duraflame DFI030ARU Electric Log Set Insert
- Size: 20.5 inches
- Chamber Depth: 8.7 inches
- Heating Coverage: 1000 sq ft
- Heating Element: Quartz
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A dependable fireplace insert for realistic flame look plus real supplemental heat, best treated as a zone heater rather than a whole-room solution for large spaces.
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ASIN: B01L0GALJWModel: DFI030ARUCategory: Electric Fireplaces
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Overview
An infrared quartz electric log heater, model DFI030ARU, built to slide into an existing wood-burning fireplace, with faux logs, an ember bed glow and remote-controlled flame and heat settings rated to warm spaces up to 1,000 square feet.
This is a plug-in insert, not a standalone cabinet heater, so it depends on an existing fireplace opening to sit in.
- Infrared quartz heat rated for up to 1,000 sq ft
- Remote controls flame, timer and brightness
- Flame effect works independently of heat
- No installation, plugs into an existing fireplace
Who it's for
Fits anyone with a decorative or non-functional wood fireplace who wants heat and flame ambiance without burning wood or running gas lines. Less suited to someone wanting a single heater to fully warm a large open room on its own.
Pros and cons
- Fan noise described as a buzz by some owners
- Heating coverage felt smaller than the 1,000 sq ft claim to some buyers
- Temperature set by a dial rather than a true thermostat, per one reviewer
Specifications
| Brand | Duraflame |
|---|---|
| Model | DFI030ARU |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Size | 20.5 inches |
| Chamber Depth | 8.7 inches |
| Orientation | Center |
| Item Weight | 13.6 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 8.7 × 20.5 × 12.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Heating Coverage | 1000 sq ft |
| Heating Element | Quartz |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Electronic, Glass, Metal, Plastic |
| Color | Split Oak With Infrared Heat |
| Finish Types | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Other details | |
| Ventilation Type | Vent Free |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Room Type | Bedroom, Home Office, Living Room |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Batteries | 2 |
| Style Name | Traditional Classic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Indoor |
| Assembly Instructions Description | No assembly required. Plug in and enjoy. |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Duraflame log heater need venting or a gas line?
No, it is an infrared electric insert that plugs into a standard outlet and sits in an existing fireplace opening, with no venting or construction required.
Can the flame effect run without the heat on?
Yes, flame and heat are controlled independently, so the log glow can stay on through warmer months with the heater switched off.