Rectangular Fire Pit Table: Outland vs Napoleon

If you spend any time looking at rectangular fire pit tables, you’ll hit the same fork in the road fairly quickly. There’s the mid-range, does-what-it-says category, and there’s the spend-more-and-get-more category. The Outland Living Series 403 44” Propane Fire Pit Table and the Napoleon St. Tropez Rectangle Patioflame Fire Table represent those two categories clearly enough that a real comparison is worth doing. One runs around $350,$400 on Amazon at time of writing. The other runs closer to $900,$1,100 depending on where you find it. That gap needs justification, and I’ll tell you whether it gets one.

Both are propane-compatible rectangular fire tables, both function as outdoor furniture when not lit, and both skip the smoke and ash of wood entirely. If you’re still deciding between a gas table and a wood-burning option, the Fire Pits & Patio Heaters section of this site covers that ground more broadly. For here, I’m assuming you’ve already landed on gas and want to know which of these two is the better buy for your situation.

At-a-Glance

The Outland Living Series 403 is a 44-inch rectangular table with a concrete-look resin top, 50,000 BTU output, and a pre-attached regulator hose sized for a standard 20 lb propane tank. It weighs around 68 lbs assembled and currently sells for approximately $360,$400 on Amazon.

The Napoleon St. Tropez is a slightly larger rectangular table with a rustic bronze powder-coated aluminum frame, electronic push-button ignition, and a glass ember bed. It ships configured for propane and includes a natural gas conversion kit. Assembled weight is lighter than the Outland, around 55 lbs, despite the premium build. Price is currently around $950,$1,100 depending on the retailer.

| Feature | Outland Living Series 403 | Napoleon St. Tropez | |,|,|,| | Approx. Price | $360,$400 | $950,$1,100 | | BTU Output | 50,000 BTU | 40,000 BTU |

| Ignition | Manual match/lighter | Electronic push-button | | Frame Material | Resin/concrete-look top | Powder-coated aluminum | | Natural Gas Ready | No | Yes (kit included) | | Tank Storage | External 20 lb tank | External or convertible | | Table Surface | Yes, with cover plate | Yes, with cover plate | | Approximate Weight | 68 lbs | 55 lbs |

One number that trips people up: the Outland has higher BTU output, but BTU alone doesn’t tell you everything about the quality of a fire. The Napoleon’s lower output produces a more visually refined flame profile, which matters if the fire is partly a design element and not purely a heat source.

Why Choose the Outland Living Series 403

The pitch for the Outland is straightforward. You get a functional rectangular fire pit table that heats a legitimate 15-foot radius, covers with a tabletop surface for everyday outdoor use, and connects directly to a standard 20 lb propane tank with no additional fittings or adapters. The regulator hose comes pre-attached. You’re not improvising anything.

At 50,000 BTU, this is more raw heat output than the Napoleon. If you’re sitting outside on a cool October evening and actually want to be warm rather than merely ambient, the Outland earns its numbers. Expect a full tank to last roughly 8,10 hours at maximum output, which is honest if not exceptional. At full burn through multiple evenings, you’ll be refilling or swapping tanks more often than you might expect. (I’ve done the math on a season’s worth of evenings and it adds up faster than the purchase price suggests, so factor that in.)

The concrete-look tabletop is convincing enough at a distance and holds up adequately to outdoor conditions. The tempered glass top, covered with the included steel lid, functions as a real table surface, not an afterthought. This is the table if you want a piece that earns its square footage even when the fire isn’t running.

The assembly is manageable solo, though the top is heavy enough that having a second person present makes it less of an ordeal. Once assembled and positioned, plan to leave it where it is. At 68 lbs, relocation is technically possible but not something you’ll do casually.

For buyers who’ve looked at options like a fire pit with a hidden propane tank and found them either too expensive or too complicated to install, the Outland’s external tank approach is simpler and cheaper without being sloppy. The tank sits beside or underneath depending on your patio configuration.

The Outland Living Series 403 is the right call if your budget is under $500, you want maximum heat output, and you’re not planning to run a natural gas line to your patio. It’s competent, appropriately priced, and doesn’t pretend to be something it isn’t.

Why Choose the Napoleon St. Tropez

Napoleon makes grills, and the brand competence carries over here. The St. Tropez isn’t trying to be the cheapest fire table on the market, and the build quality reflects that clearly.

The frame is powder-coated aluminum in a rustic bronze finish. It will not rust. It will not fade noticeably over several seasons of outdoor exposure. If you’ve owned any outdoor furniture with a steel frame and watched it degrade through a few hard winters and wet springs, you’ll appreciate this. The finish quality reads as furniture-grade rather than patio-accessory-grade, which matters if you’re placing this in a visible outdoor living area.

