Fire Pit Type Comparison
Compare built-in, prefab and portable fire pitsWhen it comes to a backyard fire pit, you have three options: custom built-in, prefab and portable. There are some major differences between these fire pit types that you should consider. Use the chart below to help you quickly compare and decide which fire pit type is best suited to your needs.
For more information on each fire pit type, visit the links in the chart headings below:
Built-In |
Prefab |
Portable |
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Portable |
No |
Semi |
Yes |
Cost |
$$$ |
$$ |
$ |
Fuel |
Wood |
Wood |
Wood |
Style Options |
Bonfire Pit |
Fire Table |
Bonfire Pit |
Style Options |
Can be built with concrete, stone, brick or a combination of these. |
Typically made of a lightweight precast concrete. |
Metal is the most common material. |