The best tabletop fire pit for your space depends on fuel, weight and how much table you have to spare.
If you also want a heater for the same space, see our patio heaters and propane patio heaters guides. Read our Editorial Policy to learn how we choose products. These five picks come from the makers’ specifications on each Amazon listing, not our own testing. Use fire pits outdoors only and follow each maker’s clearance guidance.
Top 3 Picks for the Best Tabletop Fire Pit
BAIDEHOME 36-inch tabletop propane fire pit, 40,000 BTU
- Wind glass shield with a hook bracket, plus glass rocks included
- Electronic ignition and adjustable flame height
- 360 degree fire view
HGD small tabletop fire pit, 8.8 x 8.6 in, wood or pellets
- Fueled by pellets or wood, per the listing title
- Stable triangular one-piece base
- Travel bag included
VivaGarden smokeless tabletop fire pit, 8.0H x 5.8D, with carry bag
- Burns wood, pellets or firestarter squares
- 304 stainless steel construction
- 360 degree bottom air vents
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Tabletop Fire Pits Compared
| # | Product | Key Features | |
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| 1 |  BAIDEHOME 36-inch tabletop propane fire pit, 40,000 BTU |
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| 2 |  HGD small tabletop fire pit, 8.8 x 8.6 in, wood or pellets |
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| 3 |  VivaGarden smokeless tabletop fire pit, 8.0H x 5.8D, with carry bag |
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| 4 |  Ciays 28-inch tabletop propane fire pit, 50,000 BTU, with glass wind guard |
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| 5 |  HGD mini tabletop fire pit with carry bag |
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1. BAIDEHOME 36-inch tabletop propane fire pit, 40,000 BTU
Best Overall
- Wind glass shield with a hook bracket, plus glass rocks included
- Electronic ignition and adjustable flame height
- 360 degree fire view
- Rain cover included
- Listing recommends a table at least 38 to 40 inches long
- Weighs 27.5 pounds, the heaviest pick here and above Ciays Tabletop at 20.5 pounds
- Includes: Wind glass shield, glass rocks, rain cover
- Heat output: 40,000 BTU
- Hose: 8-foot gas hose
It works with a 20 lb LP tank, which is not included, and the listed heat output is 40,000 BTU.
The rear-mounted hose regulator has a bottom port that can move to the side for tables without an umbrella hole.
Right buyer for the BAIDE 36
Choose it if you have a long table and want a propane unit with electronic ignition.
Wrong buyer for the BAIDE 36
Skip it if you want to burn wood, since HGD Small, VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini all list wood or pellets.
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2. HGD small tabletop fire pit, 8.8 x 8.6 in, wood or pellets
Best Stable Base
- Fueled by pellets or wood, per the listing title
- Stable triangular one-piece base
- Travel bag included
- Compact, lightweight design listed for backyard patios and camping
- Listing says it is not compatible with glass surfaces
- Weighs 2.9 pounds, more than VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini at 1.7 pounds each
- Includes: Travel bag
- Footprint: 8.6 x 8.6 inches
- Material: Polished stainless steel
The listing describes it for roasting marshmallows.
It measures 8.6 inches across and 8.8 inches high, with a polished stainless steel finish.
Right buyer for the HGD Small
Choose it for a steady wood or pellet burner on a table that is not glass.
Wrong buyer for the HGD Small
Skip it if you want the smallest body, since HGD Mini measures 5.5 by 5.5 inches.
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3. VivaGarden smokeless tabletop fire pit, 8.0H x 5.8D, with carry bag
Best For Firestarter Squares
- Burns wood, pellets or firestarter squares
- 304 stainless steel construction
- 360 degree bottom air vents
- Travel bag included
- Narrower than HGD Small, at 5.8 inches across against 8.6 inches
- Includes: Travel bag
- Footprint: 5.8 x 5.8 inches
- Support: Three bottom brackets
Three bottom support brackets hold it up, and the listing names camping and backyard gatherings as uses.
