{"id":46411,"date":"2025-05-09T08:19:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T12:19:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/?p=46411"},"modified":"2025-05-10T14:49:33","modified_gmt":"2025-05-10T18:49:33","slug":"best-backpacking-stoves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/best-backpacking-stoves","title":{"rendered":"The Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Our squad of honorary backcountry chefs has collectively tested hundreds of the best backpacking stoves, whipping up meals in the most remote locations imaginable and in all sorts of conditions.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The testers for this guide have thru-hiked the Triple Crown of long trails, and we&#8217;ve been putting new models to the test for years when dialing in the selection for this guide. The primary factors we looked at were weight, packed size, boil time, and simmering abilities. Secondarily, we considered fuel efficiency, performance in wind and cold, and additional stove features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While there isn\u2019t a single backpacking stove that\u2019s best for everyone out there, we\u2019ve organized this guide into categories to help you find the best stove for you. Our top pick, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1736966004442ieg&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F177954%2Fsoto-windmaster-stove-with-4flex-pot-support\">SOTO WindMaster<\/a><\/strong>, is an all-around winner for most backpackers out there, while the spend-wise <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F123404%2Fgsi-outdoors-glacier-camp-stove&amp;subId1=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681507409471ggj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GSI Outdoors Glacier<\/a> does just as well on a picnic bench as it does on quick overnights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: We updated our Backpacking Stove guide on May 9, 2025, to add our new best overall canister option: the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1736966004442ieg&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F177954%2Fsoto-windmaster-stove-with-4flex-pot-support\">SOTO WindMaster<\/a>, as well as a new suggested alcohol stove option, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F139467%2Ftoaks-titanium-siphon-alcohol-stove\">Toaks Titanium Siphon<\/a>. We also updated our review of the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F247699%2Fjetboil-flash-10-l-fast-boil-system\">Jetboil Flash<\/a> system to reflect a new and improved ignitor and regulator knob.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-blocks-top-picks\" aria-label=\"Top Picks Products\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"product-info__list-title top-picks__table-title\">The Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025<\/h2>\n\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-overall-backpacking-stove-soto-windmaster\" data-prod-id=\"512750\" style=\"z-index:100\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Overall Backpacking Stove<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1736966004442ieg&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F177954%2Fsoto-windmaster-stove-with-4flex-pot-support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SOTO WindMaster<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/01\/SOTO-Windmaster.jpeg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"The SOTO WindMaster ($70) is our newest \u2018best in class\u2019 backpacking stove. It combines powerful boil performance with an ultralight, wind-resistant package, and compared to the ultra-similar MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe, ever-so-slightly edges it out for our top title.The WindMaster is a canister stove featuring a well-designed concave burner and two interchangeable pot stand options. Its packability allows you to fit it inside smaller pots and even coffee cups, meaning minimalist backpackers will be smiling ear to ear. Its concave burner is exceptionally wind-resistant, performing with gusto even at 14,000\u2019 on top of a Colorado 14er \u2014 the equivalent of Camp 2 on Denali.\u00a0While it isn\u2019t the lightest canister stove on our list, like the BRS-3000T, or as quick to boil as the MSR\u00a0Reactor, the WindMaster shines as the most well-rounded offering on the market for backcountry enthusiasts. We put it head to head with our former top spot holder, the MSR PocketRocket Deluxe, in multiple bench tests that pushed each stove to the limit. The MSR was able to boil 1 liter of water about 40 seconds faster than the 4-minute, 20-second time the WindMaster put up. When we reconfigured our test to add wind, however, the SOTO was hands down the champ, displaying wind resistance that means you\u2019ll be eating sooner. That&#039;s along with better fuel efficiency, so you can backpack for longer on the same canister \u2014 or simply have the ability to prep more hot drinks on those chilly mornings.Lead stove tester Ian Atkinson used his WindMaster on thru-hikes of the PCT and Colorado Trail, where he often ended up camping above treeline. \u201cThere\u2019s nothing better than cooking dinner with a view of the sunset on the horizon after a long day of hiking \u2014 and there isn\u2019t a stove I\u2019d pick over my SOTO for the task.Overall, the SOTO Windmaster combines fuel efficiency, wind resistance, packability, and performance in a way that no other stove can truly match.