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The Best Fire Pits (2026)
The best fire pits of 2026: Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 and Yukon 2.0, the TIKI smokeless range, Outland propane firebowls, and two budget classics, compared on smoke, size, and fuel.
Our top picks at a glance
Best overall
Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 with StandMost patios and backyards, and anyone who wants a proper wood fire without sitting in a cloud of smoke.
Best for camping
Solo Stove Ranger 2.0Campers, small patios, and anyone who wants a smokeless fire that fits in a car boot and carries in one hand.
Best for large groups
Solo Stove Yukon 2.0 with StandLarge backyards, big gatherings, and anyone who wants the fire to be the centrepiece of the evening.
For most buyers, the Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 is the pick: a 19.5 inch smokeless wood burner that seats four to six people and cleans up easily. Campers should choose the Solo Stove Ranger 2.0, large groups should choose the Solo Stove Yukon 2.0, and anyone who wants fire at the turn of a knob should choose the Outland Firebowl 870.
The picks, ranked
| Pick | Diameter | Height | Weight | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best overallSolo Stove Bonfire 2.0 with Stand | 19.5 inches | 16.75 inches with stand | 21.75 lb | Check price |
| Best for campingSolo Stove Ranger 2.0 | 12.5 inches | 12.5 inches | 15 lb | Check price |
| Best for large groupsSolo Stove Yukon 2.0 with Stand | 27 inches | 19.8 inches with stand | 43.9 lb | Check price |
 Best modern designTIKI Social Fire Pit 20-Inch | 20 inches | - | 32 lb | Check price |
 Best large smokelessTIKI Reunion Fire Pit 27.5-Inch | 27.5 inches | 19.89 inches | 60.7 lb | Check price |
 Best patio all-rounderTIKI Patio Fire Pit 25-Inch | 25 inches | - | - | Check price |
 Best propaneOutland Living Firebowl 870 Premium | 19 inches | - | - | Check price |
 Best large propaneOutland Living Firebowl 883 Mega | 24 inches | - | - | Check price |
 Best budgetYaheetech 32-Inch Square Fire Pit Table | - | 19.5 inches with lid, 14 inches without | - | Check price |
 Best classic bowlSunnydaze Crossweave Fire Pit 36-Inch | 36 inches | 24 inches | - | Check price |
Best overall
Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 with Stand
The smokeless pick for most patios: a 19.5 inch wood burner with a stand, a removable ash pan, and very little smoke once it is going.
Strengths
- The double-wall design feeds hot air over the fire, so once it is burning well the smoke is far lower than a normal open pit.
- The removable base plate and ash pan make clean-up a lift-and-tip job instead of turning the whole pit upside down.
- At 19.5 inches across it takes standard firewood and seats four to six people, which covers most patios without dominating them.
Limitations
- It still needs dry wood and a few minutes of smoky start-up before the secondary burn kicks in.
- The steel body gets very hot and stays hot long after the flames die, so it needs a safe cool-down spot.
- A pellet adapter and a heat deflector are sold separately, which adds cost if you want either.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners say the fire burns with far less smoke than an open bowl once it gets hot
- Many praise the ash pan for turning clean-up into a quick lift-and-tip job
- Buyers like that standard firewood fits without cutting logs down to size
Common complaints
- Some owners find the first few minutes smoky before the secondary burn starts
- A few note the steel body stays hot for a long time after the flames die
- Some wish the pellet adapter and heat deflector came in the box
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 19.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Height | 16.75 inches with stand |
| Weight | 21.75 lb |
| Material | 304 stainless steel |
| Fuel | Wood |
Best for: Most patios and backyards, and anyone who wants a proper wood fire without sitting in a cloud of smoke.
Skip if: You need instant light with no firewood, or you want a pit that stays put as a permanent garden feature.
Best for camping
Solo Stove Ranger 2.0
The carry-anywhere smokeless pit: the same double-wall burn as the Bonfire in a 15 lb package with a carry case.
Strengths
- At 15 lb with a carry case included, it is the easiest pit here to take to a campsite, a beach, or a friend's garden.
- The same double-wall airflow as its bigger brothers keeps the smoke low once the fire is established.
- The removable ash pan and base plate make campsite clean-up quick, with no tipping the whole pit over.
Limitations
- The firebox is small, so standard firewood usually needs cutting down before it fits.
- It seats two to four people at most, and the heat radius is modest next to the Bonfire and Yukon.
