This Cool, Compact Tabletop Fire Pit Has Added Serious Ambience to My Outdoor Soirées — And It’s Under £30 Right Now

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, it’s the perfect portable alternative to a traditional log or gas fire

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A blank canvas when we first moved in, I’ve spent the last year transforming the small patio in our garden into a dreamy space to relax, enjoy al fresco meals, and host gatherings.

From finally completing my custom wooden pallet sofa to finding the perfect dining table to fit the space, all the big jobs are done — and now it’s all about curating a really cozy and inviting atmosphere.

As a statement centerpiece, traditional log or gas fire pits are great for adding ambience, but they take up a reasonable amount of space, and generally require quite a lot of clean-up. Thankfully, I stumbled across this tabletop fire pit on Amazon, and it’s quickly become my go-to accessory for making my patio feel really mellow and modern.

I’ve not got much floor space left to work with, so I knew that a full-size fire pit was out of the question. But at just 16cm wide, this one works well on my patio’s coffee table and dining table — and I also don’t have to worry about finding somewhere to store a stack of logs.

Completely smokeless and odorless, it’s fuelled by eco-friendly bioethanol — making it a much more considerate option if (like me!) your patio is in particularly close proximity to your neighbours’. Plus, like most tabletop bioethanol fire pits, it’s totally safe to use indoors or in semi-enclosed areas like balconies or terraces.

Put simply, it’s a must-have accessory for any cozy and contemporary outdoor entertaining area. Simple and elegant, its brick-look tiled base feels contemporary while also leaning into the rustic aesthetic that's popular right now — while the continuously dancing flame is guaranteed to enhance the overall ambience and encourage intimate and meaningful conversation.

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There's something about fire pits that encourages people to come together, to congregate around the flickering flame, whether just for conversation, to roast marshmallows, or perhaps to stay warm as the weather wanes.

But, they're often overlooked when it comes to small patio ideas — brushed off as a luxury only bigger spaces can afford. Well, not anymore.

Contributing Writer

Georgia is a freelance writer, based in South London. She started out in the homes and interiors space, writing for the likes of Good Homes Magazine and Grand Designs, before joining the HuffPost UK team as a Shopping Writer. Since going freelance in June 2023, she can primarily be found writing for the likes of GLAMOUR UK, British GQ, and ES Best (and Livingetc) — covering off everything from the top current interior design trends, to edits of the current must-have home products.