REASONS TO BUY
Two swivel grills
Cover plate helps it double as table
Space for drinks
Includes poker and cover
REASONS TO AVOID
Long assembly time
Thin metal easily bends
Scratches and rusts
Grills very thin
OutVue with Grills Review
A great value with incredible 3-in-1 functionality, if it lasts
Credit: Chris McNamara
By Chris McNamara ⋅ Founder and Editor-in-Chief ⋅ March 10, 2026
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Our Verdict
There are a lot of inexpensive fire pits out there, but you come with as much versatility as the Outview. We use it as a fire pit, a grill, and a coffee table. It does all three functions well, but not exceptionally well. The grill works, but it's quite thin and much better to cook on tinfoil than directly on the metal. The assembly time takes a while. You have to be careful and use the included cover to keep it from getting rested and bent quickly. Overall, this is about a tenth of the price of a premium smokeless fire pit with all the premium accessories.
Our Analysis and Test Results
Likes
While not a smokeless fire pit, we were able to manage the smoke with dry, not overstuffed wood.
Cozy flames are going strong on the Outview. While not a smokeless pit, here the fire is managed with dry, properly loaded wood. There is enough air from the bottom to keep this fire burning hot. Credit: Chris McNamara
When not used as a fire pit, it is a great coffee table. Putting the lid on also gives you peace of mind when you are no longer monitoring the fire pit and want to go back inside.
With the Lid on, you have an instant outdoor coffee table. It also provides peace of mind when heading inside when you are done with the fire for the evening. Credit: Chris McNamara
The lid also protects the inside from weather and from the elements, although we definitely recommend using the included cover
We tested this pit in all conditions and exposed it to a Sierra Storm. After the snow, there was some rush on the inside of the pit, but not on the coated exterior. Credit: Chris McNamara
The table helps keep small children from getting as close to the fire pit. This is a nice bonus, and often buying a fire pit means premium smokeless models cost many hundreds of dollars.
Unlike most smokeless fire pits, it's fun to look through the sides and actually see the glowing fire. You also feel the fire more.
One big plus in disguise: unlike most smokeless pits, you can actually see the glowing fire and feel the warmth through the open diamond and oval cutouts. It's more enjoyable to watch! Credit: Chris McNamara
Dislikes
The biggest dislike is the assembly time. This fire pit comes with many parts and screws.
One of the biggest downsides to the Outvue is assembly. So many parts, screws, and pieces… it took longer than expected to get this guy up and running. The upside is the “IKEA Effect”, where we now feel a stronger bond to the finished product since a lot of our time and energy went into assembling it. Credit: Chris McNamara
This is not a true smokeless fire pit, so if you don't carefully manage the fire, we did experience more smoke than many other fire pits.
Not truly smokeless—if you don't manage the fire carefully, smoke can build up more than with dedicated smokeless models. Credit: Chris McNamara
It is not easy to clean. There is no removable pan, so you can easily tip it over; you need to manually scoop out the ashes. We use the Pure Garden Store Ash Bucket.
Should You Buy the Outvue?
If you don't use this fire pit much and are very careful about covering it or storing it indoors when not in use, you can get a lot of life out of it. That said, it's made of thin metal, and many people will run into rust and longevity issues. If you're careful with it, it has a lot of value and will delight many people.
We love that the grills pivot to the side so they are out of view, and they let you better control your grilling temp. Credit: Chris McNamara
What Other Fire Pits Should You Consider?
The main competitor in this review is the Yaheetech Multifunctional Table. We like the bigger size of the Outvue, the ease of turning it into a coffee table, and the grills. However, the Yaheetech is much more affordable. The big question is whether you want all the flexibility of the Outvue or the smokeless portability of the GVDV Smokeless, which is about the same cost.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Compare OutVue with Grills versus top competing products:
| Awards |  Best Value With Grills and Table |
|---|---|
| Price | $110 List Check Price at Amazon |
Overall Score  |
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| Star Rating | |
| Bottom Line | A great value with incredible 3-in-1 functionality, if it lasts |
| Pros | Two swivel grills, cover plate helps it double as table, space for drinks, includes poker and cover |
| Cons | Long assembly time, thin metal easily bends, scratches and rusts, grills very thin |
| Rating Categories | OutVue with Grills |
| Heat Output (45%) | |
| Smoke Management (30%) | |
| Portability (10%) | |
| Ease of Cleaning (10%) | |
| Ease of Assembly (5%) | |
| Specifications | OutVue with Grills |
| Measured Weight | 25.2 lbs |
| Fuel Type | Wood |
| Measured Burn Time | 45 minutes |
| Measured Assembly Time | 40 Minutes |
| Max Recommended Log Length | 15" |
| Measured Inner Diameter | 23.2" |
| Measured Dimensions | 36.3"D x 16.5"H |
| Material | Steel |
| Ignition Type | Lighter required |
| Removable Ash Tray | No |
—Chris McNamara
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