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It is NOT real but uses about 10 watts without the heater, looks fine and does have a remote control and separate heat, NO sound. The heater has a blower fan that makes a little noise but seems to put out a decent amount of heat for a small electric heater. I have glass screen doors so I really can not comment on the actual effectiveness of the heater. I moved my gas logs to the back. I place this unit on the old grate which elevates the units remote sensor and controls above the brass base trim of my glass doors. In an emergency I could remove the unit and use gas. TIP: Looks are dependent on room lighting. The dancing flames are projected out the back. A 24"x24" piece of cardboard upright 3"-4" behind helps the flames appearance. The cardboard could be spay painted any color to match the interior. UPDATE: This unit has been "ON" (no heat) for at least 4 hours each day and usually closer to 12-16 hours for more than the last 2 weeks. It has given new LIFE to the 15 year unused fireplace dark hole in the wall. This unit is probably my best $100 purchase this year if it continues to run. UPDATE 2: I have lowered my rating. After 3 weeks of extended use the flame intensity seems to have diminished some. I am glad I did not pay over $100. It does not look like it will last. It does have a 3 year warranty but returns are a pain including the time of waiting for a replacement.