To begin, the Tiki Firepit is beautiful and it works. From its copper toned rim down to its hairpin legs, it is pretty much perfect. I love that the pellets come packed in a paper bag so there is no waste -- and as it burns, it produces a giant, bright white flame that expends well above the rim. You will definitely want to keep your chairs back a bit.

Sure you can use firewood, it will burn longer, but it doesn't burn as warm or bright. My only wish is that they sold the pellets by the pallet. 4 bags at a time just seems silly, once you see how nicely they burn. You will want a fire every night.