What you get
The Legend Flame EF290 23-Inch Electric Log Set is an electric log set with a 750-watt heater, which works out to about 2,559 BTU per hour (3.412 BTU per watt).
Its 750 watts means 6.2 amps on a household outlet and 0.8 kWh for each hour on high. The fuel cost calculator turns that into your hourly cost.
The maker says it heats up to 400 square feet; as with any 120-volt heater, read that as supplemental heat for one room.
Like most electric fireplaces the flame effect can run with the heater off, using far less power.
As a log set it sits in an open fireplace in place of a grate; plan the cord route to an outlet.
Electric fireplaces burn nothing, so they produce no carbon monoxide and need no vent, chimney or gas line.
Also on the listing: overall dimensions of 9.5 in (D) x 23 in (W) x 20 in (H) and ['resin logs with ember bed'] construction.
Warranty, per the listing: One year warranty.
The figures, from the maker
Each figure is the maker's or the listing's own, with its source marked. A figure the maker doesn't give is shown as not stated.
| Model number | EF290 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Corded Electric | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 9.5"D x 23"W x 20"H | Retailer |
| Material | ['Resin logs with ember bed'] | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Freestanding | Retailer |
| Heat output (maker) | 5,000 BTU/h | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Adjustable Flame, Flame Effect | Retailer |
| Batteries | 1 CR2032 batteries required. (included) | Retailer |
| Model name | Nora | Retailer |
| Warranty | One year warranty. | Retailer |
| Heats up to (maker) | 400 sq ft | Retailer |
| Wattage | 750 W | Retailer |
| Voltage | 120v | Retailer |
Is it the right heater for the room?
Pick it when
- Filling an open fireplace
- Rooms where gas or wood can't go
Pass on it when
- Heating a whole house
- Circuits already near their limit
Where it wins, where it gives ground
Wins
- 2,559 BTU/h of heat
- No vent or chimney
- Flame runs without heat
Gives ground
- Supplemental heat only
- Draws 6.2 A on high
Know before you install
- Figures are the maker's own and are rated in the maker's conditions. Installation, venting, chimney, gas and electrical work follow the manual and local code, carried out by a qualified installer.
Heaters to weigh against it
Other electric fireplaces and stoves in the same heat range
- PuraFlame EF511A 24-Inch Electric Log Set
- Legend Flame EF484 25-Inch Electric Log Set
- Dimplex RLG20 Electric Log Set
- RealSmart Flow 6 BK Electric Stove Heater
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Bottom line
Pick it for filling an open fireplace.