THE TOP 3

#1 – Real Flame Foster Stove Electric Fireplace – Best Choice

The Real Flame Foster Stove Electric Fireplace is simple plug-in electric fireplace. It has a simulated bed of logs that smolder realistically underneath the simulated flames. It is a stove style electric fireplace but obviously, no venting will be required.

The beautiful cabin style glass doors open up but stay cool to the touch – unlike a real wood-burning stove. The Real Flame Foster Stove Electric Fireplace can generate 4700 BTU’s so it’s good for rooms of about 1,000 square feet. This is a great choice if you don’t want or need a lot of fancy periphery features.

It has a simple on and off switch and can be used as a heater only. There are 4 temperature settings that include 68, 77, 86 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit. While it does lack some common features like remote control operation, we really like the Real Flame Foster Stove Electric Fireplace because it’s very simple and user friendly. Once you have it assembled you can start using it right away. No headaches, no hassles.

Pros:

• Simple interface
• It has an option for just flames or just heat
• Wood stove styling

Cons:

• Lacks convenience features
• Some assembly required

Overall Rating: 96/100

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#2 – Hearth Brands Sandlin 28″ Electric Fireplace Mantel Package – Best Premium

The Hearth Brands Sandlin 28″ Electric Fireplace Mantel Package is what’s known as a suite electric fireplace. All it means is that it comes with everything needed to house the firebox and produce a mantle. This is a large electric fireplace so it would be best for large rooms with plenty of open space.

It’s 55 inches wide, 48 inches tall and 17.2 inches deep. You can simply push this electric fireplace up against the wall, plug it in and enjoy the replicated flames. The flames dance over a bed of artificial wood logs that will make you want to cozy up next this electric fireplace.

The mantle and molding are white and give a very stately appearance. The Hearth Brands Sandlin 28″ Electric Fireplace Mantel Package is capable of generating 5200 BTU’s so again, it would be good for rooms about 1,000 square feet.

Unlike the first electric fireplace on our list, the Hearth Brands Sandlin 28″ Electric Fireplace Mantel Package can be operated via remote. There is also a timer function and the ability to run the heater and the simulated flames independently of each other.

Pros:

• It has a classic aesthetic
• Fan distributes heat very well
• Temperature control

Cons:

• Takes up a decent amount of space
• No voice control features

Overall Rating: 94/100

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#3 – Tangkula 36 inches Electric Fireplace Insert – Best Budget

This is one of the coolest electric fireplaces because it is ridiculously affordable at about $280 and it has some of the coolest looking replicated flames. In fact, there can be 9 flame colors added to the effect.

The catch is that this isn’t a standalone fireplace. It’s an insert which means it will have to be recessed into a wall. That’s also why it’s a great choice for anyone who already has a defunct fireplace because no alteration will have to be made to a wall.

However, if you don’t want to make major alterations to your wall, this fireplace can be mounted to the wall. There are also 5 brightness settings. Unfortunately there are only 2 temperature settings: 62 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.

Pros:

• 8 hour times
• Beautiful flames
• It can be recessed or hung

Cons:

• Only two temperature settings
• Low heating capacity

Overall Rating: 95/100

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#4 – RICHFLAME 33 Inches, 26 Inches High, Gavin Electric Fireplace Insert – Best Under $400

What we really like about this fireplace is that the fake logs actually look very real. It’s a bit on the small side but it’s great for smaller rooms of about 400 square feet. You can also use it as a recessed, in-wall fireplace, put it in your existing fireplace, hang it on the wall or let it just stand on it’s own.

Another cool thing about this electric fireplace is that it’s immersive. It has 6 different cracklings sounds to make you really feel like you’re sitting around a campfire. There are two heat settings and three different flame patterns.

While the housing isn’t much to look at (it doesn’t come with it’s own mantle or anything), the flames are beautiful and the replicated wood gives it a rustic feel. We also like that the power cable is nice and long so you have a little more freedom as to where you place it.

Pros:

• 6 foot power cord
• Beautiful flames
• Different crackling noises

Cons:

• Warranty isn’t comprehensive
• Uneven heating

Overall Rating: 95/100

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#5 – SEI Furniture Tanaya Faux Stacked Stone Alexa-Enabled Electric Fireplace – Best Under $700

This is another suite fireplace so you get the whole package: a mantle, the firebox itself and a stone inner frame. Even when this thing is off, it looks beautiful. It’s 45 inches wide, 15 inches deep and 40 inches tall so it’s a good medium size electric fireplace.

The outer mantle is made of engineered wood so it’s nice and sturdy. You just get the feeling that this fireplace is going to last a long time. And as the name suggests, it can be connected to Alexa and controlled with your voice.

The flame levels can be adjusted as can the temperature. The firebox is 19 inches tall and 23 inches wide so you get a good size to look at.

Pros:

• Features stone work
• Durable design
• Works on a standard outlet

Cons:

• A bit tricky to put together
• A bit heavy

Overall Rating: 94/100

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#6 – PuraFlame Western Electric Fireplace Insert

The PuraFlame Western Electric Fireplace Insert is a great choice for smaller rooms and provides even heating. There is a thermostat setting so you can control the temperature pretty well. There are also 3 flame settings and you can control how bright they are.

This electric fireplace creates a very comfortable and cool atmosphere. It’s great for small bedrooms and can even be used as a nightlight for your kids. There are two power settings: 750 watts and 1500 watts.

You can operate via an included remote control and there are even 6 different wood crackling sounds to choose from. Overall it creates a very relaxing ambiance that works well in any small room.