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-05-09T08:19:38-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"9.2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t9.2\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-overall-backpacking-stove-soto-windmaster\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div itemprop=\"offers\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Offer\"><meta itemprop=\"price\" content=\"69.95\"><meta itemprop=\"priceCurrency\" content=\"USD\"><a itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1736966004442ieg&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F177954%2Fsoto-windmaster-stove-with-4flex-pot-support\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">$70 at REI<\/a><link itemprop=\"availability\" href=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"><\/div><div itemprop=\"offers\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Offer\"><meta itemprop=\"price\" content=\"70\"><meta itemprop=\"priceCurrency\" content=\"USD\"><a itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07R7BZCB3\/?tag=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" class=\"amazon-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">$70 at Amazon<\/a><link itemprop=\"availability\" href=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-budget-backpacking-stove-gsi-outdoors-glacier-stove\" data-prod-id=\"230272\" style=\"z-index:99\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Budget Backpacking Stove<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&#038;merchant_id&#038;website_id&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F123404%2Fgsi-outdoors-glacier-camp-stove&#038;subId1=GJBGOutdoorBackpackingStoves|xid:fr1681507409471ggj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">GSI Outdoors Glacier Stove<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/GSI-Outdoors-Glacier-Stove.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"The\u00a0GSI Outdoors Glacier Stove\u00a0($30) has a lot going for it, not just the amazing price. The canister stove can support virtually any size pot or pan (great for those who frequently camp and cook in groups), and the wider burner spreads heat out evenly.The burner also has an impressive output of 11,000 BTUs, putting the power of a traditional camp stove in canister stove form. Given the output, we were hoping this stove would have a slightly faster boil time, as it took an extra 2 minutes compared to stoves like the PocketRocket Deluxe. That said, it held up in windy conditions, and the boil time stayed roughly the same.The stove also has clearly marked +\/- simmer controls. We loved using this stove to pan-fry, saut\u00e9, and even rehydrate and cook some beans. Everything in the pan was nice and evenly cooked.Our only con? The wide and sturdy pot support design doesn\u2019t fold, so with a 5-inch diameter, it\u2019s not the most compact. However, it can still be packed\/stashed into a larger pot. If you&#039;re headed out on an extended journey where packed space is a greater concern (but you&#039;ve got to stretch your dollars still), the BRS-3000T will only run you around $17 and will even boil water a bit quicker.Our biggest issue with that stove, however, is the compact burner head, which can lead to scorching if you like to do more than rehydrate meals. If you&#039;re more of a camp gourmet, snag the Glacier.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-05-09T08:19:38-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"6.8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t6.8\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-budget-backpacking-stove-gsi-outdoors-glacier-stove\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div itemprop=\"offers\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Offer\"><meta itemprop=\"price\" content=\"29.95\"><meta itemprop=\"priceCurrency\" content=\"USD\"><a itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F123404%2Fgsi-outdoors-glacier-camp-stove&amp;subId1=GJBGOutdoorBackpackingStoves|xid:fr1681507409471ggj\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">$30 at REI<\/a><link itemprop=\"availability\" href=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"><\/div><div itemprop=\"offers\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Offer\"><meta itemprop=\"price\" content=\"30\"><meta itemprop=\"priceCurrency\" content=\"USD\"><a itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07B2TGFBL\/?tag=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" class=\"amazon-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">$30 at Amazon<\/a><link itemprop=\"availability\" href=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#another-excellent-canister-fuel-stove-msr-pocketrocket-deluxe\" data-prod-id=\"230261\" style=\"z-index:98\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Another Excellent Canister Fuel Stove<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&#038;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">MSR PocketRocket Deluxe<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/MSR-PocketRocket-Deluxe.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"Read Review: Best Backpacking Stove Yet? MSR PocketRocket Deluxe ReviewWhile the venerable PocketRocket has been the de facto stove for many years now, the MSR PocketRocket Deluxe\u00a0($85) makes a few improvements and extra features that push it near the top of our list. You&#039;ll pay more for them, but we think the Deluxe is worth the extra spend as a reliable backpacking stove that will work for most hikers.The\u00a0Deluxe model is an ultralight stove\u00a0with stainless steel folding pot legs, a fast boiling time, and a compact design. The Deluxe is just a few grams heavier than the PocketRocket 2. But unlike the 2, the Deluxe has a built-in pressure regulator (like in the MSR WindBurner), a broader burner with wind protection (quite similar to the SOTO Windmaster), and an integrated piezo igniter.During testing, we found the pressure regulator equated to more consistent boil and simmer capabilities and helped reduce the impact of cold and wind on stove performance. It also boiled faster than any other stand-alone stove, and just behind integrated systems like the MSR Reactor or Jetboil stoves. That said, when the wind starts to blow, the WindMaster lives up to its name, and both beat the PocketRocket Deluxe in boil time, and did it with less fuel burned.This stove&#039;s simmer capabilities are great. The slightly wider burner makes a difference, and when cooking dishes like oatmeal or mac and cheese, we didn\u2019t experience any burning or sticking on the bottom of the pot. Simply put, the PocketRocket Deluxe is an excellent alternative for an all-around stove due to its combination of lightweight, consistent performance, boil time, and price.