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Wilson Birch Kiln Dried Firewood vs Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits

Pick Firewood Central if you cook over wood or want dense hardwood heat: hickory splits are uniform at 16 inches, kiln-dried to 15% moisture or less, and give a long, hot burn with a mild sweet smoke. Pick Wilson if you want small birch splits for a fire pit, bonfire or quick fire, or if you like the lighter birch aroma. Wilson's box is small and the log sizes vary, so it suits short sessions more than all-night burns. Reviewers of kiln-dried hardwood generally rate hickory above birch for heat output and burn time.

  • Choose the Wilson Birch if you want a compact box of small birch splits for a fire pit, bonfire or quick fireplace fire, and you like a lighter wood aroma.
  • Choose the Firewood Central Hickory if you want dense, uniform 16-inch hardwood splits for grilling, smoking or long, hot fireplace burns.

Prices

  • Wilson Birch Kiln Dried Firewood: $36.99 at Amazon (last seen Nov 10)
  • Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits: $36.04 at eBay (last seen Nov 9)
  • Difference: the Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits is $0.95 cheaper than the Wilson Birch Kiln Dried Firewood at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 10)
Wilson
Wilson Birch Split Firewood - Seasoned Natural Kiln Dried Fireplace, Fire Pit, Bonfire Logs (Regular)

Wilson Birch Kiln Dried Firewood

Wilson Birch Split Firewood - Seasoned Natural Kiln Dried Fireplace, Fire Pit, Bonfire Logs (Regular)

5(1 rating)
$36.99at AmazonChecked 13 h ago
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Pros
  • Small, light box that is easy to carry and store
  • Kiln-dried birch lights fast with little smoke
  • Good for fire pits, bonfires and filling a wood rack
  • Sustainably harvested in Michigan
Cons
  • Small box means a short fire; you need several for a long burn
  • Split diameters vary from 1 to 3 inches
  • Birch burns faster and cooler than dense hickory
  • Weight per box varies
Firewood Central
Firewood Central Kiln-Dried PA Hickory – 16” Splits (Approx. 38 lb)

Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits

Firewood Central Kiln-Dried PA Hickory – 16” Splits (Approx. 38 lb)

4.5(4 ratings)
$36.04at eBayChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • Dense hickory gives high heat and long burn time
  • Uniform 16-inch splits fit most grills, smokers and fireplaces
  • Kiln-dried to 15% moisture or less for quick lighting
  • Mild sweet smoke works well for poultry, fish and vegetables
Cons
  • About 38 lb bundle is heavy to move
  • Only 14 to 18 logs per bundle
  • Hickory smoke is stronger than birch for delicate foods
  • Uniform splits leave less kindling-sized wood

What separates them

Wilson Birch Kiln Dried FirewoodFirewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits
Wood speciesBirch, a medium-density hardwoodHickory, a dense hardwood with high heat output
Log size consistencySplits range 1 to 3 inches in diameter, lengths 16 to 18 inchesUniform 16-inch splits, 14 to 18 logs per bundle
Moisture and burnKiln dried for a hotter, low-smoke burnKiln dried to 15% moisture or less for fast ignition and steady heat
Cooking useBirch adds aroma; small splits suit small firesMild, slightly sweet smoke suited to poultry, fish and vegetables
Pack size and handlingOne small box, 16x12x8 inches, light and easy to carryAbout 38 lb bundle, heavier but packaged for transport and storage
SourcingSustainably harvested in Michigan's Upper PeninsulaSourced from Pennsylvania forests, processed in Myerstown, PA
Best fire typeFire pit, bonfire, decorative rack filler, short firesGrill, smoker, fireplace, long burns

Price history

$56.92$15.99
Nov 9Nov 10
  • Wilson Birch Kiln Dried Firewood: lowest $36.99 on Nov 10 at Amazon.
  • Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits: lowest $15.99 on Nov 9 at Esbenshade's Garden Center; $56.92 on Nov 10.

Prices at every store

Wilson Birch Kiln Dried Firewood

  • Michaels StoresNew

    In stock

    $47.59+ $8.95 shippingChecked 13 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $36.99Free shippingChecked 13 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

    Availability unknownSold by Wilson Enterprises, Inc.

    $39.99Checked 13 h ago
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  • Wilson EvergreensNew

    Availability unknown

    $51.99Checked 13 h ago
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Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits

  • eBayNew

    In stockSold by esbenshadesgardencenter

    $36.04Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Esbenshade's Garden CenterNew

    In stock

    $15.99+ $38.90 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • WalmartNew

    Out of stockSold by Esbenshades Garden CenterReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $36.04Free shippingChecked 12 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecWilson Birch Kiln Dried FirewoodFirewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits
Box dimensions16"x 12"x 8"—
Log diameter1 to 3 inches—
Wood typeBirch Wood—
Log length16 to 18 inches—
Box size16"x 12"x 8"—
Processingkiln dry process—
Boxes per order1 Count—
Materialbirch wood—

What reviewers say

Firewood Central Kiln-Dried Hickory Splits

Buyers of kiln-dried hickory splits generally report fast lighting, low moisture and steady heat, and praise the flavor it gives beef and pork. Complaints tend to center on inconsistent split sizes and piece counts, and on hickory being too strong for lighter meats.

What people mention
  • Moisture and lightingPraisedOwners say the kiln-dried splits catch quickly and burn without hissing or excess smoke.
  • Smoke flavorPraisedReviewers like the bold hickory flavor it gives brisket, ribs and pork.
  • Split consistencyMixedSome buyers find split sizes and piece counts vary from bundle to bundle.
  • Heat and burn rateMixedThe wood burns hot and steady, but some say it goes faster than denser hardwoods.

Questions and answers

Which is better for grilling and smoking?
Firewood Central hickory. Its dense hardwood and uniform 16-inch splits give steady high heat and a mild sweet smoke that suits poultry, fish and vegetables. Wilson birch is better for a fire pit or a quick fire.
Which burns longer?
Firewood Central hickory. Dense hickory holds heat longer than birch, and the bundle holds more wood than Wilson's small box. Expect to use several Wilson boxes for an all-evening fire.
Is hickory worth stepping up to over birch?
Yes if you cook over wood or want long, hot burns. Hickory gives more heat per log and a food-friendly smoke. Stay with birch if you want a light, easy fire in a fire pit.
Which is easier to store and carry?
Wilson. The 16x12x8-inch box is light and stacks easily. The Firewood Central bundle weighs about 38 lb, so plan where you will keep it before it arrives.
Does either wood need to season before burning?
No. Both are kiln dried, so they are ready to burn on arrival. Firewood Central states 15% moisture or less; Wilson kiln dries its birch to cut moisture and smoke.
Which is better for a fire pit or bonfire?
Wilson birch. The smaller 1 to 3 inch splits light quickly and suit short fires. Hickory works too but is better saved for cooking and fireplace heat.

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