- The stand is sold separately on this listing, so buyers who want one should check the box contents before ordering.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Campers love how easily the pit carries in one hand with the case
- Owners say the smokeless burn works well for a pit this small
- Many like that the ash pan makes campsite clean-up simple
Common complaints
- Some find the firebox too small for standard logs
- A few say the heat reaches only a small circle
- Some note the stand costs extra on this listing
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 12.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Height | 12.5 inches |
| Weight | 15 lb |
| Material | 304 stainless steel |
| Fuel | Wood |
Best for: Campers, small patios, and anyone who wants a smokeless fire that fits in a car boot and carries in one hand.
Skip if: You host more than four people, or you burn standard logs and do not want to cut them down to size.
Best for large groups
Solo Stove Yukon 2.0 with Stand
The big one: a 27 inch smokeless pit with a stand, built for six or more people and full-size logs.
Strengths
- The 27 inch firebox takes full-size logs and throws the most heat of any wood pit in this list.
- The double-wall burn keeps the smoke low even at this size, which matters when a dozen people sit around it.
- The removable ash pan and the included stand make a big pit far easier to clean and to place on a patio.
Limitations
- At 43.9 lb it is a two-person lift, and it stays where you put it for the season.
- It burns through wood noticeably faster than the Bonfire, so a big night needs a big wood pile.
- The size and the cost only make sense for large groups, and it is overkill for a couple on a small patio.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Hosts say the wide firebox warms a large group without anyone crowding in
- Owners like that full-size logs fit without cutting
- Many praise the clean burn even with a big fire going
Common complaints
- Some find the weight makes it a permanent fixture
- A few say it burns through a wood pile faster than expected
- Some feel it is too large for a small patio
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 27 inches |
|---|---|
| Height | 19.8 inches with stand |
| Weight | 43.9 lb |
| Material | 304 stainless steel |
| Fuel | Wood |
Best for: Large backyards, big gatherings, and anyone who wants the fire to be the centrepiece of the evening.
Skip if: You need to carry the pit anywhere, or your patio is small enough that a 27 inch pit would crowd it.
Best modern design
TIKI Social Fire Pit 20-Inch
The good-looking smokeless pit: black powder-coated steel, a stand, and a cloth cover in the box.
Strengths
- The black finish and the clean shape suit a styled patio far better than bare stainless steel.
- A stand and a cloth cover come in the box, so there is nothing extra to buy before the first fire.
- The removable ash base lifts out for cleaning, and the internal airflow keeps the smoke down once the fire is hot.
Limitations
- At 32 lb it is heavier than the Bonfire for a similar firebox, so it is a patio pit, not a camping pit.
- The black finish shows ash and scuffs more readily than bare steel, and it needs a wipe after use to stay smart.
- It burns TIKI wood packs best, and standard logs need to be a sensible size for the 20 inch bowl.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners say the black finish looks smart beside patio furniture
- Many like that the stand and cover arrive in the box
- Buyers praise the ash base for lifting out easily at clean-up time
Common complaints
- Some find the pit heavier than expected for its size
- A few note the black finish shows ash marks quickly
- Some wish the firebox took longer logs
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 20 inches |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25.5 x 25.5 x 17.7 inches with stand |
| Weight | 32 lb |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Fuel | Wood |
Best for: Design-led patios, and buyers who want a smokeless pit that looks like furniture rather than a steel drum.
Skip if: You want the lightest pit to carry, or you burn very large logs and need the widest firebox.
Best large smokeless
TIKI Reunion Fire Pit 27.5-Inch
TIKI's largest smokeless pit: a 27.5 inch black steel bowl with a slide-out ash pan and a weather-resistant cover.
Strengths
- The 27.5 inch bowl takes longer logs and more wood, so a big fire lasts longer between refills.
- The slide-out ash pan and the included weather-resistant cover make ownership easy for a pit that lives outside.
- The black powder-coated steel body looks deliberate on a large patio, and the slatted sides give it a finished look.
Limitations
- At 60.7 lb it is the heaviest pit in this list, and it is a permanent patio fixture, not a portable one.
- The size asks for a large patio and a large wood pile, and it dwarfs a small seating area.
- It costs as much as the Yukon while burning wood just as fast, so the extra money buys looks and the cover, not heat.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners say the large bowl holds a fire that lasts between refills
- Many like the slide-out ash pan for easy cleaning
- Buyers praise the included cover for leaving the pit outside
Common complaints
- Some find the weight makes it impossible to move alone
- A few say it dwarfs a small seating area
- Some note the slatted sides collect ash in the gaps
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 27.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Height | 19.89 inches |
| Weight | 60.7 lb |
| Material | Metal, stainless steel |
| Fuel | Wood |
Best for: Big patios and large groups who want the TIKI look at Yukon scale, with a cover for leaving it outside.
