Propane fire pits are usually compared to a simple camp stove. The main difference is how hot the propane fire pit can get, which is on average around 50,000 BTU. They are great for creating the feel of a wood-burning fire, without the wood-burning part. These fire pits have a gas burner that hooks up to a propane tank. Most of the time, a 20 lbs. propane tank will do. No wood or other equipment is required. It really is that simple. The hose will connect the gas burner to the propane, and that's it!