himaly Heavy Duty 32” Long Fireplace Fire Pit Campfire Poker Stick and 26” Fireplace Tongs Tool Sets, Log Grabber, Rust Resistant Black Finish Camping Fireplace Tools for Indoor/Outdoor

Why I picked this set

Managing a live fire is a mix of finesse and leverage, and the right tools make the difference between poking at embers and actually controlling heat and flame. I’ve been searching for a basic, no-nonsense combo that could live by the wood stove all winter and then migrate to the backyard fire pit and occasional campsite. The himaly fireplace poker and tongs set hits that brief: a 32-inch poker for raking and repositioning, and a 26-inch scissor-style tong for picking up and placing logs, both finished in a rust-resistant black coating. No stand, no fluff—just the two tools you use the most.

Build quality and ergonomics

The first impression is solidity. Both pieces are made from wrought iron steel with a black, rust-resistant finish. The poker has just enough heft (about a pound) to feel sturdy without being tiring to use. It’s a two-piece design that screws together; the threads on my unit were clean and mated squarely, leaving no wobble in the shaft. There’s a hooked tip for rolling and pulling logs and a flat face for pushing ash and coals—simple, effective geometry.

The tongs are 26 inches long and a touch heavier than the poker. The scissor action pivots smoothly, and the arms open wide enough to grab mid-sized splits. The tips are shaped to pinch small pieces securely, which turned out to be more useful than I expected when rearranging kindling or positioning partially burned ends. There aren’t any padded or insulated grips; you’re dealing with bare coated steel. With that in mind, the lengths (32" and 26") are appropriate: far enough to keep hands clear of direct heat in most home fire scenarios, but not so long they feel unwieldy.

Ergonomically, the balance is good. The poker sits neutrally in the hand, and the tongs’ pivot point feels natural. I’d still recommend a heat-resistant glove, because extended use near a hot bed of coals will warm the handles.

Performance across use cases

• Indoor fireplace and wood stove: The poker’s length is ideal for standard fireboxes. It’s stiff, doesn’t flex when I rake a coal bed or fish out a half-burnt log, and the hook is useful for rotating pieces without sending sparks flying. The tongs shine for placing new splits precisely—especially when trying to stack for airflow in a smaller stove.

• Backyard fire pit: In a low to medium-depth pit, the poker reaches easily, and the hook gives control when rolling larger rounds to expose fresh surfaces. The tongs work well for most splits, but they’re less effective on larger, heavy rounds (say, over 8–10 inches in diameter) where the scissor grip can start to twist if you don’t lift from the center. They’re great for moving partially burnt logs or smoldering chunks you want to reposition without collapsing the stack.

• Camping: The portability is better than expected. The poker breaks down into two pieces, and the tongs collapse flat thanks to the scissor design, so both pack down neatly. At a campsite, the poker became my constant companion for managing a cooking bed of coals—sturdy enough to scrape, tap, and rake without bending or hot spots in the finish.

Storage and portability

This set is compact-friendly. The poker’s screw-apart design lets it go from 32 inches to two shorter sections that fit easily in a tote. The tongs fold nearly flat with a simple twist of the arms, and together the pair slides behind a wood rack or into a camp bin without fuss. There are no included hangers, but both pieces have end loops large enough to fit standard hooks if you want them on the wall by the hearth.

Durability and maintenance

After repeated cycles in a hot stove and a few damp mornings by the pit, the finish has held up well. It’s a protective black coating that doesn’t flake at the first hint of heat, and I only noticed minor discoloration on the parts that sit deepest in the fire, which is to be expected. The wrought iron construction is the real story though—no flex in the poker and only slight spring in the tongs, which is normal for scissor-style mechanisms.

A couple of tips that helped:

• Thread care: Because the poker screws together, I put a drop of high-temperature anti-seize on the threads. That keeps heat cycles from locking them up and prevents the joint from loosening mid-use.

• Hinge care: A tiny dab of dry lubricant at the tong pivot keeps the action smooth and squeak-free.

• Rust prevention: The finish is rust-resistant, not rust-proof. If you store these outside or in a damp shed, wipe them down after use and consider a light coat of oil in the off-season.

Safety and usability

At 32 inches, the poker gives a comfortable safety margin for most fires; I never felt my hand was too close, even reaching across a hot pit. The tongs at 26 inches are a good compromise between control and reach. You can place a log accurately without overextending, but the shorter length means you’ll feel more radiant heat when working over a larger bed of coals. Heat-resistant gloves are a smart companion.

Grip-wise, the steel handles can get slick with ash or moisture. Texture or knurling would be a nice touch, but I mitigated this by using gloves with silicone palms, which made a noticeable difference in dexterity.

What could be better

• Tong length for larger pits: In a deep or especially wide fire pit, 26 inches feels a bit short, especially when reaching toward the far side over active flame. An optional 30–36 inch tong would broaden the usefulness outdoors.

• Handle insulation: Bare steel is durable and simple, but even a short section of heat-resistant wrap would improve comfort during longer sessions.

• Locking mechanism on the tongs: The scissor tongs collapse for storage, which is convenient, but a simple latch to keep them closed would make transport tidier.

• Poker joint retention: The screw-together design is convenient, but under repeated heating and cooling, the joint can loosen slightly. A small set screw or detent would make the connection more foolproof.

None of these are deal-breakers, and they’re common tradeoffs at this price and category, but they’re worth noting if you have a very large pit or expect heavy-duty, commercial-grade use.

Who it’s for

• Homeowners with a fireplace or wood stove who want a sturdy basic set without investing in a full stand and accessory bundle.
• Backyard fire pit users who value control and portability, particularly if your fires are built from standard splits rather than oversized rounds.
• Campers who want a packable, durable pair of tools for building, maintaining, and safely extinguishing a cooking fire.

If you regularly move very large logs, or if your pit is unusually deep, you might prefer a longer pair of tongs or a heavier-duty log grabber to complement this set.

The bottom line

The himaly poker and tongs set gets the fundamentals right: durable steel, sensible lengths, a rust-resistant finish, and practical designs that make tending a fire safer and more controlled. The poker is the standout—stiff, long, and versatile—while the tongs offer precise handling for most common log sizes. The ability to break down and pack the tools adds real value if you split time between hearth, yard, and campsite.

I recommend this set. It’s a reliable, well-made pair that covers the essential tasks of poking, raking, and log placement without overcomplicating anything. The few compromises—shorter tongs for very large pits and bare steel handles—are reasonable for the durability and portability you get, and they’re easy to work around with gloves or by pairing with a longer grabber if needed. For most users managing everyday fires, this is a solid, sensible choice.