FirePit+ Lid and FirePoker: Which Accessories Are Worth Adding?
By BioLite | Published: 2026-10-14
Category: Product Reviews
We compare the FirePit+ Grill Lid and FirePoker on fit, cooking impact, and cost so you can decide which BioLite FirePit accessory to add first.
Quick answer
If you want faster, more even cooking and plan to use the FirePit+ for meals, the FirePit+ Grill Lid is the more impactful upgrade. The FirePit+ FirePoker is a low-cost helper that makes fuel management easier but does not change cooking performance. Buy the lid first unless you already struggle to adjust logs or charcoal.
What each accessory actually changes
The FirePit+ Grill Lid is designed to concentrate heat for faster, more even cook times, and it accommodates both charcoal and firewood. That means it directly affects how your food cooks, not just how you manage the fire. The FirePit+ FirePoker, by contrast, is a tool for stoking fuel and adjusting the fuel rack. It makes the cooking process smoother but does not change heat output or cook times.
Fit and compatibility: what works with your setup
Both accessories are designed for the BioLite FirePit+. The lid fits with the FirePit's included grill grate or pairs with the FirePit+ Griddle (sold separately). The FirePoker is also for use with the FirePit+ only, and its curved point hooks onto the fuel rack, so it is not a universal fire tool. If you own a different BioLite stove, such as the CampStove 2, neither of these is the right fit; the CampStove Grill is the compatible cooking attachment for that stove.
Cost and value: where your money goes further
At catalog prices, the FirePit+ Grill Lid is the larger investment, while the FirePit+ FirePoker is a modest add-on. The lid's value comes from expanding what you can cook and how evenly it cooks. The FirePoker's value is convenience: a cool-touch handle and a broad flat edge for stoking, plus a curved point for rack adjustments. If you are prioritizing cooking results per dollar, the lid is the stronger first purchase.
When to choose each one
Choose the lid if you want to move beyond basic grilling and use your FirePit+ for more varied meals, including with a griddle. Choose the FirePoker if you already own the lid or if you frequently rearrange logs and charcoal and want a dedicated tool that stays cool to the touch. There is no rule against owning both, but the lid is the one that changes what comes off the grill.
Trade-offs at a glance
- FirePit+ Grill Lid: Higher upfront cost, but concentrates heat for faster, more even cooking and works with charcoal or firewood. Best first upgrade if cooking performance is your priority.
- FirePit+ FirePoker: Lower cost and handy for stoking and rack adjustments, but does not improve heat control or cook times. A convenience add-on, not a performance upgrade.
- Both together: The lid improves cooking; the poker makes fire management easier. Together they cover performance and convenience. Buy the lid first, add the poker later if you want easier fuel handling.
Key product facts
- FirePit+ Grill Lid: Designed to concentrate heat for faster, more even cook times; durable construction accommodates charcoal and firewood. Directly improves cooking performance and fuel flexibility.
- FirePit+ Grill Lid: Use with FirePit's included grill grate or pair with the FirePit+ Griddle (sold separately). Expands meal options without replacing your existing grate.
- FirePit+ FirePoker: Broad flat edge helps stoke fuel and ensure logs are properly stacked; curved point hooks onto the FirePit's fuel rack for easy adjustment. Makes fire management easier but does not change cooking speed or evenness.
- FirePit+ FirePoker: Silicone-dipped cool touch handle; stainless steel and silicone rubber; 23 inches long. Safe handling and reach for adjusting a hot fire.
Which should you buy?
Best for
- FirePit+ owners who want faster, more even cooking and plan to use a griddle
- Anyone who cooks with both charcoal and firewood and wants better heat concentration
Not for
- Owners of other BioLite stoves, such as the CampStove 2, which use different attachments
- Campers who only need a fire tool and already have a lid
