I understand that this is not a replacement for a real, wood-burning fire. I also understand that I could make one myself with a cookie tin, leftover wax candles, and some corrugated cardboard or egg cartons.
However, sometimes you get to a camping spot late at night, or they ran out of firewood at the last stop you made before hitting the forest, or you want a nice little backyard fire for entertaining guests but don't own a fire pit.
These are all the reasons this little thing works so well, and is totally worth the price to keep on hand for those situations. The fire is warm enough for 2 or 3 people, and the flames average about 18 inches high. It puts out the light and warmth of a small wood fire, but without the sparks or smoke. It lit super easily and stayed lit until we snuffed it out after about 2.5 hours (it looks to be about halfway spent now. We were using it in the mountains where they say it has up to a 5-hr burn time, which appears accurate).
And as for the high cost and the "just make one at home" folks:
A) Firewood can also be expensive -- especially when you're like me and buy the good oak stuff instead of that smokey, moist, sparky pine junk. And it takes up a lot of room.
B) What kind of real people with jobs, kids, etc. have the time, resources, or patience to make one themselves, let alone with food-grade wax that doesn't smell and can be cooked over? Yes, I'm sure it's cheaper, but sometimes the price we pay for convenience is well worth it and I think this is one of those times.
Anyway, I'm an avid camper and love my wood fires. This will never replace them. But sometimes having a backup like this is a blessing on the trail. When I used it, it kept two people warm and happy on a night that dipped down into the low 30s. It was super easy to light, and snuffed out in about 3 seconds with the lid slipped over.
I'll be buying another to keep as a spare, and might try refilling this one as a project to help spread out the investment.
Highly recommend!
Oh, and it does get pretty hot -- after all, this is a fire in a can. Don't blame the manufacturer when you put it on a heat-sensitive surface and ruin your patio furniture. Have some common sense.
Happy camping!
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How we got our start
Radiate’s founders created a company that produced wax for personal care products. After creating the products, they noticed a surplus of wax leftover. The founders took the extra wax and created mini campfires for friends and family. Soon after, they released their very own product – Radiate.What makes our product unique
Radiate was designed to be convenient, sleek, portable, and reusable. At 4lbs and only 8" wide the Radiate Portable Campfire can provide a reliable burn time of 3+ hours. You can snuff out the flame with the lid, let it cool, and bring it on the go to enjoy later.Why we love what we do
Radiate Portable Campfires are made from recycled soy wax and recycled paper briquettes which minimizes our footprint. Made in the USA, Radiate does not release embers or harmful smoke. One match, no cleanup – leave no trace with the Radiate Portable CampfireProduct Description
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Gets the job done!
This is the perfect little set up for a quick get it and go camping trip! Hands down a great little piece of gear! Would I use it to roast marshmallows on; probably not. Something about burning wax, something you’re gonna eat as a marshmallow kind of doesn’t go hand-in-hand in my book lol. You can’t beat this little thing. It puts off just enough heat and just enough flame for a small campfire and I didn’t have to worry about putting the fire out with water and all the smoke afterwards. Just put the lid back on, jump in your tent and go to bed. Will this ever replace a real campfire… I would say no, but for somebody like me that has my boy every other weekend and I need to do things on the fly. This is a perfect!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2024
Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
This is the perfect little set up for a quick get it and go camping trip! Hands down a great little piece of gear! Would I use it to roast marshmallows on; probably not. Something about burning wax, something you’re gonna eat as a marshmallow kind of doesn’t go hand-in-hand in my book lol. You can’t beat this little thing. It puts off just enough heat and just enough flame for a small campfire and I didn’t have to worry about putting the fire out with water and all the smoke afterwards. Just put the lid back on, jump in your tent and go to bed. Will this ever replace a real campfire… I would say no, but for somebody like me that has my boy every other weekend and I need to do things on the fly. This is a perfect!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2021
Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
Convenient, warm, long-lasting, but A LOT of black smoke.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2021
Our firepit propane switch is broken, and we like to sit outside on cool nights. This was a really cool solution. Lights up easily, burned for several hours. Only bad things are there's a lot of smelly black smoke at times, so make sure your area is very well ventilated. Also, the can enclosure gets really hot. It is fire, you know. One of our friends put it on a wooden bench and although the wood starting to burn smelled kind of nice, it left a nasty circle underneath it. I like it. Great campground solution and a smart alternative to wood.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2021
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024
Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
If you operate this with basi fire safety knowledge you should be fine. I placed this in my firepit because building fires takes too long and they are a whole thing to put out and I needed an easier alternative for nights when I can only sneak a quick firepit sesh in before bed. Worked out great. Put it out with tongs using the lid like it says in the instructions, was easy. Would buy again!
Update: I bought again and, like another reviewer pointed out, the cone style pits do not burn as well at all. Disappointed! I wish there was a way to know which version you are getting when you order.
Update: I bought again and, like another reviewer pointed out, the cone style pits do not burn as well at all. Disappointed! I wish there was a way to know which version you are getting when you order.
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Victoria
Says 2 pack - only received one
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 24, 2023Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
Sharon
Very good, this was on a very windy evening and still stayed alight
Reviewed in Australia on October 25, 2022Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
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Deborah Marchand
Very cool concept!
Reviewed in Canada on November 27, 2018Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
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Perfect for the city life
Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2021Size: 1 PackVerified Purchase
