Mesa is intended for outdoor use only. It is not recommended to use under a canopy, patio umbrella, or gazebo. While it still produces way more flames than a candle I'm confident that I won't burning down my apartment building and I'm also confident that my neighbors won't have a big problem with it. Price Point: Unsurprisingly, the larger Mesa XL comes with a slightly higher price tag than the Mesa due to its increased size and enhanced features. When deciding between the two, consider your budget and how much you’re willing to invest in your outdoor fire pit experience. Getting an maintaining a consistent flame is difficult and I would recommend wood pellets over firewood for this reason. It's easier to add more at a consistent rate and creates a more consistent fire.

I personally recommend the smaller Mesa for balconies, small tabletop fires and small courtyard areas where space is extremely limited and larger fires aren't really practical or allowed. The Mesa XL is great for larger tabletops or slightly larger outdoor spaces.The Mesa and Mesa XL tabletop fire pits both have the same basic design with 360° airflow and durable stainless steel construction. Producing very little smoke, they come in various colors and have stands and a carry case.

Mesa is for outdoor use only. It was made as a tabletop fire pit, sized perfectly for outdoor dining tables to stylish end tables. Mesa should always be used with its included stand on a stable surface. Even while using the stand, the fire pits burn extremely hot, and hot air may gather underneath. Do not use on heat sensitive materials. Do not ever leave Mesa unattended on or near a combustible surface, even when it is cooling down.This makes it super convenient to take hiking and have a little fire without having to have an open pit fire. It also makes it easy to take to friends houses or to my partner's house. Go from box to burn in a few minutes. Thanks to the 360 deg Signature Airflow anyone can easily light up a smokeless fire. Simply place your fuel inside and light your firestarter to enjoy a warm fire in just a couple of minutes, whether your a first time user or a pro. Simply add fuel as your fire dies down to sustain your smokeless flame LONG LASTING

In contrast, the Mesa XL has an in-built dual fuel grate and can take wood pieces and pellets up to 7 inches.Larger wood pieces leads to longer burning before you have to add more wood. Mesa’s pellet adapter should be used any time you plan on burning pellets to allow for optimal airflow, continuous safety, and consistent heat. The Mesa XL features an ample fuel capacity, capable of accommodating wood up to 7 in long and up to 1000 g of pellets. With this generous capacity, users can enjoy extended burn times and sustained ambiance without frequent refueling. Dual Fuel Grate To put it another way, you can roast only 2 marshmallows at a time with the Mesa and 4 with the Mesa XL. Price Solo Stove says that the Mesa XL has a pellet capacity of about 3x more than Mesa, and will subsequently burn for about 15 minutes longer (about an hour).

Solo Stove’s Mesa and Mesa XL both use the same exact design, and are both tabletop-size. The Mesa weighs in at 1.4 pounds with a 5-inch diameter, while the Mesa XL is slightly more with a 7-inch diameter. However, if you just want to create some ambiance on your patio, the Mesa will do just fine as a showpiece and you can choose a color that makes your table pop. What’s Better: The Mesa or Mesa XL? Bring warmth to your table with the Solo Stove Mesa XL Tabletop Fire Pit from Nomadic Supply Company! The Solo Stove Mesa XL Tabletop Fire Pit is designed to elevate your outdoor living space aesthetic. With Dual Fuel capability and Signature 360° Airflow, anyone can easily ignite and enjoy a smokeless fire with our Solo Stove Mesa XL Tabletop Fire Pit!

Mesa XL boasts an extended burn time of 45-60 minutes. This extended burn time allows for uninterrupted enjoyment, minimizing the need for frequent refueling or maintenance. More Fuel for Your Flame You need to be pretty close to the Mesa to feel a bit of warmth.It's more for ambience than anything. Mesa can run on more than one fuel source since it is designed to do so. You have the option to burn with pellets or any available fuel thanks to a pellet adaptor that is included. Whether you’re burning Solo Stove Mini Oak Firewood or wood pellets, Mesa’s flames will burn extremely hot thanks to Signature 360° Airflow. Easy To Light Mesa XL has a pellet capacity of about 3x more than Mesa, and will subsequently burn for about 15 minutes longer (45-60min total with pellets). It will also emit more heat while burning, due to more fuel being consumed. Both Mesa and Mesa XL are very easy to light, will have about the same flame height when burning, and are extremely portable and functional for your outdoor spaces! I narrowed my search down to the Mesa and Mesa XL and opted for the Mesa in the end. However, my research showed that they’re both fantastic fire pits but it all depends on your fire pit needs.Portability: Both the Mesa and the Mesa XL are designed with portability in mind. However, due to its larger size, the Mesa XL might be slightly less convenient to transport than the more compact Mesa. If you plan to take your fire pit on camping trips or to different outdoor locations frequently, the Mesa might be a better option in terms of ease of transportation. The Mesa is very simple to operate, although those using firewood must first prep the pieces to be no more than 5 inches long. Use fine, dry tinder to start the fire inside the Mesa, adding kindling to strengthen the flame. Once the fire gets going, start adding the larger pieces. Add more as needed, being careful not to smother the fire. Solo Stove's popularity can be attributed to a number of factors. Its fire pits are ruggedly-built, well-designed, easy to use and (mostly) portable. The brand's trademark smokeless technology actually works, eliminating the most annoying thing about traditional fire pits and bonfires: the smoke that seems to constantly always be in your face no matter how hard you try to escape it.