Propane Fire Pits Round: Outland Living vs Napoleon

Round propane fire pit tables have gotten genuinely good in the last few years, and the category is now crowded enough that picking one requires actual homework. Two products keep surfacing in that research: the Outland Living Series 403 44” Propane Fire Pit Table and the Napoleon St. Tropez Rectangle Patioflame Fire Table. They’re both propane-fueled, both table-format, and both marketed to people who want a permanent outdoor living setup rather than a backyard bonfire situation. But they’re aimed at different buyers, and the price difference between them is substantial enough to matter. I’ll give you a straight read on both.

If you’re still working out what category of product makes sense for your space, the Fire Pits & Patio Heaters section covers the broader range of options before you commit to a table-format fire pit.

At-a-Glance

The Outland Living Series 403 is a 44-inch round table with a concrete-look top, currently around $280 to $320 on Amazon depending on when you’re looking. The Napoleon St. Tropez runs significantly higher, in the $600 to $700 range at the time of writing, and is rectangular rather than round, with a rustic bronze aluminum frame.

Both connect to propane. The Napoleon also includes a natural gas conversion kit, which changes the long-term math considerably. Both produce meaningful heat output. The Outland Living claims 50,000 BTU. Napoleon publishes 40,000 BTU for the St. Tropez, though the flame quality and control on the Napoleon are noticeably more refined.

A few quick facts side by side.

Outland Living Series 403

• Shape: Round, 44 inches
• BTU: 50,000
• Ignition: Manual push-button
• Fuel: Propane only
• Frame material: Steel with concrete-look top
• Natural gas capable: No
• Price range: $280 to $320

Napoleon St. Tropez

• Shape: Rectangle

• BTU: 40,000
• Ignition: Electronic, adjustable flame height
• Fuel: Propane (natural gas conversion included)
• Frame material: Rustic bronze cast aluminum
• Natural gas capable: Yes (kit included)
• Price range: $600 to $700

The Outland Living is the stronger raw-BTU number. The Napoleon is the better-built, more future-proof product.

Why Choose the Outland Living Series 403

The main argument for the Outland Living is straightforward: you get a functional outdoor table with a fire feature at a price that doesn’t require much deliberation. The 50,000 BTU output will heat a 15-foot radius adequately for four to six people sitting around it. If you’ve ever sat around a fire pit that looked the part but produced about as much warmth as a citronella candle, 50,000 BTU is a different experience.

The concrete-look tabletop is the design move that makes this product work as furniture. Put the burner cover on, and it functions as a full outdoor table. Take it off, light the burner, and it’s a fire pit. For a patio where you need dual-use furniture, this is the case for it. If that concept appeals to you, I’d also look at the broader options covered in the fire pit with coffee table category, because there are some variations worth knowing about before you decide.

Setup is not complicated. The regulator hose comes pre-attached and connects directly to a standard 20-lb propane tank, which sits inside the cabinet base. No trips to a specialty gas supplier, no conversion decisions. A 20-lb tank costs around $20 to $25 to refill and lasts roughly 8 to 10 hours at full output. Less if you’re running it hard in cold weather, more if you dial it back.

The frame is steel with a powder-coat finish. It’s not as premium as cast aluminum. In a covered outdoor space or a climate with mild winters, that’s probably fine. In an environment with hard winters and wet springs, you’re looking at a product that will show its age in three to four years. A fitted propane fire pit cover helps considerably if you’re leaving this outside year-round.

The weight is worth flagging. The concrete-look top is heavy, and once this table is assembled and positioned, relocating it is a two-person job. If your patio layout changes seasonally or you’re renting, that’s a real consideration.

The case in plain terms. You want a fire table that functions as outdoor furniture. You don’t want to spend $600. You’re connecting to a propane tank and want the process to be uncomplicated. The Outland Living Series 403 delivers all of that.

Why Choose the Napoleon St. Tropez

Napoleon built its reputation on grills, and the engineering credibility shows in the St. Tropez. The electronic ignition is not just a convenience feature. It’s a reliable system that lets you adjust flame height from low to high without relighting. If you’ve wrestled with a push-button igniter in cold or windy weather (I have, more times than I’d like), that matters. The Outland Living’s manual ignition is fine when conditions cooperate.

The rustic bronze cast aluminum frame is the right material for a permanent outdoor installation. Aluminum doesn’t rust. The finish doesn’t fade the way powder-coated steel does. If you’re building a patio setup you intend to keep for ten years, the Napoleon is built to that timeline in a way the Outland Living isn’t.

