Sitting by a fire on a winter’s evening is simply the best. The right gas fire pit will make it easy — and elevate your backyard into everyone’s favorite gathering spot.
Gas fire pits became wildly popular during the pandemic, as people started looking for things to do at home, especially outdoors. We’ve rounded up the best options for every budget.
This eye-catching design from Fire Sense features a bronze finish cast-aluminum exterior that hides a 20-pound tank inside the frame. The tabletop features a flat surface with a unique hand-hammered look.
In the center of this tabletop, a round burner cover is easily removed to reveal a 50,000 BTU stainless steel burner and gorgeous sparkling fire glass. At 44 inches in diameter, this fire table stands 23 inches high. We’re especially enamored with the completely flat tabletop that allows you to use it regularly as a stunning patio table. When evening comes, you can remove the inner center of the tabletop, and crank on the fire.
This is a truly elegant option that’s easy to assemble and easy on the eyes as well. We are seeing that you may want to purchase additional fire glass for the bowl as the amount that comes with this is a little on the scant side.
If a rustic fire doesn’t fit your vibe, maybe you’d prefer the chic elegance of this sleek and modern concrete fire table. This beauty is big at 70 by 24 inches, and 24 inches tall. It uses a standard 20-pound tank to deliver 50,000 BTUs of heat, although this table is designed a bit differently as the tank doesn’t fit inside the table itself. It connects via a separate hose, and the tank holder must be ordered separately.
While that may seem like a downside, the upside is that you can connect this table to your home’s natural gas and eliminate a tank altogether. Cast from lightweight fiber concrete, the table weighs in at 200 pounds, so you’ll want to think about placement from the get-go. It comes with 30 pounds of fire crystals and you can select from five different color options.
This setup includes a stainless steel fire pit lid as well as a protective cover for the entire piece. While you’ll need to have a substantially sized space for this table to fit, if you love the concrete look but you need a smaller table, you might like this 42-inch rectangular fire table with a similar aesthetic but smaller size. This 42-inch square gas fire table is another stunner that’s perfect for creating an intimate conversation area.
Have you been searching for a low-profile gas fire pit for your patio or yard? This 35 inch square option from Best Choice Products stands just 12 inches tall, and it comes with a clever side table that can be placed over the top of your 20 pound propane tank as well as giving you a convenient place to set your drinks and food while you’re enjoying the flames.
A simple turn of the knob will ignite flames into the lava rocks and give this fire pit a warm and cozy allure. The elegant pieces are made of durable magnesium oxide with a concrete-style finish to look beautiful in any backyard setting. The fire pit has a stainless steel burner that puts out 40,000 BTUs of heat. The fire pit comes with a weather-resistant pit cover; however, the side table does not.
The lava rocks are included, and according to this article, they’re an ideal medium for fire pits because you never have to worry about them exploding while being heated, while river rocks pose a threat because they often have porous surfaces that contain water which could cause them to explode in a fire pit.
While most gas fire pits and fire tables feature mostly rectilinear shapes, we love the switch-up with this Akoya gas fire bowl table that would absolutely be the conversation piece in your backyard. This modern concrete fire bowl is 42 inches across and features a 50,000 BTU burner to keep everyone toasty who sits anywhere near it.
This beauty is made for either a stand-alone tank but would look best if it was directly piped into a location on the patio. It comes with 40 pounds of glass fire crystals (multiple colors are available) and a fireguard that keeps flames consistent, even when the breeze kicks up. It also comes with a protective color so you can keep it pristine even while it’s out in the weather, as well as a stainless steel lid for the burner which allows you to easily use the table without a fire.
Akoya has another 42 inch round fire table with a distinctly different look. While our featured fire table is bowl-shaped, this one is flat and round, so it’s great if you’re looking for a design that’s modern, but a bit more straightforward.
Smokeless, ashless, and elegant, this 44 inch gas fire pit table from U-MAX is the perfect way to set up a warm and welcoming conversation area on your patio or porch. It features a push-button spark ignition system that makes starting the flame simple and safe. The frame of this gas fire pit table is made of powder-coated aluminum, which is sturdy, rust-resistant, and heat resistant. It also has adjustable feet.
The table exterior is made of all-weather PE rattan which can stand up to rain and stay colorfast and durable. The tabletop is a stunner with black smoked glass that features a tempered glass wind guard. The flame area features ocean blue decorative glass stones, which are included as part of the kit. A side out slide reveals an interior frame that has a tank ring to secure your propane tank.
