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Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace vs Touchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace

These are the same fireplace in two widths. The 50-inch gives you a wider flame view and a bigger focal wall; the 40-inch fits tighter spaces and has a slightly higher owner rating. Both heat the same 400 sq ft at 5,000 BTU, both are Wi-Fi with Alexa and Google Home, and both include logs and crystals. Pick by wall width, not by features.

  • Choose the Sideline 50 if you have the wall width and want the fireplace to be the room's focal point.
  • Choose the Sideline 40 if your wall or opening is narrow, or you want a more understated accent.

Prices

  • Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace: $549.00 at Touchstone Home Products, Inc. (last seen Nov 13)
  • Touchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace: $479.00 at Touchstone Home Products, Inc. (last seen Nov 12)
  • Difference: the Touchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace is $70.00 cheaper than the Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace at the latest prices (Nov 12 and Nov 13)
Sideline
Sideline 50 Inch Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace 80004

Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace

Sideline 50 Inch Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace 80004

4.8(500 ratings)
$549.00at Touchstone Home Products, Inc.Checked Nov 13
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Pros
  • Wide 46-inch flame view makes a strong accent wall
  • 6 flame colors and 10 media bed colors
  • Quiet at 20 to 30 dB
  • Includes log set and crystals
  • Plug-in or hardwire at 120V
Cons
  • Owners say it does not warm rooms much past 400 sq ft
  • Faux log looks less real than photos suggest
  • Needs a 50-inch-plus wall opening
The Sideline
The Sideline 40 Inch Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace 80027

Touchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace

The Sideline 40 Inch Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace 80027

4.9(443 ratings)
$479.00at Touchstone Home Products, Inc.Checked Nov 12
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Pros
  • Fits narrower walls and smaller rooms
  • Highest owner rating of the two
  • Same heat, smart controls and included media as the 50
  • Easy install with clear instructions, owners say
  • Flames read as realistic to owners
Cons
  • Smaller flame view
  • Fewer published color and intensity options
  • No memory for last setting with a connected on/off switch, one owner notes

What separates them

Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric FireplaceTouchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace
Width and viewing area50 in wide, 46 in x 14 3/8 in flame view40 in wide, smaller flame view
Heat output5,000 BTU, 750W/1500W, 400 sq ft5,000 BTU, 400 sq ft
Flame and media options6 flame colors, 10 media bed colors, 5 intensity levels, 3 speedsMulti-color flames, variable flame speed, pulsating ember bed
Smart controlsWi-Fi, Alexa and Google Home, remoteWi-Fi, Alexa and Google Home, remote
InstallationFlush recessed, front vent, plug-in or 120V hardwire, 5.5 in deepFlush recessed, front vent, plug-in or 120V hardwire
Owner rating4.8 from 500 ratings4.9 from 443 ratings
Noise20 to 30 dBNot published, same forced-air design

Price history

$549.00$549.00
Nov 4Nov 13
  • Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace: lowest $549.00 on Nov 4 at Best Buy; $549.00 on Nov 13.

Prices at every store

Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace

  • Touchstone Home Products, Inc.New

    In stockReturn policy

    $549.00Checked Nov 13
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  • Touchstone Home ProductsNew

    In stock

    $549.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $549.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $549.00Free shippingChecked Nov 13
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Touchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace

  • Touchstone Home Products, Inc.New

    In stockReturn policy

    $479.00Checked Nov 12
    Visit Touchstone Home Products, Inc.
  • Electric Fireplaces DepotNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $479.00Checked Nov 10
    Visit Electric Fireplaces Depot
  • ElectricFireplacesPlus.comNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $479.00Checked Nov 10
    Visit ElectricFireplacesPlus.com
  • US Fireplace StoreNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $479.00Checked Nov 10
    Visit US Fireplace Store
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Specs compared

SpecSideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric FireplaceTouchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace
Heat settingsTwo heat settings (750W/1500W)—
Thermostat range68F and 88F degrees—
Room coverage400 sq. ft.—
Flame colors6 flame color options—
Media bed colors10 media bed color options—
Light intensity settings5 flame and media bed light intensity settings—
Flame speeds3 flame speeds—
Timerup to 8 hours—
Noise level20 to 30 Decibels—
Flame viewing area14 3/8" H x 46" W—
Weight55 lbs—
Voltage120v—
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SpecSideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric FireplaceTouchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace
TypeElectric Fireplace—
LocationIndoor—
UseHeating, Ambiance—
Ventilation TypeVent Free—
Depth5.5" (14 cm)—
Height21.5" (54.6 cm)—
Width50 in—
Length5.5 in (14 cm)—
Heat SourceElectric—
Heat Rating5,000 BTU

What reviewers say

Sideline 50 Recessed Smart Electric Fireplace

  • 4.8 / 5500 ratings

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 500 ratings, the Sideline 50 draws praise for its look, easy installation and the choice of logs or crystals. Complaints center on heating power in larger rooms and the realism of the faux log.

What people mention
  • Heat outputMixedBuyers like the quick warmth but say it falls short in rooms much over 400 sq ft.
  • LooksPraisedOwners call the flame display modern and a strong focal point for an accent wall.
  • InstallationPraisedBuyers describe the recessed install as straightforward.
  • Log realismCriticisedThe faux log is called less realistic than the photos suggest.

Touchstone Sideline 40 Recessed Electric Fireplace

  • 4.9 / 5443 ratings

Buyers rate the Sideline 40 very highly and say the flames and colors look almost like a real fire. They call installation easy with clear instructions and like the ambiance and the chill it takes off a room. The recurring complaint is that a connected on/off switch does not keep the last setting.

What people mention
  • Flame realismPraisedOwners say the LED flames and colors look almost like a real fire.
  • InstallationPraisedBuyers report easy installation with clear, precise instructions.
  • AmbiancePraisedOwners like the look and the warmth it adds to a room.
  • Build qualityPraised

Questions and answers

Which one heats a room better?
Neither. Both put out 5,000 BTU and are rated for about 400 sq ft. If your room is larger, plan on a separate heat source either way.
Is the 50-inch worth stepping up to?
Only if wall space allows and you want the bigger flame view. The heat, smart features and included logs and crystals are the same.
Which looks more realistic?
Owners of both praise the LED flames. The 40-inch owner rating is slightly higher, but the difference is small and both use the same flame technology.
Can both be flush mounted?
Yes. Both have a front heating vent so they sit flush in the wall, and both plug into a standard outlet or hardwire to 120V.
Do both work with Alexa and Google Home?
Yes. Both are Wi-Fi enabled and work with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, and both ship with a remote.
Which is easier to install?
They install the same way. The 50-inch is heavier at 55 lbs and needs a wider opening, so the 40-inch is simpler in a tight space.

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Buying guides that pick them

  • Best electric fireplaces for living rooms
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Heating MethodForced Air—
Maximum BTU Output5000 British Thermal Units—
Power SourceElectric—
Safety FeaturesCool-touch feature—
ShapeRectangular—
Primary MaterialGlass—
Secondary MaterialGlass—
Installation LocationIndoor—
Installation TypeWall Mount, Recessed—
Included HardwareWall-mount bracket—
Automatic Shut OffYes—
ThermostatYes—
Control TypeRemote control—
Remote IncludedYes—
Buyers describe it as good quality for what it offers.