Dimplex 23-in Standard Electric Fireplace Log Set - DFI2309

I put the Dimplex DFI2310 log set in my living room fireplace, which has a chimney but can't take a real fire due to venting problems. The fireplace mouth is 36," and for a while I mistakenly thought that I needed a 36" insert. I didn't. These 23" logs fit nicely inside and they look terrific. With the mesh screen in front of the fireplace, the fire looks amazingly realistic (for this price range, at least). Not like a bonfire, not like brightly raging flames, but like a fire on the wane with hot logs and embers and orange flames flickering through. I love a good fire and I don't like cheesiness, and this Dimplex does NOT look cheesy. For this price range it's really impressive. I would probably give it 4.5 or 4.7 stars rather than 5 if I could, but that's not an option. My minor complaints involve (1) the heat and (2) the controls. (1) The heat underwhelms. If I stand four feet away I can feel the heat emanating strongly. Five feet away, I can feel it ever so faintly. More than five feet, I can't really feel any heat. I have an old Honeywell space heater that puts off significantly more heat than the Dimplex seems to do. On the other hand, it probably increases the room temperature slightly even if I can't feel the heat emanating, and what's more, I didn't buy it primarily for the heat. (2) The controls on the unit as well as the remote control could be better, although perhaps not in this price range. They allow very few adjustments or gradations. It's really just a matter of no heat, a little heat, or heat plus blower if you use the switches that reside on the unit itself. If you use the remote control, it's just a simple on and off-- no adjustment of heat. Neither one lets one control the brightness. But again, for the price that I paid I can't hold it against Dimplex that this unit doesn't include fancier or more powerful elements. It's great for the money and I recommend it to others. I might buy another for my basement fireplace.

This came out of the box, I plugged it in and it was up and running. I haven’t taken the time for the remote, but it’s so easy. And it’s so warm and comfortable. Exactly what I needed for my space.

I researched several models before picking this one. Very happy with purchase. I bought it just for ambiance, not heat so I haven't used the heater function more than once, but it does give off a tiny amount of heat on the "flame only" setting, which isn't a problem since I have glass doors in front of it. I didn't want to spend a lot but having fake logs was important to me (rather than just a flame effect on a screen) to look more realistic, and this has very realistic looking logs and was a reasonable price. Others have commented on the half moon background, but I don't notice it behind glass, however, if out in the open it would definitely detract from the attractiveness. I have used it almost every day for over a month. No problems. I plan on using it year-round. It appears to be built very sturdy and has good quality materials and finishes.

Excellent electric fireplace. Visitors think it's gas because it looks real.

Quiet, mild heat, realistic flame effect, easy to install did not have to remove fireplace frame and gift is enjoyed

The insert has made our family room very cozy and looks beautiful by our Christmas tree! We always have it on when we are in the room. There is no mess, easy to use, and relaxing to watch! This was a surprise gift to my family. They love it and so do I !

What a nice addition to any room. Because we do not have a fire place in our home and I could not find an electric furniture fire place that would work for us. I took an existing closed cabinet and converted it, Tiled the front and set this fire place insert into the opening. It is so relaxing to watch the flames, they are very realistic we are loving it