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-05-09T08:19:38-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"9.1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t9.1\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#another-excellent-canister-fuel-stove-msr-pocketrocket-deluxe\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div itemprop=\"offers\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Offer\"><meta itemprop=\"price\" content=\"84.95\"><meta itemprop=\"priceCurrency\" content=\"USD\"><a itemprop=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">$85 at REI<\/a><link itemprop=\"availability\" href=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=ghbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove\" class=\"regular-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at Backcountry<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-integrated-backpacking-stove-system-jetboil-flash-1-0l-fast-boil\" data-prod-id=\"537326\" style=\"z-index:97\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Integrated Backpacking Stove System<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F247699%2Fjetboil-flash-10-l-fast-boil-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jetboil Flash 1.0L Fast Boil<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/1122524_primary.webp\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"There are a number of integrated stove systems on the market, but the one we keep coming back to is the Jetboil Flash Fast Boil\u00a0($130). Redesigned in 2025, the Flash gained a better kitchen-stove style regulator knob, a better-protected peizo ignitor, added heat-resistant grips, and a sturdier locking mechanism between stove and pot. If you want an all-in-one system, the Flash is close to perfect.We broke in the new version of the Flash on trips both familiar and foreign \u2014 in North Carolina and in Chilean Patagonia \u2014 and in both cases, it excelled. The biggest perk of this stove is its super-fast boil time \u2014 about 4 minutes per liter. Like the previous model, the\u00a0Flash has an all-in-one design with an on-stove igniter, improved stove-vessel integration (locking the pot to the stove), and a savvy lid that doubles as a pour spout (or French press with the right accessory). The new regulator is certainly a better design, and is as familiar as the one on your home kitchen stove. This also integrates the ignitor to activate with a click while dialing the stove up. That ignitor is now much better protected in the stove and is insulated by a ceramic hood. The stove burner is also nicer to handle, due to the molded-in rubber grips. Unlike most other systems on the market, like the MSR Windburner and Reactor, this stove has a few additional user-friendly features. This includes a heat-indicating sleeve that changes color to let you know when water is boiling, so you don\u2019t waste time or fuel. In practice, this was great when we were running around completing camp chores.The burner head on the Flash is more traditional than the radiant heating element styles of the MSR stoves, and while we think they are more efficient, they can be a bit tricky to get started at times. This Jetboil is simple to get rolling, and whether just boiling water or eating straight from the pot, we found this system just plain easy to use.Overall, the Flash is a great and durable stove system. However, it does have its limitations, as you can only cook what can fit in the pot, and you can certainly create your own more compact stove systems. If you\u2019re looking for a stove that emphasizes ease over all else, however, this is the one.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-05-09T08:19:38-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"9.0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t9.0\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-integrated-backpacking-stove-system-jetboil-flash-1-0l-fast-boil\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F247699%2Fjetboil-flash-10-l-fast-boil-system\" class=\"regular-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at REI<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fjetboil-flash-stove\" class=\"regular-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at Backcountry<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-liquid-fuel-backpacking-stove-msr-whisperlite-universal\" data-prod-id=\"230284\" style=\"z-index:96\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Liquid Fuel Backpacking Stove<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B005I6P2VS?\/tag=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">MSR WhisperLite Universal<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2018\/04\/78a65d3a-dbe0-41a5-bad4-69803de4e29a.jpeg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"With the option to burn nearly any fuel \u2014 including white gas and isobutane-propane \u2014 the MSR WhisperLite Universal\u00a0($200) has quickly become a four-season favorite. This is especially true if you find yourself traveling to countries outside North America, where fuel options may be limited. It\u2019s not the lightest stove on the market at 13.7 ounces, but its versatility makes up for that.We\u2019ve used this stove for really tough winter camping, and it has outperformed everything other folks have brought to elk camp. While canister stoves die in cold weather, the\u00a0WhisperLite cranks out water-boiling BTUs, even above 10,000 feet.We had no problem balancing a pot on it. With remote simmer control, we were able to make everything from fluffy pancakes to delicately scrambled eggs. Plus, it got the water boiling for coffee in no time. We\u2019ve heard reports of problems with the fuel connector threads stripping, but we haven\u2019t experienced a problem in more than three years of testing.Because it uses liquid fuel, the WhisperLite does require some TLC and stove knowledge, including priming the stove before use and stove maintenance in the field on longer excursions. As long as you familiarize yourself with the stove, you should be set.For truly far-flung expeditions, we look at the WhisperLite&#039;s overbuilt cousin, the XGK EX, but for everything else remote, this is the stove to do it with.