Small Electric Fireplace Heaters
These are the electric fireplace media consoles buyers have fallen in love with.
Welcome to our summary post featuring 5 electric fireplace media console reviews. We are giving you a snapshot of 5 great electric fireplace TV centers. Links to comprehensive reviews on each are posted at the end of each fireplace listed.
People love the fact Electric fireplace TV consoles serve several purposes. They are attractive furniture on their own and can serve as a room a focal point.
Electric fireplaces generate the warm cozy atmosphere most people are looking for, as well as providing organization and storage for electrical gaming components.consoles and are great if you are challenged for space, need a little heat and want something fun to look at.
Let the style be your initial guide. What are you attracted to that will fit your rooms decor? Remember ALL of these units perform well.
A number of factors weighed in on our decision to pick the best small electric fireplace heaters. Here are some of the criteria we used:
- First, we looked at overall actual buyers satisfaction and the reviews. Were they RAVING fans?
- We looked at the organizing capability and storage capacity.
- We made sure the fireplace flame effect and heating were ‘good’ or even better.
- We looked at the price and value
We hope you have an enjoyable browse that will point you in the right direction to purchase an electric fireplace media console that will fully meet your needs and your budget.
#1 Electric Fireplace Media Console
#1. ‘Calie’ Electric Fireplace Media Console – By Real Flame #7720E
This electric fireplace TV center is beautifully proportion with lots of space for electronics. In truth, this is our favorite. It is also available in your choice of 3 finishes seen below.
Real Flame 7720E Calie Entertainment Unit with Electric Fireplace, Large, Dark WalnutReal Flame 7720E-W Calie Entertainmet Unit With Electric Fireplace, Large, White
Real Flame 7720E Calie Entertainment Unit with Electric Fireplace, Large, Dark Espresso
The following positive comments about the fireplace are summaries from real customer reviews:
- “Glowing embers and flame effects are great”
- “It really looks beautiful”
- “A very well made fireplace”
- This fireplace is easy to assemble”
- “The fireplace was packaged very well”
Dimensions – Real Flame Calie Electric Fireplace TV Stand
Overall Dimensions:
- Width:67 inches
- Height: 30.5 inches
- Depth: 18 inches
- Weight: 143.5 lbs
You can put roughly a 50″ TV on the center section and have just a little overhang over the side pieces. This is roughly the size of the TV in the image at the top of the post. That center section is rated to support up to 100 lbs. You can put a TV of up to 70″ on top put would lose storage on top of the wings. Another idea is to mount your TV on the wall.
The overall dimensions of this fireplace and media unit are 30.5 inches high by 18 inches deep by 67 inches in width. It weighs 143.5 pounds. The center shelf is 27 inches wide and 12.5 inches deep and the side cabinets are 13.5 inches wide and 12 inches deep. It can support a weight of up to 100 pounds.Assembly is required and the unit is supplied with assembly instructions, remote control and user manual.
Summary:
The vast majority of buyers enjoyed the flame affects of this fireplace. They believe that the realism was very good, some buyers said that it was the main reason they purchased the unit. What’s the point of having an electric fireplace if it does not generate the mood and ambience you’re looking for?
There were many positive comments on the appearance of the fireplace, it was described as being very beautiful and looking awesome. Many people believe that the fireplace was very sturdy and solidly built.
The majority view was that the fireplace could be put together easily. Most people were able to assemble it in about one hour once they got started. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Most people will be able to put everything together without a problem – if you can put together an IKEA bookshelf you can handle this.
If you like the styling – go for it.
There were several customer reviews for this fireplace and the ratings given were 62% for 5 out of 5 stars and 21% for 4 out of 5 stars. The total is 83%in the very good to excellent range, which is a good overall rating. The majority of the comments made by customers were positive about the Real Flame 7720E Calie Entertainment Unit With Electric Fireplace.
This fireplace is well made and provides the convenience of a media unit combined with an electric fireplace that will heat your room and provides good ambience. The fire effects are realistic and the design of the unit is really stylish. We recommend this fireplace.
