The right fire pit will bring you together with friends and family without leaving you with smoke in your eyes and lungs. Gear Lab tested 17 of the best fire pits from Solo Stove, East Oak, Cuisinart, and more to find the best models.

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From smokeless wood-fired pizzas that impress, mini-tabletop fire pit to safely roast marshmallows and catching football action on...