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Best Smart Electric Fireplace Insert (2026): 5 Models Side by Side

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For a smart electric fireplace insert, the Touchstone 60-inch model leads: it pairs a 1,500W heater with an adjustable thermostat, 30 flame colors and Alexa and WiFi control. The Manastin 60-inch runner-up adds app and voice control with 13 flame colors and heat modes of 750W and 1,500W, while the Silonn 50-inch model offers app control with 20 flame colors.

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Top picks at a glance

  1. Touchstone Smart Electric Fireplace-The Sideline 60" Wide-in 9.8 View on Amazon
  2. Manastin 60" Smart WiFi Electric Fireplace Heater 9.5 View on Amazon
  3. Silonn 50″Smart Electric Fireplace Heater with App 9.4 View on Amazon
  4. ROVSUN 23" Electric Fireplace Inserts with APP 9.3 View on Amazon
  5. LegendFlame 60" W Smart Wall Mount 9.2 View on Amazon

Compare the specs

Ranked on width, flame colors, 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.

PickWidthFlame colorsRemote controlTimerAdjustable thermostatCoverage (maker's figure)Overheat protectionWattageWeightWarranty
1. Touchstone Smart Electric Fireplace-The Sideline 60" Wide-in60 in30 colorsYesYesYes——1,500 W62 lb1-year
2. Manastin 60" Smart WiFi Electric Fireplace Heater—13 colorsYesYesYes400 sq ftYes——1-year
3. Silonn 50″Smart Electric Fireplace Heater with App—20 colorsYesYes——Yes1,400 W47.4 lb1-year
4. ROVSUN 23" Electric Fireplace Inserts with APP—6 colorsYesYes——Yes1,400 W——
5. LegendFlame 60" W Smart Wall Mount——Yes—Yes60 sq ft—1,500 W—1-year
1. Best Overall9.8/10
Touchstone Smart Electric Fireplace-The Sideline 60" Wide-in

Touchstone Smart Electric Fireplace-The Sideline 60" Wide-in

Its 60-inch recessed design pairs a 1,500W heater and adjustable thermostat with 30 flame colors and Alexa and WiFi control.

  • Width: 60 in
  • Flame colors: 30 colors
  • Remote control
  • Timer
  • Adjustable thermostat
  • Wattage: 1,500 W
  • 1-year warranty stated
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Good for

  • Buyers who want a 60-inch recessed fireplace with Alexa control
  • Buyers who want log and crystal hearth options

Skip it if

  • You want a fireplace wider than 60 inches
  • You want more than 30 flame colors

It mounts recessed in a wall and runs on a 6-foot power cord, with a wall-mount bracket included if you do not recess it. The remote controls flame color and intensity, the heater and the shut-off timer, and Alexa, Google Home and a smart mobile app add voice and app control. 5 flame settings run from a soft ember glow to an intense blaze, with log and crystal hearth options you can mix. It weighs 62 lb and carries a 1-year limited warranty.

2. Runner-Up9.5/10
Manastin 60" Smart WiFi Electric Fireplace Heater

Manastin 60" Smart WiFi Electric Fireplace Heater

Its 60-inch design pairs app and voice control with 13 flame colors, 12 ember colors and heat modes of 750W and 1,500W.

  • Flame colors: 13 colors
  • Remote control
  • Timer
  • Adjustable thermostat
  • Coverage (maker's figure): 400 sq ft
  • Overheat protection
  • 1-year warranty stated
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Good for

  • Buyers who want app and voice control for a 60-inch fireplace
  • Buyers who want a thermostat from 60°F to 99°F

Skip it if

  • You want a fireplace wider than 60 inches
  • You want rated coverage past 400 sq ft

It works with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice commands and supports full smartphone app control. 13 flame colors and 12 ember colors pair with 6 levels of brightness and flame speed, and a flame-only mode runs with no heat. The digital thermostat runs from 60°F to 99°F with 750W and 1,500W heat modes, and it is rated for up to 400 sq ft by the maker. A control lock, overheat protection and a 12-hour auto-shutoff timer are built in, and it carries a 1-year warranty.

3. Also Great9.4/10
Silonn 50″Smart Electric Fireplace Heater with App

Silonn 50″Smart Electric Fireplace Heater with App

Its 50-inch design pairs app control with 20 flame colors, a 1,400W heater and a temperature range of 62°F to 86°F.

