By the Amazon Picks Desk, Canada News Media. We research products from real Amazon.ca listings, specifications, owner reviews and expert reviews; we have not tested them ourselves.
The best electric fireplace in Canada for most homes is the Legend Flame 25-inch log set at $409.99, because it sits in an existing opening or cabinet with no installation. If you want a wall-mounted look, the EUHOMY 36-inch recessed model is $259.98. Every pick here runs on 750 or 1,500 watts, so it works as zone heating, not as a furnace. Check any heater against Health Canada’s recalls and safety alerts database before you buy.
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Updated Nov. 6, 2026. Prices checked on Amazon.ca on Nov. 6, 2026 and may change.
Electric fireplaces compared
| Pick | Price (CAD) | Style and size | Heat settings | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend Flame 25-inch log set (EF484) | $409.99 | Freestanding insert, 25 in W x 20 in H x 10 in D | 750 W or 1,500 W | 4.7 stars, 1,497 ratings | Most homes, no installation |
| EUHOMY 36-inch recessed fireplace | $259.98 | Wall recessed or wall mounted, 36 in wide | 750 W or 1,500 W | 4.7 stars, 443 ratings | Modern wall look on a budget |
| Legend Flame Austin 33-inch built-in | $569.99 | Build-in, 33 in W x 18.9 in H x 5.8 in D | 750 W or 1,500 W | 4.8 stars, 429 ratings | Slim built-in or feature wall |
| Legend Flame Carl 35-inch insert (EF264) | $649.99 | Insert, 34.69 in W x 26.11 in H x 10.39 in D | 750 W or 1,500 W | 4.7 stars, 618 ratings | Replacing a wood fireplace opening |
| COWSAR infrared fireplace stove | $159.99 | Portable stove-style heater | 1,000 W or 1,500 W | 4.5 stars, 277 ratings | Renters and small rooms |
Sizes are in the inches Amazon.ca lists, so convert before you measure your opening: 25 inches is about 64 centimetres and 36 inches is about 91 centimetres. A 1,500-watt heater puts out roughly 5,100 BTU an hour, which is simple physics, not a brand claim.
Our picks
No. 1, best for most homes: Legend Flame 25-inch electric fireplace log set (EF484). This is a freestanding log set that is listed at 25 inches wide, 20 inches high and 10 inches deep, made to sit in an existing opening or cabinet. It has two heat settings, 750 and 1,500 watts, a remote, a crackling sound option and a flame effect over resin logs. The listing says it supplements heat for a room of up to 400 square feet, and it carries a CSA certification and a one-year limited warranty. It is sold by Legend Flame, the brand. At 1,497 ratings and 4.7 stars, it has the deepest pool of owner feedback on this list. The catch to know about: it is a supplement, not a main heat source, and the listing says so.
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No. 2, best value wall-mounted look: EUHOMY 36-inch recessed electric fireplace. At $259.98, this is the least expensive way on the list to get a linear, wall-style fireplace. Amazon.ca sells and ships it. The listing describes a black tempered glass front, adjustable flame colour and brightness, a timer, and a 750-watt energy-saving mode alongside a 1,500-watt heating mode. You control it with a remote or the touchscreen. It is listed as ETL certified, with supplemental heating for up to 400 square feet and two years of technical support. It has 443 ratings at 4.7 stars. Plan the install: recessing it into a wall means framing and an electrician, so confirm the cutout size from the manufacturer’s installation details on the listing before you buy.
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No. 3, best slim built-in: Legend Flame Austin 33-inch build-in electric fireplace. The Austin is only 5.8 inches deep (33 inches wide by 18.9 inches high overall), which makes it the easiest of the built-in models to fit into a shallow wall. It has high 1,500-watt and low 750-watt settings. The listing is blunt that this is not a main heat source. It is sold by Legend Flame at $569.99 and has 429 ratings at 4.8 stars, the highest rating of the five. You pay more for the slim frame and finish than for extra heat, so buy it for the look.