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#2 Electric Fireplace Media Console
#2. ‘Narita’ Electric Fireplace TV Console – By Southern Entrprises
This electric fireplace TV console is made by Southern Enterprises who made their mark in furniture design – this carries through on the quality construction and attractive design proportions. It has both open and closed shelving with lots of space for electronics. In truth, this is our favorite. It is also available in your choice of the 2 finishes seen below, Espresso and the lighter, Glazed Pine.
Narita Media Electric Fireplace – EspressoNarita Media Electric Fireplace – Glazed Pine
The following are some buyer comments and impressions:
- “This fireplace is a quality unit”
- “A beautiful fireplace”
- “Assembling this fireplace was easy”
- “A fine fireplace for the money”
- “Heater is efficient and heats the room quickly”
There were more comments about the looks of the fireplace than anything else. It was described as “beautiful”, “gorgeous”, “classy”, “elegant” and so on.
Buyers were also impressed with quality. We are fans of SEI fireplaces because of their furniture quality. One customer described it as a “wonderful piece of furniture” and several thought that it was a strong unit that would support a range of media products.
They also really liked the overall value the unit presents. The price of the unit was commented on quite a lot. A lot of people felt that this fireplace offered very good value for money with features that could only be found in units that cost a lot more.
There is some assembly required. A lot of customers stated that they thought that the assembly of the unit was very easy. The usefulness of the assembly instructions was mentioned and a number of customers felt that the fireplace was easy to put together with just a screwdriver and some wood glue.
Dimensions – Real Flame Narita Electric Fireplace Media Console
- Width: 48.0 inches
- Height: 32.5inches
- Depth: 16.25 inches
- Weight: 98 lbs
- 6 foot power cord
- Accommodates a flat panel TV up to 46″ W overall and 85lbs.
- Supports up to 15 lb. (per shelf)
The Narita Media Electric Fireplace is 48 inches wide by 32.5 inches in height and 16.25 inches deep. The unit only weighs around 34.1 pounds. A flat screen TV of up to 50 inches in width can be supported by the mantel which has a weight bearing capacity of 85 pounds.
A remote control is supplied as is a manual for assembly. The color of the unit is Espresso (darker) or Pine Oak (lighter). Make your choice when ordering. Links for both can be found at the beginning of the post.Assembly is required and the unit is supplied with assembly instructions, remote control and user manual.
Summary:
Customers were very satisfied with 2 key points – flame effects and the heater. There were comments about how realistic the flame effects were as well and the overall ambience that the unit provides. The efficiency of the heater was mentioned by a lot of customers and there were comments about how well it heated rooms and how quiet the fan assisted heater was.
If you like the styling – this will be a winner for you.
There were a large number of reviews left for the Narita Media Electric Fireplace Entertainment Center. From the customers that left a review, 64% of them awarded a 5 out of 5 star rating, and a further 21% awarded a 4 out of 5 star rating. This gives a combined total of 85% for this model which is good.
This fireplace is stylish and provides excellent features for media storage. It is good value for money and the flame effects are pretty realistic. The heater does a good job in heating rooms efficiently and overall we would recommend this unit. We recommend this fireplace.
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#3 Electric Fireplace Media Console
#3. ‘Carson’ Electric Fireplace Media Console – By Altra/Ameriwood Furniture
This electric fireplace TV center has over 5,000 reviews on Amazon. It is a budget friendly electric fireplace TV console that has been around a long time and does its job.Carson Electric Fireplace Media Console, Cherry/BlackCarson Fireplace TV Console, Weathered Oak/Black
The following positive comments about the fireplace are summaries from real customer reviews:
- “A good looking fireplace and TV stand”
- “It was straight forward to install”
- “The quality and workmanship was good”
- “Just love the fireplace”
- “So much storage space”
This electric fireplace TV stand is extremely popular, possibly the best selling TV stand/fireplace combo out there.
The TV stand is robust and will handle a large TV easily. This fireplace is a recommended purchase for the budget minded and those who are not looking for bells and whistles on their electric fireplace.
Dimensions – Carson Electric Fireplace Media Console
Overall Dimensions:
- Width: 63.1 inches
- Height: 26 inches high
- Depth: 18 inches deep
- Weight: 113 lbs
This fireplace is designed to accommodate a flat screen TV of up to 70 inches in width, and the maximum weight that the TV shelf can support is 135 pounds. There is also an insert which is 18 inches wide. This unit consists of the firebox in the center, two storage cupboards on either side with doors, and a TV stand mounted on the top of the unit.
