The best outdoor fireplace for most patios is the Endless Summer 45” Wood Burning Steel Outdoor Fireplace: a 45-inch steel unit that weighs about 66 lbs and fits a standard patio corner. If you want flame without smoke or ash, the BAIDE HOME 22-Inch Propane Fire Column adds a 40,000 BTU burner with a flame-failure safety device. As the evenings turn cold this October, a fireplace is the upgrade people reach for, because a chimney lifts smoke above seated eye level in a way a low fire pit cannot. We researched five models by comparing listing specs, dimensions, weights, and included parts.
| Spec | Endless Summer 45" Wood Burning Steel Outdoor Fireplace 8.8/10 | EROMMY 57-Inch Wood-Burning Outdoor Fireplace 8.6/10 | Sunjoy Outdoor Fireplace with Steel Chimney 8.4/10 | BAIDE HOME 22-Inch Propane Fire Column Table 8.7/10 | Planika BINO Outdoor Gas Fireplace 8.3/10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| fuel | Wood | Wood | Wood | Propane (20 lb tank) | Propane |
| material | Heavy-duty steel | Powder-coated steel with stone tile | Powder-coated steel with manufactured stone | Porcelain tile top, 304 stainless burner, composite base | — |
| size | 24" D x 28" W x 45" H | About 35" L x 23" W x 57" H | 81.5" L x 24" W x 48" H | 22" x 22" x 25.2" | About 15.7" x 15.7" x 40.6" |
| weight | 65.9 lbs | 94.4 lbs | 385.8 lbs | — | — |
| warranty | Not stated on listing | — | — | 1 year against defects | — |
| Rating | 8.8/10 | 8.6/10 | 8.4/10 | 8.7/10 | 8.3/10 |
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Quick Picks
- Best overall: Endless Summer 45” Wood Burning Fireplace. Light enough to place without a crew, with a firebox sized for larger logs.
- Best for cooking: EROMMY 57-Inch Wood-Burning Fireplace. Ships with a cooking grate, ash pan, poker, and rain cover.
- Best statement piece: Sunjoy Outdoor Fireplace. An 81.5-inch-wide steel and manufactured-stone build with side shelves and log storage.
- Best gas column: BAIDE HOME 22-Inch Propane Fire Column. Smokeless, adjustable flame, and a 1-year warranty against defects.
- Best glass-shield column: Planika BINO. A slim 15.7-inch footprint with a glass shield and a hidden gas bottle compartment.
Outdoor Fireplace Buying Guide
Fireplace, Fire Pit, or Chiminea?
A fireplace has a vertical firebox and a chimney or column, so heat and smoke rise and the open side faces your seating. A fire pit is open on all sides and sits low. A chiminea is a smaller, bulb-shaped cousin that we cover in our Best Chimineas in 2026 roundup. If you want a low circle of seating around a flame, start with Best Fire Pits in 2026 instead.
Wood vs. Propane
Wood gives you crackle, a real smell, and the most heat per unit. It also gives you ash, sparks, and smoke, and many towns restrict wood burning on dry or high-wind days. Propane lights with a button, adjusts with a knob, and leaves no ash, but the flame is gentler and you need a tank. Wood models here are steel or steel with stone tile. The propane models use a porcelain tile top over a composite base or a glass-shielded column. For more on the propane side, see Best Propane Fire Pits in 2026.
Size, Weight, and Placement
Weight is the spec people skip. The Endless Summer is about 66 lbs, the EROMMY about 94 lbs, and the Sunjoy about 386 lbs. The heaviest is a permanent fixture, and you should confirm that a deck or paver base can carry it. Measure the footprint too: the Sunjoy is 81.5 inches wide, while the Planika is only 15.7 inches square.
Follow every manufacturer clearance instruction for distance from walls, eaves, trees, and railings. Never use a wood-burning fireplace under a covered patio or roof overhang. The EROMMY listing specifically warns buyers to raise the base on bricks before using it on a wooden deck, and that advice applies to any steel unit placed on combustible flooring.
Spark Control
Mesh doors or screens matter more on a fireplace than a fire pit, because a chimney can carry embers upward. The Sunjoy and EROMMY both list latching mesh doors. If your yard has dry grass or overhanging branches, treat that as a requirement, not a bonus.
Weather Resistance and Upkeep
Powder-coated steel resists rust better than bare steel, but all of them benefit from a cover between fires. The EROMMY includes a rain cover and the Planika includes a waterproof cover. For the others, a fitted cover from our Best Patio Furniture Covers in 2026 guide is a sensible pairing. Empty the ash after each fire on wood models, since wet ash sitting on bare steel speeds up corrosion. Stock up on the basics in Best Fire Pit Accessories in 2026.
Assembly
The EROMMY listing includes a wrench, an L-shaped screwdriver, and step-by-step instructions. Plan an hour or two for the lighter steel units, and more for the Sunjoy, which is heavy enough that you should have a second person for lifting. The propane columns need a tank connected and a leak check on the fittings before first use.
