cosier! Thanks so much, it is everything we hoped for and more…3 generations have already used the tub.”Dan Lyle, Northern BC
“It’s the absolute best buy we’ve ever made. The uniqueness of it is really special. When we get in the hot tub, we’re just transported to a different place some how. All of a sudden everything slows down, you can appreciate everything that’s going on around you. It’s become such a major part of our mental and physical health.”Susan & Chris Kelsey, Thetis Island BC
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Wood fired hot tub specifications
Every figure below matches the AlumiTubs specifications page. For site planning, see the dimensioned drawings (PDF).
| Small | Standard | Large | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $10,095 CAD | $10,595 CAD | $11,995 CAD |
| Approx. USD | about $7,300 | about $7,600 | about $8,600 |
| Outside diameter | 60″ (5 ft, 1.5 m) | 72″ (6 ft, 1.8 m) | 84″ (7 ft, 2.1 m) |
| Seats | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| Heat-up, cold fill | about 2 hrs | about 3 hrs | about 5 hrs |
| Water volume | 315 US gal (1,200 L) | 420 US gal (1,600 L) | 650 US gal (2,450 L) |
| Empty weight | 200 lbs (90 kg) | 220 lbs (99 kg) | 300 lbs (136 kg) |
| Filled weight, 38″ build | 3,200 lbs | 5,000 lbs | 7,000 lbs |
| Packaged weight | 450 lbs | 551 lbs | 650 lbs |
| Crate, L × W × H | 60″ × 46″ × 68″ | 72″ × 46″ × 80″ | 84″ × 46″ × 90″ |
| Depth | 38″ standard; a 44″ build is $1,000 CAD and adds roughly 1,000 lbs filled |
|---|---|
| Water over the seat | 21.5″ at the recommended fill on a 38″ build; bench 13.5″ |
| Structure | Riveted 5052 marine-grade aluminum in a patent-pending method, pressure-tested before shipping |
| Firebox | Welded aluminum, submerged in the water and large by design: takes regular size logs, with less smoke and less wood. Stainless chimney with a spark-arresting cap, guarded by a cedar fence. Ash scoop and thermometer supplied |
| Chimney clearance | At least 10 ft clear above the chimney cap, with nothing flammable nearby; mind eaves, pergolas and trees |
| Cladding | Canadian Western Red Cedar, held by three stainless steel bands |
| Insulation | 360 degrees between the aluminum and the cedar, a floating layer on the water, and rigid insulation beneath the base, laid during site prep |
| Drain | Drain valve standard; optional Drain Kit, $100 CAD, leads the water away on a garden hose |
| Included | 360 degrees of insulation and a floating insulation blanket for the water. A lid is sold separately; rigid insulation beneath the base is laid during site prep |
| Protection | Aluminum’s own oxide layer; Filtration & Steps tubs also carry magnesium anodes |
| Warranty | 25 year structural warranty |
| Heating | Submerged wood burning firebox; needs no power at all |
|---|---|
| Wood use | 1 to 2 bundles of dry hardwood to heat a Standard from cold; an armful a day to hold it |
| Temperature | Stop adding wood around 95°F and the water carries on to 101 to 104°F; never let the fire take it past 106°F |
| Between soaks | Loses 2 to 3°F overnight with the lid on |
| Lighting | Keep the firebox lid open about 4″ while the fire gets going, then close it |
| How long a fill lasts | Days to a couple of weeks on a fresh fill; 3 to 4 months with Filtration & Steps; ocean fills changed every 5 to 7 days |
| Filtration, optional | 120V plug-in on a 15 amp dedicated grounded outlet within 10 ft; 50 micron cartridge; in-line bromine dispenser, 2 to 3 ppm |
| Sanitizer | Bromine, never chlorine; floating dispenser without filtration |
| Cold rating | Tested heating at −44°C (−47°F) |
| Winter | Keep it hot, or drain it fully before a hard freeze; never let it freeze full |
| Setup | Pre-assembled; about 1 hour of setup; rolls through a 38″ gap; no electrician needed |
| Add electric later | Order with compatibility ports and the electric system can be added later, making it a Hybrid |
Wood Fired, Electric or Hybrid?
All three share the same riveted marine-grade aluminum structure, Canadian Western Red Cedar and 25 year structural warranty. The difference is how you heat the water.
| The Wood Fired | The Electric | The Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| From | $10,095 CAD | $12,495 CAD | $14,495 CAD |
| Heating | Submerged wood burning firebox | 4 kW electric heater | Both, alone or together |
| Power | None | 240V, hardwired | None for the fire; 240V, or 120V by request, for the electric side |
| Heat-up from cold | About 2, 3 or 5 hrs by size | About 3°F an hour; designed to hold or schedule | About 2, 3 or 5 hrs by fire; electric holds it there |
| Holds a set temperature | As long as the fire is fed | Yes, 50 to 104°F | Yes, 50 to 104°F |
| Filtration | Optional, with Filtration & Steps | Built in | Built in |
| During a fire ban | Waits for the ban to lift | Unaffected | Runs on electric |
| During a power outage | Unaffected | No heat; drain if it will freeze | Heats by fire |
| Best for | Off-grid properties and the ritual of the fire | A home you use most weeks, with no fire to tend | Weekend cabins, fire-ban regions and unreliable power |
Change your heating system at no charge until 30 days before your tub ships. See the full range of outdoor hot tubs, or email hi@alumitubs.com and we'll help you choose.
Wood fired hot tub FAQs
Still deciding? Email hi@alumitubs.com and we will help you choose the right size and setup for your property.
How long does the Wood Fired take to heat?
