What is the average cost of an electric fireplace insert?

Electric fireplace inserts typically cost between $200 and $1,500, with most mid-range units — including recessed inserts with realistic log effects — landing in the $400–$900 range.

Where an electric fireplace insert falls in that range depends on insert depth, heating output, and feature set. Shallow units designed for 2×4 wall framing tend to sit at the lower end. Deeper retro-style inserts — like the Masarflame Flemington series at 8.5–8.7 inches deep — with life-like resin logs, a physical ember bed, and built-in audio run $500–$900. WiFi-enabled smart inserts with app and Alexa control push toward the $800–$1,500 mark.

• Budget electric fireplace inserts: $150–$350, typically flat LED panel with limited flame settings.
• Mid-range electric fireplace inserts: $400–$900, covering units with resin logs, ember beds, and multiple flame intensities.
• Smart WiFi electric fireplace inserts: $800–$1,500, adding app control, thermostat, and voice assistant compatibility.
• Masarflame trim kits — sold separately — add $50–$150 to total installation cost for inserts going into existing openings.