The dimensions of the unit are 63.1 inches wide by 18 inches deep by 26 inches high. The unit weighs in at 113.4 pounds. The shipping weight is 194 pounds. The unit will need to be assembled and full instructions are provided. A remote control is also supplied.
Summary:
In all honesty we are a little conflicted. The purist electric fireplace lover, who is looking for versatility in the ambiance created by the flame effects may be a little disappointed. Those looking primarily for a nice inexpensive TV stand as furniture and wanting something extra (the fireplace) will be very pleased.
Taking all of the large number of customer reviews into account, 57% of the reviewers gave a 5 out of 5 star review and 24% awarded a 4 star review. This is a respectable 81% for a 4 or 5 star rating and is pretty good for the fireplace market.
This is an attractive fireplace and TV unit combined that has an electric fireplace heater as a bonus rather than a feature.
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#4 Electric Fireplace Media Console
# 4. Antebellum’ Electric Fireplace Media Console – By SEI
This electric fireplace TV console is another by Southern Enterprises. It features louvered cabinet doors for extra storage. This electric fireplace heater is the only selection featuring a quartz infrared heater – which means it will heat up to 1,000 square feet as apposed to the industry standard of 400 square feet. The flame effects are very good. The 2 finishes – Antique White and Black/Walnut are shown below.
SEI Antebellum Media Console with Electric Fireplace, Black/ WalnutAntebellum Media Electric Fireplace – Antique White TV Stand
The following positive comments about the fireplace are summaries from real customer reviews:
- “It really goes with the decor”
- “Flames and embers are realistic”
- “Putting it together was easy”
- “The shelves are good for media storage”
- “The price is very reasonable”
- “The heating function is very good”
There were tons of compliments and comments about how great the fireplace looks. Many described it as “beautiful” while others said that it “looked great”. Some went as far as to say that they really loved the style of the fireplace and that it “looked classy”. The fact that there 2 color options helps match home decor.
A lot of folks liked the flame effects and the burning embers. The realism was appreciated and the fact that both the flame intensity and the ember intensity could be adjusted was another plus. This makes adjusting the ‘cozy factor’ just that much easier.
Many thought that the price of this fireplace was very good considering that it is a media console as well and it being good value for money when compared to other electric fireplaces.
There were quite a few comments on the positive side about the infrared quartz heater and its enhanced heating capability. It was able to heat rooms efficiently and quickly. Some said that their rooms were “warm and toasty” in no time with this heater. Most customers liked the capacity of the unit for storage and the fact the shelf runs the width of the unit. Also a plus – being able to handle a large TV. There is lot of room for media accessories and everything can be well organized in the side storage compartments.
Dimensions – SEI Antebellum Electric Fireplace Media Console
Overall Dimensions:
- Width: 48 inches
- Height: 32 inches
- Depth: 15 inches
- Weight: 120 lbs
The overall dimensions of this fireplace are 48 inches wide by 15 inches deep and 32 inches in height. The firebox measures 23 inches in width by 20 inches in height. The open shelf is 43 inches wide by 14 inches deep and 5.5 inches high, big enough for cable box and DVD player.
The side cabinets are 7.5 inches wide by 12 inches deep and 21 inches high. The fireplace requires assembly and the total weight is 120 pounds. Assembly instructions and remote control is supplied, (without batteries, Grrrrr…our pet peeve).
Summary:
There were several customer reviews for this fireplace and the ratings given were 66% for 5 out of 5 stars and 27% for 4 out of 5 stars. The total is 93% in the very good to excellent range, which is a good overall rating.
This fireplace is well made and provides the convenience of a media unit combined with an electric fireplace that will heat your room and provides good ambience. The fire effects are realistic and the design of the unit is really stylish. The Antebellum Media Electric Fireplace really looks the part and provides good media storage functionality. The heat output is good and it will provide a very nice centerpiece for any room. This is certainly a recommended purchase.We recommend this fireplace.
