I love the smell of wood burning, but hate the smoke. I recently purchased a Solo Yukon series and do not regret my purchase. They truly provide a low smoke and are the top of the line fire pits and hands down beat traditional fire pit design and will give you a quality outdoor experience. I wanted to share what the Cosmopolitan Cowboy learned about these 2 great brands.
Introduction
Smokeless fire pits are becoming a popular choice for those who want to enjoy the warmth and ambiance of an outdoor roaring fire without too much hassle. Buying a smokeless fire pit is no small decision, which is why it’s important to consider all your options before committing to one model from either Solo Stove or Breeo.
This article aims to provide an honest review and comparison between these two leading brands so that you can make the best purchase decision for your needs. Both companies have top-quality construction, efficient burning performance, portability features tailored to different situations, and some unique extra features that set them apart in the market.
From here we’ll walk through their cooking experience, ease of cleaning and maintenance requirements so you can determine which smokeless fire pit would be right for you – Breeo or Solo!
Breeo vs Solo Stove: Who Makes the Best Smokeless Fire Pit?
Comparing premier outdoor fire pit brands Breeo and Solo Stove, this section evaluates the build quality, smokeless performance and ease of use of both products. From portability to extra features, we’ll discuss everything you need to know when choosing between these top contenders in the market. Here is a youtube video from one of my favorite channels, the Barbecue Lab.
Quality and reputation of both brands
Both Breeo and Solo Stove are two of the top quality fire pit manufacturers in the smokeless fire pit market. Both brands have earned a great reputation for their durable construction, efficient heating, and minimalist design.
Breeo has quickly become one of the leading names in smokeless fire pits and boasts an impressive selection of luxurious options with premium features like double-wall construction to improve heat retention while remaining relatively compact for easy transportability.
These fire pits come at a higher price point but offer superior quality that is built to last.
Solo Stove also offers high-quality products that are engineered with efficiency in mind, employing unique airflow systems to maximize heating performance without creating excessive amounts of smoke or emissions.
Comparison of Features and Performance
When deciding between the Solo Stove and Breeo smokeless fire pits, prospective buyers should carefully consider the features and performance of each. Both brands boast high-quality construction and smokeless technology, but they differ in durability, portability, and additional functionalities.
Solo Stove’s reputation for portability positions it as a go-to for those seeking a travel-friendly fire pit, while Breeo’s sturdier construction caters to users looking for a more permanent backyard fixture. The Solo Stove shines with its range of sizes and affordability, whereas Breeo excels in its robust build and versatile cooking performance, though it comes at a higher price point. Remember that the right choice will ultimately align with individual needs, preferences, and intended use.
Feature | Solo Stove | Breeo |
Build Quality | Lightweight stainless steel, designed for portability. | Heavy-duty COR-TEN steel, built for stability and durability. |
Portability | Highly portable, ideal for camping and travel. | More robust and less portable, intended for permanent outdoor setups. |
Heating Performance | Efficient smokeless technology, suitable for recreational use. | Superior smokeless performance, with a more permanent heat presence. |
Extra Features | Various sizes available, limited cooking accessories. | Options for integrated cooking surfaces, expansive accessory range. |
Cleaning & Maintenance | Easily disassembled for cleaning, minimal maintenance. | Designed for longevity, may require periodic steel treatment. |
Price Point | More affordable with a range of budget-friendly options. | Higher initial investment, reflecting the build and material quality. |
Accessory Pricing | Accessories generally cost less, making customization more accessible. | Pricier accessories, mirroring the premium nature of the fire pit. |
Smokeless Performance and Ease of Use
The smokeless performance and ease of use are two essential factors to consider when choosing the best smokeless fire pit. Both Solo Stove and Breo offer high-quality constructions that reach optimal temperatures quickly, while remaining lightweight and portable for effortless transport.
Below is another video I utilized when making my decision on on which smokeless fire pit to buy.
Portability
Portability is an important consideration when selecting a smokeless fire pit, and Breeo and Solo Stove both offer fantastic options designed for easy transport. The Solo Stove Yukon Fire Pit is incredibly lightweight at just 28 pounds, making it effortless to move into different locations such as the park or beach.
It also features folding legs ideal for compact storage while still standing up to impressively high temperatures of 1000°F. On the other hand, Breeo’s X Series 24 weighs around 38 lbs., but comes with two rubber-coated handles that are strategically placed on either end allowing you to easily lift it without burning your hands on its surprisingly thin sides.
