Many cabinet heaters include dual heat settings (commonly about 750 W and 1500 W) plus an on/off or heat-free flame-only mode. Typical user controls include adjustable thermostats (some product listings show ranges like 62°F–82°F) and timers — commonly offered in ranges such as 0.5–6 hours or 1–8 hours.
Many fireplace cabinets and wall inserts provide multicolor flame effects (often around 12 colors), several brightness levels, and interchangeable ember beds or log/crystal displays. They commonly include a flame-only (no-heat) mode so you can use the lighting effects year-round for ambiance.
Many models list coverage of about 100–300 sq ft; several fireplace TV stands and wall/recessed inserts state coverage up to around 400 sq ft.
Product details commonly list safety features such as overheat protection or automatic shut-off, and many models carry industry safety marks like ETL or cETL certification.
Controls commonly include a remote plus a manual or touch control panel, along with adjustable thermostats, timers, and separate flame/brightness settings on fireplace inserts.