9 Best Infrared Fireplace [Review & Buyer’s Guide]
There’s nothing like sitting by the fireplace and playing board games with the family on a chilly winter night. Many years ago, this would mean chopping up wood and lugging them indoors to be burned at the fireplace. Apart from the risk of splinters or, say, setting your house on fire, the charm of traditional […]
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There’s nothing like sitting by the fireplace and playing board games with the family on a chilly winter night.
Many years ago, this would mean chopping up wood and lugging them indoors to be burned at the fireplace. Apart from the risk of splinters or, say, setting your house on fire, the charm of traditional fireplaces came at a price. And indeed, there is nothing fun about cleaning out the firebox only to find a trail of soot on the carpet.
Fortunately, an infrared electric fireplace, sometimes simply known as an electric fireplace heater, provides a much more convenient, warm, and safe alternative. And all this without compromising the mesmerizing sight of flickering flames.
In fact, most modern designs now come complete with remote controls and additional features, such as adjustable brightness and heat. That said, brace yourself for next winter by taking your pick from our selection of the best infrared electric fireplaces today.
Best Infrared Fireplace
Here’s the list of the 9 best infrared fireplaces that offer convenience, warmth, safety, and the mesmerizing sight of flickering flames.
1. ClassicFlame DFI030ARU – Best for Rustic Ambiance
This infrared quartz fireplace is rustic and traditional – but only on the outside. And indeed, the ClassicFlame DFI030ARU dons a charmingly vintage disguise and is a sight straight out of a picture book. However, a quick look into the features is enough to remind you that this is a 21st-century piece.
- 5,200 BTU heater provides supplemental zone heating for up...
- The infrared quartz heat helps to maintain the natural...
Why Did We Like It?
A rugged fire grate, realistic rolling logs, and the pulsating embers of this piece by ClassicFlame can trick anybody into thinking it is the real deal. In fact, the 5,200 BTU heater provides enough warmth that you won’t be missing your old fireplace in the first place.
Not to mention how you can conveniently place this compact piece on the existing hearth. And despite its dimensions of 20.51 “x 8.66″ x 12.6”, this powerful infrared quartz fireplace stove provides supplemental heat to cover up to 1,000 sq. ft. of your home.
Needless to say, zonal heating prevents heat from drifting into other unoccupied rooms of the house. Combined with adjustable heating, the piece offers buyers the option to turn down the thermostat to save on their electricity bills.
In fact, you may turn off the heating altogether and still take in the cozy ambiance provided by the 3D flame effect all year round.
What Could’ve Been Better?
Some reviewers have found that the cord sent by the manufacturer is a tad bit short unless there is an outlet within one foot of your fireplace. However, any universal extension cord can quickly solve this problem.
- Rustic design with realistic flame effect
- Delivered pre-assembled
- Inexpensive
- Energy-efficient
- The cord can only reach outlets within one foot
2. Turbro Suburbs TS20 – Best for Safety & Heat Control
Emulating vintage fireplaces, this metallic electric fireplace heater stands at a convenient height and emanates a feeling of home with its flickering flames. Needless to say, it provides the authentic experience of a furnace with a fraction of the safety and fire hazards.
