Buying guide
Modern Flames Orion V2 Multi
vs Slim
The V2 flame experience, with two different ways to make it part of the room.
The decision
Choose the view before the wall.
We would start with Orion V2 Multi when the fireplace should open into the room: a corner visible from the dining table, or a bay that carries the fire around both ends. Choose Orion V2 Slim when the room calls for a front-facing linear fireplace and keeping the enclosure compact matters. Both belong to the V2 LCD platform. Slim is not a shortcut to an older Orion flame system.
The important distinction is what surrounds the fire. Multi gives the log bed and open ends more physical room. Slim makes a different wall project possible while keeping the V2 presentation and connected controls. Paying for Multi makes the most sense when that extra presence will be visible from the seats you actually use.
Choose Multi when…
You want open corner or bay glass, or prefer a taller firebox as the main feature of the room. You can allow for the enclosure before the wall is built.
Choose Slim when…
A front view is the intended result and you want to preserve more room depth. You still want current V2 flames, sound and Modern Flames + control.
See the difference
Look at the firebox around the flame.
Explore the V2 flame, lighting and log presentation.
V2 combines virtual LCD flames with a physical log bed and lighting. The useful question is how much of that composition you want to see in the room. Multi can expose one or both ends; Slim keeps the presentation front-facing. A sofa directly opposite the fireplace and a chair beside it will experience those choices differently.
Use the photographs to judge the enclosure and the film to explore the V2 flame presentation. Then sketch the actual seated viewpoints: opening side glass toward a wall or a rarely used passage may add little to everyday enjoyment.
Orion V2 Multi
Orion V2 Slim
The differences that matter
The same model width can make a different fireplace wall.
| Decision | Orion V2 Multi 60-inch | Orion V2 Slim 60-inch |
|---|---|---|
| Viewing arrangement | Front, left/right corner or three-sided bay | Front-facing |
| Overall appliance | 60 W × 24 5/16 H × 9 9/16 D in. | 60 W × 19 5/8 H × 6 5/16 D in. |
| Built-in reference | 59½ W × 24¾ H × 9 minimum D in.; standard built-in | 58½ W × 19⅛ H × 6½ minimum D in.; built-in method |
| Different installation methods | Bay, partial-recess and wall-mount instructions are separate | Recessed and wall-mount instructions are separate |
| Platform and everyday control | V2 LCD; included remote and Modern Flames + | V2 LCD; included remote and Modern Flames + |
| Current fireplace price | $5,499.00 | $4,999.00 |
For the built-in references above, Multi asks for 2½ inches more minimum depth and 5⅝ inches more opening height. Those are differences between the listed references, not a framing allowance to add to any existing wall. Multi’s three-sided bay uses a different opening width again: 59⅛ inches. Choose the method first, then use its complete drawing.
This is why we would not choose from a nominal 60-inch label alone. Slim may preserve the proportions you want below a television or within an existing feature wall; Multi may make better use of a taller composition. Neither choice replaces the required TV, mantel, ventilation and finishing checks.
The Hearth Outpost view
Spend on a difference the room will reveal.
Our take on Orion V2 Multi
We like Multi when the fire is intended to be an architectural feature rather than a narrow strip on the wall. Its corner and bay possibilities give the physical log bed a reason to have more space. If the installation will hide both ends, judge the taller front view on its own before paying for flexibility you will not use.
Our take on Orion V2 Slim
Slim is a considered choice when the wall and the room both benefit from a more compact enclosure. We would keep it on the shortlist even for a premium project: wanting current LCD flames and sound does not automatically mean wanting an open-sided bay.
Ratings cover the Orion V2 Multi family.
What owners say
Stacey describes rebuilding a former propane fireplace around the 60-inch V2 and finding the anchors straightforward. Getting the phone app working took more time. A 52-inch original Orion owner reported repeated loss of the flame image after a warranty replacement. Those are two quite different ownership experiences across generations.
Ratings cover the Orion V2 Slim family.
Before the wall closes
Plan the power and the everyday controls together.
