Electric Fireplaces
Best Electric Fireplace for Patio (2026): 5 Models Side by Side
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The duraflame Freestanding Electric Fireplace Stove Heater leads with infrared heat rated for up to 1,000 sq ft by the maker, an adjustable thermostat, and a remote control.
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Compare the specs
Ranked on flame colors, heat settings, remote control, timer, adjustable thermostat, coverage (maker's figure), overheat protection from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Flame colors | Heat settings | Remote control | Timer | Adjustable thermostat | Coverage (maker's figure) | Overheat protection | Wattage | Weight | Warranty |
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| 1. duraflame Freestanding Electric Fireplace Stove Heater | — | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1,000 sq ft | — | 1,500 W | 28.6 lb | 1-year |
| 2. Electactic 21 Inches Electric Fireplace Insert Log Heater | — | 2 settings | Yes | — | Yes | 450 sq ft | Yes | 1,500 W | 15.4 lb | — |
| 3. Touchstone Sideline Elite Pro 60" Smart Electric | 6 colors | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | 400 sq ft | — | 1,500 W | 66 lb | 1-year |
| 4. Real Flame Harlan 55” Electric Fireplace | 6 colors | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1,000 sq ft | — | 1,500 W | 120 lb | 1-year |
| 5. LegendFlame 25" W Free Standing Electric Fireplace | — | — | Yes | — | — | 400 sq ft | — | 1,500 W | 20.8 lb | 1-year |
duraflame Freestanding Electric Fireplace Stove Heater
It pairs infrared heat rated for up to 1,000 sq ft by the maker with an adjustable thermostat, a timer, and a remote control.
- Remote control
- Timer
- Adjustable thermostat
- Coverage (maker's figure): 1,000 sq ft
- Wattage: 1,500 W
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want heat rated for up to 1,000 sq ft
- Buyers who want a freestanding stove heater with a glass door
Skip it if
- You need rated coverage past 1,000 sq ft
- You need more than 1,500 watts of heat
It has side viewing windows, a glass door, and a brick-style back panel, with a 3D flame effect and glowing logs. Flame and heat controls work independently, so the flame can run with the heat off. An adjustable thermostat and flame dial set the look and temperature. It has a timer and a remote control, weighs 28.6 lb, and carries a 1 year limited warranty.
Electactic 21 Inches Electric Fireplace Insert Log Heater
It pairs 2 heat settings at 750 watts and 1,500 watts with adjustable flame brightness and flicker speed in a 15.4 lb unit.
- Heat settings: 2 settings
- Remote control
- Adjustable thermostat
- Coverage (maker's figure): 450 sq ft
- Overheat protection
- Wattage: 1,500 W
- 15.4 lb, the lightest here
Good for
- Buyers who want a 15.4 lb freestanding log heater
- Buyers who want heat for up to 450 sq ft
Skip it if
- You need rated coverage past 450 sq ft
- You want more than 2 heat settings
It has 5 adjustable flame brightness and flicker speed settings, with low heat at 750 watts and high heat at 1,500 watts. Flame and heat controls work independently, and the side control panel or remote control adjusts flame brightness, speed, and heater on and off. It has overheat protection and auto shutoff, and the box includes a fireplace log set, a flame screen, and a remote control.
Touchstone Sideline Elite Pro 60" Smart Electric
It pairs 6 flame colors and 13-color down lighting with Alexa and WiFi control in a 60-inch wall-mount unit.
- Flame colors: 6 colors
- Remote control
- Timer
- Adjustable thermostat
- Coverage (maker's figure): 400 sq ft
- Wattage: 1,500 W
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 6 flame colors and 5 flame speeds
- Buyers who want Alexa and WiFi control
Skip it if
- You need rated coverage past 400 sq ft
- You want a unit lighter than 66 lb
It offers 6 flame colors, 5 flame speeds and intensities, and an ember bed with 13 colors, plus 13-color down lighting. A built-in crackle sound has adjustable volume, and the ember bed media includes painted crushed glass crystals and realistic driftwood. The heater runs at 1,500 watts or 750 watts with an adjustable thermostat from 68 to 88°F, and a programmable timer runs from 30 minutes to 9 hours. It weighs 66 lb and carries a 1 year limited warranty.
