Our top picks at a glance
Best overall
Outland Living Granville Fire Table (Series 403)See itPrice tier 3 of 4:$500–$1,500A lounge-height centerpiece for a patio seating group at a mid-range price.Best for small patios
Outland Living Robson Fire Table (Series 410)See itPrice tier 3 of 4:$500–$1,500Compact patios and decks where a rectangular table won't fit.Best with a hidden tank
Real Flame Calvin 44" Round Fire Pit TableSee itPrice tier 3 of 4:$500–$1,500Anyone who wants a clean-looking round table with the tank tucked away.Best stone-look table
Real Flame Scottsdale 40" Round Fire Pit TableSee itPrice tier 4 of 4:Over $1,500Buyers who want a stone-look centerpiece and a high heat output in a mid-size table.Best for big groups
Real Flame Coden 58" Rectangle Fire Pit TableSee itPrice tier 4 of 4:Over $1,500Larger patios and entertainers who want serious heat and a long table.Best portable alternative
Outland Living Firebowl (propane)Check pricePrice tier 2 of 4:$150–$500People in areas where wood fires are restricted, or who want zero fuss.
A propane fire pit table gives you a flame at the turn of a knob, with no smoke, ash or firewood. It also gives you a surface for drinks and plates, which is why these tables have taken over a lot of patios. The right one depends on how many people you seat, how much you want to spend, and how you feel about a propane tank sitting beside it.
The short answer
- Most people: Outland Living Granville, a well-built mid-height table at a mid-range price.
- Small patio: Outland Living Robson, the square version.
- Cleanest look: Real Flame Calvin 44, with the tank hidden in the base.
- Big groups: Real Flame Coden 58.
- Don't need a table: a portable propane fire bowl.
How we picked
We read the makers' own product pages for output, size, weight, materials, fuel, certification and warranty, and we only quote numbers we confirmed there. We looked for tables that are actually sold today, that state their specs plainly, and that cover a range of sizes and budgets. We did not test these tables ourselves; this is research, not hands-on review. Brands we couldn't read specs for aren't ranked. Price tiers rather than exact prices appear on each card because prices change often. See our methodology.
Our top picks
Best overall
Outland Living Granville Fire Table (Series 403)
A mid-height rectangular propane fire table with auto-ignition and a glass top.
Outland Living's Granville is a 44-by-32-inch mid-height table with auto ignition, a 50,000 BTU/hr maximum output, an aluminum and resin-wicker frame and an 8 mm tempered-glass top. The fire glass, hose and regulator are included, and a natural gas conversion kit is sold separately. It's coffee-table height, so it's for lounging rather than dinner, and it weighs about 96 lbs with the rocks. Confirm where the 20-lb tank will sit, because the listing doesn't say it's hidden.
What we like
- Auto ignition and a 50,000 BTU/hr maximum output, per the maker
- Aluminum frame with resin wicker, a 304 stainless burner and an 8 mm tempered-glass tabletop
- Comes with a 10-lb fire glass set, hose and regulator; a natural gas conversion kit is available
Trade-offs
- Coffee-table height (about 24 in), so it's a lounge table, not a dining table
- Heavy at about 96 lbs with the rocks, and assembly is required
- Glass lid, wind guard and cover are sold separately, and the warranty is one year, limited
- Best for
- A lounge-height centerpiece for a patio seating group at a mid-range price.
- Skip it if
- You want to eat at the table or want a pit that hides the propane tank (check where the 20-lb tank will go).
- Size: 44" × 32" × 24"
- Weight (with rocks): 96 lbs
- Max output: 50,000 BTU/hr
- Fuel: Propane, 20-lb tank
- Certification: CSA approved
Best for small patios
Outland Living Robson Fire Table (Series 410)
The square version of Outland's best-selling table, for tighter patios.
The Robson is the square version at 36 by 36 inches, with auto ignition and a 42,500 BTU/hr maximum output. It uses the same glass-top construction as the Granville in a smaller footprint (about 83 lbs with the rocks). The trade-off is less heat and fewer seats around it.
What we like
- A 36-inch square footprint that fits smaller seating areas
- Auto ignition, a 42,500 BTU/hr maximum output and the same glass-top construction as the Granville
- Includes fire glass, hose and regulator; a natural gas kit is available
Trade-offs
- Lower maximum output than the Granville, so it warms a smaller circle
- About 83 lbs with the rocks, and it needs assembly
- One-year limited warranty
- Best for
- Compact patios and decks where a rectangular table won't fit.
- Skip it if
- You regularly seat more than four around the fire.
- Size: 36" × 36" × 24"
- Weight (with rocks): 83 lbs
- Max output: 42,500 BTU/hr
- Fuel: Propane, 20-lb tank
- Certification: CSA approved
Best with a hidden tank
Real Flame Calvin 44" Round Fire Pit Table
A round propane fire table that hides the tank inside the base.
Real Flame's 44-inch round table is powder-coated aluminum with a 50,000 BTU output, an adjustable flame height and a base that conceals a 20-lb propane tank (not included). It looks finished without a tank beside it. It costs more than similar-output tables without the hidden-tank base, and its controls are battery operated.
What we like
- Conceals a standard 20-lb propane tank (not included), so the table looks finished
- 50,000 BTU output with an adjustable flame height, per the maker
- Powder-coated aluminum construction
Trade-offs
- Costs noticeably more than similar-output tables without a hidden-tank base
- The control and ignition are battery operated, so keep spare batteries
- Best for
- Anyone who wants a clean-looking round table with the tank tucked away.
- Skip it if
- You'd rather spend less and don't mind a tank beside the table.
