Bulk Bag vs Net Bags of Kiln-Dried Logs: Which Offers the Best Value?

If you use a wood-burning stove, open fire or log burner, choosing the right quantity of firewood can make a real difference to your budget and convenience.
Should you buy smaller nets of logs that are easy to carry and store, or order a bulk bag to stock up for winter?
At Green Olive Firewood, we offer British kiln-dried logs in convenient 22L Premium Nets, larger XL Nets and bulk bags ranging from 0.8m³ to 1.8m³. Each option suits different households, storage spaces and budgets.
In this guide, we compare our available firewood options using their stated quantities, prices and approximate loose-log volumes to help you decide which offers the best value for your home.

Quick Answer: Are Net Bags or Bulk Bags Cheaper?

If you want the lowest cost per stated cubic metre, buying a larger quantity of net bags can offer excellent value. However, our bulk bags provide the convenience of receiving a substantial quantity of firewood in a single delivery, without having to handle dozens of individual nets.
Based on the prices used in this comparison, our 90-net Premium pack works out at approximately £201.85 per cubic metre, while our 1.8m³ Full Load bulk bag works out at £205 per cubic metre.
The difference is small. Your choice may therefore come down to how you prefer to store and handle your logs.
Prices and calculations in this guide use the product information supplied for this comparison. Check the live product pages for current prices and availability.

Compare Green Olive Firewood Prices

The table below compares our 22L Premium Nets with our XL Nets and bulk-bag options.

For the Premium Nets, we estimate that each 22L net represents approximately 30 litres of loose logs. This is the basis used to calculate the equivalent loose volume. Bulk-bag prices are compared using their stated cubic-metre capacities.

Important: These figures assume the net-bag loose-volume estimate and the bulk-bag capacities are measured on a comparable basis. 

22L Premium Net Bags: Convenient Firewood in Manageable Quantities

Our 22L Premium Nets are designed for customers who want their firewood supplied in individual bags that are easy to handle and store.

Each net contains approximately 8–12 logs, making this format useful for households that want to keep a supply of firewood ready without needing to move a large bulk bag.

The Premium Net range includes three pallet quantities.

45 Premium Nets – £325

This pack provides approximately 1.35m³ of loose logs using our 30-litre-per-net estimate.

It is a useful option for customers who want a substantial quantity of firewood but prefer individual nets rather than a single large bag.

60 Premium Nets – £399

With 60 nets, you receive approximately 1.8m³ of loose logs on the same basis.

This is equivalent to the stated volume of our Full Load bulk bag, making it a particularly useful comparison for customers deciding between individual nets and bulk delivery.

The Premium Net option costs £30 more than the £369 Full Load bulk bag. That additional cost buys the convenience of having the wood separated into individual bags.

90 Premium Nets – £545

For customers who want to stock up in larger quantities, our 90-net pack represents approximately 2.7m³ of loose logs using the same estimate.
At approximately £201.85 per cubic metre, this is the lowest calculated price per cubic metre among the Premium Net and bulk-bag options compared here.
It may suit households with sufficient storage space that want a large supply delivered in manageable bags.
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 XL Net Bags: More Logs Per Bag

If you prefer individual bags but want more logs in each one, our XL Nets are another option.

Each XL Net contains approximately 15–20 logs, compared with around 8–12 logs in a standard 22L Premium Net.

Our 50 XL-Net pack is priced at £525.

The larger format means you need to handle fewer bags to store a given number of logs. However, because the XL Nets contain more wood per bag, their price per bag should not be compared directly with the price of a standard Premium Net.

For a fair comparison, consider the quantity of wood supplied, the number of bags you need to handle and the storage space available.

If you prefer the convenience of individual bags but regularly use your wood burner, XL Nets may be worth considering.

Bulk Bags: A Convenient Way to Stock Up for Winter

Bulk bags are a practical choice if you burn firewood regularly and want a larger quantity delivered in one order.

Green Olive Firewood offers three bulk-bag options in this comparison.

Half Load Bulk Bag – 0.8m³ for £239

The Half Load is the smallest of our three bulk-bag options.

It provides a substantial quantity of logs in a single bag and may suit customers who want a bulk delivery but have limited storage space.

Its calculated price is approximately £298.75 per cubic metre.

Jumbo Bulk Bag – 1.2m³ for £299

The Jumbo offers 50% more volume than the Half Load for £60 more.

At approximately £249.17 per cubic metre, it has a lower calculated cost per cubic metre than the Half Load.

This makes it a useful middle option for customers who want more firewood without committing to the largest bag.

Full Load Bulk Bag – 1.8m³ for £369

Our Full Load offers the largest stated volume of the three bulk-bag options.

