Best Fire Bowls For 2024
Our Top 10 Favorite Fire Pit Bowls
“Buzz!” A new text message. “Ping!” A new slack message. “Beep!” There’s that pesky email that never seems to quit. With all the notifications, emails, texts, calls, slacks - you get the point - it feels impossible to have a moment of serenity.
In a world filled with distractions and the latest and greatest, it's the simple pleasures that ground us. Like enjoying laughs around an outdoor fire pit with family. There is a certain lull of a fire that can’t be replicated. After all, your home is your sanctuary, so it's only right that you create places to connect with yourself and your loved ones.
A fire bowl is an excellent addition to any outdoor space that will transform a cold, empty backyard into a warm (literally) and inviting hang-out space.
At Fire Pit Surplus, we are here to help you create the backyard of your dreams. That’s why we put together this list of the best fire bowls. Whether you’re a homeowner looking for a certain fuel source or an interior designer shopping for your newest project, we will help you find the best fire bowl so that you can create memories around the fire.
Best Propane Fire Bowl: PyroMania Fire Shangri-La Round Concrete Fire Pit
What We Love About It:
The PyroMania Fire Shangri-La Fire Table is one of our all-time favorites for a number of reasons. Most propane fire bowls require the use of an external propane tank. But who wants to look at an ugly propane tank next to their brand new fire bowl? Well, that’s why we offer propane tank covers. These add-on accessories fit over a standard 20 lb propane tank so that you keep your backyard looking simple and clean. Most brands only offer one shape for their propane tank covers, but PyroMania allows you to choose from a rounded propane tank cover or a square one - we are all about options here! Customers also love its easy-to-operate design. All you need is a AA battery and a propane tank and you can get your Shangri-La fire bowl up and running in minutes.
Pros:
- Homeowners can choose between light gray (slate finish) or dark gray (charcoal) finish
- Protective accessories like glass windscreen and burner cover were designed for this model (sold separately)
- Free canvas cover and lava rock included with your purchase
Cons:
- We can’t find any!
Best Concrete Fire Bowl - Prism Hardscapes Moderno 5 PH-426
What We Love About It:
The Prism Hardscapes Moderno 5 Concrete Gas Fire Pit is one of our favorite fire pits for a few reasons. First, it's made in the USA from high-quality concrete, so you know it's built to last. Plus, you can choose from five different colors to match your patio furniture or backyard décor. But our favorite feature is the noteworthy heat output. At 65,000 BTUs you’ll be able to enjoy your outdoor space even as the temperatures drop. Whether you're roasting marshmallows with the kids or enjoying a glass of wine around the fire with friends, the Prism Hardscapes Moderno 5 Concrete Gas Fire Pit is sure to make your outdoor space more enjoyable.
Pros:
- Can light the fire pit in 3 easy steps with the manual ignition
- Solid construction
Cons:
- Some customers have said that the flame height is a bit too high for their liking but the flame height is adjustable so just change it to where you like
Best Outdoor Fire Bowl - The Outdoor Plus Sedona Concrete Fire Bowl
What We Love About It:
The Sedona Fire Bowl is one of the best outdoor fire bowls on the market. Designed and manufactured in Ontario, CA, these fire bowls are “heavy-duty and high quality” our customers' words, not ours! Because the Sedona fire pit is made-to-order, you have the option to upgrade the fire bowl to suit your needs. With a remote control timer and electronic ignition, you could have your outdoor fire bowls ignite every night at 7 PM with the flip of a switch! Perfect to set the mood for nighttime swims. Speaking of swimming, the Sedona Concrete Fire Bowl is a hit amongst landscape designers. They love how you can purchase the outdoor fire bowls in sets and place them around your pool area, your outdoor oasis awaits… Looking for inspo? Check out this recent project.
Pros:
- Customizable, so you have the option to spend more on features or keep it simple
- Great size to put around the pool
- The clean design matches many outdoor spaces
- They’re made to order, so you might have to wait a few weeks for the Sedona to be finished in production before it ships out to you. If you’re curious about current lead times, chat with us or email Support@Firepitsurplus.com!
Best Natural Gas Fire Bowl - Elementi Lunar Bowl Fire Pit
What We Love About It:
Making the list as our top pick for the best natural gas fire bowl is the Elementi Lunar Bowl Fire Pit. It's a stylish and affordable fire pit that will add a touch of elegance to any outdoor space. We love that it easily adapts to almost any home's existing gas line. This natural gas fire bowl was designed with a hollow base so the gas connection can occur underneath the fire pit. The benefit to this is a double whammy - you get a beautiful fire bowl without any unsightly hoses and remove a potential tripping hazard. But our favorite part about the Elementi Fire Bowl is the high-end aesthetic! It resembles fire bowls from RH but at a quarter of the price. Who doesn’t love a good deal?!
Pros:
- Excellent value for the price
- The smooth concrete finish is beautiful
- Push-Button Spark Ignition system is a plus
- No color options at this time
Best Ethanol Fire Bowl - Ecosmart Pod 40 Fire Table
What We Love About It:
- It’s a great alternative for homeowners or interior designers who don’t have the option to do natural gas and want to avoid the look of an external propane tank. With this ethanol fire pit, you fill the burner directly with the bioethanol fuel and light it - no need for external fuel sources outside the canister.
- The assembly manuals are detailed and easily to follow so you can start enjoying your fire pit sooner.
