Fire pits are charming and romantic. Until the smoke follows you wherever you sit. Until you see how much air pollution our fascination with fire causes.
Until you have a fire on your hands that wants to burn for ten hours. And so forth and so on.
You can have your fire and enjoy it too with these 6 alternatives to the traditional fire pit. Better yet, each of these can be found on Amazon for easy shopping.
1. Bonfire, by Solo Stove
There’s a lot about Bonfire to love. Aside from the fact that you get a good-looking fire, you don’t have any smoke to deal with.
Instead of constantly dodging a column of eye-stinging smoke, you get to sit in one place beside the dancing flames and stay there.
The holes in the stainless steel double-wall structure are strategically placed to draw air in from the bottom and feed the heated oxygen to the top, creating a remarkable secondary burn. Cleanup and mess becomes minimal with that kind of an efficient burn. The level of efficiency reached by this unit means there are no more half-burned logs to take care of.
Now, this unit does burn wood but goes about it so much better than a traditional fire pit.
The stainless steel structure also makes your fire portable. Your fire pit can literally be picked up and moved wherever you want it to be.
One buyer remarked at how there were no embers blowing around after he had bought his and gave it a test run. He had discovered the burner by being out camping and trying to get a fire going.
His fire would barely stay lit, while the people just across the campground had a raging fire going that wouldn’t let up for anything. Curious, he got in close to take a look and did a Google search based on the logo that was embossed on the stainless steel drum. The rest is history.
Specs
- Material: 304 stainless steel
- Weight 15 lbs.
- Height: 12.5 inches
- Top Width: 13 inches
- Bottom width: 13 inches
Price $249.99
Best used for: Taking camping, campfire foods.
Purchase: Here
2. Pop-Up Fire Pit with Heat Shield
Do you ever worry about the fire from a fire pit going exploring, wandering places it shouldn’t? This innovative Pop-up pit brings safety to the barbeque in unexpected ways.
The simple engineering allows the pop-up pit to be set up in just a minute without calling for any tools at all.
The fire burns on a stainless steel catch-all mesh which allows the fire to get a perfect airflow. The fire gets brighter and hotter with virtually no smoke to dodge or make your clothes smell.
This isn’t a tiny setup: It can hold up to 125 lbs of weight without the ash being allowed to tumble through.
You won’t have to worry about this pop-up pit getting you on the wrong side of the law. It boasts a burn area of 576 square inches, an elevated base, and 3.5-inch sides, which means that the Pop-Up Fire Pit exceeds regulations for fire pans.
The elevated design means no more burn marks on the ground. It’ll be like you were never even there.
One buyer had planned several river trips that would involve setting up camp, but local regulations demanded that fires be made without leaving a trace of the burning. Purchasing this pop-up fireplace turned out to be the most practical and affordable solution. His use of the fire pit went beyond the river trips.
It turned out to be usable around the home and on future outings.
Specs
- Fully foldable
- Weight 15 lbs.
- Height: 24 inches
- Bottom width: 24 inches
- Includes its own carry bag
Price $179.99
Best used for: Taking camping, campfire foods.
Purchase: Here
3. OKVAC 28” Propane Gas Fire Pit Table
This puppy breaks the trend of what we’ve listed so far. this one is fueled by propane. It’s a generous 28 inches of smoke-free warmth that can offer heat output up to 50,000 BTU. This means stable and plentiful warmth in the coldest of winters.
The propane fuel source promises that the fire and the heat are stable and environment-friendly. Fire is romantic. Smoke, not so much.
Just in case you’re very sensitive about fire safety, there is a safety valve to make sure you’re covered. The table has a CSA certification. The powder-coated stainless steel is sturdy and heat-resistant.
Delicate, careful craftsmanship ensures smooth edges to prevent accidental scratches. The table cover is waterproof and durable, protecting the fire pit from rain or snow.
You can get your fire going several ways. The table utilizes auto-ignition and electronic ignition both.
Assembly of the fire pit doesn’t call for any tools.
