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looking for the best electric fireplace – need expert review

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anjelinah · 01/05/2025 14:15

i have been researhing the best electric fireplaces over the past few days because i want to add warmth and a cozy vibe to my living room without the hassel of a real fire.

i read reviews on ny times wirecutter, consumer reports, and popular mechanics, and these two kept showing up as top-rated picks:

Touchstone Smart Electric Fireplace
https://amzn.to/4jGGPYS

Sweetcrispy 60" Electric Fireplace Wall
https://amzn.to/4iJq2Ts

now, i am stuck chooseing between the two.
my space is medium-sized, around 500 sq ft. i want something with realistic flames, decent heat output for chilly nights, and a nice aesthetic that blends with my furnature.

duraflame gives off more of a classic fireplace vibe and better heating range.
r.w.flame is sleek, stylish, and looks great on the wall but heats slightly less.

so, which one do you think fits better? has anyone used either of these models? would love your opinions before i buy.
thanks in advance!

Amazon.com: Sweetcrispy 60" Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted or Recessed Insert, 1500W/750W Freestanding Fireplaces Heater with Remote Control,13 Adjustable Flame Color, 12H Timer, Touch Screen : Home & Kitchen

Amazon.com: Sweetcrispy 60" Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted or Recessed Insert, 1500W/750W Freestanding Fireplaces Heater with Remote Control,13 Adjustable Flame Color, 12H Timer, Touch Screen : Home & Kitchen

https://www.amazon.com/Sweetcrispy-Fireplace-Freestanding-Fireplaces-Adjustable/dp/B0DKJ6YCZG?crid=13KMXACB3IJES&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.6xelUQkjF2uibkVuUvNsY-Q_9JYjiQi88T9FmVvay7VUXR8kE5eH7_UndVx1U1HAQBp7HA0Ak47eKISfSKxau8mzyBrhKggXMbf4vTMzmaAyG3tbhk-ZVoVLRqRwQyoVu8Rw_15tyEl41X_OISM_L1Nl0ZRUIjaClii0qhkQiC1CyXacRVjuiBirvsUXAwE33LLs0yZ-NAdn6SocO4Oqbrd_BCzljGgbFYOAvOpT_XjqKSjEf9JWhZ3LmjfF_Ryc2beFyh0YT_HnRugSWR3pVgWPyuzFOK5n6lKCp4tLsKk.S5yht8KjrtT9mnAP4MyhV_968BQZcEY9tq3CCj8gCYM&dib_tag=se&keywords=Electric%2BFireplaces&qid=1746103867&sprefix=electric%2Bfireplaces%2Caps%2C2513&sr=8-7&th=1&linkCode=sl1&linkId=c43dc806d56b9685248f851a002591b8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-home-decoration-pictures-5326410-looking-for-the-best-electric-fireplace-need-expert-review

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IBloodyLoveMyBlanket · 02/05/2025 11:43

I don't have one, but I prefer the look of the Sweetcrispy, the 'logs' in the other one look like bones to me!

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