Dimplex Revillusion® 30" Built-in Electric Firebox (Model: RBF30), 4435/6739/8786 BTU, 120/208V/240 Volt, 1375/1975/2575 Watt, Black

The worst thing is the remote. It works well but it's wafer think and feels cheap. Others may like its size and lightness but I'd prefer something a little more substantial. Otherwise, this is a great fireplace. Lots of features although you'll probably find the settings that work for you and leave it there. Which is fine. I took some pics under different lighting. None of them do justice to the dancing flames though. It really is a pretty realistic fire. BTW, the heater fan does make some noise but the heater works great and it shuts off automatically when it hits your desired temperature and of course you can shut the heater off whenever you want. You can also vary the amount of internal lighting and the colour warmth of the light. I think Dimplex has the best electric fireplaces right now.

I needed to replace an old 1983 Vermont Castings wood fireplace, I wanted a 240v unit to optimize heat output. The Ceramic heating element on this unit is very efficient and puts out a good amount of heat with relatively low amperage at 240v (twice as much heat at less cost than with 120v). Note I did have to knock out some bricks because this unit is deep and square and my opening was rectangular but it was worth the effort. Overall we are very happy with it. The flames look almost real, the settings are all we would ever use and the heat output (with 240v) is impressive for an electric (it is also very easy to wire). The one thing I would like to see improved is the quality of the remote control. It is toy grade plastic and the battery installation is very difficult to line up properly while closing the door and installing a screw. I had to hold the battery down with a small thin pocket knife while turning the screw in with my other hand at the same time. Thankfully if the remote should ever die there is a full control panel in the front of the fireplace. I needed the large surround to cover my repair work on the opening which makes the fireplace look even bigger which we like.

I recently purchased this electric fire box along with the conversion kit and front glass panel to complete the look, and overall I’m really happy with how it turned out. It looks absolutely beautiful in our living room and adds a cozy, finished touch to the space. That said, the experience wasn’t perfect. The unit arrived fairly well packaged, but when we opened it, two side panels had come loose. One of the faux brick panels had even slipped behind the glass, which made it really tricky for my husband to reach and fix. It was a bit of a headache. Thankfully, the company was responsive. I reached out and they sent someone out who was able to fix the issue. That extra support made a big difference and I appreciated the follow-through. Despite the initial hiccup, the final result is worth it. The fire box looks high-end and really elevates the room. If you’re considering it, I’d still recommend it—but just be prepared for the possibility of some initial adjustments or fixes.

Great product, looks great for an electric fireplace. I would recommend it.

Others have described how great it looks. It does. But is it reliable? The answer is yes. I've had the 30 inch Revillusion for over 3 years. It's used for about three hours daily with no problems. I use the Magicteam Sound Machine (which is sold on Amazon) for the crackling fire sound. It is better than the crackle machines in that it doesn't require batteries , doesn't have a tinny sound and costs less. It plugs in and can run all day if you like. Also, the sound can be adjusted from low to very high by holding the + or - button to find the level you like. I select "bonfire" and play it low and it sounds like a fireplace fire. It has twenty sounds to choose from in case you'd like other sounds to accompany the fire. This is the best electric fireplace on the market. Combined with the sound machine it's perfect.