Sam’s Club Has a Solo Stove Copycat That’s $100 Cheaper Than the Original

As the weather is starting to cool down in many parts of the country, fall is on everyone’s minds. Sure, Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte has been on menus for weeks, but now that school is back in session and football season has officially kicked off, it’s really time to get down to autumn business. 

Since we’re entering one of the coziest seasons of the year, you might be thinking about how you want to spend your fall evenings and weekends. And nothing says “cozy” quite like a nice warm bonfire accompanied by a plate of campfire food and snacks.

Traditional campfires have gotten a pretty big upgrade over the past few years, all thanks to the invention of smokeless fire pits. Gone are the days of ending the night smelling like smoke or skipping lighting a fire altogether because it’s too windy or your fire pit is too bulky to transport to the campsite or tailgate.

Smokeless fire pits have seen a surge in popularity, with brands like Breeo and Solo Stove paving the way. While those fan-favorite brands are loved for a reason, they can also cost you a pretty penny. So, if you’ve been wanting to upgrade your fire pit experience, but not fork over $300 or $400, your Sam’s Club membership is about to come in handy.

That's because the Sam’s Club’s Member’s Mark Smokeless Fire Pit is officially back in stock and it costs a fraction of the name-brand price.

Sam's Club's Solo Stove Smokeless Fire Pit Copycat

Sam’s smokeless fire pit boasts a similar low-smoke technology as the Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 thanks to the increased airflow to the wood inside. The 22-inch bowl, which is about two inches bigger than the Bonfire 2.0, holds large pieces of wood and includes a removable ashtray for easy cleaning. The fire pit has a matte black finish with a stainless steel stand, giving it a clean look for your backyard patio.

Customers rave about the Member’s Mark fire pit, with most saying it’s “just as good” as the name-brand products but at a lower $199.86 price point.

“I couldn't justify the cost of the more expensive smokeless brands out there. This product did not disappoint. Firewood fits into it with ease. Fires light easily and radiate quite a bit of heat, which is perfect for fires during the winter months. It really is a smokeless firepit, too, and the color and finish look great,” wrote one reviewer.

Plus, Sam’s fire pit comes with multiple accessories that those name-brand companies charge extra for. The Member’s Mark fire pit includes a stainless steel mesh guard to keep the fire contained, a black steel lid that doubles as a tabletop when the pit is not in use, a poker, and an all-weather cover.

When fully assembled, the fire pit weighs about 40 pounds, which is heavier than the Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0, but not so heavy that you can’t bring it to a tailgate or campsite. 

Sam’s smokeless fire pit already sold out once this season, but it’s currently back in stock on Sam’s site. The brand says it’s hoping to get the product back into club stores by October 1. 

Next time you’re shopping for your tailgate or backyard party at Sam’s Club, you might want to see if the fan-loved fire pit is restocked because there’s no telling if customers will sell it out again.