I bought a corten steel X24 about 4 years ago. Reason for the choice at that time - most of which would still apply today (though both companies have expanded their offerings substantially). Your actual testing aside, at the time most people were saying that the breeo put out more heat to the sides. I didn’t really plan on cooking on it but it was nice to know that was an option (not as much a distinction today). I preferred the look to the stainless design. And, I liked that it was made in the US. My pit rusted more quickly than most, I’m guessing in part due to the two golden retrievers swimming in our salt water pool. While I like the look it’s continuing to happen and the material is flaking off quite a bit (with more rust underneath). It’s going to take a while to rust through given how heavy the material is but over time I do think it’s going to cause some structural damage. Also, you do need to put it on some type of stand or you will do damage to the pavers or whatever surface it’s on. I’m really surprised by your testing of the heat deflector. We’ve all been amazed at how significant the difference is when you put it in place. I would consider it a very worthwhile accessory.
I purchased my solo stove bonfire 2 years ago at my Marine Corps Exchange and got a great price for it during Christmas sale along with cooking attachments, it's been great to use with a 27 and 20 inch wok and a comal for tacos.
I just ordered the Breeo X24, a heat deflector, and a cover also. It came in 90 bucks above the Solo. I will have to do a little work cleaning. But more steel means this thing has to last longer. It weighs about 20 pounds more than the other brand which means something. I got the stove in started rusting quickly because of the amount of rain we have had. I yet to put a fire in it. We will see from there in one week.
Breeo build quality is choice but airflow requires more tending of the fire. Solostove build quality is good and airflow is far superior. If Breeo could improve airflow and clean out process I’m in!
I have a stainless Solo Bonfire in a Solo Surround that sits covered when not in use so I don’t really care how it looks. I have the surround just because of my dogs. I also have the Solo Mesa XL in black ceramic coating and it’s held up really well. But when I’m not using it, I move it under my covered patio.
We’re about to build a fire pit patio. I’m concerned about distance from our child’s trampoline. The stove would be about 11 to 12 feet away. Anyone know if that’s a good distance or do we need more?
Thanks! We often lack the proper testing rigs for the tests we want to do, so we just look around and get a little creative from time to time. Thanks for watching!
Clean up is everything, it’s Solo for me.
My favorite kind of clean up is when I can assign it to the kids to do, but the Solo is admittedly easier in this regards. Thanks for watching!
Supporting American made products and American businesses is more important to me. The breeo will last longer.
I bought a corten steel X24 about 4 years ago. Reason for the choice at that time - most of which would still apply today (though both companies have expanded their offerings substantially). Your actual testing aside, at the time most people were saying that the breeo put out more heat to the sides. I didn’t really plan on cooking on it but it was nice to know that was an option (not as much a distinction today). I preferred the look to the stainless design. And, I liked that it was made in the US.
My pit rusted more quickly than most, I’m guessing in part due to the two golden retrievers swimming in our salt water pool. While I like the look it’s continuing to happen and the material is flaking off quite a bit (with more rust underneath). It’s going to take a while to rust through given how heavy the material is but over time I do think it’s going to cause some structural damage. Also, you do need to put it on some type of stand or you will do damage to the pavers or whatever surface it’s on.
I’m really surprised by your testing of the heat deflector. We’ve all been amazed at how significant the difference is when you put it in place. I would consider it a very worthwhile accessory.
Great Video very helpful
I purchased my solo stove bonfire 2 years ago at my Marine Corps Exchange and got a great price for it during Christmas sale along with cooking attachments, it's been great to use with a 27 and 20 inch wok and a comal for tacos.
I just ordered the Breeo X24, a heat deflector, and a cover also. It came in 90 bucks above the Solo. I will have to do a little work cleaning. But more steel means this thing has to last longer. It weighs about 20 pounds more than the other brand which means something. I got the stove in started rusting quickly because of the amount of rain we have had. I yet to put a fire in it. We will see from there in one week.
Thanks for the informative video. My mind was made up during the cleaning portion of the video. Solo for me.
Love my breeo. We cook on it all the time. Our friends have a solo, and often come over to the breeo dinner experience!
Love my solo stove! I’d purchase the heat deflector for colder months.
I already own two fire pits, but if TBL is dropping a video, I am watching it! I am a Wing It and Ding It kind of guy.
Thanks for always tuning in!
@@TheBarbecueLab wouldn’t miss it….!
Breeo build quality is choice but airflow requires more tending of the fire. Solostove build quality is good and airflow is far superior. If Breeo could improve airflow and clean out process I’m in!
I have a stainless Solo Bonfire in a Solo Surround that sits covered when not in use so I don’t really care how it looks. I have the surround just because of my dogs.
I also have the Solo Mesa XL in black ceramic coating and it’s held up really well. But when I’m not using it, I move it under my covered patio.
I got and East Oak. Love it. Also have a breeo 24
Breeo is the winner for me.
Buy American.
I love seeing this! I think youtube overheard me talking about wanting a new pit.
It’s like they’re always listening, lol. Thanks for watching!
Great video and very informative. New subscriber
Breeo is better. The metal is heavier and holds onto more of the heat. That's why it feels hotter, it's the infrared heat coming off it.
We’re about to build a fire pit patio. I’m concerned about distance from our child’s trampoline. The stove would be about 11 to 12 feet away. Anyone know if that’s a good distance or do we need more?
Now there’s an application I bet the folks at Thermoworks didn’t expect people to use a Signals for! A+ for ingenuity! 😂
Thanks! We often lack the proper testing rigs for the tests we want to do, so we just look around and get a little creative from time to time. Thanks for watching!
Do both need to be covered when not in use? Solo sells lids to keep water out, required for both?
so does Breeo
Thx
Very nice review of both. I'll go back to the libray for the options for both... ;-D
Yeah. Ding that pit. Make it look used
There you go. A fire pit is to be used like a fire pit. I like it.
@thebarbecuelab David and Melissa great video.