I like the firepit/bowl. I especially like that it came assembled. Pretty much, all we had to do was add the propane tank and the lava rocks. The firepit/bowl seems pretty solid and sturdy. There were a few small places where the paint rubbed off. The box did however include a touch-up paint marker, but the brown is a lighter shade than the darkest brown of the firebowl. The marker seems as though it would be fine if used to touch up the lighter shades of brown used for the simulated brick portion. If you want to touch up the darkest brown areas, you will need to purchase your own touch-up paint marker. I have actually not yet used it on its highest temperature setting, but if standing near it, it gives off good heat on a medium setting, and it does add warmth if sitting approx. 3 feet away on the medium setting. The only complaint I have is that I couldn't get the auto ignite button to work, but it is easy enough to light with a candle lighter, so that is not a deal breaker.

We purchased this as an outdoor heat source for pandemic outdoor social distanced entertaining. However, while it is very attractive and easy to use, it does not produce a lot of actual heat, even on full blast. That being said, we decided to keep it because it is very aesthetically pleasing and as we do a lot of outdoor entertaining in the summer we thought it would be nice to have an attractive feature that wouldn't put off too much heat, but would be fun to sit around in groups. If you are looking for specifically a heat source for the winter outdoor sitting this might not be the best option. If you are looking for ambiance, it would be a perfect fit.

Week 3 Update: This fit pit is temperamental. It stopped working after one use. We were freezing out in the backyard. Next day, we checked that all the parts were secured and tank had air and could not get it to work. It sounded like gas wasn’t going through the line. Was about ready to return it, but husband decided to try and replace the connector hose. When he detached the hose, he found a blockage in the hose that has to be cleared manually. Now it’s working again. Week 1: Exceeded all my expectations! Item arrives fully assembled in the box, just pull it out and put the red lava rocks (included) in the bowl. All metal with faux rock facade on the base. Not too wide and height is perfect while seated in chairs. The 20 lb propane tank goes underneath and is hidden, electronic starter makes it easy to use. It feels warm when you sit close to it but it doesn’t Radiat heat too far. Perfect for 50-60F west coast outdoor weather, may not be warm enough for deep winter weather. But it looks beautiful and so relaxing. Love it!!!