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If you’re lucky enough to have a backyard and want a centerpiece for your outdoor space, you’ll need a fire table. The best fire tables add warmth and ambiance to your garden or patioproviding a space to meet up with friends and a source of heating for outdoor movie nights or dine outside.

What are the best fire tables?

Below are some of the best fire tables you will find online. You’ll notice there’s a huge variety too – from modern, sleek fire tables to minimal, budget-friendly units. Plus, most of our picks ship fast through Amazon.

Best overall: Grand Patio Propane Fire Pit

Best Budget Pick: Bali Outdoors Gas Fire Pit

Ideal for bridges: Outland Living Fire Table

The biggest fire: Akoya Outdoor Essentials Concrete Fire Pit Table

Best Indoor/Outdoor: Table fire EcoSmart Ark 40

Better Design: EcoSmart Manhattan Fire Table 50

1. Grand Patio Outdoor Propane Fire Pit

The Grand Patio Propane Fire Pit Table is our top pick because of its performance, aesthetics, and price.

The 43-inch table is crafted from a water-resistant wicker that Grand Patio says won’t wash out after being exposed to the sun. The fire table frame is made of rust resistant steel and the top tiles are ceramic.

This fire table produces up to 45,000 BTUs of heat from a single burner, which can be hidden by tiles when not in use. This power level means that this fire table will comfortably heat five or six people seated around it.

We love that this fire table doubles as a coffee table or card table when not lit, and have only one real complaint: it doesn’t come with lava rocks, beads or a windscreen. You can get these accessories separately, but we’d rather see them as a set.

If that doesn’t bother you, the Grand Patio Fire Pit Table is a great choice.

Buy Grand Patio Propane Fire Pit Table $249.99

2. Bali Outdoors Gas Fire Pit

If you’re sprucing up your garden on a budget, you won’t find a better buy than the Bali Outdoor Gas Fire Table.

The 28-inch fire table produces heat up to 50,000 BTUs, matching the power of much larger tables. If you’re hosting a group of people, you won’t have to huddle near that fire table to feel the heat. Bali Outdoors doesn’t go into great detail about the materials it used for this fire pit beyond saying the burner is stainless steel, which is our only major complaint.

Another thing to consider is that Bali Outdoors does not bundle any accessories – including a blanket – with its fire table. That’s easier to forgive when you consider this fire table’s sub-$200 price tag. If you want these accessories, Amazon is offering a discount on a cover and windscreen if you get them together with this fire table.

If you want a basic and powerful fire table for your garden, you can’t go wrong with this one from Bali Outdoors.

Buy Bali Outdoors Gas Fire Table $179.99

3. Outland Living Fire Table

If you’re looking for a fire table that provides a higher experience, Outland Living has the right one.

It measures 44 inches long, 32 inches wide, and 23 inches high, which puts it in the mid-size class compared to the other fire tables in this guide. It is made of weather resistant resin wicker and a 0.3 inch black tempered glass plate. The fire table’s single burner is made of stainless steel that produces flames up to 50,000 BTUs when hot, and its handles and dial are made of chrome.

These deluxe materials were built to withstand some storms, which is good because Outdoor Living doesn’t include a cover. It also doesn’t include a windshield or glass cover, although all three are available separately. The company includes a 15.5-pound “Arctic Ice Decorative Glass Rock Set,” which matches the high-end look of the table.

Like the other fire tables in this guide, this one runs on a propane tank that weighs up to 20 pounds. It sits in a storage compartment accessed by removing most of the left side. Unlike those other tables, Outdoor Living left the place hollow enough for extra storage – it seems big enough to hold a second propane tank.

This table was also designed to work with a natural gas line (a conversion kit is sold separately), so you may not even need a tank if you install this table in a higher position. permed. Outland Living supplied this fire table with a pair of torches, which work with 1lb propane tanks. There is a storage space at the base of each torch to hold the tank, so you will stay safe. If you have a larger space and like the idea of ​​getting a fire pit, you may be able to upgrade it over time with optional accessories, this one gets our recommendation.