- Diameter: 44"
- Output: 50,000 BTU
- Tank: Conceals a 20-lb propane tank
Best stone-look table
Real Flame Scottsdale 40" Round Fire Pit Table
A concrete-topped round table with a hidden tank compartment.
A 40-inch round table with a glass fiber reinforced concrete top, a polyresin base, 65,000 BTU of output and a hidden-tank compartment. It suits buyers who want a stone look and a lot of heat in a mid-size table. It's priced at a premium, so check weight and delivery with the seller.
What we like
- Glass fiber reinforced concrete top over a polyresin base
- 65,000 BTU output with an adjustable flame height, per the maker
- Conceals a 20-lb propane tank (not included)
Trade-offs
- A premium price for a 40-inch table
- Battery-operated controls
- Check weight and delivery details with the seller before you order
- Best for
- Buyers who want a stone-look centerpiece and a high heat output in a mid-size table.
- Skip it if
- You're shopping on a mid-range budget.
- Diameter: 40"
- Output: 65,000 BTU
- Top: Glass fiber reinforced concrete
Best for big groups
Real Flame Coden 58" Rectangle Fire Pit Table
A large aluminum table built in the USA for bigger seating groups.
The Coden is a 58-inch rectangular aluminum table with 65,000 BTU, handcrafted in the USA per the maker, that conceals a 20-lb tank. It's the one to buy if you entertain a lot. It's among the priciest tables here, and the maker says it's sold through select retailers, so you may need to contact customer service.
What we like
- 65,000 BTU output, tied with the Scottsdale for the highest of the tables we checked
- Handcrafted in the USA from powder-coated aluminum, per the maker
- Conceals a 20-lb propane tank
Trade-offs
- One of the priciest tables in this guide
- The maker says it's available at select retail stores, so you may need to contact customer service to buy
- Best for
- Larger patios and entertainers who want serious heat and a long table.
- Skip it if
- You have a small patio or want to shop online and have it shipped without a phone call.
- Length: 58"
- Output: 65,000 BTU
- Tank: Conceals a 20-lb propane tank
Best portable alternative
Outland Living Firebowl (propane)
A simple portable propane fire pit with no smoke or ash.
If you don't need a table, a portable propane fire bowl runs on a standard 20-lb tank with no smoke, sparks or ash. You give up the table surface and the polished look, but it costs far less and can move to a new spot.
What we like
- Instant on/off with a simple control knob
- Runs on a standard 20-lb propane tank
- No smoke, sparks or ash to clean up
Trade-offs
- No wood crackle or aroma
- Needs a propane tank, which adds a running cost and storage
- Best for
- People in areas where wood fires are restricted, or who want zero fuss.
- Skip it if
- You want wood crackle and aroma, or you don't want to manage a propane tank.
How to choose
Table height
Mid-height (coffee-table) tables like the Outland pair are for lounge seating. If you want to eat at the table, you need a dining-height model, so check the height before you buy.
Output and size
BTU is a measure of how much fuel the burner can use per hour, not of how warm you'll feel. A larger table with a higher BTU rating makes a bigger flame and warms a wider circle, but all of them are more for ambiance than for heating a cold patio. For real warmth, see our best patio heaters.
Where the tank goes
A standard 20-lb propane tank has to live somewhere. Tables with a hidden-tank base, like the Real Flame models here, tuck it inside; others need a tank beside or under the table. A tank hidden in a closed base still needs ventilation, so follow the manufacturer's instructions exactly.
Materials
Aluminum frames don't rust. Resin wicker and powder coatings look good but can fade and wear over years outdoors. Concrete tops look the part but add weight. A cover protects any of them when the table isn't in use.
Fire media and accessories
Use only the fire glass or media the manufacturer specifies, since the wrong material can be a hazard. Wind guards, lids and covers are useful add-ons, and some are sold separately.
Natural gas option
If you have a gas line, some tables sell natural gas conversion kits. Conversion and gas-line work should be done by a licensed professional.
Safety and placement
A fire table is still a fire. Keep it on a non-combustible surface, away from walls, fences, railings and overhanging branches. Never use one in an enclosed space or under a low roof, because propane burning produces carbon monoxide. Follow the manufacturer's clearance and ventilation instructions, check local rules, and never leave a lit table unattended. Our guide to how far a fire pit should be from your house covers the basics.
Related guides
Still deciding on fuel? Read wood vs. propane fire pits. If you prefer a real wood fire with less smoke, see the best smokeless fire pits. To warm the whole seating area, add one of the best patio heaters, and set the mood with outdoor string lights.
Frequently asked questions
How many BTUs does a propane fire pit table need?
The tables we checked list between 42,500 and 65,000 BTU per hour at maximum output. More BTU means a taller, hotter flame, but fire tables are mainly about ambiance and modest warmth, so a mid-range number is plenty for most patios. A bigger number doesn't change the clearances you need.
How long does a 20-lb propane tank last in a fire table?
At full output a 20-lb tank lasts hours, not days, and the exact time depends on the table's output and how high you run the flame. Most people run the flame lower and get several evenings per tank. Check the manufacturer's guidance for your model and keep a spare tank on hand.
Can I use a propane fire pit table on a wood deck or under a covered patio?
Only if the manufacturer's instructions say you can, and keep to their clearances. Never use one in an enclosed space, since propane burning produces carbon monoxide, and keep it away from walls, railings and overhead structures. When in doubt, ask the maker and your local building or fire office.
Do propane fire pit tables work during a burn ban?
Sometimes. Many local bans exempt gas appliances, but rules differ by city and county. Check with your fire department before assuming a gas table is allowed.
