We purchased this our first year in this house (2019). It gets very chilly outside from November to February in NW AZ. Table top pits are great but don't hold up well to the winds we have. This Hiland Tower won't put off as much heat but it's sturdy and can be used in breezy conditions. It has held up through some horrid storms in the summer and winter and still looks brand new. The igniter works perfectly every time. We had a patio heater tower like you see at venues and restaurant patios but it barely survived a full year. You can sit right next to this one without worrying about being too close to an open flame. It puts off just enough heat to cut that chill if you're having your morning coffee or evening wine.It was easy enough to put together myself and the only tip I can share is to make sure you hold down the dial after you've replaced a propane tank to prime the line. You hold down and quarter turn, press button, slowly release as you keep turning left to desired flame height.Love this thing and would love a second one but propane is too expensive for more than necessities!Oh and this tower is a conversation piece when having guests over. Especially lighting it at night, it gives the best ambiance!!!! A smaller table version would be super fun too.If you need a reliable and attractive heating device for your outdoor space, I highly suggest investing in this one. From 2019-Almost 2025 I have zero complaints but continually impressed by it.