Skip if: You need to move the pit at all, or your budget stops at the mid-range smokeless pits.
Best patio all-rounder
TIKI Patio Fire Pit 25-Inch
The mid-size TIKI: a 25 inch stainless pit with a wide flat rim that doubles as a rest for drinks and plates.
Strengths
- The wide flat rim is genuinely useful, holding drinks and plates where a plain bowl leaves nothing to rest on.
- The stainless steel body and the smokeless airflow give a clean burn with less smoke than a classic open bowl.
- A stand, an ash pan, and a weather-resistant cover come in the box, so it is ready for the patio from day one.
Limitations
- The rim makes the pit wider than its firebox suggests, so it needs more patio space than the 25 inch figure implies.
- It sits between the Social and the Reunion in size, which means it is neither the most portable nor the biggest TIKI.
- The slatted sides look smart but give ash and embers more places to settle than a smooth body.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners say the wide rim is handy for resting drinks and plates
- Many like the clean burn once the fire gets hot
- Buyers praise the cover and stand coming included
Common complaints
- Some find the rim makes the pit wider than expected
- A few say the size sits awkwardly between the smaller and larger TIKI pits
- Some note ash settles in the slatted sides
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 25 inches |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Fuel | Wood |
| Included | Stand, ash pan and weather-resistant cover |
| Finish | Black |
Best for: Family patios where the pit is also the table, and buyers who want TIKI's smokeless burn at a middle size.
Skip if: You want the lightest pit, or you prefer a plain bowl without a wide rim taking up patio space.
Best propane
Outland Living Firebowl 870 Premium
The best propane pit: a 19 inch auto-ignition firebowl with a cover and carry kit, ready for patios and campsites alike.
Strengths
- Push-button auto-ignition lights the fire in seconds, with no lighter, no kindling, and no smoky start-up.
- It burns propane cleanly with no smoke and no ash, so there is nothing to sweep up afterwards.
- The cover, carry kit, lava rocks, and a 10 ft hose with regulator all come in the box, so it is complete from day one.
Limitations
- It needs a propane tank, which is bought separately and adds weight and a refill chore.
- The flame looks and feels different from a wood fire, with less crackle and no wood smell.
- The heat output suits a small circle well, but a large group will want to sit close or add a second source of warmth.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners love lighting the fire with a push of a button
- Many say the lack of smoke and ash makes weeknight fires easy
- Campers like the carry kit for taking the bowl on trips
Common complaints
- Some wish a propane tank came included
- A few say the flame lacks the feel of a wood fire
- Some find the heat suits a small circle better than a large group
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 19 inches |
|---|---|
| Heat output | 58,000 BTU |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Ignition | Push-button auto-ignition |
| Hose | 10 ft hose with regulator |
Best for: Anyone who wants fire at the turn of a knob, including campsites where wood fires are banned.
Skip if: You want the smell and crackle of real wood, or you have nowhere to store a propane tank.
Best large propane
Outland Living Firebowl 883 Mega
The big propane bowl: a 24 inch firebowl on legs with the same 58,000 BTU burner, made for larger circles.
Strengths
- The 24 inch bowl spreads the flame wider, so more people feel the heat without crowding in.
- It burns propane with no smoke and no ash, and the UV and weather-resistant cover keeps it outside between uses.
- The legs lift the bowl clear of the ground, which suits decks and patios where a low bowl would be awkward.
Limitations
- It is bigger and heavier than the 19 inch bowls, so it is less of a grab-and-go camping pit.
- It still needs a separate propane tank, and the wider bowl uses gas at the same rate as the smaller models.
- The flame is wide rather than tall, so it warms a circle well but does not throw heat as far as a tall wood fire.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners say the wide bowl spreads warmth across a larger circle
- Many like the legs for keeping the bowl clear of the deck
- Buyers praise the cover for protecting the pit between uses
Common complaints
- Some find it too bulky to carry to a campsite
- A few say the flame is wide rather than tall
- Some note the gas use is the same as the smaller bowls
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 24 inches |
|---|---|
| Heat output | 58,000 BTU |
| Fuel | Propane |
| Cover | UV and weather-resistant cover included |
| Use | Patio, backyard, camping, tailgating, deck and RV |
Best for: Larger groups who want a propane fire with a wider flame and a bigger presence than the 19 inch bowls.
Skip if: You need to carry the pit to a campsite, or you want auto-ignition in the box.
Best budget
Yaheetech 32-Inch Square Fire Pit Table
The budget square: a 32 inch metal fire pit table with a mesh lid, a cover, and a poker, that doubles as a patio table.
Strengths
- The 32 inch square top is genuinely large, giving a wide fire and a useful table surface with the lid on.
