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Dimplex Revillusion 25" vs Touchstone Chesmont

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

Dimplex Revillusion 25" comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.7 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about users converting existing wood-fireplace openings — read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #3 in Best Electric Fireplaces

Dimplex Revillusion 25"

4.7

$799

The Revillusion 25" is the realistic-flame pick — Dimplex's flame tech is the gold standard for visual realism. Best for retrofitting an existing fireplace opening.

Strengths

— Most realistic flame technology in this lineup — Dimplex Revillusion patented
— 25" insert form factor
— Logs cast realistic shadow + flame play

Watch-outs

— Most expensive insert pick
— Insert install requires existing fireplace opening
— Heavier than wall-mount alternatives

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Ranked #4 in Best Electric Fireplaces

Touchstone Chesmont

4.6

$549

The Chesmont is the design-focused Touchstone — mantel shelf integration and multi-color flames. Best for buyers prioritizing aesthetics over smart features.

Strengths

— 50" wall-mount with mantel shelf above
— Multi-color flame options
— Quartz infrared heat

Watch-outs

— No smart home integration
— Older Touchstone platform
— Color flames look less natural than realistic-only modes

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How they stack up

Dimplex Revillusion 25"

Most realistic flames. Insert form. Most expensive in lineup.

Touchstone Chesmont

Mantel shelf design. Multi-color flames. No smart integration.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Dimplex Revillusion 25"	Touchstone Chesmont
Type	Insert (25")	—
Flame	Revillusion patented	Multi-color
Heat	5,000 BTU	Infrared quartz
Mounting	Fireplace insert	—
Width	—	50"
Mount	—	Wall + mantel shelf

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