Best Wall Mounted Electric Fireplaces
The best wall mounted electric fireplaces include the R.W.FLAME 60 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted for a 60 inch wall with 2 x 6 studs, the Antarctic Star 36 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted for a narrow wall one person can hang, and the Silonn 50 Inch Smart Wall Mounted or Recessed for app control from another room.
On this page (16 sections)
- How we picked these seven wall mounted units
- Side by side: width, depth and heat
- The 7 best wall mounted electric fireplaces in detail
- Flame look: colors, speeds and the bed under the flame
- How loud do these units run?
- Warranty and support: what each maker commits to
- Measure the wall before you order
- Which width fits your wall?
- Does a wall mounted unit need framing?
- How much heat do these units give?
- What controls do these units use?
- Power: plug in or hard-wire?
- Can you hang a TV above one of these?
- Which of these suit a bedroom or an office?
- Glass, bezels and color
- Picking the best wall mounted electric fireplace for your wall
The best wall mounted electric fireplace in this roundup is the R.W.FLAME 60, with the Antarctic Star 36 and the Silonn 50 close behind. We compared seven units on width, depth, heat, controls and install notes, so you can match one to your wall.
Most of these units hang on the wall, and several can also sit in a framed opening. Electric fireplaces are zone heaters, so treat each maker's room size as its own claim, not a promise for your room.
Not sure whether to hang a unit or set one into the wall? Start with wall mounted vs recessed electric fireplace.
The wall mounted and recessed electric fireplace guide covers sizes, heat and install basics in more depth.
Our picks at a glance
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Best for a 60 inch wall with 2 x 6 studsR.W.FLAME 60 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
8.9/10 our score
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Best for a narrow wall one person can hangAntarctic Star 36 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
8.8/10 our score
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Best for app control from another roomSilonn 50 Inch Smart Wall Mounted or Recessed
8.7/10 our score
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Check itTehanld 60 Inch Ultra-Thin Wall Mounted
Best for a 60 inch wall with a set thermostat - 5
Check itEUHOMY 50 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
Best for a 50 inch wall with a 1 to 8 hour timer - 6
Check itWestinghouse 50 Inch Wall Mount or In-Wall
Best for voice control with Alexa or Google Home - 7
Check itElectactic 36 Inch Ultra-Thin Fireplace
Best for a frameless look on a narrow wall
How we picked these seven wall mounted units
We checked the width, depth, heat, controls and install notes for each unit, then ranked them for a living room wall. Our score weighs specs, features and buyer feedback against what you're shopping for.
Side by side: width, depth and heat
The Tehanld 60 is the thinnest unit here at 3.5 in deep, and the Westinghouse 50 is the deepest at 5.56 in. In between, the R.W.FLAME 60, Antarctic Star 36 and Electactic 36 are each 3.86 in deep, the Silonn 50 is 3.94 in and the EUHOMY 50 is 4 in.
| Product | Best for | Size | Depth | Heat | Our score |
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| R.W.FLAME 60 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted | a 60 inch wall with 2 x 6 studs | 60 in wide | 3.86 in | 1,500 W top setting | 8.9 |
| Antarctic Star 36 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted | a narrow wall one person can hang | 36 in wide | 3.86 in | 1,500 W top setting | 8.8 |
| Silonn 50 Inch Smart Wall Mounted or Recessed | app control from another room | 50 in wide | 3.94 in | 1,400 W | 8.7 |
| Tehanld 60 Inch Ultra-Thin Wall Mounted | a 60 inch wall with a set thermostat | 60 in wide | 3.5 in | 1,500 W top setting | 8.6 |
| EUHOMY 50 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted | a 50 inch wall with a 1 to 8 hour timer | 50 in wide | 4 in | 1,500 W top setting | 8.4 |
| Westinghouse 50 Inch Wall Mount or In-Wall | voice control with Alexa or Google Home | 50 in wide | 5.56 in | 1,500 W | 8.2 |
| Electactic 36 Inch Ultra-Thin Fireplace | a frameless look on a narrow wall | 36 in wide | 3.86 in | 1,500 W top setting | 8.1 |
The 7 best wall mounted electric fireplaces in detail
The R.W.FLAME 60 scores highest because it pairs a 3.86 in depth with a 2 x 6 stud fit and both touch and remote controls. Each card below is followed by a short write-up on the unit's size, heat and install notes.