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Organization\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"GearJunkie\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2025-05-09T08:19:38-04:00\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/AggregateRating\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"8.6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"bestRating\"  content=\"10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t8.6\/10 Rating\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-jump-link\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"jump-link\" href=\"#best-liquid-fuel-backpacking-stove-msr-whisperlite-universal\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Jump to review<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-buy-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options c-button\">BUY OPTIONS <i class=\"chevron\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"buy-options__dropdown\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F238321%2Fmsr-whisperlite-universal-stove\" class=\"regular-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at REI<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-whisperlite-universal-stove\" class=\"regular-buy-button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Check Price at Backcountry<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item\" rel=\"#best-expedition-stove-msr-xgk-ex\" data-prod-id=\"484814\" style=\"z-index:95\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"top-picks__item-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Best Expedition Stove<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F722001%2Fmsr-xgk-ex-stove\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">MSR XGK EX<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/MSR-XGK-EX-Stove.jpg\">\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"reviewBody\" content=\"The MSR XGK EX Stove ($220) is the stove we&#039;ve equipped Denali expeditions with, and they&#039;ve proven themselves in the harshest conditions on the planet. This multi-fuel stove takes everything about the WhisperLite and juices it up, creating a rugged option to toss your stock pot on and melt snow for the entire team.Like the Universal, this stove can also burn a variety of fuels, but with a more international bent. With a few different jets, you can burn aviation gas, diesel, and even jet fuel in the XGK. It won&#039;t be able to run off isobutane canisters, however, but we see limited use in these on expeditions due to their bulk and poor performance in cold temperatures.Otherwise, an overbuilt stand makes up the bulk of the XGK, which is broad enough to support a five-gallon stock pot for melting snow. Lighting the stove will require priming like the WhisperLite, and it&#039;s noticeably louder (some in our ranks call this the &#039;jet engine&#039;) when running. But despite that, the heat output is tremendous, and it&#039;s nigh impossible to blow out.We most often utilize a stove board to mount the XGK to, which insulates the system from cold snow beneath it. If your expedition is more in the vertical realm, we reach for the MSR Reactor more often than this stove, as the hanging capabilities of integrated stove systems reign when used in tight bivy tents or portaledges. But for long walks on the ice? 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With the ability to use multiple types of alcohol\/ethanol fuels, the Siphon is versatile in the sense that you don\u2019t need to find a backpacking-specific canister fuel on trail \u2014 you simply need to find a hardware store.Its use is simple: Pour in some liquid fuel and set it ablaze. Unfortunately, compared to modern canister stoves, it isn\u2019t very efficient for boiling, taking more time to reach a boil for less than half the water volume than the SOTO WindMaster. You&#039;ll also need to use a stand with this stove, and the optional Toaks pot stand can be a little shaky, so you\u2019ll want to take care with setup. These are the tradeoffs for an ultralight setup, however, and for some folks, it&#039;ll be worth it.In addition, there are a number of restrictions in wilderness areas on having open fires, and some areas consider alcohol stoves to be open fires because they don\u2019t have an on\/off switch.\u00a0That said, in the right environments, you can really cut down on the bulk of fuel canisters by using an alcohol stove like the Siphon.Like wood-fueled stoves (like the Vargo Titanium Hexagon we&#039;ve also tested), alcohol stoves bypass the need to secure specific fuel. We can attest from experience that you can find this stuff in the most remote outposts along long-distance trails or deep in the bush. 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It combines powerful boil performance with an ultralight, wind-resistant package, and compared to the ultra-similar MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe, ever-so-slightly edges it out for our top title.<\/p><p>The WindMaster is a canister stove featuring a well-designed concave burner and two interchangeable pot stand options. Its packability allows you to fit it inside smaller pots and even coffee cups, meaning minimalist backpackers will be smiling ear to ear. Its concave burner is exceptionally wind-resistant, performing with gusto even at 14,000\u2019 on top of a Colorado 14er \u2014 the equivalent of Camp 2 on Denali.