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Last updated: 08 Apr 2020

13 Best Electric Fireplaces (Review) In 2021

Jordan Carter
This product guide was written by Jordan Carter
Published January 24, 2020

Everyone loves spending at least a few days or weeks every winter at a mountain lodge or ski resort. Sure, we all love summers on the beach, but winter brings with it a different element of charm. On any snowy mountain top, you get to enjoy the daylight skiing, snowboarding or hiking, but the real magic starts when the sun goes down. There is nothing more relaxing or even romantic than sitting next to a fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate or mulled wine. Watching the flames is mentally soothing and almost cathartic. It’s almost as though all your tension and worries disappear somewhere in the flames of that fireplace.

Wouldn’t it be great if you had your own fireplace at home? Some homeowners are lucky enough to have a built-in fireplace, many can’t have this luxury. In some cases, having a fireplace built would be an extremely costly affair and, in other cases, it’s simply not possible as is the case with apartments.

Fortunately, technology has entered the field of home heating and now any home, large or small, can have an electric fireplace. The best electric fireplaces give you the ambiance of a real fireplace, without the effort, ashy mess or potential hazard of a real fire. If you’ve been dreaming of having the comfort and warmth of a fireplace in your home, take a look at our selection of electric fireplaces and turn any room in your home, into your own mountain lodge.

The Best Electric Fireplaces

1
PuraFlame 33 Inches Western Electric Fireplace

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If you’ve got an empty wall you don’t know what to fill with, install this PuraFlame Electric Fireplace and you’ll have a great looking feature that will also heat your home. This electric fireplace is easy to install and use. It has an adjustable thermostat and you can use it with or without heat.

Key Features:

Electric fireplace insert

Life-like resin logs, ember bed, and flames

Three-sided interior brick wall design

Electronic temperature control

Adjustable thermostat with temperature range: 60 °F to 84 °F

Provides supplemental heat for up to 400 sq. ft.

Specification:
  • BrandPuraFlame
  • ModelEF45DFGF
  • Weight54 pounds
Pros

Easy to install and uninstall

100% energy-saving LED technology

Can be used with or without heat

Cons

Needs to be built-in

2
Touchstone 80004 – Sideline Electric Fireplace

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Add some elegance to your living area with this Touchstone 80004 Sideline Electric Fireplace. It will give an element of luxury that looks stunning and you’ll have a warmer home too. This electric fireplace has two heat setting and the flame looks so realistic, your guests will never believe it’s not a real fireplace. To add to the ambient feel, you can choose 5 brightness settings and change the color modes to your mood. This exceptional electric fireplace comes with a faux fire log and crystals so you can create a personal piece of art that warms your home and your heart. For more amazing options for your home, check out our guide to the best electric space heaters.

Key Features:

Designed for in-wall installation

Two heat settings

Realistic flame with 5 brightness settings

Multiple color modes

Faux fire log and crystals

Specification:
  • BrandTouchstone
  • Model80004
  • Weight59 pounds
Pros

Adds ambiance to any room

Built-in timer & Remote control

Cons

Flame is not very bright

3
TURBRO Suburbs TS23 Electric Fireplace Heater

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For those looking for a retro-looking electric fireplace, this TURBRO Suburbs TS23 Electric Fireplace Heater is as fascinating as it is functional. This is a free-standing fireplace that looks like an old-style fireplace stove. It has a realistic flame effect that is adjustable and an automatic shut-off in the case of tipping or overheating. The 3-sided design gives you a panoramic view of the fire within and it’s also cost-effective to run and energy-efficient. This electric fireplace is ideal for medium living spaces or take it to your cabin in the woods for heat without the need to stack mountains of wood around you. Our guide to the best electric baseboard heaters features more products you will like, so check them out.

Key Features:

Freestanding Fireplace Stove

Realistic Adjustable Flame Effect

Automatic shut-off to prevent potential fire

3-sided panoramic viewing glass & tempered glass door

Thermostat Temperature: From 62℉ to 82℉

LED Color: Red, Orange, Yellow

Specification:
  • BrandTURBRO
  • ModelSuburbs TS23
  • Weight24.2 pounds
Pros

Ideal for medium-living spaces

Cost-Effective & Energy Saving

Cons

Some assembly required

4
Duraflame DFI021ARU Electric Log Set Heater with Realistic Ember Bed

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If your home has a built-in fireplace that you’re not using because you don’t like ash and soot all over your home, this Duraflame DFI021ARU Electric Log Set Heater is the ideal way you can enjoy the ambiance of a real fire, without the hassles. The log and ember bed looks realistic and you can heat a 400 square foot room. With remote control operation and an adjustable thermostat, you can enjoy the open fireplace warmth and look, without needing piles of wood. If you are looking for options to keep you warm even outside, check out our selection of the best outdoor heaters and pick your favorite.