Ethanol fire bowls are ideal for homeowners who don’t want the hassle of a natural gas installation but want to maintain a chic design without the need for an external propane tank. The EcoSmart Pod 40 Fire Bowl is a one step process that uses eco-friendly bioethanol fuel to light your fire. No need for external sources or additional tools, just fill it up and enjoy! But wait, there’s more! Ethanol fire bowls have tons of benefits. They’re eco-friendly, easy to use, and can be placed indoors or outdoors. Pro tip: if you live near the beach or in a windy area, consider purchasing the matching wind guard! It’ll keep your flame in tact and away from any children or pets.
Pros:
- Free weatherproof cover and black charcoal glass
- The clean modern finishes accent most backyards or patios
- The bioethanol heat output is lower than if you were to go with a traditional fuel source like propane or natural gas
Best Wood Burning Fire Bowls - Ohio Flame Patriot Wood Burning Fire Pit
What We Love About It:
- If you’re a one-and done-type of person, then the Patriot fire bowl is the one for you. With a lifetime warranty, you won’t ever have to worry about buying another fire bowl again.
- Perfect for burning cut up tree limbs and workshop scraps
If you’re a one-and done-type of person, then the Patriot fire bowl is the one for you. With a lifetime warranty, you won’t ever have to worry about buying another fire bowl again. We love how durable and heavy-duty it is. I mean this product was made for the outdoors. Its also very portable, bring it to your next beach bonfire or to your buddies place for some beers around the fire. For a classic campfire experience, you can’t beat the Ohio Flame Patriot. It’s no wonder why it made our choice for the best wood-burning fire bowl.
Pros:
- If Ford was a fire pit, it would be this fire bowl. Why? Its built ford tough.
- American-made. It’s always a plus to support our red, white, and blue.
- You have the option to purchase a spark screen which we highly recommend as it will keep the embers contained.
- Perfect for burning cut up tree limbs and workshop scraps
- Some customers were unaware of the natural patina process that occurs when the fire pit comes in contact with rain and other weather conditions. The surface of this Fire Bowl may seem rusty but it will not rust through or warp over time.
Best Price Fire Bowl - Modeno Roca Fire Table OFG107
What We Love About It:
Let’s face it, we all love a good deal. And the Modeno Roca Fire Bowl is no exception! It provides the same high-quality features - glass fiber reinforced concrete construction, adjustable flame height, and a push-button ignition for less than one-third of what other fire tables cost in their category. The Modeno Roca will have your installers asking where you bought this fire bowl so they can buy one for themselves!. Enjoy a glass of wine and share laughs around its 45,000 BTUs of heat output. With the Modeno Roca, you can take a sigh of relief knowing you bought a quality product at a great price which is why we chose it as our best-priced fire bowl.
Pros:
- At $999 with free shipping, you cannot get a better deal.
- Can be set up within 10 minutes.
- The wide lip is perfect for resting drinks.
- Due to its popularity, it can be on backorder from time to time, so if you see it's in stock, take advantage!
Best Rated Fire Bowls- Pottery Works 48" Round Concrete Fire Bowl
What We Love About It:
If you love hosting backyard parties, then the Pottery Works 48” Fire Bowl is the one for you. With the ability to seat up to 8 standard-sized patio chairs around the fire, there’s enough room for your kids to invite their friends over for marshmallow roasting. Moms rave to us about how the backyard has become a new space for connection and conversation. It’s no wonder why families love this fire bowl. Not to mention, finding a fire bowl of this size for less than $2,000 is rare, and with the price of everything going up, might as well take advantage while this deal lasts! With so much to love about this fire bowl, we had to make it our choice for the best-rated fire bowl. Create memories of a lifetime with the ones you love around the Pottery Works 48” Fire Bowl.
Pros:
- Worth the money
- With 125,000 BTU Max output (for safety reasons, we don’t recommend operating this at the max, by the way), everyone will feel the warmth of the fire.
- You can choose what type of fire media you’d like
- It does not come with an optional electronic ignition system; we recommend having a BBQ lighter handy when it comes time to fire up this fire bowl.
Best Fire Bowl For Heat - Slick Rock Concrete Oasis Series 34-Inch Round Fire Pit Bowl KOF34
What We Love About It:
Slick Rock Concrete Oasis Series is our hottest fire pit (literally!) This fire bowl offers the highest BTU output on our website. But remember, just because the Slick Rock Concrete Oasis can go up to 250,000 BTUs doesn’t mean it should, so make sure to operate with caution. Besides its impressive heat output, this fire pit comes in an array of color options. We love Slick Rock because they offer colors you won’t find with any other brands like “Denim” or “Umber.” Adding a functional flair to your outdoor space has never been easier when you buy our pick for the best fire bowl for heat.
Pros:
- Optional All Weather Ignition System will keep your flame ignited even in the harshest weather conditions. You haven’t seen real magic until you’ve seen a flame auto-reignite itself after a gust of wind.
- It’s a bit on the pricier end
Best Fire Bowl For Roasting Marshmallows - Arteflame Euro 40 - Low Base Grill
What We Love About It:
Did someone say “S’mores?!” The Arteflame Euro 40 was designed to be the best fire bowl for roasting marshmallows. This unique flat top grill also doubles as a wood-burning fire bowl! You can cook a whole lot more than marshmallows on it - burgers, hot dogs, veggies, whatever you’re into - this flat top grill can handle it. If you love versatility and utility, the Arteflame Euro 40 - Low Base is the fire bowl for you!
Pros:
- Versatile - can be used to cook and as a wood-burning fire bowl
- Customers love it. Check out the reviews!
- It’s American-Made.
- 2 Year Warranty
- We got nothing!
That wraps up our picks for the top 10 best fire bowls of 2024, but there are tons more where whose came from! Shop from our fire bowls collection page to find your next backyard centerpiece.
Remember, a fire bowl is only as good if you use it. So, get out there and invite all of the people you care about over for some fun in the backyard.
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