R.W.FLAME 60 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
- 60 in wide, 3.86 in deep
- 750 W and 1,500 W settings
- Fits 2 x 6 studs
- Touch screen and remote with timer
- 12 flame colors
A 60 inch unit only 3.86 in deep, so it sits close to the wall. It suits a wide wall with 2 x 6 studs behind it.
Pros
- Only 3.86 in deep
- Touch screen and remote with a timer
- Adjustable flame color and speed
Cons
- At 47.7 lb, it's heavy to hang alone
- Recessing it calls for a 2 x 6 stud wall
The R.W.FLAME 60 is 60 inches wide and 3.86 in deep, so it stays close to the wall. R.W.FLAME says the new style is 3.86 in thick, down from 6 in on its older model.
R.W.FLAME says it fits 2 x 6 studs, and it weighs 47.7 lb, so plan for a helper when you lift it onto the wall.
You control it with the touch screen or the remote, which set 12 flame colors, 5 flame speeds and 5 brightness levels. The heat runs at 750 W or 1,500 W, and R.W.FLAME says it covers up to 400 sq ft of zone heating.
R.W.FLAME also says it's ETL approved and has an auto heat-kill that guards against overheating. For more detail, read our R.W.FLAME 60 inch review.
Antarctic Star 36 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
- 36 in wide, 3.86 in deep
- Weighs 33 lb
- Front heater blower
- Remote and touch screen
- 1 to 8 hour timer and sleep mode
A 36 inch unit at 33 lb, which Antarctic Star says one person can hang. It fits a narrow wall where a 50 inch unit would look too large.
Pros
- Narrow 36 inch width
- Front heater blower
- Heat and flame run on separate switches
Cons
- Too small for a wide TV wall
- A front heater blower means some fan sound, and no dB figure is given
The Antarctic Star 36 is 36 inches wide and 3.86 in deep, and it weighs 33 lb. Antarctic Star says one person can hang it with the step-by-step instructions it includes.
A front heater blower pushes the warmth out, and the 750 W and 1,500 W modes let you pick a gentler or stronger setting.
The heat and the flame run on separate switches, so you can enjoy the flame with no heat. A sleep mode and a 1 to 8 hour timer sit alongside the remote and touch screen.
Antarctic Star says it's CETL certified, with a safety cut-off for overheat protection, and that it heats up to 400 sq ft. At 36 inches wide, it suits a narrow wall where a 50 inch unit would look too large.
Silonn 50 Inch Smart Wall Mounted or Recessed
- 50 in wide, 3.94 in deep
- 1,400 W heater
- App, remote and panel control
- 20 flame colors
- Under 45 dB, per Silonn
An app-controlled 50 inch unit at 3.94 in deep. Silonn says the app lets you warm the room before you walk in.
Pros
- Remote, panel and app control
- 20 flame colors and an automatic color mode
- 1 to 8 hour timer and a child lock
Cons
- Recessing it needs a proper wall cavity, which is a framing job
- No unit weight is given, so confirm it before you hang it alone
The Silonn 50 is 50 inches wide and 3.94 in deep, and it runs at 1,400 W. Silonn says it can be mounted on the wall or recessed, and recessing needs a proper wall cavity.
The app, the remote and a panel on the unit all control it, so you can start the heat from another room. Silonn says the app lets you warm the space before you walk in.
It has 20 flame colors, an automatic color mode and a child lock. Its temperature control runs from 62 to 86 F, and the timer runs from 1 to 8 hours.
Silonn says it stays under 45 dB, which keeps the noise low in a quiet room. Silonn gives a 1-year manufacturer warranty but no unit weight, so confirm the weight before you hang it alone.
Tehanld 60 Inch Ultra-Thin Wall Mounted
- 60 in wide, 3.5 in deep
- 0, 750 W and 1,500 W settings
- Digital thermostat from 60 to 99 F
- 12-hour auto-off timer
- Child lock
The thinnest unit in this roundup at 3.5 in deep. Its digital thermostat holds a room near the temperature you set, from 60 to 99 F.