This set up also includes a burner lid that allows you to use the burner area as a convenient tabletop, a waterproof firepit cover, a pre-attached 2.4 foot hose and regulator, and an accessories bag that has everything you’ll need to get your home fires burning quickly and safely. It puts out 50,000 BTU of heat. You can also get this fire pit table in a 32-inch size with all the same cool features and accessories as the large one.
If you love gas fire pits with stone tops, you’ll love the Bali Outdoors rectangular gas fire table. This pretty option is a 42 inch long piece that has a gray slate stone tabletop, and a stamped steel base. The narrow 24 inch profile means you can easily accommodate it on smaller decks and patios.
The tabletop features six independently placed slate tiles, and stands a little over 24 inches tall. Because the tiles are removable, you can actually change them out and customize the top with tiles of your own selection at any time. With a 60,000 BTU stainless steel burner, even the chilliest evenings will be toasty sitting next to this.
This fire pit comes with 15 pounds of blue fire glass stones, and a convenient insert that fits over the top of the burner allows for a completely flat surface that’s perfect for food and drinks. This fire pit comes with a hose and regulator, but as with most, you’ll need to provide your own 20 pound tank.
If you’re looking for something on a smaller scale than a big gas fire pit table, this cool fire bowl is a way to introduce the warmth of flames to spaces small and large. The features a rustic stacked brown ledgestone appearance with a faux rose marble fire bowl on top, but is lightweight, easy to move around, and made for outdoor use.
The side cover simply slips out and allows for a standard 20 pound propane tank (which you’ll need to purchase separately) to fit inside. With pulse ignition, it’s easy to get started and a control knob lets them adjust the flame to their height preference. It provides 40,000 BTUs of natural warmth. It comes with natural lava rock to fill the fire bowl and those stones create a unique and mesmerizing look.
This fire column comes with a protective cover to protect the bowl, lava rock, and burner from the elements when not in use. At 20 inches square and a little over 29 inches tall, it fits well between two chairs or could make a great way to define the staircase to their porch or patio.
If you’ve grown accustomed to a gas fire pit at home, there’s no question you’re going to want one when you’re camping, and the Outland Firebowl is the ideal option to stow and go. Although it’s equally great to use in your backyard, this fire pit alleviates the worry of ending up at a campsite without a fire area or one that has the fire pit placed too far from the table and your tent.
This 19-inch fire pit puts out a whopping 58,000 BTUs of heat, so you’ll stay warm wherever you happen to be. The low profile design actually increases the functional heat radius while the Helios burner technology ensures a fuller and more natural flame. This features an all-weather fire bowl that delivers a clean and smokeless flame. It comes with 4.4 pounds of lava rock to enhance the ambiance and hide the stainless steel burner.
A pre-attached ten foot hose connects right to your 20 pound propane tank. You don’t even need any tools to set it up. It also features a knob so you can adjust the flame height depending on your location. Be sure to snag the carry kit to make taking this fire pit everywhere a snap.
This gas fire pit from Endless Summer is affordable, and thanks to its small size, it’ll also fit even a small apartment balcony.
At 11.81 by 11.81 inches, this fire tower stands 27.56 inches tall. The decorative brown finish faux-stone base cleverly conceals a 16 ounce LP propane tank (not included) making it an attractive accent piece. This fire pit features a 10,000 BTU stainless steel burner and comes with brown fire glass to enhance the look. The burner is lit with a match, so it should be done by an adult.
Weighing in at just 29.5 pounds, you can easily move it around to fit your space. Best of all, since it’s so very affordable, you could get two and use them as a dramatic way to mark the entrance to your outdoor living spaces.
The Outland Living Espresso Brown Fire Table puts out 50,000 BTUs of heat, making it super warm to gather around, while its attractive “wicker” siding hides a standard 20-pound propane tank.
The black tempered glass bordering the fire stones reflects the flames, further adding to the ambiance. The glass border is plenty wide to set a drink or dish, making this the perfect gathering place for cocktails or meals.
The push-button ignition makes it easy to light (without the need for matches), and the aluminum body is built to withstand the elements. This fire table will be an attractive gathering spot on your patio for years to come.
When you’re looking for a sleek and modern way to enjoy a fire on the patio, but you don’t want an impossibly heavy fire table, the Bali Outdoors gas fire pit is an ideal option for all seasons. This fire pit pumps out 50,000 BTU with a stainless steel burner, and an efficient ignition device. A simple switch control on the table’s side makes it easy to adjust the flame height.
This table actually comes with lava rocks, not the blue rocks you see in the picture. (You can purchase those separately and add them, however.)
It fits a standard 20 pound propane tank, and the table itself weighs under 50 pounds, making it easier to move around than some other options on this list.
A gas fire pit encourages us to gather on the patio, and linger over good food and great conversation. We've found the best models for every design style and budget.
