An electric fireplace without heat is simply an electric fireplace with its heater switched off. On most models the flame is an LED light show and the heater is a separate fan-forced unit, so you can run the picture on its own all year. Amantii’s FAQ says most of its fireplaces “have the functionality to operate with the heat on or off,” and that it also makes some wall mount and built-in models with LED flames and no heat output. Here is how flame-only mode works, what it draws per Amantii’s manuals, who it suits and what to check.
Can you use an electric fireplace without heat?
Yes. On the Amantii units we carry, the flame and the heater are controlled by different buttons. In the WM-FM owner’s manual, the remote’s Flame button turns the flame on and off, while the Heater button cycles through H1 (low, 750 W), H2 (high, 1500 W), AUTO and OFF. When nothing for heat shows on the remote display, the heater is off and only the lights are running.
Our listings agree. The Amantii WM-FM 34 inch listing says the flame effects and heater “operate independently from one another,” and the Zero Clearance 33 inch listing says the heater can be turned off “so you’re left with just the artful flame display.”
How flame-only mode works
There is no combustion. The “fire” is LEDs shining onto a moving flame element, plus an ember bed or mood light under the media; the heater is a separate fan and element behind the vent. With heat off, the flame LEDs, the flame motor (high, medium or low speed on the WM-FM remote) and the ember bed light (10 colors plus a cycling mode in the WM-FM manual) keep running.
You may hear the fan briefly after turning heat off. The Symmetry Lumina manual says the heater shuts off the heating coil first, then the fan 30 seconds later. That is a cool-down, not a fault.
How much power does the flame use?
Very little. Amantii’s manuals print a “No heater” wattage in each model’s spec table, next to the 1500 W maximum. These are the figures from the manuals we opened:
| Series (manual) | Sizes covered | No heater (flame and lights) | Heater max |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM-FM wall mount or built-in | 26 to 88 in | 25 W | 1500 W |
| Traditional XtraSlim | 26, 30, 33 in | 15 W, 16 W, 17 W | 1465 W |
| Panorama BI-SLIM | 40 to 88 in | 23.6 W to 30 W | 1500 W |
Sources: WM-FM manual, Traditional XtraSlim manual, Panorama BI-SLIM manual. On the Panorama Slim the figure rises with width. The Symmetry Lumina manual gives no no-heater figure, so we quote none.
In other words, flame-only mode draws roughly 1 to 2 percent of the heater’s maximum.
What flame-only costs to run (our math)
The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A puts the average U.S. residential price at 18.31 cents per kWh for July 2026. Using that rate and the manual wattages, our math:
- WM-FM, flame only (25 W): about half a cent per hour. Running it 4 hours every night for a year uses about 36.5 kWh, roughly $6.70 at the U.S. average.
- Traditional XtraSlim 26 inch, flame only (15 W): about a quarter of a cent per hour, roughly $4 a year at 4 hours a night.
- Any of these on high heat (1500 W): about 27 cents per hour.
The same EIA table lists Florida at 15.03 cents and California at 33.61 cents, so the WM-FM example comes to about $5.50 a year in Florida and about $12.30 in California (our math). Amantii’s FAQ quotes older averages of $.02 per hour without heat and $.07 with heat; use the rate on your own bill.
Who an electric fireplace without heat suits
Electric fireplace for warm climates
Where the heater would sit unused most of the year, you are really buying the flame, so flame realism, color options and size matter more than BTU ratings. The Amantii TruView XL 50 inch 3-sided fireplace listing notes that in “a more temperate climate” the flames can still be enjoyed, because flames and heater work independently.
TV walls and media walls
Many linear fireplaces go under a TV mostly for looks, and flame-only means no warm air rising toward the screen. Mantel clearances still apply; see our guide to an electric fireplace with a TV above. A wide model such as the Panorama 50 inch Slim built-in or the WM-FM 60 inch fills the space under a large screen.
Bedrooms in summer
On a summer evening the flame is a mood light. Turn it off when you sleep: Amantii’s manuals warn about leaving the appliance operating unattended, and the remote timer shuts it off after 30 minutes to 8 hours. More in our electric fireplace in a bedroom guide.
Flame only electric fireplace models we carry
Every Amantii fireplace we list has a heater that can be turned off; we do not currently list a no-heat model. For one with no heater at all, call 866-777-2590 (Monday to Friday, 9AM to 6PM PST). Prices are from our listings at the time of writing.
| Model | Install | Flame-only note (source) | Our price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional XtraSlim 26 in | Mount or recess | 15 W no heater (manual) | $1,299 |
| Traditional XtraSlim 33 in | Mount or recess | 17 W no heater (manual) | $1,699 |
| WM-FM 34 in | Wall mount or built-in | 25 W no heater (manual) | $1,498 |
| WM-FM 60 in | Wall mount or built-in | 25 W no heater (manual) | $2,237 |
| Panorama Slim 50 in | Built-in | 25.6 W no heater (BI-SLIM manual) | $1,999 |
| Zero Clearance 33 in | Built-in | Heater can be turned off (listing) | $1,298 |
| TruView XL 50 in 3-sided | Built-in | Flames and heater independent (listing) | $2,999 |
See the full range on our Amantii brand page, and sizing and installation in our electric fireplace buying guide. Shipping is free on orders of $999 or more and $200 flat below that; returns follow our return and refund policy.
What to check before you rely on flame-only mode
- Separate heater and flame buttons. The WM-FM and Traditional XtraSlim remotes have both. If a listing only says “remote included,” ask us.
- The heater’s OFF position. On the WM-FM remote, OFF comes after AUTO and shows no heat display. AUTO holds a set temperature, so it is not off.
- The main power switch. Amantii’s manuals describe an ON/OFF switch on the unit. It must be on for the remote or app to work.
- App control. The WM-FM and Traditional XtraSlim manuals describe pairing with the TuyaSmart app, and our Symmetry Lumina listings say the app covers flame color, speed, brightness and heat settings.
- Timers. The WM-FM manual says not to use the heater with a programmer, outside timer or other device that switches it on automatically. Use the remote’s built-in timer.
- Circuit and cord rules. Install to the manual even if you never plan to use heat: the WM-FM manual calls for a 15 amp, 120 volt grounded circuit, and the Traditional XtraSlim manual says to avoid extension cords.
Frequently asked questions
Can you use an electric fireplace without heat all year?
Yes, on models where the heater and flame are separate. Amantii’s FAQ says most of its fireplaces run with heat on or off, and several of our listings describe flame-only use as year-round use.
How much power does the flame use on an electric fireplace?
On the Amantii manuals we opened, 15 W to 30 W with the heater off, depending on series and size. The heater adds up to 1500 W.
Is a flame only electric fireplace cheaper to buy?
Amantii makes no-heat wall mount and built-in models, but we do not list one right now, so we cannot quote a price. A heated model run flame-only costs a few dollars a year by our math and keeps heat available for cold snaps.
Is an electric fireplace for warm climates worth it?
If you want the look of a fire without adding heat, yes. Choose for flame quality and size, and treat the heater as a bonus.