Pros
- Thinnest body in this roundup
- Digital thermostat and three heat settings
- Child lock and 12-hour auto-off timer
Cons
- Tehanld's 1-year limited warranty is shorter than Westinghouse's 2 years
- A 60 inch width needs a wide, flat wall
The Tehanld 60 is 60 inches wide and only 3.5 in deep, which makes it the thinnest unit in this roundup. Tehanld says its ultra-thin body fits standard wall cavities and supports a fully recessed, semi-recessed or flat wall mount.
It has three heat settings, 0 W, 750 W and 1,500 W, plus a digital thermostat that runs from 60 to 99 F.
Tehanld says it runs at 40 dB, and it has a 12-hour auto-off timer and a child lock. You can adjust the temperature, the flame and the timer from across the room with the remote.
Tehanld backs it with a 1-year limited warranty and 24-hour online customer service. A 60 inch width needs a wide, flat wall, so measure the full span before you order.
EUHOMY 50 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
- 50 in wide, 4 in deep
- 750 W and 1,500 W modes
- Thermostat from 62 to 82 F
- 1 to 8 hour timer
- Weighs 22.7 lb
The lightest unit here with a stated weight, at 22.7 lb. EUHOMY says it can be fully recessed or wall mounted, with 2 years of technical support.
Pros
- 22.7 lb, the lowest stated weight here
- Remote and touchscreen
- Two years of technical support, per EUHOMY
Cons
- Its maximum size figure reads 46 in, not 50, so measure first
- At 4 in deep, it's a little thicker than the 3.5 in Tehanld
The EUHOMY 50 is 50 inches wide and 4 in deep. It weighs 22.7 lb, the lightest stated weight in this roundup.
EUHOMY says it can be fully recessed or wall mounted. It runs at 750 W or 1,500 W, with a thermostat from 62 to 82 F and a 1 to 8 hour timer.
You get a remote and a touchscreen, plus 12 flame colors, 12 LED bed colors and 5 brightness levels. EUHOMY says the unit runs at 45 dB.
EUHOMY says it comes with 2 years of technical support, a carbon log and crystal stones. It also says the unit is ETL approved and shuts the heat off automatically as a safety feature.
Its maximum size figure reads 46 in, not 50, so measure your opening before you order.
Westinghouse 50 Inch Wall Mount or In-Wall
- 50 in wide, 5.56 in deep
- 1,500 W heater
- Works with Alexa and Google Home
- Thermostat from 62 to 82 F
- 2-year warranty
A 50 inch unit that works with Alexa and Google Home. It also runs on the Westinghouse app and the included remote.
Pros
- Voice control with Alexa or Google Home
- 2-year warranty, per Westinghouse
- Designed for a wall mount or a flush in-wall fit
Cons
- At 5.56 in deep, it's the deepest unit in this roundup
- Westinghouse says not to share its 120 V, 15 A circuit with other appliances
The Westinghouse 50 is 50 inches wide and 5.56 in deep, the deepest unit in this roundup. It fits a 49 by 15 by 6 in opening, and the front face measures 50 by 15.75 in, so match those sizes against your wall.
It works with Alexa and Google Home, and the Westinghouse app and the included remote also control it. The thermostat holds a setting from 62 to 82 F, and the flames and embers offer up to 144 color combinations.
The box adds a log set, a crystal ember bed, a wall bracket, screws and wall anchors. Westinghouse gives a 2-year warranty, and it says to allow at least 11.8 in of clearance from the ceiling, a mantel and anything mounted above the unit.
Electactic 36 Inch Ultra-Thin Fireplace
- 36 in wide, 3.86 in deep
- 750 W and 1,500 W modes
- 12 flame and 12 bed colors
- Remote and touchscreen
- 1 to 8 hour timer
A 36 inch unit with a nearly invisible bezel. Electactic says the frame makes the unit look built in on the wall.
Pros
- Frameless front that looks built in
- Remote and touchscreen
- Sleep mode and a 1 to 8 hour timer
Cons
- Only 36 in wide, so it covers a narrow wall
- The 45 dB noise figure is Electactic's own number
The Electactic 36 is 36 inches wide and 3.86 in deep, and it weighs 28.7 lb. Electactic says its nearly invisible bezel makes the unit look built in on the wall.
It runs at 750 W or 1,500 W, and a 1 to 8 hour timer sets how long it stays on. A sleep mode that dims the lights is also included.