Key Features:

4,600-BTU heater warms up to 400 square feet

Instantly transform your existing fireplace to electric

Realistic log set and ember bed

Overheat protection

Adjustable thermostat

Remote control operation

Specification:
  • BrandDuraflame Electric
  • ModelDFI021ARU
  • Weight13.86 pounds
Pros

Infrared quartz heat helps maintain the natural humidity in the room

Flame effect can be operated with or without heat

No mess or smoke

Cons

Short power cord limits where it can be connected

5
PuraFlame Alice 50 Inches Recessed Electric Fireplace

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Transform any dull-looking wall into a contemporary and practical feature wall with this PuraFlame Alice Recessed Electric Fireplace. This unit can be plugged-in or hard-wired and has been designed to be installed in your wall without any visible nuts, bolts, or mechanics. You can control the temperature in your room with the heater turning itself off when your room reaches your desired temperature and turn itself on again when the temperature drops. The LED lights give you a bright, realistic-looking flame and you can choose from a log set or crystal stones for your ember bed in a range of stunning colors. To stay warm while camping, check out our reviews of the best tent heaters and find the one that suits you.

Key Features:

In-wall recessed installation ideal for 2 X 6″ wall

Can be Plug-in or Hard-wired

Log set or crystal stones ember bed

Temperature limiting control

4 flame colors & 13-LED light colors

Timer & thermostat

Specification:
  • BrandPuraFlame
  • ModelEF173B
  • Weight72.4 pounds
Pros

Ultra-High Intensity LED lights provide bright, realistic flame

Flame effect can be operated with or without heat

Cons

Professional installation needed

6
Ameriwood Home Chicago Electric Fireplace

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Don’t you just love the idea of a multi-purpose piece of furniture? This Ameriwood Home Chicago Electric Fireplace and TV Console will add a touch of elegance to any room in your home. The electric fireplace is built into a beautiful TV console which will easily take center stage in your living room. The fireplace can heat a room up to 400 square feet with LED lights that can last up to 50,000 hours of lights. This TV stand can support a 50″ flat panel TV so your only problem will be deciding to watch an ultimate movie or watch the hypnotizing warmth of flickering flames.

Key Features:

Electric fireplace and TV console in one

AltraFlame Patented Tech

Warm-up any room up to 400 sq. ft.

Plugs into a standard 120V outlet

LED lights last up to 50,000 hours of life

Specification:
  • BrandAmeriwood Home
  • Model1764096PCOM
  • Weight1 pounds
Pros

TV Stand supports up to a 50” flat-panel TV

Top shelf divided for Blu-Ray player & cable TV box

Unit can be paired with additional Ameriwood pieces

Cons

Assembly required

7
Touchstone 80001 – Onyx Electric Fireplace

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Add warmth to your home with this stunning wall mounted electric fireplace from Touchstone. The durable tempered glass with a contemporary black frame will complement any decor and heat any room up to 400 square feet. The heater is powered by remote control with a built-in timer with auto-shutoff that you can set from 30 minutes to 7.5 hours. The LED bulbs are cool to touch and mercury-free making this a safe electric fireplace to have in the presence of small children and pets. Choose from a fire with faux logs or crystal flames to enhance the look and feel of your home. You may also be interested in some of the best wall AC units from our list, so check them out.

Key Features:

Designed for on-wall mounting

Durable tempered glass with contemporary black frame

Built-in timer for auto-shutoff

Heat any room up to 400 square feet

Powered by a remote control

Faux log pile or crystal flames

Specification:
  • BrandTouchstone
  • Model80001
  • Weight46 pounds
Pros

LED bulbs are cool to touch and mercury-free

Safety features protect children and pets

Cons

Slow to heat

8
Homedex Recessed Mounted Electric Fireplace

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When you install this Homedex Recessed Mounted Electric Fireplace in your home, you create a cozy focus point that will draw your family and guests to the mesmerizing flame and warmth. This electric fireplace heats any room up to 400 square feet with realistic-looking flames. You can choose a decadent display with 9 different flame colors over a log set or crystal stones. Find more useful products for your home by checking out our guide to the best portable air conditioners.

