Let me tell you about my new fireplace bestie - the SkyTech Smart Batt remote. When my old unit gave up after years of service, I was dreading the installation process. But surprise! This little gadget had me up and running faster than my fireplace heats up the room.

The flip cover gives it such a premium feel - like opening a tiny laptop just to adjust my fireplace. The LCD display is crystal clear, showing both temperature and time. I love how it automatically switches between °F and °C when my Canadian relatives visit.

Installation was shockingly simple. The wiring diagram might as well have been labeled 'For Dummies' - color-coded and foolproof. Pairing took literally seconds. Now I can adjust the thermostat from my couch while binge-watching shows, which is dangerous for my productivity but amazing for comfort.

The programmable thermostat is genius. I set it to warm the living room before my morning coffee ritual, and the 9-hour countdown timer ensures I never accidentally leave it on overnight (though that flame icon is so cute I sometimes want to).

My only tiny gripe? Having to open the cover for adjustments feels slightly less convenient than touch controls would be - but then again, it probably saves battery life (which lasts forever, by the way). For anyone with a Heat-N-Glo fireplace debating between professional installation or DIY - trust me, if this 73-year-old reviewer could do it in 20 minutes, so can you!