All My Friends Are Hooked on BioLite's Smart, Smokeless Fire Pit
Ah, there's nothing like a sweet summer night with friends, huddled around a crackling flame for cocktails, conversation, and everyone’s favorite: s’mores. Bonfire season is almost here, folks, and outdoor hangs with some flame power is the best way to unwind after a busy work week, or heck–a stressful AF year.
While old-fashion, built-in bonfires are a great look, they aren’t always the most practical, and they can cause your crew to shuffle around to avoid wind gusts of smoke—just thinking about it makes us cough. An alternative to a smokey stationary fire pit is the BioLite FirePit+. The TLDR on this baby is that it’s an above-ground, portable, smokeless, smart, flame-burning cage with the ability to turn into a grill. That’s a lot to process, but don't worry, we'll break this all down for you, including all the important updates to the top seller this year.
The most notable feature about the BioLite FirePit+ (and what initially piqued my interested) is the smokeless smart feature. If you’re sensitive to smoke (no shame, tough guys), this is for you. Attached to the cage is an advanced air flow system, powered by a rechargeable battery that circulates air. It’s intentionally designed with 51 tiny jets that keep the flames consistent, increasing combustion at a rapid speed. This process eliminates the smoke, saving your skin and eyes from potential irritation.
You can control the power of the jets directly through phone via the BioLite app. It gives you the option of “low, medium, high, and max” flame power. One slight drawback is that the higher you go in speed, the louder the fans become. An outdoor speaker easily overpowers this when entertaining, but if you’re seeking the silent crackle of nature and crickets, you won’t find it here. The higher you go in speed, the less battery time you have. With the new BioLite FirePit+, you get 30 hours on low, 14 hours on medium, and 7 hours on high. The battery pack doubles as a portable charger for your devices, including your smart phone.
BioLite listened to customer complaints after their first iteration. It went from a good idea with room for improvement, to an exceptional outdoor device. It’s now made with high temperature enamel coating for better durability and an easier cleanup. The cage is made of X-Ray mesh and gives a 360 degree view of the flames. It drastically improves heat radiated from the fire, so your crew can sit back, relax, and enjoy this mesmerizing centerpiece from any distance.
The burn chamber holds up to four pieces of wood and lasts much longer than your traditional burn, thanks to the smart and efficient air flow. It accommodates charcoal, too, and can be quickly turned into a full hibachi-style grill for grill masters in the wild.
The device weighs under 20 pounds and can be easily transported with two people holding each end. But if you ask me, the custom carrying case is worth the extra thirty bucks for easier solo carries. Plus, the case doubles as extra storage protection when this is not in use.
Over the past year, the BioLite FirePit has sold out multiple times on Amazon and other retailers. Now, with the latest 2021 upgrade, and as we approach peak campfire season, we expect to see that same movement.
If you’re anything like me, already dreaming about balmy beach nights, spontaneous camping trips, or simple backyard hangs, this is one high-tech summer gadget to add to your list this season. A good ole-fashion campfire is an OG ritual that simply brings people together. With the latest smart technology, this once Boy Scout tool is now a technical innovation of the future.
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