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No. 4, best for replacing a wood fireplace opening: Legend Flame Carl 35-inch electric fireplace insert (EF264). The Carl is a taller insert, listed at 34.69 inches wide, 26.11 inches high and 10.39 inches deep, with 750 and 1,500-watt settings and a crackling sound. The listing describes supplemental heat for up to 400 square feet. It costs $649.99, is sold by Legend Flame and has 618 ratings at 4.7 stars. Measure your firebox width, height and depth against those numbers, because an insert only works if it fits the opening. If you keep a working chimney, ask a qualified installer about sealing the flue first.
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No. 5, best for renters and small rooms: COWSAR infrared electric fireplace stove. This portable, stove-style heater costs $159.99 and plugs into a wall outlet, with no installation at all. The listing describes an infrared heating method, adjustable flame brightness, a thermostat and overheating protection, with 1,000-watt and 1,500-watt settings. It is sold and shipped by COWSAR Living, the brand, and has 277 ratings at 4.5 stars, the smallest sample on the list. That is the reason it ranks fifth. It is still the most practical option if you rent and cannot cut into a wall.
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How we chose. We searched Amazon.ca for electric fireplaces, fireplace inserts and fireplace heaters on Nov. 6, 2026, then opened each listing the same day. We kept products rated 4.5 stars or higher with at least 250 ratings, sold by Amazon.ca or the brand itself. We left out the Dimplex and Napoleon listings that were sold by a retailer we could not confirm as authorized, and listings with fewer than 250 ratings. Specs come from the Amazon.ca listings, and we did not test the products ourselves.
How much room will an electric fireplace heat?
Every pick here tops out at 1,500 watts, the same output as a typical plug-in space heater, and the listings for the Legend Flame models and the EUHOMY all describe supplemental heat for about 400 square feet. In a Canadian winter that is a small to medium room, not a whole floor. If you want to heat a larger space, compare these against our guide to space heaters on Amazon.ca. The flame effect itself gives off no heat, so you can run it with the heater off for ambience.
Do electric fireplaces need special wiring?
Plug-in models need only a standard outlet, but a 1,500-watt heater draws about 12.5 amps, which is most of a 15-amp household circuit. Do not share that circuit with other heavy loads and do not use a thin extension cord. Recessed and built-in models are usually plugged in behind the wall, so an electrician may need to add an outlet. The Electrical Safety Authority is the Ontario regulator, and your province’s electrical safety body will have local rules.
When is the best time to buy in Canada?
Retail patterns suggest heating products see more promotions around Black Friday on Nov. 27, Cyber Monday and Boxing Day, but we do not know of any scheduled discount on these listings and we have not seen one. Prices on Amazon.ca move, so look at the price on the day you buy.
Who it suits and who should skip it
An electric fireplace suits anyone who wants flames and some supplemental warmth with no chimney, no wood and no venting. It suits condo owners, renters and basements. Skip it if you want to cut your heating bill with a primary heat source, because 1,500 watts is modest and the listings say these are not main heat sources. Also skip it if you need a unit at the lowest price: the most affordable heater here is $159.99.
Frequently asked questions
Are electric fireplaces worth it in Canada?
They are worth it for ambience and zone heating in one room. At 1,500 watts, they heat like a space heater and are not meant to replace central heating.
Do electric fireplaces use a lot of electricity?
On the high setting, each of these draws up to 1,500 watts, or 1.5 kilowatt-hours for every hour of heat. The flame effect alone uses much less. Check your own utility rate to estimate the cost.
Can you leave an electric fireplace on all night?
Follow the manufacturer’s manual. Several of these models have timers or overheating protection, but you should not leave any heater running unattended or while you sleep unless the manual says it is safe.
Can an electric fireplace go in front of a wall or inside a cabinet?
The Legend Flame EF484 is listed for existing openings or cabinets. Always keep the clearances in the manual, and check that the cabinet can handle the heat.
Sources. Amazon.ca listings for each product, opened Nov. 6, 2026, and Health Canada’s recalls and safety alerts. We did not read owner review text for this guide, so we have not paraphrased reviews; the ratings and counts come from the listings.
Related reading: our Amazon Picks hub and our guide to space heaters on Amazon.ca.
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