The round fire pit eliminated awkward corners around my previous square fire pit. Plus, it's lower profile helped make the heat and visual more friendly.  The gas piping it comes with is about 10 ft long, not the three foot that the profile says it comes with. Plenty long to get the gas tank far enough away from the fire pit. The unit gives off great heat and great ambiance. Bought some fire logs to add to it and it makes a world of difference. Well worth the investment!