You get 12 flame colors and 12 bed colors, and you can change the brightness and the speed. A remote and a touchscreen both control it.
Electactic gives a 45 dB noise figure and says the unit has overheat protection and warms up to 400 sq ft. At 36 inches wide, it suits a narrow wall rather than a wide TV wall.
Flame look: colors, speeds and the bed under the flame
Every pick lets you change the flame color, and the Silonn 50 offers the most with 20 flame colors and an automatic color mode. The Tehanld 60 and Westinghouse 50 each pair flame and bed colors for up to 144 combinations.
The R.W.FLAME 60 and Electactic 36 each offer 12 flame colors, and the EUHOMY 50 adds 12 LED bed colors.
The EUHOMY 50 ships with a carbon log and a pack of crystal stones. The Tehanld 60 and Westinghouse 50 include both a faux log set and crystal stones, so you can switch between a rustic and a modern look.
How loud do these units run?
The makers' noise figures run from 40 to 45 decibels across the picks that state one. Tehanld says 40 dB, Silonn says under 45 dB, and EUHOMY and Electactic each say 45 dB.
R.W.FLAME calls its 60 inch unit low noise but gives no number. The Antarctic Star 36 has a front heater blower and no dB figure, so expect some fan sound when the heater runs.
These figures come from the makers, so treat them as a guide rather than a lab result.
Warranty and support: what each maker commits to
Warranty lengths here run from 1 year to 2 years, and the terms differ by maker. Tehanld gives a 1-year limited warranty, Silonn gives 1 year, and Westinghouse gives 2 years.
R.W.FLAME, Antarctic Star and Electactic don't state a warranty length, so ask the brand before you buy. EUHOMY's 2 years is technical support, not a warranty length.
If a longer warranty matters most, Westinghouse's 2 years is the longest stated here, and Tehanld and Silonn both stop at 1 year.
Measure the wall before you order
Measure the width, height and depth of the wall space, along with any outlet or trim that sits in the way. Those three numbers decide which size fits.
Measure the width at the top, middle and bottom of the spot, since a wall can differ a little from one edge to the other. For a unit that hangs, check that an outlet sits within reach of the cord.
These units stand 15.75 to 18.11 inches tall, so they form a band across the wall rather than filling a tall space. Mark the outline with painter's tape before you buy, so you can see how the width and height sit in the room.
Check the exact sizes in the maker's manual before you order.
Which width fits your wall?
Pick the width from your wall first, then from the TV or furniture below it. A 36 inch unit suits a narrow wall, and 50 or 60 inch units suit a wider one.
Wall mounted electric fireplace widths
The 36 inch picks are the Antarctic Star 36 and the Electactic 36. The 50 inch picks are the Silonn 50, EUHOMY 50 and Westinghouse 50, and the 60 inch picks are the R.W.FLAME 60 and Tehanld 60.
For more options at each width, see best 50 inch recessed electric fireplaces and best 60 inch electric fireplaces. For the EUHOMY 60 inch unit, see our EUHOMY 60 inch review.
Does a wall mounted unit need framing?
Not always, but the wall must carry the unit's weight and sit flat behind it. Several picks, including the R.W.FLAME 60 and Silonn 50, can also be recessed, and recessing needs a cavity that fits.
Never cut into a load-bearing wall or a wall with wires or pipes. Follow the maker's manual, and bring in a pro for any framing work.
Antarctic Star says its step-by-step instructions let one person hang the 33 lb unit with drywall screws, while Westinghouse packs a wall bracket, a metal bracket and wall anchors.
If you're weighing a TV stand unit against a slim hanging one, see wall mounted vs freestanding electric fireplace.
How much heat do these units give?
Most picks run at 750 W or 1,500 W, and 1,500 W is about 5,100 BTU per hour on the top setting. The Silonn 50 tops out at 1,400 W.
R.W.FLAME, Antarctic Star, EUHOMY, Westinghouse and Electactic each claim up to 400 sq ft of zone heating. That is the maker's room size, not a promise for your room.
A zone heater warms the space it sits in, so think of it as extra warmth for one room, not a whole-house heater. At 1,500 W, a unit draws about 12.5 amps on a 120 V circuit, so read the manual's circuit notes.
What controls do these units use?
