Electric fireplace logs can look quite realistic in general, but it depends on the model of fireplace. Lower cost models may not look very realistic while top of the range models that focus on flame, log and smoke effects can look very realistic.

Some lower cost electric fireplace logs may not look very realistic as the logs may not be as well put together and look plasticky, and the light effects may not produce very realistic looking flames or burning ember effects.

However, if you have the budget, you can find very realistic looking electric fireplace logs.

Some models can use a range of the latest technology such as ultrasonic flames or smoke effects for the most realistic experience. The downside of these models can be that focusing on the most realistic flame effects can mean no heater installed within the fireplace.

Our electric fireplace log set isn’t the most realistic looking but then again we didn’t go for one of the more expensive models.