Ashley Infrared Insert vs LegendFlame Carl 28" Insert
Ashley Infrared Insert
Best for: An old wood or gas firebox you no longer burn and want to bring back to life
Last price we saw
$252
Score 5.0 out of 10
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LegendFlame Carl 28" Insert
Best for: An old wood or gas firebox you no longer burn and want to bring back to life
Last price we saw
$300
Score 5.9 out of 10
Prices move a lot, and most fireplaces go on sale in November and again after New Year. The store shows the current price. We may earn a commission if you buy through this link, at no extra cost to you. More on that.
Our verdict
- The LegendFlame Carl 28" Insert is 5 inches wider (29 against 24 in).
- On overall score the LegendFlame Carl 28" Insert comes out ahead (5.9 to 5.0).
| Ashley Infrared Insert | LegendFlame Carl 28" Insert | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $252 | $300 |
| Type | Fireplace insert | Fireplace insert |
| Size | 23.8"W x 8.8"D x 20.1"H | 28.7"W x 10.4"D x 21.3"H |
| Heater | 1,500 W (5,118 BTU) | 1,500 W (5,118 BTU) |
| Heats up to | 400 sq ft | 400 sq ft |
| Thermostat | not published | Yes |
| Flame without heat | Yes | Yes |
| Flame colors | not published | not published |
| Crackling sound | Yes | Yes |
| Remote control | Yes | Yes |
| Phone app | not published | not published |
| Timer | not published | not published |
| Fuel bed | Log set | Log set |
| Fits a TV up to | not published | not published |
| Safety listing | not published | not published |
| Overheat cut-off | Yes | not published |
| Color / finish | not published | not published |
| Weight | 31 lb | 46 lb |
| Warranty | not published | not published |
| Score | 5.0 / 10 | 5.9 / 10 |