The fire pit table has room for more than just fire. The generous 28-inch table has room for drinks and snacks around the edge, making this the perfect addition to any family gathering or camping trip. This table is just waiting to make itself at home in any outdoor space like a backyard, garden, courtyard, terrace, or balcony.
This table looks just as good as the fires it can make.
Specs
- Weight 15 lbs.
- Height: 28 inches
- Bottom width: 28 inches
- heat output up to 50,000 BTU
Price $184.99
Best used for: Home garden use.
Purchase: Here
4. 32″ Metal Firepit
You can have a good outdoor fire without scorching the ground and risking a nearby fire hazard.
This stainless steel fire pit carries the flames above the ground, so you can feel safe about where you set up your fire for the evening.
The 32-inch by 32-inch space for the fire isn’t going to force you to make do with an itty bitty flame. The square shape also ensures stability, and keeps the fire a generous 14 inches off of the ground.
When there isn’t a fire going, this metal fire pit is pleasant to look at by itself. The sturdy design boasts a stylized flame cut-out pattern. The design also allows consistent, unobstructed airflow.
The safety of this burner is taken a step further with a protective fire screen lid to prevent sparks and burning embers from escaping. Provided tools allow safe poking of the fire and removal of the screen.
Price $140.99
Best used for: Home garden use.
Purchase: Here
5. Outland Firebowl 893 Deluxe Outdoor Portable Propane Gas Fire Pit with Cover ; Carry Kit
This portable propane fire pit is the ticket to a flawless and mess-free campfire. No more dirty ashes and expensive firewood. Oh yeah, smoke? No need to anticipate that either.
Get your mesmerizing centerpiece of warm campfire ambience set up for any camping trip, family evenings, get-togethers, RV travels and beach parties.
With all that this fire pit has to offer visually, it still manages to be practical. It remains lightweight and easy to carry around and sets up in a jiffy with no need for tools.
You won’t have to worry about the elements. The fire bowl is sturdy and will stand up to the weather. It delivers a robust and smoke-free flame resulting in a gorgeous evening ambiance.
The 58,000 BTU per hour will cut the chill out of any evening from the generous 19″x19″ fireplace.
Is there a campfire ban in your locale? This unit is your means of beating regulations and campfire bans, but err on the side of caution and check the fire regulations in place in your area.
The propane fire is spark-free which helps protect forested areas and campgrounds.
Of course, you’re getting more than just a fire with this setup. Your purchase includes a cover and carry kit, 10 ft. of hose to store your typical 20 lb propane cylinder. The variable regulator with the nice chrome knob will change the height of the flames and you also get a set of natural lava rocks made to enhance the flickering effect of the flames.
The materials that have gone into making this burner ensure that it’s going to be usable for a very long time: The high-quality steel with a hardy enamel finish will give this burner a long life to make many memories and share many stories among loved ones.
The beauty of it is that you’re not limited to any one location. The magic can be made wherever you want to carry this burner.
Price $149.99
Best used for: Home garden use.
Purchase: Here
6.Pyramid Firepits Outdoor Triangle Fire Pit
This is the most expensive fire pit alternative we’ve chosen to list, but once you get a good look at it, you’ll see that it’s worth considering.
The design makes this pit pleasant to look at with or without a fire. The design is just as sturdy and versatile as it is striking.
Do you want a wood fire? You can do that. Do you want a gas fire? You can do that too, propane or natural gas. The design includes openings for airflow to wood fires and places for piping for gas fires. This is the most flexible fire bowl you’ve seen yet.
The visuals on this bowl make it look like something out of a modern art gallery, and this makes it elevate whatever space you put it in, whether it’s your patio, backyard, garden or deck. This bowl is just begging for a good fire and good company to gather around and make memories.
One buyer remarked at an unexpected benefit to the stainless steel design. As the metal heated up, it dried out the wood further, making it even easier to burn. He remarked that it was the best Father’s Day gift he had ever received.
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All the best
Steve
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