Some nights need to be easy: flip the switch, cue the playlist, exhale. Other nights call for the ritual—stacking wood, tending embers, watching the flame bloom. If you’re choosing between Solo Stove Infinity Flame™ (propane) and our classic wood-burning Smokeless Fire Pits, start by determining your space, your habits, and the kind of hosting you do most.
Propane or Wood? Start with Your Space & Habits
If you want instant ignition, fine-tuned control, and no ash, propane is your match. If you love the sound, scent, and feel of wood, plus the flexibility to cook over coals, stick with the classics. Either way, you’re getting the mesmerizing Solo Stove Signature Flame™ that brings people closer—with accessories to dial up comfort and safety for decks, patios, and backyards.
Infinity Flame™ 101 (Turn-of-the-Dial Control)
Infinity Flame is our first-of-its-kind propane fire pit. It uses an innovative burner designed to mirror the rise, swirl, and drama of a wood-burning flame—without wood, ash, or sparks. Turn the control knob, pick your heat output, and settle in. It’s the same togetherness, now with turn-of-a-dial simplicity and precise flame control.
Flame Character, Output Range, Zero Ash/Sparks
Character: A full, mesmerizing flame designed to look and move like our signature wood burn—now with gas.
Output: Up to ~72,000 BTUs with helpful runtime guidance on a standard 20 lb tank—so you can plan the whole evening around the glow.
Cleanup: No ash or embers to manage—just turn the dial off when the night’s over. That’s it.
Classic Smokeless Wood Fire Pits (Ranger • Bonfire • Yukon • Canyon)
Our classic lineup runs from the Ranger (compact, portable) to the Canyon (30" centerpiece). The design is purpose-built for a smokeless experience once your fire is up to temperature; bigger models bring serious heat and presence for larger gatherings. All are crafted from premium 304 stainless steel for durability season after season.
Fuel flexibility, ritual, heat feel
Fuel & feel: Real wood, real embers—great for s’mores, cooking over coals, and long conversations as the fire settles.
Sizes for any space: From weeknight patios (Ranger/Bonfire) to big-yard anchor setups (Yukon/Canyon).
Care: Stainless steel patinas beautifully and resists corrosion; pair with a Lid or Shelter when stored outside.
Where Can I Burn? (Decks, Patios, Rentals)
Decks & heat-sensitive surfaces: Use a Stand sized to your pit to help protect surfaces (decks, turf, pavers). Always follow local rules and keep clearances.
Patios & rentals: Propane’s instant on and off capabilities and zero ash can be ideal for condos/townhomes and places with stricter cleanup constraints.
Big yards: Wood pits shine for large circles, long burns, and that “campfire feel” at home.
Comfort add-ons: A Heat Deflector amplifies warmth down and outward around the pit. The Surround adds extra protection and convenient tabletop space around the pit. The Shield helps reduce sparks on wood models for peace of mind.
Quick Scenarios + Recommended Bundles
Use these ideas as starting points—pick the flame style that fits how you host.
Notes: Stand helps protect many heat-sensitive surfaces; Surround adds a protective buffer and functional ring; Heat Deflector increases perceived warmth in cooler temps.
Still Deciding? Think in Pairs.
Convenience first: Infinity Flame = simple setup, extra built-in protection with tabletop surface—plus a place for drinks/snacks.
Ritual first: Bonfire/Yukon + Stand + Shield = classic wood feel with deck-safe reassurance and spark control.