Real Flame Harlan 55” Electric Fireplace
It pairs a mantel with six flame colors, five flame brightness levels, and heat rated for up to 1,000 sq ft by the maker.
- Flame colors: 6 colors
- Remote control
- Timer
- Adjustable thermostat
- Coverage (maker's figure): 1,000 sq ft
- Wattage: 1,500 W
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a mantel fireplace in white
- Buyers who want heat rated for up to 1,000 sq ft
Skip it if
- You need rated coverage past 1,000 sq ft
- You want a unit lighter than 120 lb
It includes a mantel, a replaceable electric fireplace heater insert, a remote control, and a 6 foot power cord with a lay-flat plug. Flames come in six colors with five brightness levels, and the adjustable thermostat and multiple timer function set heat and timing. The heater insert needs no chimney or vents, and the unit plugs into a standard three-prong outlet. It weighs 120 lb and carries a 1 year limited warranty.
LegendFlame 25" W Free Standing Electric Fireplace
It pairs resin logs with an ember bed and a crackling sound in a 25-inch freestanding unit rated for up to 400 sq ft by the maker.
- Remote control
- Coverage (maker's figure): 400 sq ft
- Wattage: 1,500 W
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a 25-inch freestanding log set
- Buyers who want flame with or without heat
Skip it if
- You need rated coverage past 400 sq ft
- You want more than 1,500 watts of heat
It measures 25 inches wide, 20 inches high, and 10 inches deep, and fits in small and large existing openings or a cabinet. Resin logs with an ember bed give a flame effect with or without the heater, and the heater runs at 750 watts or 1,500 watts. A remote control with 2 AAA batteries is included, and it carries a 1 year limited warranty.
How to choose
Match coverage to the space
Every pick here has a 1,500-watt heater setting, so wattage alone will not separate them. The useful number is the coverage each maker gives: 1,000 sq ft for the duraflame and the Real Flame, 450 sq ft for the Electactic, and 400 sq ft for the Touchstone and the LegendFlame. These are the makers' own ratings, so compare them against the size of the space you want to heat.
Flame color, brightness, and heat control
Flame color and brightness change the look of the fire, while a thermostat sets the temperature the heater holds. The Touchstone has 6 flame colors and 5 flame speeds, the Real Flame has six flame colors and five brightness levels, and the Electactic has 5 flame brightness and flicker speed settings. The duraflame has a flame dial and an adjustable thermostat, and the LegendFlame flame effect runs with or without the heater.
Check installation and size before ordering
Installation differs across this list. The Touchstone mounts on a wall or recesses into an opening, while the duraflame, Electactic, Real Flame, and LegendFlame are freestanding. Measure the opening and the floor space first: the Touchstone is 60 inches wide, the Real Flame is 55 inches wide, the LegendFlame is 25 inches wide, and the Electactic is 21 inches wide.
FAQ
What coverage do these fireplaces give?
The duraflame and the Real Flame are rated for up to 1,000 sq ft by the maker, the Electactic is rated for up to 450 sq ft, and the Touchstone and the LegendFlame are rated for up to 400 sq ft.
Do these fireplaces have a remote control?
Yes. All five picks have a remote control. The Touchstone works with Alexa and WiFi. The Electactic remote adjusts flame brightness, flicker speed, and heater settings.
Can the flame run without heat?
Yes, with some picks. The duraflame flame and heat controls work independently, the Electactic flame and heat controls work independently, the LegendFlame flame effect runs with or without the heater, and the Real Flame heater can be turned off so the fireplace can be enjoyed year-round without the heat.
Which of these fireplaces are freestanding?
The duraflame, Electactic, Real Flame, and LegendFlame are freestanding. The Touchstone mounts on a wall or recesses into an opening.