Electronic ignition is listed as a feature and genuinely functions as one. Push the button, the flame appears. No reaching into the fire bed with a long lighter, no failed ignition attempts in a light wind. For a table that gets used frequently, the convenience compounds. The flame height is adjustable through a dial, which lets you modulate the fire’s presence depending on whether you want warmth or ambiance.

The included natural gas conversion kit is the strongest long-term value argument for the Napoleon. Propane tanks are an ongoing cost. A 20 lb tank runs roughly $20,$25 to fill, and if you’re using the table regularly across a full outdoor season, you’ll spend $150,$200 or more on fuel alone. If you have natural gas service to your home, running a line to a permanent patio installation eliminates that recurring cost. The math pays back the price premium over a few seasons if you use the table consistently. This is worth a conversation with a plumber or gas fitter before you buy, and your local codes will govern what’s required.

For buyers considering a propane fire pit burner as a standalone insert, the Napoleon’s conversion kit actually makes more sense than building toward a custom setup at comparable cost.

At around 55 lbs, the Napoleon is lighter than the Outland despite looking more substantial, which makes repositioning for seasonal furniture arrangements easier. The glass ember bed requires occasional cleaning to keep it looking intentional rather than neglected. That’s a five-minute task, not a maintenance burden.

The St. Tropez is a permanent outdoor living investment. If you’re designing a patio space you intend to keep for a decade and you’re spending real money on furniture to match, the Napoleon belongs in that context. Compared to something like the Outland 44”, it costs more than twice as much. Compared to a premium teak or powder-coated aluminum patio set, it prices in line with the category it’s competing in. You can find more context on how it fits into a broader patio heating strategy in our fire and heat product coverage.

If you’re looking at elevated outdoor furniture options and comparing the Napoleon against a fire pit with coffee table configuration, the St. Tropez holds its own as a design piece while delivering actual heat, which not all double-duty outdoor tables manage.

Verdict

The Napoleon St. Tropez is the better product. The build quality is higher, the ignition is better, the natural gas conversion has real long-term value, and it will look as good in five years as it does now. If you’re building a patio you care about and you’ll use this table regularly, the premium is justified.

But the Outland Living Series 403 is the smarter buy for most people reading this. The price difference between the two is $550,$700 depending on current listings. The Outland delivers 50,000 BTU, a functional table surface, and an easy propane connection for roughly $375. It doesn’t require a gas line, an electrician, or a commitment to a permanent patio layout. For renters, for seasonal-use patios, for buyers who want a fire table without a four-figure line item, it does everything the category promises.

My recommendation: buy the Napoleon if you’re also spending money on good outdoor furniture and you have access to natural gas. Buy the Outland if you’re not sure this is the last fire table you’ll own, or if $375 is the number that makes sense right now. Either way, you’re getting a gas fire table that’s cleaner and more convenient than any wood-burning alternative at this size.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

At full output on the Outland Living Series 403 (50,000 BTU), a standard 20 lb tank lasts approximately 8,10 hours. At lower flame settings, that extends to 12 hours or more. A 20 lb tank costs roughly $20,$25 to refill at most hardware stores or gas suppliers.

Can I convert the Napoleon St. Tropez to natural gas?

Yes. The Napoleon St. Tropez ships with a natural gas conversion kit included in the box. The conversion requires a dedicated natural gas line run to your patio. That work needs to be done by a licensed plumber or gas fitter, and local permitting requirements vary. The conversion eliminates ongoing propane costs, which makes it worthwhile if you use the table consistently across a season.

Are rectangular fire pit tables safe to use on a wood deck?

Both tables produce an open flame and radiate heat downward and outward. On a wood deck, keep the table at least 24,36 inches clear of any combustible materials and place it on a fire-rated mat or a non-combustible surface beneath the legs. Check your local fire codes, as some municipalities restrict open-flame gas appliances on elevated wood decks.

Do these fire tables work as actual tables when not in use?

Both the Outland Series 403 and the Napoleon St. Tropez include a cover panel for the burner opening, which converts the fire opening into a flat table surface. The Outland’s tempered glass and steel lid combination is functional and stable. The Napoleon’s cover is similar in design. Neither surface is rated for heavy loads, but both work for drinks, plates, and general patio use.

Which is easier to assemble: the Outland or the Napoleon?

The Outland Living Series 403 takes most buyers 45,60 minutes with basic tools. The concrete-look top is heavy enough that two people makes assembly easier. The Napoleon St. Tropez has a lighter frame and is slightly simpler to assemble, with most buyers reporting around 30,45 minutes. Both come with instructions adequate for the task, and neither requires any special tools beyond a wrench and a screwdriver.