Alternatives to the Touchstone Forte 40
We last saw the Touchstone Forte 40 at $549. These 5 models are the closest in type, width and price. We sort them by how close they are, not by commission.
| Touchstone Forte 40 | Touchstone Sideline 50 | Touchstone Chesmont 50 | Real Flame Crawford Slim 48" | EUHOMY 72" Recessed | PuraFlame Klaus 33" Insert | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $549 | $549 | $999 | $644 | $306 | $430 |
| Size | 40"W x 5.1"D x 26.5"H | 50.4"W x 5.5"D x 21.5"H | 50"W x 7.1"D x 20.4"H | 47.5"W x 9.5"D x 42"H | 72"W x 4.1"D x 17"H | 35"W x 8.8"D x 27"H |
| Type | Wall-mount / recessed | Wall-mount / recessed | Wall-mount / recessed | Mantel package | Wall-mount / recessed | Fireplace insert |
| Heater | 1,500 W | 1,500 W | 1,500 W | 1,500 W | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Thermostat | not published | not published | not published | Yes | not published | Yes |
| Flame colors | not published | not published | 6 | not published | 12 | not published |
| Warranty | not published | 1 yr | 1 yr | 1 yr | not published | 1 yr |
| Score | 5.6 / 10 | 5.8 / 10 | 7.0 / 10 | 6.3 / 10 | 6.0 / 10 | 7.2 / 10 |
Touchstone Sideline 50
about the same price, 10 in wider, 1-year warranty
The Touchstone Sideline 50 is a wall-mount fireplace, 50.4 in wide, with a 1,500 W heater. The listing keeps the extras simple. Amazon pools the ratings of every size in this listing, so the review count covers all of them.
Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost
Touchstone Chesmont 50
$450 more, 10 in wider, 1-year warranty
The Touchstone Chesmont 50 is a wall-mount fireplace, 50 in wide, with a 1,500 W heater. It comes with 6 flame colors and phone app control.
Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost
Real Flame Crawford Slim 48"
$95 more, mantel package, 8 in wider
The Real Flame Crawford Slim 48" is a mantel fireplace, 47.5 in wide, with a 1,500 W heater that the maker says warms up to 1,000 sq ft. It comes with a thermostat and a crackling sound. It carries a CSA safety listing.
Best for: A room without a chimney that should still look like it has a real fireplace
EUHOMY 72" Recessed
$243 cheaper, 32 in wider, higher score
The EUHOMY 72" Recessed is a wall-mount fireplace, 72 in wide, with a 1,500 W heater that the maker says warms up to 400 sq ft. It comes with 12 flame colors and a 8-hour timer. It carries an ETL safety listing. Amazon pools the ratings of every size in this listing, so the review count covers all of them.
Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost
PuraFlame Klaus 33" Insert
$119 cheaper, fireplace insert, 5 in narrower
The PuraFlame Klaus 33" Insert is a fireplace insert, 35.04 in wide, with a 1,500 W heater that the maker says warms up to 400 sq ft. It comes with a thermostat.
Best for: An old wood or gas firebox you no longer burn and want to bring back to life
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The alternatives at a glance
50.4 in of flame for the wall
50 in of flame for the wall
A full mantel, 47.5 in wide
72 in of flame for the wall
An insert that fills a 35.04 in firebox opening