The Outdoor Plus vs Prism Hardscapes: Fire Table Comparison
The Outdoor Plus and Prism Hardscapes both make gas fire tables, but they're playing different games. The Outdoor Plus is a multi-material custom-fire-feature manufacturer (concrete, copper, stainless, Corten). Prism Hardscapes is a GFRC-concrete specialist with a tighter shape catalog and longer warranty. Here's how to choose.
Last reviewed by the FirePits.com editorial team on October 8, 2026
The Outdoor Plus
California-based custom-fire-feature manufacturer — GFRC concrete, Corten and 316 stainless, hammered copper, hand-finished in-house. 2,000+ configurations across fire pits, fire tables, fire bowls, water + fire features. Four ignition platforms. 4–8 week typical lead time.
Buy this if:
- You want material options beyond concrete (copper, Corten, stainless)
- Custom size + shape not available off-the-shelf matters
- Water + fire combination features are a buy signal
- You're OK with 4–8 week lead time for custom orders
Prism Hardscapes
Hayward, California–made hand-cast GFRC specialist — 15 shape families (Moderno, Porto, Tavola, Embarcadero, Liberty), 8 standard in-mold colors + 2 custom, 10-year structural warranty. The GFRC-only choice for buyers who want that specific material.
Buy this if:
- GFRC-specific durability (freeze-thaw resistance, long-term crack resistance) matters
- 10-year structural warranty is a deciding factor
- In-mold color integration (not surface-sealed) is a buy signal
- You want the deepest GFRC shape catalog in the category
Side-by-Side Comparison
| The Outdoor Plus | Prism Hardscapes | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary category | Multi-material fire features | GFRC concrete fire tables |
| Material options | GFRC, 316 stainless, Corten steel, hammered copper, stucco | GFRC concrete only |
| Color program | 15+ colors across materials (material-dependent) | 8 standard in-mold colors + 2 custom |
| Shape catalog | 2,000+ configurations across all materials | 15 shape families (round, square, rectangular, oval) |
| Smallest fire feature | 24-inch round fire bowl | Moderno 21" round |
| Largest fire feature | 96-inch linear + custom commercial-size | Tavola 66" rectangular |
| Ignition platforms | Match-lit, flame-sensing, Spark-to-Flame electronic, commercial | Match-lit, flame-sensing electronic, Spark-to-Flame remote |
| Lead time (standard) | 4–6 weeks | 4–6 weeks |
| Lead time (custom) | 6–8 weeks + sampling | 6–8 weeks (custom colors) |
| Burner warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Body / structural warranty | 10 years GFRC + stainless | 10 years GFRC |
| Ignition electronics warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Price (24" fire bowl) | $1,200–$2,500 | N/A (bowls not primary catalog) |
| Price (60" fire table) | $4,500–$8,500 | $3,500–$5,500 |
Our Dealer-Side Verdict
For buyers who want a GFRC-specific fire table and like one of the 15 Prism shape families, Prism is the smarter buy — $1,000–$3,000 less than equivalent TOP GFRC, same 10-year structural warranty, and the in-mold color integration is actually better than TOP's finish for GFRC specifically. For buyers who want non-concrete materials (copper, Corten, stainless), who need custom shapes not in Prism's catalog, or who want water + fire combination features, TOP is the only legitimate choice — Prism doesn't play outside GFRC. The honest cross-shop is Prism Tavola 60 vs TOP Del Mar 60 in GFRC: at that comparison, Prism wins on price for the same material and warranty.
Frequently Asked
Is Prism Hardscapes' GFRC the same quality as The Outdoor Plus GFRC?
Yes — both brands use architectural-grade GFRC (glass-fiber-reinforced concrete) with similar structural specs. Prism specializes in GFRC exclusively and has refined the in-mold color integration process more than TOP's general-material approach. For GFRC specifically, Prism's finish quality is marginally better; for cross-material comparisons, TOP wins by having the material options.
Which brand has more shape variety?
Across all materials: TOP wins — 2,000+ configurations across GFRC, copper, Corten, stainless. Within GFRC specifically: comparable — Prism has 15 well-refined shape families, TOP has similar GFRC variety but less-refined by comparison (the custom work focuses outside GFRC).
What's a GFRC fire table and why does it matter?
GFRC (glass-fiber-reinforced concrete) adds alkali-resistant glass fibers throughout the concrete mix, letting the material cast thinner + lighter without losing structural strength. The fibers bridge micro-cracks (freeze-thaw crack resistance), the thinner cast reduces weight 15–20% vs solid concrete, and the material tolerates outdoor use better than standard concrete. For outdoor fire tables, GFRC is objectively the better material — just costs 40–60% more to manufacture than standard concrete.
Can I get a copper fire table from Prism?
No — Prism is GFRC-only. For a copper fire table (hammered or hand-finished), The Outdoor Plus is the only US-made custom brand playing in that category. TOP's copper line is 6–8 week lead time and runs $5,000–$12,000 depending on size + finish.
Which brand ships to Alaska and Hawaii?
Both brands ship anywhere in the US via freight. Lead times extend 2–3 weeks for Alaska + Hawaii (Prism) and 2–4 weeks (TOP for custom material + remote delivery). Shipping cost ranges $500–$1,500 depending on size + destination. Both brands include crating + freight insurance in the delivered quote.