Nearly smokeless fires, easy cleanup and a design that looks as good as it burns.
8.8
KADS SCORE
Quick Take
The Bonfire 2.0 delivers on the smokeless promise: secondary combustion burns off the smoke before it reaches your eyes, and the fire genuinely burns hotter and cleaner than a basic pit. The removable ash pan fixes the original’s worst flaw. At $300 it is a premium purchase that transforms the backyard fire experience.
What We Like
- Signature airflow design burns with remarkably little smoke
- Removable ash pan makes cleanup genuinely easy
- 304 stainless steel construction with a lifetime warranty
- Portable enough for camping and tailgates
- Included stand protects decks and grass from heat
What We Don’t Like
- Expensive compared with basic steel fire pits
- Does not radiate heat outward as well as open pits
- Burns through wood faster than traditional pits
- Accessories like the lid and heat deflector add significant cost
Product Details
Full Review
Quality
The Bonfire 2.0 is double walled 304 stainless steel with precision cut airflow holes that feed a secondary burn, which is what kills the smoke. The removable base plate and ash pan are the big 2.0 upgrades, turning cleanup from a chore into a lift and dump. The included stand is a thoughtful addition that protects surfaces. Fit and finish are excellent, and the lifetime warranty reflects Solo Stove’s confidence in the materials.
Value
At $300 the Bonfire costs several times a basic fire pit, and it is worth it if you burn often. The smokeless design is not marketing fluff: it genuinely changes the experience of sitting around a fire. Cheaper pits from Amazon work fine for occasional use, but they smoke, rust and lack the warranty. For regular backyard fires, the Bonfire’s experience premium justifies the price.
Who Should Buy It
Buy it if you host backyard fires regularly and hate smelling like a campfire afterward.
Who Should Skip It
Skip it if you burn twice a year; a basic pit does the job for a tenth of the price.
FINAL VERDICT
The Bonfire 2.0 is the rare premium outdoor product that earns its premium every single use. Less smoke, easier cleanup and a lifetime warranty. If you love fires, this is the one to buy.
8.8 / 10
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