Whether you’re looking for a large fire pit for the whole family to gather around on a chilly night or a small, sleek design that will update the look of your patio and add flair to social gatherings, there are plenty of affordable fire pits to choose from. Ranging from traditional to edgy and from restrained to bold, here are 15 affordable fire pits that can add warmth and excitement to your outdoor space.

The Blue Sky Smokeless Portable Pellet Fire Pit offers the coziness of a backyard fire without all the mess and hassle of dealing with wood. It’s powered by wood pellets, although it can also use appropriately sized pieces of wood, and its innovative smokeless design generates lots of heat with minimal ash and odor. At 15 inches in diameter, the fire pit is easy to carry and store, making it a great option for those looking to take it with them on their next outdoor adventure. It even comes with a carrying bag for easy transportation. Get the Blue Sky Smokeless Portable Pellet Fire Pit on Amazon for $89.99.

Give your outdoor entertaining space an update with the Esschert Design Rust Fire Bowl. The 22-inch bowl is the perfect size for a smaller fire, but you’ll still have plenty of heat for roasting marshmallows and staying warm. The bowl sits on a square steel base and gives off a rustic yet modern vibe.

Get the Esschert Design Rust Fire Bowl from Hayneedle for $107.99.

Enjoy a roaring fire on your back patio with the Patio Hearth Bon Fire from Fire Sense. The steel fire screen keeps flames contained yet visible, and the large, central door allows for easy access when it’s time to throw another log on the fire, roast some hotdogs, or clean out the fire pit. A removable grate holds logs and facilitates optimal airflow, and the fire pit is equipped with wheels and a handle that make it easy to move around.

Get the Fire Sense Patio Hearth Bon Fire on Amazon for $98.29.

This Briarglen Fire Ball from Hampton Bay will not only warm up your backyard gathering but also add a touch of artistry. Decorative tree branches on the screen give it a woodsy look, and the large pivoting door with a generous handle makes it easy to add fuel or adjust the logs. Get the Hampton Bay Briarglen Fire Ball from The Home Depot for $179.

The Uniflame Firehouse is more than just a fire pit. With its slide-out cooking grid, it doubles as a wood-burning grill. The chimney effectively directs smoke and ash away from your party, and a removable ash receptacle makes cleanup a cinch.

Get the Uniflame Firehouse from The Home Depot for $177.69.

Talk about a marriage of style and function! The Steel Wood Burning Fire Pit from Hurst is made of thick steel and finished with a high-temperature copper paint for a chic appearance. The 31-inch cauldron sits on a pedestal that raises it 5 inches off the ground. The fire pit comes with a log grate, fire screen, and poker, and convenient handles make it easy to move the fire pit and dump out ashes. Get the Hurst Steel Wood Burning Fire Pit from Wayfair for $145.99.

You don’t have to be up north or out in the woods to get a wilderness vibe with the Pleasant Hearth Wilderness Steel Fire Pit Ring. The playful design features deer, bears, wolves, and trees, and the 36-inch ring’s durable steel construction means that this fire pit will last for years to come. Use it in your backyard or bring it along with you on your next camping trip—it’s light enough! Get the Pleasant Hearth Wilderness Steel Fire Pit Ring from The Home Depot for $48.02.

For a modern aesthetic, go with this sleek fire pit from Terrain. At 21 inches wide, this low-to-the-ground fire pit offers a wide center for building a vigorous backyard fire. Any weathering that happens over time will only enhance its already rustic appearance. This fire pit may be simple, but it’s not basic.

Get the Low Profile Fire Pit from Terrain, priced from $69.95.

Here’s another model that easily travels from the backyard to the campground. This portable pit is simple to set up, so you can get to the marshmallow roasting quicker. Plus, the stars and moons design will add a whimsical touch to your nighttime revelries.

Get the Sunnydaze Outdoor Portable Fire Pit Ring with Die-Cut Stars and Moons from Target for $63.95.

If you’re looking for an affordable backyard fire pit that will not only provide a spot for cozying up and roasting marshmallows but also add a clean-lined design element to your backyard, try the Janke Steel Wood Fire Pit from Millwood Pines. The 27-inch bowl sits on three slanted legs and has side handles that make cleanup and transport a breeze. The fire pit comes with a PVC cover to protect it when it’s not in use. Get the Millwood Pines Janke Steel Wood Fire Pit from Wayfair for $131.99.

With a 30-inch bowl, the Mason Round Fire Pit from Pleasant Hearth offers plenty of space for a lively blaze. It features a grate to help oxygen circulate and a mesh cover to prevent sparks from escaping. Holes on the bottom of the bowl allow for proper water drainage, and the fire pit comes with a 20-inch-long poker for tending the flames. Get the Pleasant Hearth Mason Round Fire Pit from Target for $60.

With classic lines and a 26-inch diameter, this antique bronze pit from Hampton Bay will warm up the entire patio. Thanks to its deep bowl, the fire pit provides up to 40 square feet of cozy heat. While it looks substantial, it is surprisingly easy to move around.

Get the Hampton Bay Quadripod Fire Pit from The Home Depot for $79.

The Arlmont & Co. Hicks Steel Wood Burning Fire Pit has a sturdy, sizable base to hold longer-burning logs and provide hours of outdoor enjoyment. The fire pit is made of steel and finished with high-temperature paint for long-lasting durability, and it comes with a spark screen and lid for safety. A built-in grate allows for air circulation, and the screen is easy to remove for access and cleaning. The fire pit also comes with a chrome cooking grate, poker, and vinyl cover. Get the Arlmont & Co. Hicks Steel Wood Burning Fire Pit from Wayfair for $111.99

Give your outdoor entertaining space a fire pit that’s also a piece of art. The Esschert Design 19-inch Fire Bowl will add both drama and warmth to your backyard, thanks to its sweeping, sculptural bowl set on a square base. Both pieces are made of steel with a natural rust finish. The 19-inch size is ideal for small fires—just enough for keeping you warm when a chill sets in at night.

Get the Esschert Design 19-inch Fire Bowl from Hayneedle for $110.

Your family and guests will love pulling up a seat next to the Ketter Polyresin Fire Pit from Wade Logan. The elegant wood-burning faux stone column features a metal fire bowl set on a sturdy fiberglass base. The 10-inch-wide fire bowl can be removed for cleaning, and the pit weighs in at just over 13 pounds so it’s easy to move to different areas of your patio.

Get the Wade Logan Ketter Polyresin Fire Pit on Wayfair for $103.99.

Product prices listed here are current as of Monday, April 25, 2022.

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