The natural gas conversion kit is the most underrated part of the value argument. Propane at $20 to $25 per refill, used regularly through spring and fall, adds up. Natural gas, if you have a line or are willing to have one run, eliminates the tank logistics entirely and costs significantly less per hour of use. The St. Tropez includes the conversion hardware. The Outland Living has no conversion option. Over two or three years of regular use, the Napoleon’s higher upfront cost can close significantly against ongoing propane costs. That calculation depends on how often you actually use it, which is something only you know. (Though if the answer is “rarely,” neither of these is the right buy.)

The glass ember bed requires occasional cleaning, which is minor maintenance but worth knowing. Fine glass media shifts with use, and after a full season you’ll want to level it and remove debris. This is not a criticism, just the reality of how these burner beds work.

For readers comparing rectangular table formats specifically, the rectangular fire pit table section has more context on sizing and proportions for different patio configurations.

At $600 to $700, the Napoleon is not an impulse purchase. But if you’re building a permanent outdoor living space and want a product that looks premium, performs cleanly, and doesn’t require annual tank management once converted to natural gas, it earns that price point.

The case in plain terms. You’re designing a permanent outdoor setup. You want a fire table that looks and performs like grown-up outdoor furniture, not a patio accessory. You’re open to natural gas conversion, or you’re already on natural gas. The Napoleon St. Tropez is the right product.

Verdict

Buy the Outland Living Series 403 if your priority is a functional fire table that doubles as outdoor furniture at a price that leaves room in the budget for the rest of your patio. It’s a solid mid-tier product. It heats well, it’s practical, and it doesn’t require you to overthink the purchase.

Buy the Napoleon St. Tropez if you’re investing in a permanent space and want a product built to last. The electronic ignition, the cast aluminum frame, and the natural gas conversion option are not marketing extras. They’re the reasons this costs more, and they’re worth the money if the use case fits.

Between these two, I’d go Napoleon for a patio I was actually building out with intent to keep. I’d go Outland Living for a rental situation, a secondary outdoor space, or anywhere the budget is a real constraint. There isn’t a wrong answer here, there’s just a mismatch to avoid. A buyer who stretches to buy a premium product for a space they use four times a year is worse off than a buyer who spends $300 on exactly the right product for their situation.

For anyone still deciding what type of outdoor heat makes sense, the full fire and heat options guide is worth a look before you commit to a table-format burner specifically.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a 20-lb propane tank last in a fire pit table?

At full output, a 20-lb tank typically lasts 8 to 10 hours. Running the burner at a lower flame setting extends that. Real-world usage tends to vary because most people don’t run fire pit tables at maximum output for extended periods. Budget roughly $20 to $25 per refill for a standard exchange tank, or slightly less if you refill rather than exchange.

Can I convert these fire pit tables to natural gas?

The Napoleon St. Tropez includes a natural gas conversion kit in the box. The Outland Living Series 403 does not support natural gas and is propane-only. If you have a natural gas line on your property or are planning to have one installed, the Napoleon is the only option between these two that accommodates it. Understanding what’s involved in a propane fire pit burner setup versus a natural gas line connection is worth researching before you decide.

Are these fire pit tables safe on a wood deck?

Both products produce radiant heat from an open flame and should be positioned with adequate clearance from combustible surfaces. The general guidance is a minimum of 10 feet from structures, and both require the propane tank to be stored in the enclosed base during use. A wood deck is a common installation surface, but you should check the manufacturer documentation for specific clearance requirements and consider a heat-resistant mat under the unit.

Do these fire pit tables come assembled?

Neither arrives fully assembled. The Outland Living Series 403 requires moderate assembly, typically an hour or so for one person. The Napoleon St. Tropez is comparable. The concrete-look tabletop on the Outland Living is heavy, so having a second person for that portion of assembly is practical rather than optional.

What’s the difference in heat output between these two tables?

The Outland Living Series 403 is rated at 50,000 BTU, which the manufacturer describes as covering approximately a 15-foot radius. The Napoleon St. Tropez is rated at 40,000 BTU. In practical terms, both produce enough heat to make a seated group of four to six people comfortable on a cool evening. Raw BTU isn’t the only measure of perceived warmth. Flame height, wind conditions, and how close people are sitting all affect the experience. The Outland Living has the higher number, but the Napoleon’s adjustable flame control gives you more flexibility in managing output.