Furthermore, it can collapse down from its 24″ diameter base by removing several pieces of the cowl top—allowing you to stash it in any car or store it upright during off-seasons. Both these firepits are highly portable requiring minimal setup time so that no matter where you take them they will be easy and convenient to set up which allows users more freedom when using their firepit outdoors.
Heating Performance
When it comes to heating performance, Breeo and Solo Stove both have smokeless fire pits that generate steady and efficient heat. The main difference between the two is in the design; while Breo uses convection heating from double-wall construction, Solo Stove’s design draws air from underneath and diffuses it around for enhanced heat output.
With Breeo X Series 24 Smokeless Fire Pit, you get an even distribution of heat due to its interior gas baffles that help mix air throughout the flame chamber for optimal combustion.
Meanwhile, Solo Stove Yukon has a unique airflow system with multiple stages of secondary burning which leads to higher efficiency and more thorough combustion without any smoke. Both also have ports at the bottom of the fire pit which allows breathable oxygen into the fire pit keeping temperatures up for longer period than regular wood-burning fire pits making them ideal for small backyards or patios where space can be limited yet ample warmth desired
Cooking Experience
With the ability to cook over a smokeless flame on both Solo and Breo fire pits, users have access to grilling accessories perfect for creating delicious meals outdoors.
Ability to cook on fire pit
With a smokeless fire pit, you can turn your backyard into an outdoor kitchen. Both Solo Stove and Breeo offer models with attractive designs that enhance the aesthetics of any home while providing maximum heating and cooking functionality.
The Solo Stove Yukon is our top pick for all-around performance, offering high heat output thanks to its double wall design that encourages convective airflow from top down. The Beast model includes a 17″ grill grate for grilling meat or vegetables over an open flame without creating unnecessary smoke.
Breeo also offers a competitive selection of products specifically designed with convenience cooking in mind—their X Series features dual utility grates provide a variety of open fire looks as well convenience accessories including pizza steels and dutch ovens which make it easy to bake meals directly on the fire pit surface.
With Solo Stove, buyers have access to an array of optional grilling accessories throughout the range. One great option with the Yukon fire pit includes a cast iron top and grill with a tray that can be added for cooking pizzas or flatbreads. Other add-ons include roasting sticks, pot holders and extending tripods to increase the height of the fire pits.
Breeo fire pits offer a range of cooking accessories that enhance the outdoor culinary experience. One notable option is the Outpost Cooking Grate, made from durable 304 stainless steel, designed to withstand high temperatures. This grate includes a post that inserts into the rim of your fire pit, with an adjustable grate attached, allowing for precise heat control to cook food to perfection. It’s versatile enough for both outdoor cooking and camping, and it comes with a carrying bag for easy transport
Solo Griddle
Breeo Cooking racks
Cooking performance
The cooking performance of both Breeo and Solo Stove smokeless fire pits is impressive. The included accessories allow for grilling and other types of food preparation, making them perfect for campfires, backyard parties, or even weeknight dinners.
With the Solo Stove Yukon model featuring a built-in grill plate under its base to contain charcoal without shifting it around during use – perfect for grilling meat and vegetables – while the Breeo X Series has been designed with a larger size so that you can create an open flame from wood logs or lump charcoal without all the smoke like a traditional wood-burning fire pit.
Both offer excellent portability, making them ideal for small backyards or camping trips. In terms of their overall cooking performance; thanks to their well thought out designs which promote efficient air circulation while producing less smoke than traditional methods – both brands do an excellent job at delivering quality results with each tasty meal cooked on your new fire pit.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Proper upkeep of a smokeless fire pit is key for long-term performance, and both Solo Stove and Breeo have designed their pits to make cleaning as easy as possible. Different models provide different features to simplify the cleaning process, such as removable ash pans or ash catchers that can be emptied conveniently.
My Solo Yukon has a ash pan that I can easily remove and dump. No smoke and no mess, no problems.
Ease of cleaning
Both Breeo and Solo Stove fire pits are designed for fast and efficient cleaning, making them an ideal choice if you don’t want to spend a lot of time on maintenance. With both brands offering easy-access ash pan designs, the heat from your fire will quickly reduce any charcoal or debris to simple white ash which can be removed with minimal effort. This is handy the next day when you want to clean your firepit and not make a mess.
The Breeo X Series 24 Fire Pit has removable panels that make it even easier to clean out the ashes without having to open the entire unit, while Solo’s Yukon Fire Pit also features effective air flow that helps move wasted fuel away from the embers quickly so there’s less mess during cleanup.