It weighs 1.7 pounds and the model number is Fp-1.
Right buyer for the VivaGarden 8
Choose it for a light wood burner that packs into its own bag.
Wrong buyer for the VivaGarden 8
Skip it if you want a double-wall body with vent holes, since HGD Mini lists that design.
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4. Ciays 28-inch tabletop propane fire pit, 50,000 BTU, with glass wind guard
Best For Higher BTU
- 50,000 BTU listed heat output
- Glass wind guard and decorative blue glass beads included
- Piezo igniter on the side with adjustable flame height
- Hose with valve included
- Weighs 20.5 pounds, against 2.9 pounds or less for HGD Small, VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini
- Includes: Glass wind guard, glass beads, hose with valve
- Heat output: 50,000 BTU
- Length: 28.27 inches
It has a steel frame with a 304 stainless steel burner and a lacquered metal finish.
The hose connector sits at the bottom for tables with umbrella holes, or it can move to the side for other tables.
Right buyer for the Ciays Tabletop
Choose it for a mid-length propane unit on a table with room for 28 inches.
Wrong buyer for the Ciays Tabletop
Skip it if you want a travel-ready pit, since HGD Small, VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini each include a bag.
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5. HGD mini tabletop fire pit with carry bag
Most Compact Pick
- Double-wall design with vent holes for airflow
- Removable ash grate for cleaning
- Carrying bag included
- Listed for patios, balconies, camping and picnics
- Burns wood or pellets, so it has no adjustable flame height like BAIDE 36 and Ciays Tabletop
- Includes: Carrying bag
- Footprint: 5.5 x 5.5 inches
- Material: Polished stainless steel
The listing describes it for roasting s’mores and marshmallows.
It measures 5.5 inches across and 8 inches high, with a polished stainless steel finish.
Right buyer for the HGD Mini
Choose it for a balcony or picnic table where space is tight.
Wrong buyer for the HGD Mini
Skip it if you want firestarter squares as a fuel, since VivaGarden 8 lists them.
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How to Choose a Tabletop Fire Pit
- Pick the fuel first. BAIDE 36 and Ciays Tabletop burn propane, while HGD Small, VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini burn wood or pellets.
- Check weight against your table, from 1.7 pounds for VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini to 27.5 pounds for BAIDE 36.
- Measure the table. BAIDE 36 is 36 inches long and its listing recommends a table at least 38 to 40 inches long.
- Look at the carry options, since HGD Small, VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini each include a bag.
- Compare BTU between the propane picks alone, since BAIDE 36 lists 40,000 BTU and Ciays Tabletop lists 50,000 BTU.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which pick lists firestarter squares as a fuel?
VivaGarden 8 does. Its listing says it burns wood, pellets or firestarter squares.
Which pick lists a recommended table length?
BAIDE 36 does. Its listing recommends a table at least 38 to 40 inches long.
Can I put a small wood pit on a glass table?
The HGD Small listing says it is not compatible with glass surfaces. Check each maker’s guidance before you set any pit on glass.
What is the best tabletop fire pit for a small balcony?
HGD Mini is listed for balconies and measures 5.5 by 5.5 inches. VivaGarden 8 is also compact at 5.8 by 5.8 inches.
Final Verdict
Our best tabletop fire pit pick is BAIDE 36, a 36-inch propane unit with a wind glass shield and electronic ignition. Choose HGD Small for a stable wood or pellet burner, or Ciays Tabletop for 50,000 BTU. VivaGarden 8 and HGD Mini cover small travel-friendly needs.
Best Overall: BAIDEHOME 36-inch tabletop propane fire pit, 40,000 BTU Check Latest Price
Best Stable Base: HGD small tabletop fire pit, 8.8 x 8.6 in, wood or pellets Check Latest Price
Best For Firestarter Squares: VivaGarden smokeless tabletop fire pit, 8.0H x 5.8D, with carry bag Check Latest Price
Match the fuel and table length to your setup before you choose.
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