Buying Guides

Compare wood-fired, gas and dual-fuel outdoor pizza ovens by cooking experience, size, heat control, installation and maintenance. Learn how to choose the right oven for your patio or outdoor kitchen.

Compare propane, electric and natural-gas patio heaters by heat delivery, installation, portability and operating needs. Learn how to choose the right style and size for your outdoor space.

Compare small gas fire pits for compact patios by dimensions, shape, fuel type, heat output and installation needs. See four current options and learn how to plan the complete seating area.

Learn how to choose the right fire pit size by measuring your patio, planning for seating and clearances, comparing shapes and heights, and testing the complete gathering-area footprint before you buy.

Compare fire pits and fire tables by design, heat, fuel, installation, seating and everyday use to choose the right outdoor fire feature for your patio.

Compare propane and natural-gas fire pits by installation, portability, fuel cost, convenience, maintenance and safety to choose the right option for your patio.

Learn which pellet stove accessories can support proper installation, safer operation and easier maintenance. Compare hearth pads, venting components, ash vacuums, cleaning tools, pellet-storage containers, safety equipment and other useful supplies.

Learn how to choose the best wood pellets for a pellet stove by comparing hardwood and softwood fuel, ash, moisture, heat value, durability and storage needs.

Compare small pellet stoves by heat output, dimensions, hopper capacity and installation needs, including options for smaller homes and compact spaces.