Look for quality and longevity. The big box store fire pits and tables are normally constructed of low-grade metal with a painted or powder coat finish that looks quite presentable, however, the body will rust after 1-3 years and they will become land fill. Most have a one-year warranty and even this is hard to obtain as it is a 1-800 number that rings somewhere. When you buy a brand name fire pit or fire table from Ultimate Home Comfort it has a warranty that means something. We sell Napoleon patio flame fire pits made from stainless steel with 5-year warranties, all of our Napoleon Fire tables are nearly 100% aluminum with stainless steel burner trays and they are guaranteed for 3 years. Better quality means a better product that will last and cost less in the long run.