Outland Firebowl 893 Deluxe

58,000 BTU across a 19-inch ring

The 893 Deluxe shares its 58,000 BTU burner with the larger Outland Mega, but spreads that heat across a smaller 19-inch diameter ring. The result is a more concentrated flame that warms a 3-4 person circle effectively, with the reviewer at YuenX noting the burner 'produces enough heat for up to about 10 people' when everyone is sitting close.

Burn quality is steady and predictable at any flame setting. The control knob adjusts smoothly from a low-and-blue ambiance flame up to a full orange ring that licks 8-12 inches above the lava rocks. Wind affects propane pits less than wood pits, and the 893's relatively low rim means the flame is exposed enough to look like a real fire but shielded enough to survive moderate breezes.

Setup and Portability

Setup is genuinely under five minutes, even the first time. The reviewer at The Camping Nerd confirmed it: 'I can take the fire pit and the propane tank out of the truck bed and have everything hooked up and running in less than 5 minutes.' Connect the regulator, arrange the lava rocks, light it with the included flint, adjust the knob, done.

Portability is the 893's defining trait. At 23 lbs with rocks installed and 19 inches across, it fits in a truck bed without a wrestle, slides into RV exterior storage compartments, and stows in a garage corner when not in use. The included carry kit makes hauling between the patio and the truck a one-handed job. Wood pits in this guide (Yukon, Landmann) are not realistically portable in the same way.

Fire Ban Compliance

The 893 is CSA-certified, which is the legal hook that lets it operate during most municipal and campground fire bans. The CSA certification appears on the burner assembly itself. YuenX confirmed the certification directly — 'The Firebowl 893 Deluxe is certified by the CSA' — and reported that 'most places in California do not restrict propane stoves or propane firepits during high fire season,' while cautioning that 'You should always check local fire restrictions.' The Camping Nerd makes the general case for propane: pits like this one 'are also allowed during some fire bans with permission, and are less of a risk for forest fires.' Many western US campgrounds during summer high-fire seasons specifically permit propane firebowls when wood is prohibited.

Always confirm with the specific campground or municipality — the CSA certification gives you the legal basis to ask, but enforcement varies. Some jurisdictions during stage 2 fire restrictions ban all open flames regardless of fuel source. Most allow CSA-certified propane appliances with a shutoff valve, which the 893 has.

10-foot hose beats the typical 4 to 6 feet

Construction is powder-coated steel with a 304 stainless steel burner — the same material grade Outland uses on the Mega. The powder coating holds up well to weather; the reviewer at YuenX scored the 893 4.0/5 on design after long-term testing without notable rust or finish issues. The lava rocks (4.4 lbs included) double as both heat reservoirs and decorative cover for the burner ring.

The 10-foot pre-attached hose is a quality-of-life win over cheaper pits that ship a 4-6 foot hose. You can place the propane tank behind a vehicle wheel or in the truck bed and still have the pit positioned at the campsite. Outland sells a longer hose extension separately if you want to keep the tank inside an RV propane compartment.

17,000 reviews averaging 4.8 stars

Online review density is the strongest durability signal for the 893. With over 17,000 Amazon reviews averaging 4.8 stars, the failure-mode signal is well established: very few owners report burner failures or weather damage in the first 2-3 years of normal use. YuenX's long-term review at six months reported zero issues across regular weekend use.

The lava rocks are consumable and will eventually crumble after a couple of seasons of repeated heat cycles. Replacement bags are inexpensive (under $20) and any natural lava rock from a hardware store works. The burner assembly itself is the wear-critical part, and Outland's one-year manufacturer warranty covers it.

Warmth fades past 4 feet from the rim

At 19 inches and 58,000 BTU, you get a strong but compact flame — sitting more than 4 feet from the rim, the warmth fades fast. The Mega 883's 24-inch diameter is meaningfully better for larger gatherings, even at the same BTU rating, because the heat is spread over a wider ring of flame.

Manual ignition is a minor annoyance that comes up every single light. Holding the flint near the lava rocks, turning the knob, and waiting for ignition is a 5-second operation but feels antiquated next to a push-button piezo. Some users keep a long-reach BBQ lighter on hand instead.

Best value for campers and RV owners

The 893 Deluxe is the default pick for campers, RV owners, and anyone who needs fire-ban compliance in a portable package. It also makes a strong small-patio choice for couples or 2-3 person households who do not need to seat large groups around it. At a typical $150-$180 selling price it is the best dollar-for-dollar performer in this guide.

It is the wrong pit if you want true wood fire ambiance, which only the Yukon and Landmann can deliver.

Accessories alone would cost $50 to $80 elsewhere

At $160 list, the 893 Deluxe delivers more burner per dollar than any other propane pit in this guide. The same 58,000 BTU burner ships on the Mega for $100-$120 more. The accessories included in the box (cover, carry kit, lava rocks, stabilizer ring, 10-foot hose) would add up to another $50-$80 if purchased separately on competing pits.

Watch for sales during summer outdoor-season clearance and Black Friday — the 893 routinely drops to the $130-$140 range. At that price it becomes one of the best outdoor purchase decisions a camper or small-patio owner can make.

A 5-pound tank still lasts 2 to 4 hours

Across the long-tail of camping, RV, and overlanding review sites, the 893 Deluxe appears more often than any other propane fire pit. YuenX's structured 4.35/5 scorecard rated Performance 4.8/5 and Ease of Use 4.8/5 after six months of regular use, with the reviewer calling it 'one of my favorite camping gadgets.' The Camping Nerd echoed the speed-of-setup praise: under 5 minutes from truck bed to lit fire.

Over 17,000 Amazon reviews averaging 4.8 stars is the broader market signal. Review-density at that scale is the strongest possible signal that the product does what it claims under real conditions — buyers are not returning it broken, and they are not posting one-star complaints about misleading specs. For a $160 propane pit, that consistency is the entire value proposition.

RV and camping forums are where the 893 has earned its reputation over the past decade. Reviewers on long-haul Airstream and Class B builds consistently put the 893 on their short list of must-have exterior accessories, citing the combination of CSA fire-ban compliance, fast setup, and stowable footprint. The reviewer at YuenX, who paired it with a refillable 5-lb propane tank for tighter RV storage, confirmed that smaller tank still delivers 2-4 hours of fire per fill — a useful data point for buyers worried about 20-lb tank handling at remote campsites.

Same burner as the Mega, in a smaller bowl

In this guide, the 893 is the price-conscious counterpart to the larger Outland Mega 883. Same burner output, same hose length, same fuel compatibility — just a smaller bowl. Buyers who need real portability should pick the 893 every time. Buyers who plan to host larger groups on a fixed patio should step up to the Mega.

Versus competing portable propane brands at similar prices — Camp Chef Redwood, Hampton Bay portable, and the Bond Aurora — the 893 wins on review density and accessory ecosystem. Outland sells covers, hose extensions, natural-gas conversion kits, and replacement burners as named accessories, which extends the practical service life of the product line beyond what less-supported brands can match.