Choose the installation method, finished face and viewing arrangement with the installer before framing. For Slim, a recessed installation uses a different depth reference from the built-in method shown in the table. For Multi, the standard built-in and bay opening widths differ. Neither appliance is a substitute for structural support above the opening.
The V2 manuals distinguish the base electrical arrangement from split-phase dual-heater operation. Have the electrician select the applicable supply and circuit; do not assume a control setting can deliver the higher heater output from any outlet. Multi does not include an electrical cord. These are supplemental heaters, so choose the fireplace for the view and the intended use as well as the available electrical arrangement.
Modern Flames + is the V2 app, distinct from the standard Modern Flames app used by older products. Pairing uses 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi; the setup instructions also call for Bluetooth to be enabled on the phone. The included remote and appliance controls provide another way to operate the fireplace. Bluetooth audio streaming is a separate function from Wi-Fi app control.
Both manuals describe Bluetooth audio streaming separately from app pairing. That shared feature is not a reason to pay for the Multi enclosure. The V2 controls also deserve a look before purchase: fire sounds can be adjusted, Bluetooth can play audio through the speakers, and the ember-bed effects and adaptive brightness change the presentation. Keep the brightness sensor unobstructed. We would decide whether those functions appeal to the household rather than treating a long feature list as a reason to choose the larger enclosure.
What arrives
The fire is supplied; the finished wall is a separate project.
Orion V2 Multi 60-inch
The firebox, lit log set, crushed glass, wood chips, remote and batteries are supplied, together with the listed mounting and finishing hardware. Electrical cord and optional cabinet suite are not included.
Orion V2 Slim 60-inch
The lit log set, crushed glass, wood chips, twigs, remote and batteries are supplied. The mounting bracket and built-in trim are listed installation components, used according to the selected method.
Do not buy a decorative log kit simply because a room photograph looks different. Start with the supplied V2 package, then confirm any additional media or finishing accessory against the exact model and generation. Framing, finished materials, installation labor and the site’s electrical work are separate from the appliance prices.
Shop the ranges
Continue with the exact configuration.
These cards select the 60-inch V2 fireplaces. Multi also comes in 52, 76, 100 and 120-inch models; Slim in 52, 76 and 100 inches. The dimensions above apply only to the compared 60-inch models.
Modern Flames
Modern Flames Orion V2 Multi 60-inch
Orion V2 Multi family rating
$5,499.00
V2 Multi 60-inch; lit log and listed installation components supplied. Site finishing and electrical work are separate.
Modern Flames
Modern Flames Orion V2 Slim 60-inch
$4,999.00
V2 Slim 60-inch; listed media, remote, bracket and built-in trim supplied. Select the installation method before framing.
Confidence in the purchase
Understand the appliance term and the screen term.
The Modern Flames limited warranty provides a two-year standard appliance term, with five-year coverage available through registration under the written conditions. That registration benefit is worth checking when the fireplace arrives. Integrated screens have a separate one-year term; registering does not turn that into five-year screen coverage. Keep the receipt and read the eligibility, remedy and service conditions.
Multi documents
Before ordering
Settle these details while the project is still on paper.
- Choose front-only, corner or bay viewing from the seats you use.
- Match the 60-inch drawing to the chosen built-in or recessed method.
- Confirm the electrical supply, app setup and service route.
- Keep the receipt and complete the applicable warranty registration.
Let’s find the right fit for your project.
Send the wall dimensions and a photo of the main seating positions. We can help you choose the view and identify the enclosure and electrical details to check.
Speak to an Expert
Good questions
A clearer choice.
Does Slim use an older flame system?
No. This comparison is between current V2 models. Both use the V2 platform; legacy Orion products and their app/setup instructions are separate.
Are the two 60-inch models interchangeable in one opening?
No. Their overall heights and depths and their installation references differ. Use the exact model and method drawing before framing.
Do I need my phone every time I use the fireplace?
Both include a remote and appliance controls. Modern Flames + provides additional connected operation; follow the current setup instructions for the functions you intend to use.
Does five-year registration coverage include five years for the screen?
No. The written warranty lists a separate one-year integrated-screen term. Read the full policy when comparing ownership coverage.