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Heat & Glo Escape
Why we ranked it #1:
- Combines the best features of every insert on this list, including anti-reflective glass, a remote, fans, and LED lighting under the logs that mimics glowing coals
- A real radiant firebrick shell boosts efficiency and radiates heat, coming close to the performance of Mendota
- Wi-Fi control and a wide choice of fronts, with firebrick panels that look like a real open fireplace
The best-performing and best-looking insert we sell. It’s our top pick, and a worthy successor to our former number one, the Quadra-Fire.
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Mendota FullView
Why we ranked it #2:
- The best heater on this list, built by Johnson Gas Appliance with thick-gauge steel that radiates serious heat into the room
- Twin fans move the most air while staying quiet, and a two-stage burner gives the largest turn-down range
- Sturdy construction with a three-year warranty, plus many frame, front, and fire-in-log options
Number two for pure performance. It’s also our most expensive insert, but if heat is your priority, nothing beats it.
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Heat & Glo Supreme
Why we ranked it #3:
- The most insert for your money: a strong heat exchanger, a loaded remote with fan, thermostat, and timer, and sizes of 25", 30", and 35"
- Optional IntelliFire Wi-Fi lets you control everything from your phone
- Choose from several fronts, brick panels, and oak or birch log sets
Heat & Glo’s best-selling insert and our best value. It does everything very well at a price that makes sense.
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Ortal Wilderness
Why we ranked it #4:
- The burner sits inside the log set, so flames come out of the logs the way they do in a real wood fire
- Anti-reflective glass and ceramic glass back panels give a deeper reflection that’s easier to clean
- Comes with a remote and thermostat control, plus several log and designer panel options
The designer pick. It heats well, but you’re buying it for looks, and on looks alone it could rank first.
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Napoleon Oakville
Why we ranked it #5:
- A two-stage burner lets you turn the front burner on or off for flexible heat output
- Comes well equipped, with Bluetooth connectivity and options for panels, birch logs, and colored or arched fronts
- A proven, reliable unit at a good price, though newer inserts have started to pass it
Once our number one, now a tried-and-true option for buyers who want solid performance at a reasonable price.