Electactic 36" Ultra Thin vs R.W.FLAME 36" Recessed
Electactic 36" Ultra Thin
Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost
Last price we saw
$130
Score 5.8 out of 10
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R.W.FLAME 36" Recessed
Best for: A living room or bedroom wall where you want a long, low flame and no floor space lost
Last price we saw
$170
Score 4.5 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
- On overall score the Electactic 36" Ultra Thin comes out ahead (5.8 to 4.5).
| Electactic 36" Ultra Thin | R.W.FLAME 36" Recessed | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $130 | $170 |
| Type | Wall-mount / recessed | Wall-mount / recessed |
| Size | 36"W x 3.9"D x 18.1"H | 36"W x 3.9"D x 18.1"H |
| Heater | 1,500 W (5,118 BTU) | 1,500 W (5,118 BTU) |
| Heats up to | 400 sq ft | 400 sq ft |
| Thermostat | Yes | not published |
| Flame without heat | not published | not published |
| Flame colors | 12 | not published |
| Crackling sound | not published | not published |
| Remote control | Yes | Yes |
| Phone app | not published | not published |
| Timer | Up to 8 hours | not published |
| Fuel bed | Crystal or log set | Crystal or log set |
| Fits a TV up to | not published | not published |
| Safety listing | not published | ETL |
| Overheat cut-off | Yes | not published |
| Color / finish | not published | not published |
| Weight | 28.6 lb | 33 lb |
| Warranty | not published | not published |
| Score | 5.8 / 10 | 4.5 / 10 |