Key Features:

In-wall recessed installation

Two heat settings (high 1500W and low 750W)

Heats any room up to 400 square feet

Countdown timer from 1 to 8 hours

Ultra-High Intensity LED lights

Realistic flame effect with log set or crystal stones

Specification:
  • BrandHomedex
  • Weight66.1 pounds
Pros

Safe and energy-efficient

9 different flame color settings to suit your mood

Can be operated with or without heat

Cons

Wall preparation needed for installation

9
e-Flame USA Regal Free-Standing Electric Fireplace

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The magic of this e-Flame USA Regal Free-Standing Electric Fireplace is that it can be moved from room to room. Why commit to a fixed one when you can enjoy the comfort of flickering flames and warmth in any room of your home? This stunning electric fireplace features a classic design and because it is free-standing, you can move it around the home where the heat is most needed. Our guide to the best pellet stoves features more quality products for your home, so take a moment to check them out.

Key Features:

Classic, stunning design

Fan-forced heater with easy-to-adjust settings

Automatic safety shutoff protection

Quiet, fan forced heater

5115 BTUs heats a room up to 400 square feet

Specification:
  • Brande-Flame USA
  • ModelEF-FS2213B
  • Weight23 pounds
Pros

Cool to-the-touch, odorless and smokeless

Lightweight so can be moved from room to room

Cost-effective heating

Cons

Heating a room may take considerable time

10
TRUSTECH Electric Fireplace

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You will love this mini electric fireplace because you can’t take it with you anywhere. It’s a cute looking, compact heater that you can take with you to the office, keep in your bedroom, or even set it up in your bathroom so you can relax in style. TRUSTECH Electric Fireplace heats a room up to 500 square feet making it ideal for those who need a little extra portable warmth. For more amazing products to keep you warm in winter, check out our guide to the best electric blankets.

Key Features:

Energy-efficient infrared technology

Heats up to 500 square feet

LED light lasts up to 50,000 hours

Maintains room’s natural humidity

Size: 9.1in. (W) x 6in. (D) x 9.9 in. (H)

Specification:
  • BrandTRUSTECH
  • Weight6.45 pounds
Pros

Produces instant warmth in 3 seconds

100% Safe with Tip-over & Overheating Protection

Cons

Only suitable as a supplementary heat source

11
Valuxhome 36 Inches Electric Fireplace

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Keeping warm in winter is all about what you can feel, but many people are focusing more on the visual aspects and need the reassuring light show of an open fire. With this Valuxhome Electric Fireplace, you can feel the warmth and see it too. The LED technology that has gone into the design requires no gas or oil, but you can still add some comforting warmth. Function, beauty, and style in one convenient heater. A perfect housewarming gift for your loved ones.

Key Features:

LED technology, which requires no gas or oil

Upper front air vent

6 ft power cable

Remote control

Energy efficient and overheating protection

Changeable flame color and brightness

Specification:
  • BrandValuxhome
  • ModelHouselux 36
  • Weight51.6 pounds
Pros

Works with or without the heat

No messy ash or smoke

Cons

Professional installation required

12
Xbeauty Electric Fireplace

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Comfort and warmth are what we rush home to after a long day at work and when you come home to this Xbeauty Electric Fireplace, you’ll feel the chill and stress of the day melt away in the flames of this stunning heater. You can choose to wall mount this fireplace or, for a contemporary look, have it built-in to a feature wall. Select your flame brightness and LED colors and curl up on the sofa under the weighted blanket with a nice glass of wine.

Key Features:

Recess & Wall Mount Fireplace

750W and 1500W heating

Remote and touch screen

Overheat Protection

Product Size 50″(W)x18.11″(D)x5.94″(H)

Specification:
  • BrandXbeauty
  • Weight62.7 pounds
Pros

Whisper quiet blower

Full-spectrum LED colors and realistic flames

Cons

Flames may look dim in daylight

13
Antarctic Star Electric Fireplace

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Warm your home and your heart with this Antarctic Star Electric Fireplace. You can install it in a number of ways to suit your home decor and heat any room up to 400 square feet. This convenient electric fireplace gives you a brilliant display of fire and color to change the ambiance of your home and keep you warm too. You can set your fireplace to turn off automatically with the timer control and you can set your temperature via remote or touch screen. This is an energy-efficient heater you won’t be able to look away from.

