It’s officially bonfire season. If you, like us, are constantly in the mood for a cozy fire but don’t want to go through the hassle of setting something difficult up every night the *perfect* solution is the solo stove. This solo stove fire pit guide will answer all your solo stove questions, including which size solo stove is the best, is the solo stove worth it, what solo stove accessories are the best, and more.
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Is a Solo Stove a Good Present?
As I’m writing this, we’re almost in the thick of Christmas shopping season, and before we get too far into this post, yes, the solo stove makes the perfect Christmas gift for almost anyone. I would go so far as to say the solo stove is a perfect Christmas gift. We gifted my dad one for Christmas last year, and he’s used it countless times. My in-laws have two solo stoves they love theirs so much! I can’t think of many people who wouldn’t end up using this often.
Solo stoves have so many great features, so when you gift this you can rest easy that you’re not giving someone “a chore.” It’s not going to be difficult for them to use it on a regular basis, which is one of the hallmarks of a perfect gift in my opinion. If you’re buying this for yourself, know it makes lighting a fire on a regular basis more accessible than it’s ever been!
Is the Solo Stove Worth it?
With a hefty price tag (models range from $240-$500 on sale), it’s worth the research to make sure it’s actually worth it. The short answer is yes, these are worth it.
The most novel aspect of solo stoves is their “smokeless” feature, and I can confirm they are smokeless / significantly less smoke than typical fire pits. They are also extremely well made, so not only will you be really happy with your solo stove, but it will also last for a long time. They’re sturdy, yet still lightweight, easy to transport, safer than a lot of bonfire options, and the list goes on.
Which Size Solo Stove Is The Best?
The Bonfire 2.0 is the standard solo stove size and for good reason. It’s sort of the “goldilocks” of their options, as it’s not too big or too small. If you’re using this in a larger purpose at gatherings of many people (more of a typical bonfire event), you could go with Yukon. if you’re really tight on space, looking to transport it often, or only looking to use it with 1-2 people, Ranger is a good option.
Which Solo Stove Accessories are Worth it?
If you’re gifting this or ordering for yourself, you can definitely just order the fire pit, and be good to go. If you want to step up your solo stove game with a few practical accessories, these are the ones I would say to go for! I’m linking the bonfire size for all of these below since that is the standard option, but make sure you select your fire pit size to coordinate with each accessory before purchasing.
- Solo Stove Stand – These fire pits are great on sensitive surfaces, but it’s nice to have peace of mind using your fire pit on grass, certain types of decks, or just a surface you want to be extra careful with.
- Heat Deflector – Have you ever been trying to enjoy a fire but you have to be extremely close to feel the heat? This spreads the heat around much more evenly and is perfect for group gatherings.
- Handle – Not necessary, but if you are planning to move your fire pit from your house, to camping, etc., these handles can make transport a lot easier!
- Cover/Shelter – If you want to extend the life of your solo stove, this cover keeps out the elements nicely!
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If you have any other solo stove questions, please drop them below! I hope this solo stove guide answered all your questions and the lucky person (or you) in your life gets to enjoy it for years to come. I can’t think of a better way to make it feel even more like fall than having a bonfire every night, and these make it so much more accessible! Check out more fall inspo ideas here.
