Whenever it’s possible, I prefer grilling over live fire. It imparts more flavor into the food, and it’s a more engaging experience than cooking over a propane setup. But live-fire cooking is more ...

Smokeless fire pits provide the warmth and ambiance of a traditional campfire, without the annoying smoke and smell that can stick to your clothes and bother your eyes. These innovative fire pits use ...

Backyard fire pits are wonderful, but usually are not portable. Campfire rings can't be counted on. Instead, bring one of ...

Editor's Note December 17, 2025: We'll soon be testing the Packfire as a potential choice for the list below. We intend to put this ultra-portable model through the same rigorous testing as we have ...

Fire pits can serve as a gathering point for your group on camping trips, a heat source for cooking, and a rustic alternative to your phone—because if you ask us, gazing into a crackling blaze beats ...