R.W.FLAME 60 Inch Recessed Electric Fireplace vs Touchstone Sideline 50 Inch Smart Fireplace

Buy the R.W.FLAME if you want a wider 60-inch fireplace with 12 flame and bed color combinations, five speed settings and a slim 3.86-inch recessed profile. Buy the Touchstone Sideline if you want a 50-inch flush wall-mount unit with a log set, crystal set and a timer, and you can accept its 5.5-inch depth. Both are 1,500W, 5,100 BTU heaters rated for about 400 square feet, so heat output is a wash. Owners of the Touchstone line generally rate the flame realism and build highly, while the R.W.FLAME wins on customization and a lower-profile recess.

• Choose the R.W.FLAME if you want the widest viewing area, the most flame and bed color options, and a thin recessed install.
• Choose the Touchstone Sideline if you want a flush wall-mounted unit with a timer, included log and crystal sets, and a strong owner rating.