  • Flame colors: 20 colors
  • Remote control
  • Timer
  • Overheat protection
  • Wattage: 1,400 W
  • 1-year warranty stated
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Good for

  • Buyers who want app control with 20 flame colors
  • Buyers who want wall-mounted or recessed installation

Skip it if

  • You want a fireplace wider than 50 inches
  • You want more than 20 flame colors

It runs on app control from anywhere, plus the included remote and a control panel, so you can pre-warm a room before you arrive. 20 flame color modes include an automatic color-changing mode with a crystal effect. The 1,400W heater runs from 62°F to 86°F, and the unit runs at less than 45 dB. A control lock, overheat protection and a 1-8 hour timer are built in, and it mounts wall-mounted or recessed with a 3.9-inch profile.

4. Also Great9.3/10
ROVSUN 23" Electric Fireplace Inserts with APP

ROVSUN 23" Electric Fireplace Inserts with APP

Its 23-inch insert pairs app control with 6 flame colors, 5 brightness settings and a 1,400W heater.

  • Flame colors: 6 colors
  • Remote control
  • Timer
  • Overheat protection
  • Wattage: 1,400 W
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Good for

  • Buyers who want a 23-inch insert with app control
  • Buyers who want 6 flame colors and 5 brightness settings

Skip it if

  • You want a fireplace wider than 23 inches
  • You want more than 6 flame colors

It runs from the included remote, a control panel or a smart mobile app, so you can adjust temperature and other settings from anywhere. 6 flame colors and 5 brightness settings run on high performance LED lights for a realistic flame effect. The heater runs from 62°F to 82°F at 1,400W, and a flame-only mode runs with no heat. It is ETL certified with overheat protection, shuts off if tilted more than 45 degrees, runs at lower than 45 decibels and has an 8-hour timer.

5. Also Great9.2/10
LegendFlame 60" W Smart Wall Mount

LegendFlame 60" W Smart Wall Mount

Its 60-inch design pairs Alexa and Google Assistant control with 750W and 1,500W heat modes and a crackling sound.

  • Remote control
  • Adjustable thermostat
  • Coverage (maker's figure): 60 sq ft
  • Wattage: 1,500 W
  • 1-year warranty stated
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Good for

  • Buyers who want Alexa and Google Assistant voice control
  • Buyers who want a crackling sound with or without heat

Skip it if

  • You want a fireplace wider than 60 inches
  • You want rated coverage past 60 sq ft

It mounts wall mount or in wall recessed and runs plug-in or hard-wired. The remote, Alexa and Google Assistant adjust heat settings, flame color and power, and WiFi connects it to a home assistant for voice control. Dual flame colors pair orange with 8 other colors, logs carry 8 fuel bed colors, and 5 brightness settings run with a crackling sound you can use with or without heat. It measures 60 inches wide by 18.9 inches high by 7.8 inches deep, runs 750W and 1,500W heat modes and carries a 1-year limited warranty.

How to choose

Width and fit

Width decides whether an insert fits your opening: the Touchstone, Manastin and LegendFlame are 60 inches wide, the Silonn is 50 inches wide and the ROVSUN is 23 inches wide. Measure the height, width and depth of your opening before ordering, since the Touchstone measures 60 inches wide by 21.5 inches high by 5.5 inches deep and the LegendFlame measures 60 inches wide by 18.9 inches high by 7.8 inches deep. Recessed models need a compatible wall cavity, while wall-mounted models hang on the wall surface.

Smart controls compared

Smart control is what separates these inserts from plain electric models. The Touchstone works with Alexa and Google Home, the Manastin works with Alexa and Google Assistant, and the LegendFlame works with Alexa and Google Assistant. The Silonn and ROVSUN run from a smart mobile app, and every pick here includes a remote. Decide whether you want voice commands, app control or both before buying.

Heat, flame and coverage

Heat output and coverage decide how much warmth an insert adds. The Manastin is rated for up to 400 sq ft by the maker, while the LegendFlame maker lists 60 sq ft, so compare those maker figures with your room size. The Touchstone, Manastin and LegendFlame run 1,500W heat, the Manastin also runs a 750W mode, and the Silonn and ROVSUN run 1,400W. Flame-only modes on the Touchstone, Manastin and ROVSUN run the flames with no heat.

FAQ

Which inserts work with Alexa and Google voice control?

The Touchstone works with Alexa and Google Home, the Manastin works with Alexa and Google Assistant, and the LegendFlame works with Alexa and Google Assistant. The Silonn and ROVSUN run from a smart mobile app.

What widths do these fireplace inserts come in?

The Touchstone, Manastin and LegendFlame are 60 inches wide, the Silonn is 50 inches wide and the ROVSUN is 23 inches wide. Measure your opening before ordering.

Do these inserts run flames with no heat?

The Touchstone, Manastin and ROVSUN run flame-only modes with no heat, so you can enjoy the flame effect in warmer weather.

Which inserts carry a 1-year warranty?

The Touchstone, Manastin, Silonn and LegendFlame carry 1-year warranties, with the Touchstone and LegendFlame described as limited warranties.