- A mesh cover and a poker come in the box, which is rare at this price, and the lid keeps embers in check.
- The square shape sits neatly against patio furniture and fences, where a round bowl wastes corner space.
Limitations
- It is a standard open fire, so it smokes like one, and there is no double-wall airflow to cut the smoke down.
- The metal mesh and frame need a cover and dry storage, or rust will show on the joints first.
- At 32 inches square it is a patio fixture, not a portable pit, and it is awkward to move once assembled.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners like the square top for fitting neatly against patio furniture
- Many say the mesh lid and poker in the box are good value
- Buyers praise the table surface when the fire is out
Common complaints
- Some find it smokes like any open fire
- A few note rust appearing at the joints without a cover
- Some say moving it takes two people and a clear path
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Size | 32 x 32 inches |
|---|---|
| Height | 19.5 inches with lid, 14 inches without |
| Material | Metal mesh and iron frame |
| Included | Mesh cover and poker |
| Use | Fire pit, patio table and ice pit |
Best for: Budget buyers who want a big square pit that also works as a table when the fire is out.
Skip if: You want a smokeless burn, or you need a pit light enough to carry to a campsite.
Best classic bowl
Sunnydaze Crossweave Fire Pit 36-Inch
The classic bowl: a 36 inch crossweave steel pit with a spark screen, a poker, and a round cover in the box.
Strengths
- The 36 inch bowl with a 31 inch fire area is the widest fire here, so it takes large logs and throws heat in all directions.
- A spark screen, a poker, and a round cover all come in the box, which is generous for a budget pit.
- The crossweave pattern looks better than a plain steel bowl, and the four legs keep it stable on a patio.
Limitations
- It is an open bowl, so it smokes freely and the wind decides where the smoke goes.
- The steel bowl and legs need a cover and dry storage, or rust will start at the welds and the feet.
- It is heavy and wide, so moving it takes two people and a clear path.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Owners say the wide bowl takes large logs easily
- Many like the spark screen for keeping embers in
- Buyers praise the pattern for looking better than a plain steel bowl
Common complaints
- Some find the smoke follows the wind
- A few note rust starting at the welds and feet
- Some say the size makes it awkward to move
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
| Diameter | 36 inches |
|---|---|
| Height | 24 inches |
| Bowl | 31 inch diameter, 11 inches deep |
| Included | Spark screen, poker and round cover |
| Fuel | Wood |
Best for: Buyers who want a big traditional fire bowl for the least money, with a spark screen for safety.
Skip if: You want low smoke, or you need a pit that packs down for camping.
How we chose
Fuel first, size second
We sorted pits by fuel before comparing anything else, because wood and propane are different evenings. Wood gives the crackle, the smell, and the big heat, but it asks for dry logs and a clean-up. Propane gives instant fire and no ash, but it needs a tank and never smells like a wood fire. Smokeless wood pits sit between the two, and we judged them on how much smoke they actually cut once burning well.
Smoke, measured honestly
Every smokeless pit here still smokes during start-up, and we said so for each one. The double-wall designs earn their place by burning much cleaner once hot, but a buyer who lights damp wood on a still evening will still get smoke. We weighted the burn quality after the first few minutes, not the first minute.
Size against the patio, not the catalogue
A 27 inch pit is a centrepiece on a large patio and a crowd on a small one, so we recorded the real footprint with stands and rims included, and the weight, so buyers know which pits move and which ones stay put. The Ranger is the only pit here that genuinely travels, and the Reunion is the only one that never should.
What comes in the box
Stands, covers, spark screens, and pokers change the real cost of a pit, so we recorded what each listing includes. A pit that needs a stand, a cover, and a poker bought separately is not the bargain its headline price suggests.
Questions, answered
What is the best fire pit for most people?
The Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0. It is 19.5 inches across, which seats four to six people, it burns wood with far less smoke than an open bowl once it is hot, and the removable ash pan makes clean-up simple. It is the middle of the range in size, weight, and cost, which is why it suits the most patios.
Are smokeless fire pits really smokeless?
Not completely. A smokeless pit uses a double wall to feed hot air over the flames, which burns off most of the smoke once the fire is hot and the wood is dry. During start-up, and with damp wood, it still smokes. The difference against an open bowl is large once the fire is established, but no wood pit is smoke-free from the first match.
Wood or propane: which should I choose?
Choose wood if you want the crackle, the smell, and the biggest heat, and you are happy to buy logs and clean ash. Choose propane if you want instant fire, no smoke, and no clean-up, or if your campsite or area bans wood fires. Propane needs a tank bought separately, and the flame never feels quite like a wood fire.