We compared two portable stainless steel fire pits: the Keplin Portable Folding Fire Pit and the SMOOL 50cm Outdoor Smokeless Fire Pit.
What we looked at
Smoke control, size, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price on a foldable fire pit that doubles as a BBQ grill, the Keplin is the value pick, at £32.99. If you would rather pay £81.00 more for a double-wall airflow system that drastically reduces smoke and a larger 20-inch size seating 4-8 people, the SMOOL is the alternative, at £113.99.
A £32.99 folding fire pit that doubles as a BBQ grill.
A £113.99 fire pit with a smoke-reducing double-wall airflow system.
Keplin Portable Folding Fire Pit with Lid & Carry Bag — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a lightweight, collapsible stainless steel 304 fire pit (55x55x28cm unfolded, 55x55x14cm folded) that doubles as a mini BBQ stove, chiminea or patio heater, with a food-safe, dishwasher-safe grill, a spark guard lid, tool-free assembly, and a carry bag included.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the SMOOL on these listings, at £32.99
- Doubles as a BBQ grill, chiminea or patio heater, per the listing
- Folds flat to 14cm for easy storage
- Dishwasher-safe stainless steel grill
Worth knowing
- No stated smokeless airflow system, unlike the SMOOL
- Smaller size than the SMOOL's 20-inch diameter
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants a multi-purpose BBQ and fire pit
- Those who want the most compact folded size
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a dedicated smokeless design
- Larger gatherings needing more seating room around the fire
SMOOL 50cm Outdoor Smokeless Fire Pit — Smokeless Design
Intended for: Marketed as a 20-inch smokeless fire pit with a double-wall airflow system that maximises oxygen circulation to drastically reduce smoke and sparks, premium 304 stainless steel construction, a removable ash pan for easy disposal, under-two-minute tool-free assembly, and a complete set including a cooking grill rack, fire poker and carry bag.
What we liked
- Double-wall airflow system stated to drastically reduce smoke, not on the Keplin
- Larger 20-inch size, seating 4-8 people, per the listing
- Removable ash pan for easy cleanup
- Complete set with grill rack, poker and carry bag
Worth knowing
- Costs £81.00 more than the Keplin on these listings
- Larger, heavier unit than the Keplin's folding design
Best for
- Buyers who want a dedicated smokeless design
- Anyone hosting larger groups around the fire
- Those who want the easiest ash cleanup
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants the most compact folded storage size