In addition, both makers offer accessories such as grill racks and sticks specifically made for their own smokeless designs; these are all easily removed when needed for cleaning or general maintenance.
Maintenance required
Cleaning and maintaining a smokeless fire pit is essential to its healthy operation and longevity. Both Breeo and Solo Stove provide comprehensive care instructions for their smokeless fire pits, focusing on cleaning the ash pan, removing any debris from the grate, keeping igniters clean, lubricating moving parts with silicone spray or vegetable oil, inspecting hoods for damage or wear-and-tear at least once a year, as well as performing regular maintenance on specific components like spark arrestors.
Additionally, both companies suggest regularly inspecting fuel source (wood logs) for size regulations to ensure proper performance of the fire pit as well as avoiding overloading which can prevent combustion correctly due to lack of air circulation.
For added safety precaution each brand also recommends offsetting hot materials away from combustible surfaces while in use.
My Top Picks
Whether you are searching for an all-around, permanent fire pit or a more compact option with great cooking capabilities, I think you can not go wrong with either of these options.
Best all-around: Solo Stove Yukon
The Solo Stove Yukon is renowned for its smokeless performance and reputation as the best portable fire pit you can buy. It features a high-quality construction with no corners cut, giving it rugged portability while still boasting an efficient heating performance.
With extra features like a removable ash pan and grill grate, it makes outdoor cooking easy without all of the mess associated with traditional fire pits. This combination of quality and convenience makes this smokeless fire pit great for weekends away or small backyard parties alike, especially with the smaller Solo Stove Ranger.
Enjoying a solo night with my Solo Yukon!
Best for a permanent fire pit: Breeo X Series
The Breeo X Series fire pits offer some of the most advanced, durable, and efficient options on the market for a permanent smokeless fire pit. Featuring an innovative double-wall design that creates secondary combustion effects, these fire pits provide superior heat output and unparalleled smoke free results even in windy conditions.
A hinged door makes it easy to add fuel as desired as well as access spent embers after use. With rugged steel construction and high-quality finishing throughout, this range is designed to last season after season in any climate or setting.
An optional cooking grate enables users to transform their outdoor space into a kitchen with ease – perfect for campfires or backyard barbecues with family and friends alike! The Breeo X Series provides reliable operation and unbeatable performance making them one of the market’s best permanent smokeless fire pit solutions available today.
Best for cooking and best portable: Breeo Y-Series
The Breeo Y Series smokeless fire pit is a great choice for new buyers looking for an efficient and easy-to-transport outdoor heating solution. Its unique design allows you to cook food directly on the base, while its insulated walls keep the heat inside and direct smoke up and away from your seating area.
One of its standout features is that it’s lightweight (31 pounds) and comes with foldable legs which make it easy to transport in any car or SUV trunk and can burn wood pellets. Additionally, this model also includes adjustable rain caps so no matter the conditions your fire pit will remain lit—making it ideal for camping trips as well!
When compared to other models of portable fire pits on the market such as Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0, The Breeo Y Series has better heating performance due to its enclosed construction (allowing more oxygen into the chamber).
Plus, there are grilling accessories included – like a rack shelf featuring two height settings allowing you to rotate foods easily over open flame or a charcoal grill accessory to access deeper control over meal options (more flavor!).
The Roundup
Smokeless fire pits make it easy to enjoy a cozy backyard camping experience or just relax outdoors with friends and family. These versatile products allow you to cook, roast marshmallows, boil water and much more.
Breeo and Solo Stove are two of the most well-known manufacturers in the market for these kinds of products due to their quality construction, efficient heating performance, portability and versatility.
Both brands offer durable smokeless fire pits that have different features to fit your needs. However, when comparing both options side by side taking into account the accessories included with each model as well as cost-effectiveness and cooking capabilities – it’s clear that Breeo is the best overall choice with its X Series offering unbeatable features such as stainless steel design combined superior heat output whilst being robust enough to last for years regardless of weather conditions.
Meanwhile, Solo Stove offers an excellent all-around solution that relies on either wood or gas fuel sources thanks to its Yukon model which provides high levels of convenience at a great price point; this makes it perfect for anyone who wants something portable without breaking the bank or someone looking for a small but reliable permanent fixerıre pit for their garden seating area.
The Cosmopolitan Cowboy chose the Blue Solo Yukon for its price, portability, and I just like the color blue.
Partners I hope you found this informative and come back to see what the Cosmopolitan Cowboy has planned next.
