After nearly 6 months of real-world use, this is my full hands-on review of the Howl R4, one of the most powerful, thoughtfully engineered propane fire systems I’ve tested to date.
This isn’t a quick first impression or a spec-sheet recap. I’ve run the Howl R4 in cold, wind, rain, snow, and elevation, using it exactly how most people would long nights at camp, winter trips, shoulder season outings, and burn-ban conditions.
What separates the Howl R4 from typical propane fire pits is real, usable heat. At over 1200°F operating temperature and pushing up to ~62,000 BTUs, this thing produces warmth that actually rivals a traditional campfire without smoke, embers, ash, or cleanup.
In this video, I break down how it performs, who it’s for, and why it’s built differently than most fire pits on the market.
Check out full specs on the Howl R4 here: https://www.howlcampfires.com/
Timestamps :
0:00 – R4 Overview
2:10 – Massive Heat Output
3:20 – Burner System Explained
4:23 – Weight & Portability
6:06 – R4 vs R1 Decision
7:16 – Wind & Weather Performance
8:37 – Altitude & Clean Burn
9:45 – Build Quality & USA Made
11:16 – Pros & Cons
15:15 – Final Recommendation
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