Detailed Reviews
1. Endless Summer 45” Wood Burning Steel Outdoor Fireplace: Best Overall
The Endless Summer 45” fireplace is the easiest wood-burning model here to live with. It measures 24 inches deep, 28 inches wide, and 45 inches tall, and it weighs about 66 lbs. The listing describes heavy-duty steel construction and a spacious firebox for larger logs, with a firehouse look.
The trade-off is what is missing. The listing does not mention spark doors, a cooking grate, or a rain cover, and it states no warranty. Budget for a cover and a spark screen if you have trees nearby. For a first outdoor fireplace on a modest patio, it is the simplest way in.
2. EROMMY 57-Inch Wood-Burning Outdoor Fireplace: Best for Cooking
The EROMMY is the best-equipped wood fireplace on the list. For its footprint of roughly 35 by 23 inches, it stands about 57 inches tall, which pushes smoke well above a seated guest. The listing says it includes a removable ash pan, grate, chimney, fire poker, cooking grate, and rain cover. Dual mesh doors with latches contain embers.
At about 94 lbs, it is a two-person move, and it is not a unit to drag around a patio. Remember the manufacturer’s note about bricks under the corners on a wood deck. If you want to grill burgers or toast marshmallows over the same fire, it is the better pick than the Endless Summer.
3. Sunjoy Outdoor Fireplace with Steel Chimney: Best Statement Piece
The Sunjoy is a different class of object. It measures 81.5 inches wide by 24 inches deep by 48 inches tall and weighs about 386 lbs. It is made of rust-resistant powder-coated steel finished with manufactured stone, and the listing highlights built-in shelves on both sides and log storage underneath.
Two mesh screen doors with a locking latch catch embers, and a large chimney directs smoke upward. A removable grate and fire poker are included. This is a permanent fixture: confirm that your patio base can carry nearly 400 lbs before you buy, and plan the location once. If you want a fireplace that visually anchors the patio, it delivers. If you want something to move in spring, look elsewhere.
4. BAIDE HOME 22-Inch Propane Fire Column: Best Gas Column
The BAIDE HOME column is a propane fire table with a 22-inch porcelain tile top, a composite concrete base, and a 304 stainless steel burner and bowl. Output is rated at 40,000 BTU, ignition is electronic, and a thermocouple shuts off gas if the flame goes out. A standard 20 lb tank (not included) sits inside the base, and glass rocks are included.
Measuring 22 by 22 by 25.2 inches and weighing 68.9 lbs, it is more of a low column than a tall one. That makes it work as a coffee table beside a sofa. The listing states a 1-year warranty against defects, the only warranty term on this list. If smoke and ash are what you want to avoid, this is the one to buy.
5. Planika BINO Outdoor Gas Fireplace: Best Glass-Shield Column
The Planika BINO is the slimmest option, at about 15.7 inches square and 40.6 inches tall. The glass shield contains the flame and cuts wind, and the listing says precise combustion control keeps the glass clean of soot. It lights with a button, you set the flame height with a knob, and the gas bottle hides in a compartment. A waterproof cover and carrying handles are included.
The listing publishes no BTU rating, so you cannot compare heat output with the BAIDE. Treat it as an ambiance piece that flanks patio doors or sits beside seating. For real warmth for a group, pair it with one of the patio heaters we reviewed.
FAQ
Can you use an outdoor fireplace on a wooden deck?
Only with the manufacturer’s approval and added protection. The EROMMY listing says to raise the base on bricks at all four corners to prevent scorching a wooden deck. Check the instructions of whichever model you choose, and keep embers off the boards.
Are propane fireplaces safer than wood-burning ones?
Propane removes sparks and ash, and the BAIDE adds a flame-failure device that cuts gas if the flame dies. They still need ventilation, a secure tank, and clearance from structures. Wood units need mesh doors and constant attention.
How much clearance does an outdoor fireplace need?
It depends on the model. Read the manual for distances to walls, overhangs, and railings, and never burn wood under a roof overhang or covered patio. When in doubt, add distance.
Do outdoor fireplaces heat a whole patio?
Not really. A fireplace warms the people in front of it, and the effect fades quickly at the edges of the seating area. For larger gatherings, combine a fireplace with a patio heater.
What wood should I burn?
Use seasoned hardwood that has dried for months. Wet or green wood produces more smoke and creosote-like buildup. Keep logs short enough to fit the firebox, and do not burn treated lumber or trash.
Should I cover an outdoor fireplace in winter?
Yes. A cover keeps rain out of the firebox and slows rust on steel. Let the unit cool fully first, and empty the ash before covering it.
The Bottom Line
For most patios, the Endless Summer 45” Wood Burning Fireplace is the easiest wood-burning pick, and the EROMMY 57-Inch is the one to buy if you want to cook over the same fire. If you want no smoke at all, choose the BAIDE HOME Propane Fire Column, and reserve the Sunjoy for a patio that can carry a 386 lb permanent fixture.