At approximately £205 per cubic metre, it has the lowest calculated cost per cubic metre within the bulk-bag range.

It also provides the same stated volume as our 60 Premium Net pack, but at £30 less.

For customers who have enough space to store a bulk bag, this can be a convenient way to stock up in a single delivery.

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Which Offers the Best Value: Net Bags or Bulk Bags?

The best choice depends on whether you prioritise price, convenience or the amount of firewood you want to store. Make your choice from:

Premium Net Bags:

• You prefer individual bags that are easier to carry and organise.
• You want to divide your firewood into manageable quantities.
• You have a suitable log store but do not want one large bulk bag.
• You want to choose between 45, 60 or 90 nets.

XL Nets:

• You want more logs in each individual bag.
• You prefer to handle fewer bags than you would with standard nets.
• You want a convenient format for storing a larger supply.

Bulk Bag:

• You regularly use your wood-burning stove.
• You want a substantial quantity of firewood delivered together.
• You have enough space for the bag and the delivered logs.
• You want to compare the cost per stated cubic metre across the available sizes.

There is no single option that suits everyone. The best purchase is the one that provides the right quantity at a price you are comfortable with, while fitting your storage space and delivery arrangements.

Understanding Loose Volume When Buying Firewood

One important point when comparing firewood is the difference between bag capacity, loose volume and stacked volume.

Logs contain gaps between individual pieces when they are placed loosely into a bag. When the logs are stacked neatly, those gaps change, so the volume occupied by the stack is different from the original loose volume.

For this comparison, we have used the following estimate for the 22L Premium Nets:

• One 22L Premium Net represents approximately 30 litres of loose logs.
• Around 33.3 Premium Nets therefore represent approximately 1m³ of loose logs.
• Sixty Premium Nets represent approximately 1.8m³ of loose logs on this basis.

When comparing different suppliers, always check whether the advertised cubic-metre figure refers to loose-filled or stacked wood. A cubic metre of loose logs is not the same quantity of timber as a cubic metre of neatly stacked logs.

This distinction helps you make a fairer comparison and avoid choosing a product based on a misleading headline volume.

Why Choose Kiln-Dried Logs?

Whatever quantity you order, the condition of your firewood matters.

Kiln-dried logs are dried in a controlled environment to reduce their moisture content. Properly dry wood is generally easier to light and can burn more effectively than wood containing excessive moisture when used correctly in a suitable appliance.

Green Olive Firewood supplies British kiln-dried logs advertised as Ready to Burn certified and dried to below 20% moisture content.

When buying firewood for domestic use in England, look for the Ready to Burn certification and check the relevant supplier and certification details.

For further information, visit the official GOV.UK guidance on selling wood for domestic use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to buy a bulk bag or nets of logs?

It depends on the quantities and prices being compared. In this example, the 90 Premium Net pack works out at approximately £201.85 per cubic metre, compared with £205 per cubic metre for the Full Load bulk bag. The bulk bag, however, provides the convenience of one large bag rather than 90 individual nets.

How many logs are in a 22L Premium Net?

Each Green Olive 22L Premium Net contains approximately 8–12 logs. The actual count varies with the size and shape of individual logs.

How many logs are in an XL Net?

Our XL Nets contain approximately 15–20 logs per bag.

How much loose firewood is in a 22L Premium Net?

For the comparison in this guide, we estimate approximately 30 litres of loose logs per net. This is the basis used for the price-per-cubic-metre calculations.

What is the cheapest bulk bag per cubic metre?

Using the prices and capacities in this guide, the Full Load bulk bag at £369 for 1.8m³ has the lowest calculated price per cubic metre at £205.

Is a Jumbo bulk bag worth the extra money?

The Jumbo provides 1.2m³ for £299, compared with 0.8m³ for £239 for the Half Load. It supplies 50% more stated volume for £60 more, while reducing the calculated price per cubic metre.

Which firewood option is best for winter?

If you burn logs frequently and have suitable storage space, a larger net pack or bulk bag can be convenient. If you prefer to carry and organise your wood in smaller quantities, Premium Nets or XL Nets may be a better fit.

Find the Right Firewood for Your Home

Whether you prefer manageable 22L Premium Nets, larger XL Nets or a bulk bag delivered in one order, Green Olive Firewood offers options to suit different households and storage requirements.

Compare the quantities, prices and delivery arrangements to find the right format for your home.

Ready to order?

• Browse our British kiln-dried firewood range.
• Explore our bulk bags of kiln-dried logs.

Choose the quantity that works for you and get your firewood ready for the colder months.