Not only do i love the way this firepit looks (way nicer than just a big shiny can) but we all love the way it works. Very easy to start with the pellet starter bags. The larger bags do provide about 30 minutes of smokeless fire. This firepit also burns wood very cleanly. I got this so I could sit outside with my girlfriend because she hated the way smoke would "follow her" around the yard. This firepit is amazing and almost completely smokeless. I totally reccommend this firepit to anyone who enjoys a backyard firepit.