We have enjoyed a large cast iron chiminea for the past 15 years.  I first saw the solo product a couple of years ago on social media and have followed it for this entire time.  Last week my wife surprised me with the Solo Yukon for our gazebo patio area!  The next day I assembled it and was so surprised with the efficiency of the heat distribution.  The kindling starter I used in the chiminea produced no heat whereas the kindling produced amazing heat from the solo yukon.  Once we could start adding logs we were amazed and sit by the fire for several hours in 45 degree weather, me in short sleeves.  Amazing product, only wish I had purchased much earlier.  Now it's time for the cover and other accessories to complete our Solo Yukon.  Needless to say, the chiminea has been retired!