Which is better for a large room?

The Whalen. Its 5,200-BTU heater is rated for up to 1,000 sq. ft., while the Paproos puts out 4,777 BTU at 1,400 W.

Is the Whalen worth the extra money?

If you want the remote, thermostat, timer and interchangeable cabinet doors, yes. If you mainly need a stand for a 70-inch TV, the Paproos saves you about $269.

Which holds a bigger TV?

Both are rated for up to 70 inches. The Paproos is 63 in. wide and the Whalen is 58 in. wide.

Which is easier to set up?

The Whalen is a freestanding console. The Paproos requires assembly and weighs 132 lb assembled.

Which has better reviews?

The Whalen scores 5 out of 5, but from only 4 ratings. The Paproos has 4.3 out of 5 from 33 ratings, a larger and more reliable sample.

Whalen Coriander Fireplace TV Console vs Paproos 63 inch Fireplace TV Stand for TVs up to 70 inch with 32 inch Electric Fireplace

Buy the Paproos if price is the deciding factor: it costs $199.99 at Walmart as of November 4, 2026, against $469.00 for the Whalen at The Home Depot. The Whalen is the better-built, better-reviewed console, but you pay more than twice as much for it. Both fit a 70-inch TV, so the choice comes down to budget and how much you trust a 4.3-star product over a 5-star one with only 4 ratings.

Today the Paproos 63 inch Fireplace TV Stand for TVs up to 70 inch with 32 inch Electric Fireplace costs $269.01 less at its best price.

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