Buy Outland Living Fire Pit Table $979.00

4. Akoya Outdoor Essentials Concrete Fire Pit Table

The Akoya Outdoor Essentials Concrete Fire Pit Table is a standout piece of furniture that is likely to become the focal point of your entire backyard.

It measures just over 50 inches long and is made of fiber concrete and steel that Akoya says has been painted with a durable finish. It has a heat output of 50,000 BTUs and can run on a propane tank or natural gas (a conversion kit is required).

We love the modern aesthetic of this fire table, which will go with any of your existing patio furniture. It doesn’t seem to be part of a specific theme (a cabin, for example), which is a definite plus. It’s also great that the table comes with colored crystals, a protective cover and a concrete cover instead of requiring you to get them separately.

It is a luxury choice, but in line with other statement furniture. The materials are definitely stronger (not to mention flame resistant) than wicker. If you’re redoing your entire backyard or planning to host a lot of parties this summer, Akoya’s Outdoor Essentials Concrete Fire Table is our recommendation.

Buy Akoya Concrete Fire Pit Table $1,379.00

5. EcoSmart Ark 40 Fire Table

Do you want to take that cozy fire inside? Get this Ark 40 fire table from EcoSmart. It runs on natural gas or propane for outdoor configurations, or bioethanol for low-efficiency and suitable indoor use. If you choose to use it outdoors, definitely go with propane, which the small fire will turn into 65,000 BTUs of heat.

Besides power and fuel versatility, we think the Ark 40 does just fine in the looks department. Measuring 40 inches in diameter, the smooth, round design looks chic in almost any decor, and three color options let you customize the look to suit your tastes. The fire pit table can also be equipped with a glass spark guard, which is sold separately.

Buy EcoSmart Fire Table Ark 40 $2,995

6. EcoSmart Manhattan Fire Table 50

Here’s another great choice from EcoSmart: the Manhattan 50 fire table. Much like the Ark 40 above, the Manhattan 50 runs on propane, natural gas, or bioethanol for indoor use. It also has an equally powerful output of 65,000 BTUs (with propane or natural gas) and 20,000 BTUs with bioethanol.

One of our favorite features with the Manhattan 50 is its half-fire, half-coffee table design. This clever build means it can replace your current outdoor coffee table, as you’ll always have room for snacks, drinks and books to one side.

Another benefit of the split design is that the Manhattan 50 looks beautiful, especially in slatted teak, pictured above. The wood is also durable thanks to a water-repellent oil finish, which slows wear, and the whole piece is well sized at 50 inches long and 30 inches deep.

Buy EcoSmart Manhattan Fire Table 50 $3,245

How do fire tables work?

The best fire tables are larger than fire pits and use a hidden fuel tank (usually propane) attached to a burner to operate, rather than burning wood. The tank is hidden under the table and connected to the burner by a pipe.

To start the table, you press the button on an electric starter and turn a dial to control the intensity of the flame. If you’ve ever used a propane grill, you’ll be familiar with the process.

How to Choose the Best Fire Table

There are many factors to consider when choosing the right fire table for you; below are the most important ones, which we considered while researching this list.

Cut: Fire tables come in square or rectangular shapes, and the ones we picked for this guide are between 28 and 56 inches long. We also made sure to include square and rectangular options. Fire tables are larger than fire pits, but you don’t need to take up space in the yard to store wood, which can become unusable for a while after rain. Instead, you can light up the table in minutes and be ready to hang out with your guests.

Sustainability: Fire tables are large and quite heavy, which means you will probably keep them outside for one or more seasons. We made sure that the fire tables we chose were made with materials that should withstand rain or come with a cover.

heat production: In the United States, the heat of the flames is measured in BTU (British Thermal Units). The fire pits we’ve chosen range from 38,000 BTUs to 65,000 BTUs, which is enough to keep you warm when you’re around the fire.

storage tank: All the fire tables in this guide have a space to hold the fuel tank under them and are equipped with a tube to easily attach them. Keep in mind that you will need to get the fuel tank separately.