LegendFlame 23" W Free Standing Electric Fireplace Log Set (EF290), Fireplace Insert, Heater 750W/1500W, Crackling Sound, Remote Control

Hate to admit it however, I love this Electric Fireplace. I am 64 and have a wood burning gas fireplace. I used to burn 2 cords every winter. My landlord banded me from using the fireplace. And because of my age it was getting to be a hassle and expensive to have wood delivered, making a fire, worrying if it was out when I left, and cleaning out the hearth. Because of all the above, I opted to try this. And overall with the pros and cons I am so happy I did!I contacted the company on the weekend before I purchased to ask if the birch option was returnable since it didn't say 'Returns Accepted' on birch option with Amazon Prime however the oak was returnable. I got a quick reply over the weekend which was amazing and they said it was returnable if needed. I won't be returning, I love it! Remember it is not a real fire however far outweighs the hassle of real wood. Definitely makes the room feel cozy and my cat loves it. It does look real sitting on the couch and I love the glowing embers.It also has a remote. The remote didn't work because of the cheap batteries. I just replaced the batteries with Duracells and the remote worked like a charm. I have arthritis so the remote is so handy. And it has a heater that has an adjustable thermostat which you can also control with the remote. The noise is low. when the heater is on. And it really takes the chill out of the room. Amazing.The crackling noise is okay. You can always turn on another element for the noise of a crackling fire. VERY happy with my purchase. And overall I will save lots of money and helping the environment by using this amazing product.

The media could not be loaded. We love fires for the holidays and during the Fall & Winter. What we don't love is the entire house smelling like smoke. So I've been looking for one of these for a while. I decided to take a chance on this one despite it being on the pricey side because of all the ones I've seen it looks the most like an actual bed of coals with logs. Let's start with the look: It looks amazing, even when not turned on. When it's on it's perfect. The bed of glowing embers with "flames" above them, topped with the logs just looks like a real fire. The rolling fire effect not only goes through the logs but also reflects off the back of the fireplace, which makes for a very realistic effect. We could not be happier with the appearance. It gives that cozy feel just as we were hoping. The heater is surprisingly strong on high and blows hot air quickly and powerfully. No complaints there either. As for the sound, it's a mixed bag. The crackling sound is nice & subtle on low, but on high sounds very tinny. This comes down to a small, weak speaker. I'm not worried about it because on low it sounds just right. On high my wife says it sounds like someone lit a fire in a tin can. I might replace the speaker with a better one down the road, but it's fine as is. A nice bonus in the manual is the back page is a schematic, which would make any repairs or upgrades easier.The wind sound is kind of pointless. I get what they were going for (a fire on a windy day) but the result sounds exactly like someone frying bacon in a pan. Not much reason I can think of to ever use it. Still, I'm not taking a star off for such a minor thing I'll never use. The remote is simple and easy to use. I guess it's the nature of the design, but since the remote sensor is tucked away under the "grate", you have to be sure to aim in the right spot for it to work.As I write this review I'm sitting next to the fireplace. I love the coziness of it, and every once in a while my eye catches the glow and my brain wonders why there's no heat coming off the fire. Then I remember it's metal and plastic.We really couldn't be happier with this. It adds the look (and mostly the sound) of a real fire without the mess and smell (first world problems, right?). I can't say how durable it will be but it feels solidly built, and other than the cheap speaker it feels well thought out. It's one of the more expensive ones...I've seen these for $100 or less on sale...but it looks much more realistic than the cheap models.

The media could not be loaded. We recently added this to our living/dining room, and it’s been a fantastic purchase. The realistic flames and crackling sound create the perfect ambiance, making the space feel cozy and inviting, especially on chilly evenings.Beyond the aesthetics, the heat output is impressive—it keeps our large room warm and comfortable without needing additional heating. Setup was simple, and it fits perfectly with our existing décor.If you’re looking for a practical, beautiful, and hassle-free way to add a touch of warmth to your home, I highly recommend this insert. It’s exceeded our expectations!

The media could not be loaded. We installed this in minutes and now expect years of enjoyment from this thing. It’s a little large for my fireplace but it looks soooo cool. Love the sound effects. Decided to install this because the cap is gummed up so we put in a fake fire to prevent the smoke. This thing is amazing and so much better than expected. No need for the curved plexiglass in a small fireplace. Nice heat coming off of the unit as well. Has a remote for some limited settings. The projection of flames against the back is spot on. Nice and safe compared to the flame and guarantees no carbon monoxide poisoning from a fireplace fire.