10 Best Electric Fireplace Inserts 2025 in the United States

The Touchstone Smart Electric Fireplace - Sideline 36" is an excellent choice for those looking to add a stylish and functional electric fireplace to their home. Its recessed design allows for a clean, modern look, making it a great fit for living rooms or bedrooms. One of the standout features is its realistic flame effect, which includes 30 ember color/flame options that can create a cozy atmosphere or a more dramatic effect depending on your preference.

The PuraFlame Western 33" Electric Fireplace Insert is a good choice if you're looking to add a cozy fireplace feel without the mess of real wood. Its size is fairly large (about 44" wide and 31.5" high), so make sure you have the space for it. It offers a heating capacity that covers up to 400 square feet, making it suitable as a supplemental heater for smaller living rooms, but it shouldn't be your main heat source. The flame effect is quite realistic, featuring life-like resin logs and adjustable brightness with three flame settings, plus a pleasant crackling sound for added ambiance. Installation is straightforward since it’s freestanding—you just place it on the floor and plug it in, no complicated wiring needed. It uses energy-efficient LED technology, which helps keep electricity use low.

The Dimplex Revillusion 42 Inch Built-in Electric Firebox is a solid choice for those wanting a realistic-looking electric fireplace insert that fits into a built-in setup. Its 42-inch size is fairly standard, making it suitable for medium to larger living rooms. The standout feature is the Revillusion flame technology, which creates flames that look much more natural compared to typical electric fireplaces, especially combined with the handcrafted faux logs and the weathered concrete interior for added realism.