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#5 Electric Fireplace Media Console
# 5. Claremont’ Corner Electric Fireplace TV Stand & Media Console
This is a corner electric fireplace TV console; it dies not have to take up an entire wall. It features angled cabinet doors for extra storage. The flame effects are very good. There are 4 finishes – Brown mahogany, Black, Ivory and Cherry shown below. The different finishes will have different prices so click through to see the current discounts.
SEI Claremont Media Console with Electric Fireplace, Brown MahoganyClaremont Convertible Media Electric Fireplace – Black
Claremont Convertible Media Electric Fireplace – Ivory
Claremont Convertible Media Electric Fireplace – Cherry
The following positive comments about the fireplace are summaries from real customer reviews:
- “It looks beautiful in my room”
- “The flames are almost like the real thing”
- “The heater is very good”
- “The unit is quality and strong”
There were many customers that liked the look of the fireplace and some people commented that guests to their homes were very complimentary about it. The unit has been described as “beautiful”, “gorgeous” and “lovely”. Many people said that the fireplace looked just as it was pictured.
One the the primary things we look for in an electric fireplace is good to great flame effects. In general, people really liked the flame effects of this fireplace. The realism was commentated on a lot and some customers said that they were very pleasantly surprised by how real the flames looked.
Quite a few buyers were very happy with the heat output of the fireplace. Many said that the heater made their rooms warm pretty quickly and the thermostat feature was popular with a number of customers. “It heats our room fine” was a very common comment.
Dimensions – SEI Claremont Corner Electric Fireplace Media Console
Overall Dimensions:
- Width: 48 inches
- Height: 32.25 inches
- Depth: 15.75 inches
- Weight: 123 lbs
Triangular Side Cabinets Dimensions (each)
- Width: 8.5 inches
- Height: 32.25 inches
- Depth: 9 inches
Media Shelf
- Width: 23 inches
- Height: 5 inches
- Depth: 13 inches
This electric fireplace media console has a unique collapsible panel which will allow you to place the unit against a flat wall or a corner (hence the ‘convertible’). The unit will accommodate a TV of up to 46 inches in width and it can support up to 85 pounds in weight.
If you install the fireplace against a flat wall then the dimensions will be 48 inches wide by 15.75 inches deep and 32.25 inches in height. If it is located in a corner then the dimensions will be 48 inches wide by 27 inches deep and 32.25 inches in height. The fireplace will require assembly and full instructions are provided as well as a remote control (batteries not supplied, man I hate that).
Summary:
Looking at the total number of buyer reviews, 69% flat out awarded the fireplace 5 out of five stars with a further 20% awarding a four out of five star rating. This is a very good combined total of 89% for a 4 to 5 star review, which is outstanding.
This is a very good looking electric fireplace heater and media TV stand combination which has the flexibility to be located against a flat wall or in a corner. The flame effects are very nice and realistic and the heater is very efficient. This fireplace would make a great addition to any room. Very strongly recommended.
This is certainly a recommended purchase.
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Here are EVEN MORE Electric Fireplace Media Consoles
Electric Fireplace Accessories
There are 3 accessories you may want to consider, the first for added functionality, the second for added aesthetics and pleasure.
1. Consider Electrical Socket Protection. Safer Socket has five tiny thermostats strategically placed inside the unit monitor the temperature of the plug to make sure it is operating at a safe temperature. Should there be a rise in plug temperature which could lead to an electrical fire, Safer Socket will automatically shut off the device. Click on Image below for Safer Socket.
2. Add Fire Crackle Sound. The sound effect of fire crackling is only available on very high end fireplaces, but we have you covered. For about $30 you can add this sound machine, The box is about 2 1/2 ” x 3″ and can attach to the fireplace out of sight. Click on Image below for Fire Crackler Sound System.
3. Wire Covers. Wires and cables dangling from your electric fireplace can really detract from the effect? This Cord Cover Kit makes it a snap to hide wires. It’s very easy to install and can be painted to blend seamlessly into any wall.
TSR-01 Safer Socket Fire Prevention Plug, White Comfort Smart Fire Crackler Sound System
Wiremold 30-inch Flat Screen TV Cord Cover Kit
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Small Electric Fireplace Heaters
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