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R.W.FLAME 68 inch Recessed and Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace
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R.W.FLAME 68" Recessed & Wall Mounted (ZYHD-868C3U)

#3 · Best Large Ultra-Thin
7.0 /10 Our score
Lowest verified price $359.99 Amazon
Our verdict
The best way to get a large, slim, certified linear fireplace without paying smart-home money.

Pros

  • ETL certified with overheat shut-off
  • 3.9 in deep; fits 2x6 studs
  • 12 flame and 12 bed colors
  • 68–88°F thermostat and 8-hour timer
  • Mid-range price for its size

Cons

  • 67 lb, so the wall must be solid
  • Series owners report remote and noise issues
  • No smart control
  • Heat is the same 1,500 W class as smaller units

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Last reviewed October 31, 2026
Review

What to know about R.W.FLAME 68" Recessed & Wall Mounted (ZYHD-868C3U)

An ultra-thin linear fireplace under 4 in deep that fits 2x6 stud walls or mounts on the surface. It has 12 bed and 12 flame colors, five flame speeds, a 68–88°F thermostat, an 8-hour timer and a sleep mode, and it is ETL certified. Bob Vila's best wall-mounted pick; the R.W.FLAME line, in 30–68 inch sizes, is also a PopSci and This Old House pick in other sizes.
Editorial notes

Why it stands out

Why we like it

Bob Vila names it its best wall-mounted pick, and other sizes in the R.W.FLAME line are picks at Popular Science and This Old House. Consumer Reports also lab-tested the brand's 36-inch insert.

It is ETL certified with an overheat shut-off, and at 3.9 inches it fits an ordinary 2x6 wall. A wide flame is a lot of visual impact for a mid-range budget.

What to know

Skip it if your wall is not solidly built; it weighs 67 lb. Owners of other sizes in the line report finicky remotes, noise and low heat.
Performance

Score breakdown

Flame realism & ambiance

How convincing the flame, ember bed and logs look (color warmth, depth, adjustability), the main thing testers and owners judge.

6.5
Big multicolor linear display; modern rather than lifelike.
Heating performance

Real room and spot heating, thermostat accuracy, heat settings and fan noise. Rated wattage/BTU only, not marketing 'sq ft' claims.

6.5
1,500 W with thermostat; heat doesn't scale with the 68-inch width.
Installation & fit

Ease of setup and the range of installs supported (recessed, wall-mount, freestanding, existing firebox, hardwire option), plus weight and depth requirements.

8.5
Fits 2x6 studs or mounts on the surface; the 67 lb weight needs a solid wall.
Controls & features

Remote and panel usability, true thermostat vs high/low, timer, flame-only mode, smart/app/voice control.

7.5
Thermostat, timer, sleep mode and touch panel; no smart control.
Reliability & build quality

Owner-reported failures (heater, remote, thermostat), materials and construction, warranty length.

6.0
Series reports of a finicky remote, grinding noise and units damaged on arrival.
Safety & indoor air

Safety listing (UL/ETL/CSA), overheat/tip-over protection, cool-touch glass, first-use odors, recall history of the maker. Combustion-free operation is shared by all.

7.5
ETL with heat kill switch (Bob Vila, PopSci).
Value

Performance and features relative to the typical street price.

8.0
$360 for a 68-inch ETL unit.
Specifications

R.W.FLAME 68" Recessed & Wall Mounted (ZYHD-868C3U) specs

Design

Install type
Recessed or wall-mount linear
Width
68 in
Depth
3.9 in

Heating

Max heater power
1500 W
Manufacturer-claimed heating area
400 sq ft
Heater type
Fan-forced

Controls

Adjustable thermostat
Yes
Flame-only mode
Yes
Wi-Fi / app / voice control
No

Safety

Safety listing
ETL
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