Key Features:

Multiple install methods

Ultra-High Intensity Led lights with large display

Thermostat and energy efficient

Remote and touch screen

1-8 hours timer control

750W & 1500W modes heat up to 400 square feet

Specification:
  • BrandAntarctic Star
Pros

Worry-free 1-year warranty

Flame is realistic with great color effects

Cons

Some assembly required

Electric Fireplaces Buying Guide

Features To Look For In Electric Fireplaces

Heating Capacity – The main purpose of a fireplace is to warm your home so you want your electric fireplace is more than just a decoration. Most of the electric fireplaces in our selection heat rooms up to 400 square feet. However, some will heat larger rooms as well. Before choosing your electric fireplace, measure the area of the room you plan on heating to ensure you can get your room warm enough.

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Energy Efficiency – Traditional electric heaters are notorious energy guzzlers and if you live in an area with harsh winters, these can really put a strain on your family budget. Look for electric fireplaces that are energy-efficient, such as those that use LED infrared technology. That way you won’t cringe every time you need to heat your home.

Flame Brightness–The flames are the main focal point of electric fireplaces. Otherwise, all you have is a space heater. Check the specifications to ensure your electric fireplace will have enough flame brightness to give your room the right ambient look of a real fireplace. It also helps when you can choose the level of flame brightness and many of the electric fireplaces in this guide give you the option of choosing up to 5 different levels of flame brightness with some offering different color displays as well.

Thermostat Control – Not everyone likes a hot room and, in winter, you definitely don’t want a cold room. An electric fireplace should have thermostat controls so you can set the temperature to what is comfortable for you. With some you will need to keep changing the temperature, but with others, you can set the thermostat to maintain the temperature of your room to what you like.

Remote Control – When you get home after a hard day’s work, you want to curl up on the sofa with a warm blanket and a fluffy pillow. Once you find your sweet spot, you don’t want to get up to change the temperature of your electric fireplace or even turn it off. Most models come with a remote control, but some don’t. Check the specifications if this is something that is important to you.

Timers – A timer is a great feature, especially if you like to snooze on your couch or have an electric fireplace installed in your bedroom. You don’t want your electric fireplace running all night and a timer is a great way to ensure you can fall asleep watching the flickering flames, without running the heater all night.

Safety Features – Electric heaters have a bad reputation for being fire starters and, sadly, many of them have caused house fires over the years. Look for an electric fireplace with overheating protection. These will automatically switch off if the fireplace gets too hot. Also check the free-standing models for automatic tip-over shutoff so that if someone accidentally knocks the electric fireplace over, it will turn off and prevent a fire hazard to your home or family.

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Types Of Electric Fireplaces

Built-In/Recess Electric Fireplaces – These are becoming increasingly popular in homes with a modern, contemporary feel. You can have an entire feature wall built just to house your electric fireplace and then enhance it with paint colors that contrast with other walls in the room, or turn it into a stunning feature with stone tiles, decorative wallpaper or any other design feature you can think of.

Wall Mounted – These are very simple to install and you can simply fix a mount on any wall and hang your electric fireplace much like you would a flat-screen TV. Wall-mounted models are easier to move around and you can rearrange your furniture and move your electric fireplace whenever the mood suits you.

Portable – If you find yourself being occupied in different rooms in your home, it’s handy to have an electric fireplace that you can move from room to room. A portable electric fireplace can be taken from the living room to the bathroom for a long, luxurious bath or, you can relocate it to your home office and get more work done. Most portable electric fireplaces have been designed to replicate classic-looking wood fire heaters so they are practical, functional and beautiful.

Hardwired or Plug-In – If you want an electric fireplace as a permanent feature on a designated wall in your home, then it’s advisable to have the fireplace hardwired into your home’s electrical system. The advantage of this is that the electric fireplace then has its own power connection which is also a safer option. Plug-in models are a good choice if you want to move your electric fireplace from room to room or put it away during the warmer months.

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