The tabletop fireplace from Falkenwerk made a good impression in our test. The tabletop fireplace has two interchangeable combustion cham bers and can be used for a very long time by replacing the two combustion chambers. In addition to the two combustion chambers, the product is also supplied with two different types of stone , so that the table fireplace is also visually appe aling.
Care has also been taken to ensure that the customer can easily replace the firebox using a pair of tongs. Unfortunately, as is usual with products in this category, no fuel paste is included in the set, which is why you have to buy it from the supermarket or DIY store.
However, this is complaining on a high level, as Falkenwerk attaches great importance to the quality and usability of its products.
Advantages
✅High-quality glass
✅Optically appealing design
✅Many accessories
✅Stones do not fall easily into the combustion chamber
Disadvantages
❌No firing agent included in the scope of delivery
The test
General information
We have looked at and tested the product in detail in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. The product is subjected to our test procedure from the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum possible number of points per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weightings. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
The packaging and labelling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Article was packed compactly – less use of film | 94 points |
| Product labelling | Product labelling available | 95 points |
| Miscellaneous | High-quality packaging, also suitable as a gift | 100 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Falkenwerk table fireplace was delivered in the typical Amazon box. The box was undamaged and could be opened without any tools by removing the adhesive tape.
The box contained the table fireplace, which was not unnecessarily wrapped in plastic film . Parts requiring protection such as glass elements were wrapped in cardboard and small parts were partly wrapped in normal plastic bags or bubble wrap .
Although this packaging method is unusual, it was effective and the product was delivered without damage.
The packaging method demonstrates a strong identification with the product and care is taken to avoid unnecessary packaging waste caused by plastic film.
The manufacturer has come up with a very good packaging concept .
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the pack complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Table fireplace including 2 combustion chambers and two types of stone as decoration – unfortunately no fuel paste or ethanol | 93 points |
| Instructions for use | Written in German, easy to understand | 93 points |
| Contact information | Can be found in the instructions – unfortunately no customer hotline | 90 points |
| Total | 92 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After receiving the package, we first had to check which items were included. The package contains the base on which the glass is placed, a lid including a rod to extinguish the flame, two different sets of stones for decoration as well as two combustion chambers, tongs for replacing the chambers and a holder for the combustion chambers. An additional ceramic mat was also supplied, which you can cut to size yourself and insert into the combustion chamber once the insert is worn out.
Unfortunately, the set does not include any fuel paste or ethanol and you have to buy this in the supermarket. The reference for this was already on the Amazon page, which is why the fuel paste could be purchased in advance in a supermarket.
The contact information can be found on the box and in the instructions for use.
If you read the instructions carefully, you will realise that the burning time per combustion chamber is around 120 minutes .
Nevertheless, this is a very attractive way of packaging a product.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Beautiful, simple design – very modern in black colour tones | 100 points |
| Processing | No unpolished edges, good workmanship | 95 points |
| Stability | Stability of the glass very good, stability of the base also very good | 93 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No reference to sustainability, packaging method very sustainable | 83 points |
| Total | 93 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking the product, the main focus of this step was on how the tabletop fireplace feels and how high-quality the materials used are.
Thanks to its discreet, black design, the Falkenwerk tabletop fireplace has a very high-quality appearance and can be integrated very well into most modern households. In addition to the good workmanship of the product, the stability of the glass and the base are particularly impressive .
In addition to these aspects, the manufacturer has also ensured that the packaging is designed to be very sustainable.
Only those items were wrapped in plastic where no other form of packaging would have made sense.
Overall, the product looks very high quality and is characterised by elegant shapes.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Specified burning time | With a burning time of over 110 minutes, the burning time does not exactly match the specifications (with fuel paste) | 85 points |
| Replacing the combustion chamber | Simple replacement possible | 94 points |
| Heat transfer to materials | Hardly any heat transfer to the base -> Nevertheless, we recommend placing something underneath to be on the safe side. | 93 points |
| Usability | Good usability, no stone fell into the combustion chamber during the test, as there is a trough in which the stones can be placed | 93 points |
| Extinguishing the flame | Extinguishing the flame with the supplied rod is easy | 100 points |
| Total | 93 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Once the combustion chamber has been filled, nothing stands in the way of a cosy fire in a dark room or at dusk.
Filling the combustion chamber is more difficult depending on the form of bio ethanol used, as the bio ethanol sponge must first be positioned correctly so that the flames can be recognised.
On the positive side, extinguishing the flame and replacing the combustion chamber is easy thanks to the tongs supplied.
A particularly positive feature is that no stones have fallen into the combustion chamber, as the height difference is large enough and the stones do not slip.
Compared to other tabletop fireplaces, we particularly noticed that there is hardly any heat conduction to the base and that it only has a low temperature. Nevertheless, we recommend placing something underneath to prevent heat-sensitive materials from being damaged. The specified burn time in our test is 115 minutes.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also analyse consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good price for very good quality | 93 points |
| Rating cut | 4.4 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 70 points |
| Total | 82 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.4 stars. One criticism is that the burning time is slightly less than specified. Many customers like the fact that it is very decorative and very reasonably priced. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the design is very modern and that the burning time was not as specified. Nevertheless, the burning time was only missed by 10 minutes – if you compare the specified burning time with other competitors, it is significantly higher.
Prices of up to €119.99 are charged on the internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €26.99. With a price of €49.99, the Falkenwerk table fireplace is currently in the middle price segment. The price ratio is reasonable for the quality and the scope of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labelling | 15% | 97 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 15% | 92 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 93 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 30% | 93 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer reviews | 20% | 82 points |
| Total | 86 points |
The Falkenwerktabletop fireplace therefore receives an overall score of 1.5 from us and has thus been successfully certified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 10/22 and is listed in our database under the licence number 220922001. You can find more information about our test procedure at www.prüfengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,5
