The Dimplex Ignite Evolve® is a linear electric fireplace designed for indoor and outdoor spaces, delivering ultra-realistic flames with multi-tonal tumbled glass and lifelike driftwood. Available in sizes from 50" to 100", it creates a customizable focal point for living rooms, patios, and entertainment areas.

How The Dimplex Ignite Evolve 100" Compares To Other Electric Fireplace Options

Homeowners evaluating the largest linear electric fireplaces usually face this question: should I get the Ignite Evolve 74" for a mid-size room, this 100" flagship for a wide feature wall, or the Ignite Bold 88" for its mirror-effect depth and multi-directional installation?

Here's the honest comparison:

Feature Dimplex Ignite Evolve 74" ($4,199.99) Dimplex Ignite Evolve 100" ($4,934.99) Dimplex Ignite Bold 88" ($4,999)
Flame Technology Multi-Fire XD flame effect, 7 color themes Multi-Fire XD flame effect, 7 color themes Multi-Fire flame technology with mirror-effect depth
Fireplace Width 74 in. 100 in., widest in the Evolve lineup 88 in.
Decorative Media Tumbled glass in amber, charcoal, and white, plus driftwood molded from real logs Same expanded media package Acrylic crystals and driftwood
Design Style Complements both modern and traditional spaces Complements both modern and traditional spaces Primarily modern, bold statement piece
Ambient Light Sensor Yes, automatically adjusts brightness Yes, automatically adjusts brightness Not specified
Installation Flexibility Fully recessed in 2x6 wall, partially recessed in 2x4 with trim kit Same flexible recessed installation Front-facing, corner, or bay in one unit
Indoor/Outdoor Rated Rated for indoor and select covered outdoor spaces Rated for indoor and select covered outdoor spaces Rated for both indoor and outdoor installations
Best Suited For Mid-to-large rooms and media walls Very wide feature walls, expansive living rooms Rooms needing corner or bay installation flexibility

Why The Dimplex Ignite Evolve 100" Is Worth The Investment

This isn't just an electric fireplace, it's the widest unit in the Ignite Evolve lineup, built with the same expanded decorative media and adaptive design language as the smaller models, scaled to command the largest feature walls.

The Ignite Evolve 100" specifically addresses the needs of homeowners with expansive living rooms or wide media walls who want realistic, textured flame presentation without committing to an exclusively modern design statement.

Texture And Realism At Maximum Scale. Multi-tonal tumbled glass in amber, charcoal, and white, paired with driftwood molded from real logs, creates layered texture and depth across the full 100" width, giving even the largest feature walls a natural, traditional fire appearance rather than a flat wall of light.

Built For Adaptable Installation

Fully recesses into a 2x6 wall or partially recesses into a 2x4 wall when paired with the optional trim kit

The edgeless design installs without trim right up to stone, brick, and other solid wall finish materials

Rated for indoor use and select covered outdoor living spaces when installed according to the manual

Engineered For Consistent Ambiance And Control

An ambient light sensor automatically adjusts brightness to match the room's lighting conditions throughout the day

Five flame speed settings and seven flame color themes allow the display to be tailored to mood or occasion

Flames operate independently from the heater, allowing year-round use with or without supplemental warmth

Real Savings

Flame-only operation avoids running the heater outside of heating season, keeping energy use down

The ambient light sensor reduces the need for manual brightness adjustments throughout the day

Flexible 2x6 or 2x4 wall installation reduces the framing changes needed compared to fixtures with rigid installation requirements

Free shipping and no sales tax through Summit Forge Supply keeps the total cost down compared to buying elsewhere and paying tax and freight separately

The Bottom Line Homeowners with expansive living rooms or wide feature walls who want a realistic, textured flame display that works in both modern and traditional spaces can't get that scale and warmth from a fireplace built purely for a bold, contemporary statement. The Dimplex Ignite Evolve 100" is built with tumbled glass and driftwood media, adaptive brightness control, and flexible wall installation, so it commands attention across the widest walls while still delivering genuine realism. For anyone anchoring a large-scale living space, this is the fireplace built to fill it.

  • Comfort$aver® heating system delivers on-demand supplemental warmth with precise temperature control.
  • Multi-Fire® flame effect with 7 flame themes and customizable media lighting modes.
  • Edgeless, fully recessed design with mirrored glass backer for enhanced depth and seamless installation.
  • Outdoor certified construction with smart self-diagnostics for reliable long-term performance.

Key Technical Specifications

  • Voltage 120/240 V

  • BTU 5118/8530

  • Adjustable Flame Speed Yes

  • Adjustable Brightness Yes

  • Timer Yes

  • Size 100"

  • Product Width(in) 101.42

  • Product Height (in) 16.5

  • Warranty 5 yr limited

  • Power Source Electric

  • Heat Vent location Front

  • Display Type LED

  • Remote Control Yes

  • Front Glass Type Tempered


All Ignite Evolve 100" Linear Electric Fireplace Specifications

  • Decibels 55

  • Element Type Ceramic

  • Battery Size in Remote Control CR2032

  • Battery Technology in Remote Control Lithium Ion

  • Light bulb Type LED

  • Cut Out Wall Dimensions - Height (in) 16

Useful Downloads

Sell Sheet (EN) Download
EVO100 - Technical Specifications (EN) Download
Owners Manual (EN · FR · ES) Download
Service Manual (EN) Download

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