Every pick comes with a remote, and the Silonn 50 and Westinghouse 50 add an app. The R.W.FLAME 60, Antarctic Star 36, EUHOMY 50 and Electactic 36 also have touch screens.
The Tehanld 60, EUHOMY 50, Silonn 50 and Westinghouse 50 all let you set a temperature. The Westinghouse 50 also works with Alexa and Google Home for voice commands.
Power: plug in or hard-wire?
Check whether each unit plugs in or is hard-wired before you buy, since that decides who installs it. A cord alone doesn't tell you where it connects, so confirm the power setup in the manual.
Hard-wiring is work for a licensed electrician. Westinghouse says not to share its 120 V, 15 A circuit with other appliances.
Can you hang a TV above one of these?
Don't assume so. Read both the fireplace maker's and the TV maker's heat and clearance notes before you put a TV above or beside any unit here.
Westinghouse says to allow at least 11.8 in of clearance from the ceiling, a mantel and anything mounted above the unit. Check each maker's number in its manual, since the right distance depends on the model.
For units sized for the gap under a TV, see our wall mounted electric fireplaces to hang under a TV. For general home fire safety basics, the NFPA home fire safety pages are a good place to start.
Which of these suit a bedroom or an office?
The Tehanld 60, Silonn 50, EUHOMY 50 and Electactic 36 are the best fits for a bedroom or home office, because each states a noise level of 45 dB or lower. Tehanld says 40 dB and calls its unit ideal for bedrooms and home offices.
Silonn names bedroom, home office and living room, and EUHOMY adds dining rooms and home theaters. Westinghouse names dining rooms and kitchens too, but it states no noise figure.
Glass, bezels and color
All seven units are black, so black is the default look. EUHOMY says its black tempered glass front panel brightens the flames, and Electactic's nearly invisible bezel makes the unit look built in.
Tehanld calls its LED screen cool-touch, and Westinghouse and Electactic both use tempered glass. For a built-in look, the frame's width matters as much as the color.
Picking the best wall mounted electric fireplace for your wall
Pick the R.W.FLAME 60 for a wide wall with 2 x 6 studs, and the Antarctic Star 36 for a narrow wall one person can hang.
Pick the Tehanld 60 for a digital thermostat and the thinnest body, and the Silonn 50 if app control matters most.
Pick the Westinghouse 50 for Alexa or Google Home, the EUHOMY 50 for the lowest stated weight, and the Electactic 36 for a frameless look on a narrow wall.
Start with your wall width and depth, then check the power and clearance notes in each manual. If you want a unit set into the wall instead, see the best recessed electric fireplaces, or the best 60 inch electric fireplaces for a wider wall.
Our top 3 picks at a glance
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Best for a 60 inch wall with 2 x 6 studs
R.W.FLAME 60 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
8.9/10 our score
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Best for a narrow wall one person can hang
Antarctic Star 36 Inch Recessed and Wall Mounted
8.8/10 our score
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Best for app control from another room
Silonn 50 Inch Smart Wall Mounted or Recessed
8.7/10 our score
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Frequently asked questions
Can a wall mounted electric fireplace go above a TV?
Only after you read both the fireplace maker's and the TV maker's heat and clearance notes, since none of these units makes a TV safe above or beside it. Follow both manuals, and ask a pro if the wall or the TV setup leaves you unsure.
How much heat does a 1,500 W electric fireplace give?
A 1,500 W setting makes about 5,100 BTU per hour, which is the top heat setting on most units here. Makers often claim up to 400 square feet of zone heat, but that is a claim about room size, not a promise for your room.
Do wall mounted electric fireplaces need a vent?
No, because an electric unit makes no smoke and needs no flue or chimney. Keep any air intake or heat outlet clear as the maker's manual directs, and use a licensed electrician for any hard-wired unit, new outlet or new circuit.
Which wall mounted electric fireplace is the thinnest?
The Tehanld 60 is the thinnest unit in this roundup at 3.5 in deep, while the R.W.FLAME 60, Antarctic Star 36 and Electactic 36 are each 3.86 in deep. Check that depth against your wall, along with the width and height, before you order.
Does a wall mounted unit need framing?
Hanging a unit needs a solid, flat wall that can carry its weight. Recessing needs a cavity that fits the unit's depth and stud width, and it's a framing job, so never cut into a load-bearing wall or one with wires or pipes.