From a cold fill, about 2 hours for the Small, 3 for the Standard and 5 for the Large. Stop adding wood at about 95°F and the water keeps climbing to a 101 to 104°F soak. Once it is hot, an armful of wood a day holds it there. Dry, seasoned hardwood heats fastest. How long it takes to heat covers the method.
How do I light and heat it?
Fill to the line marked on the tub, or at least 4 inches above the chimney collar. Lay the floating insulation on the water and put the lid on. Light a small fire in the firebox with its lid open about 4 inches while it gets going, then close it. Add wood as it burns down and stir the water now and then as it heats.
Does it need electricity?
No. The firebox sits inside the water and heats it directly, so the Wood Fired needs nothing but wood and water, which is why it suits cabins, islands and off-grid properties. If you have a standard outlet and want water that lasts months, add the 120V filtration and steps. If you want electric heat as well, see the Hybrid.
Does it stay hot between soaks?
With the lid on, it loses only 2 to 3°F overnight, so a second evening is a short top-up rather than a fresh heat. Insulation does the work: 360 degrees of it around the tub, a floating layer on the water and the lid on top, with 3.5 inches of rigid insulation laid beneath the base during site prep.
Can I use it all winter?
Yes. Many owners soak most in winter. The Wood Fired has been tested heating in minus 44°C (minus 47°F), and the submerged firebox keeps working however cold the air gets. Keep the lid on between soaks and an armful of wood a day keeps it hot. Soaking in winter has more.
How do I keep it from freezing?
Either keep it hot or drain it. While you are using it, an armful of wood a day keeps the water well above freezing. If you are leaving and nobody will tend the fire, drain it fully before a hard freeze. Never let it freeze full. Drained, there is nothing inside to freeze, and it fills and heats again the day you are back.
Can I leave it empty over winter?
Yes. The water sits in the aluminum structure, not in timber that has to stay swollen, so it can be drained and left empty for weeks or months without harm. Owners with weekend cabins often fill on arrival and drain when they leave.
How long does the water last?
On a fresh fill routine, days to a couple of weeks with good care. With the 120V filtration fitted, a fill typically lasts three to four months. Keep bromine at 2 to 3 ppm, pH 7.4 to 7.8, alkalinity 80 to 120 ppm and calcium hardness 150 to 250 ppm. Use bromine, never chlorine, and no salt systems, copper or silver products. The Water Care Academy explains each step.
Can I fill it from the ocean, a lake or a well?
Yes. Marine-grade aluminum takes sea water; change ocean fills every five to seven days and rinse. Lake and well water work too, tested on the first fill and balanced to the ranges above. Do not fill through a water softener.
What sizes is the Wood Fired available in, and what does it cost?
Small: 5 ft (60 in) across, seats 2, 315 US gallons, $10,095 CAD (about $7,300 USD). Standard: 6 ft (72 in), seats 5, 420 US gallons, $10,595 CAD (about $7,600 USD). Large: 7 ft (84 in), seats 8, 650 US gallons, $11,995 CAD (about $8,600 USD). With 120V filtration and cedar steps: $11,595, $12,095 and $13,495 CAD (about $8,300, $8,700 and $9,700 USD). Every size is 38 inches deep as standard, with a 44 inch build available for taller bathers, $1,000 CAD. A $500 CAD deposit reserves your build slot.
How does ordering and delivery work?
A $500 CAD deposit reserves the next available build slot, and the balance is due 30 days before your tub ships. Each tub is built to order and pressure tested before it leaves the shop. We give you a ship date and deliver to your nearest depot, where it is loaded onto your truck or trailer; delivery to the curb is available for a fee on the Small and Standard. Current lead times are on the shipping page.
How is it set up?
It arrives pre-assembled and weighs 200 to 300 lbs empty, so two people roll it on its side through a gap as narrow as 38 inches. No crane, no plumbing, no assembly. It needs a flat, level base rated for the filled weight (3,200 lbs Small, 5,000 Standard, 7,000 Large) with 3.5 inches of rigid insulation beneath it, and about 10 ft of vertical clearance above the chimney cap. Setup takes about an hour, and you can soak the same day.
Is it allowed where I live, and what about fire bans?
In most places no building permit is needed for the tub itself. Because the fire burns in an enclosed, submerged firebox with a chimney, it is generally treated like a household wood stove rather than an open fire, but your local fire department is the authority, including on summer fire bans. If bans come every August where you live, the Hybrid keeps you soaking on the electric side.
How much wood does it use, and what should I burn?
Roughly an armful a day once it is hot, more on the first heat from cold. Burn dry, seasoned hardwood such as oak, maple, birch or ash. Avoid wet wood and pine, which smoke more and heat less. The best firewood goes deeper.
How is it different from a traditional cedar hot tub?
A traditional cedar tub relies on the wood swelling to stay watertight, so it has to stay full. The Wood Fired is built on a riveted 5052 marine-grade aluminum structure that holds the water on its own, clad in Canadian Western Red Cedar held by stainless steel bands and fasteners. It can be drained, moved and left empty without consequence, and the cedar never needs oiling or sealing.
Can I add electric heat later?
Yes. Order the Wood Fired with compatibility ports and the electric system can be added later, which turns it into a Hybrid. You can also change heating system at no charge up to 30 days before your tub ships.
What warranty does the Wood Fired carry?
The structure carries a 25 year structural warranty, and every part can be reached and replaced rather than thrown away. Full terms are on the warranty page.
Should I choose the Wood Fired, the Electric or the Hybrid?
The Wood Fired heats with nothing but wood and suits cabins, off-grid properties and anyone who loves the ritual of the fire. The Electric holds a set temperature with no fire to tend. The Hybrid has both, for weekend cabins or anywhere with summer fire bans. All three share the same aluminum structure, cedar and warranty. Compare all three.