Pros:

• It can be controlled via remote
• It’s a  good price
• It can be used in your existing fireplace

Cons:

• It can’t be used as a standalone fireplace
• It can’t be hard wired

Overall Rating: 91/100

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#7 – e-Flame USA Jasper Freestanding Electric Fireplace Stove Heater – Best Under $300

This is another really nice wood-stove style electric fireplace. It has two doors that open outward and gives the feel of an old-time wood-burning stove – only better because it stays cool to the touch. It operates at a maximum of 5115 BTU’s so it’s good for heating rooms up to about 400 square feet.

We like that the power cord is 6 feet long so you get more freedom as to where you can place it. We also like that it’s free standing which means there’s no complicated installation required. It’s available in black, white and rustic red.

It has a very simply interface with a knob that controls the heat and another knob that controls the flame level. In the firebox is a bed of simulated smoldering wood logs that look very realistic. Another great thing about this fireplace is that it’s surprisingly lightweight.

Pros:

• Great for small rooms
• No complex installation
• Simple interface

Cons:

• Limited features
• Longevity concerns

Overall Rating: 92/100

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#8 – Real Flame White 5010E-W Thayer Electric Fireplace – Best Under $1000

The Real Flame White 5010E-W Thayer Electric Fireplace is a suite electric fireplace and it includes the mantle, the firebox and a remote control. Assembly is  pretty easy thankfully. You can also change the color of the simulated flames.

The fake wood inside doesn’t look too convincing but the LED flames make up for it. The Real Flame White 5010E-W Thayer Electric Fireplace operates at 4700 BTU’s so again, it would be best for rooms around 1000 square feet.

We’re not too wild about the white mantle because in the wrong room, it will stick out like a sore thumb. However, the engineered wood has a very regal design and bonus perk: you can rest things on top of the mantle.

Pros:

• High-capacity heating
• Easy assembly
• 6 different flame colors

Cons:

• The remote doesn’t work too well
• Poor customer service

Overall Rating: 92/100

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#9 – ENENE Mirrored Electric Fireplace – Best Freestanding

This fireplace would be great for anyone who prefers the versatility and ease of installation of a freestanding model. It still comes with it’s own mantle though so that’s a perk. There are 2 temperature settings and it can be used as a heater alone.

You can also just use it for the flames if you want. There is a 750 watt heat setting and a 1500 watt heat setting.

Pros:

• Versatile use
• Even heating
• Slim profile

Cons:

• A bit gaudy
• Not very durable

Overall Rating: 93/100

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#10 – C-Hopetree 23 inch Tall Portable Electric Wood Stove Fireplace – Best Under $100

If you are looking for just a little extra heat but a cool light show, this fireplace would be a great choice. It’s freestanding, compact, light and is in the style of a wood-burning stove. It can be plugged into a standard electrical outlet and has knobs to control the heat and flame intensity.

At only 23 inches tall, 11 inches deep and 15 inches wide, this would be a great choice for apartments and small condos too.

Pros:

• Safety controls
• Easy to move around
• Easy to put together

Cons:

• No remote
• Limited features

Overall Rating: 94/100

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#11 – Masarflame 42″ Recessed Electric Fireplace Insert – Best Under $500

We really like the functions and feature of this insert fireplace. With the remote you can control the flame color, temperature, fan power, flame brightness and the timer. It will require some custom installation but these are some of the coolest flames we’ve seen.

The timer can also be controlled from 1 to 9 hours. This is a great choice if you want a realistic insert fireplace. On the lowest settings this electric fireplace operates on 750 watts – a nice setting if you are trying to keep your electricity bill low.

The LCD control panel was a nice touch too. It gives it a very high-tech, modern look and feel. The only problem we had with this one was installation. It is definitely at least a 2-person job but once it’s up and in the wall, it looks spectacular.

Pros:

• Flames look great
• Great for the bedroom
• LCD control panel

Cons:

• Installation can be tricky
• Uneven heating

Overall Rating: 94/100

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#12 – Duraflame Wall Mantel

This is a freestanding mantle fireplace that is surprisingly powerful for how compact it is. The Duraflame Wall Mantel can put out 5,200 BTU’s  which makes it good for larger rooms of about 1000 square feet.

It has a beautiful faux stone frame and an engineered wood mantle and base. The flames colors and brightness can be adjusted. This electric fireplace stands 33 inches tall, 33.5 inches wide and 11 inches deep.

The control panel is placed right above the firebox so it’s a good height where you don’t have to stoop too low. We like that the fan disbursed the heat evenly even in the rear of a large room. Overall this is a great choice if you are looking for substantial supplemental heat for a large room.

Pros:

• Compact design
• Ample heating
• Remote control operation

Cons:

• Poor customer service
• Draw a lot of power

Overall Rating: 95/100

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#13 – Canyon Heights Faux Stacked Stone Electric Fireplace

This is another suite fireplace that includes the fire box and a mantle. The mantle is made of engineered wood and faux stone. It all (stones included) has a white finish which would look good with modern décor.

It’s 60” wide, 15” deep and 35” tall so it will need a good amount of lateral space but if you  have the space, the Canyon Heights Faux Stacked Stone Electric Fireplace is definitely worth it. It heats up a 400 square foot room very quickly and evenly. The flames give off a warm, cozy ambiance and the fake logs smolder realistically.

Pros:

• The big fire box gives you lots to look at
• It heats up a room very quickly
• Modern design

Cons:

• Limited flame options
• Hard to put together

Overall Rating: 95/100

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