\u00a0<\/p><p>While it isn\u2019t the lightest canister stove on our list, like the BRS-3000T, or as quick to boil as the MSR\u00a0Reactor, the WindMaster shines as the most well-rounded offering on the market for backcountry enthusiasts. We put it head to head with our former top spot holder, the MSR PocketRocket Deluxe, in multiple bench tests that pushed each stove to the limit. <\/p><p>The MSR was able to boil 1 liter of water about 40 seconds faster than the 4-minute, 20-second time the WindMaster put up. When we reconfigured our test to add wind, however, the SOTO was hands down the champ, displaying wind resistance that means you\u2019ll be eating sooner. That&#8217;s along with better fuel efficiency, so you can backpack for longer on the same canister \u2014 or simply have the ability to prep more hot drinks on those chilly mornings.<\/p><p>Lead stove tester Ian Atkinson used his WindMaster on thru-hikes of the PCT and Colorado Trail, where he often ended up camping above treeline. \u201cThere\u2019s nothing better than cooking dinner with a view of the sunset on the horizon after a long day of hiking \u2014 and there isn\u2019t a stove I\u2019d pick over my SOTO for the task.<\/p><p>Overall, the SOTO Windmaster combines fuel efficiency, wind resistance, packability, and performance in a way that no other stove can truly match.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"product__gallery swiper swiper-main-512750685fd8dda4af1\" data-product-id=\"512750685fd8dda4af1\">\n\t<div class=\"product__gallery-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"gallery__item-wrapper swiper-slide\">\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n\t\t\t\t<img 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class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F123404%2Fgsi-outdoors-glacier-camp-stove&amp;subId1=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681507409471ggj\"><strong>GSI Outdoors Glacier<\/strong> <strong>Stove<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($30) has a lot going for it, not just the amazing price. The canister stove can support virtually any size pot or pan (great for those who frequently camp and cook in groups), and the wider burner spreads heat out evenly.<\/p><p>The burner also has an impressive output of 11,000 BTUs, putting the power of a traditional camp stove in canister stove form. Given the output, we were hoping this stove would have a slightly faster boil time, as it took an extra 2 minutes compared to stoves like the PocketRocket Deluxe. That said, it held up in windy conditions, and the boil time stayed roughly the same.<\/p><p>The stove also has clearly marked +\/- simmer controls. We loved using this stove to pan-fry, saut\u00e9, and even rehydrate and cook some beans. Everything in the pan was nice and evenly cooked.<\/p><p>Our only con? The wide and sturdy pot support design doesn\u2019t fold, so with a 5-inch diameter, it\u2019s not the most compact. However, it can still be packed\/stashed into a larger pot. If you&#8217;re headed out on an extended journey where packed space is a greater concern (but you&#8217;ve got to stretch your dollars still), the BRS-3000T will only run you around $17 and will even boil water a bit quicker.<\/p><p>Our biggest issue with that stove, however, is the compact burner head, which can lead to scorching if you like to do more than rehydrate meals. 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itemprop=\"name\">Mary Murphy<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-link\">\n\tRead Review:\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/soto-windmaster-review\">\n\t\tFire It Up: SOTO WindMaster vs. MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Backpacking Stove Showdown\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Read Review: <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/msr-pocket-rocket-deluxe-camp-backpacking-stove-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Backpacking Stove Yet? MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Review<\/a><\/p><p>While the venerable PocketRocket has been the de facto stove for many years now, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR PocketRocket Deluxe<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($85) makes a few improvements and extra features that push it near the top of our list. You&#8217;ll pay more for them, but we think the Deluxe is worth the extra spend as a reliable backpacking stove that will work for most hikers.<\/p><p>The\u00a0Deluxe model is an ultralight stove\u00a0with stainless steel folding pot legs, a fast boiling time, and a compact design. The Deluxe is just a few grams heavier than the PocketRocket 2. But unlike the 2, the Deluxe has a built-in pressure regulator (like in the MSR WindBurner), a broader burner with wind protection (quite similar to the SOTO Windmaster), and an integrated piezo igniter.<\/p><p>During testing, we found the pressure regulator equated to more consistent boil and simmer capabilities and helped reduce the impact of cold and wind on stove performance. It also boiled faster than any other stand-alone stove, and just behind integrated systems like the MSR Reactor or Jetboil stoves. That said, when the wind starts to blow, the WindMaster lives up to its name, and both beat the PocketRocket Deluxe in boil time, and did it with less fuel burned.<\/p><p>This stove&#8217;s simmer capabilities are great. The slightly wider burner makes a difference, and when cooking dishes like oatmeal or mac and cheese, we didn\u2019t experience any burning or sticking on the bottom of the pot. 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Improvements\t<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>There are a number of integrated stove systems on the market, but the one we keep coming back to is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F247699%2Fjetboil-flash-10-l-fast-boil-system\">Jetboil Flash Fast Boil<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0($130). Redesigned in 2025, the Flash gained a better kitchen-stove style regulator knob, a better-protected peizo ignitor, added heat-resistant grips, and a sturdier locking mechanism between stove and pot. If you want an all-in-one system, the Flash is close to perfect.<\/p><p>We broke in the new version of the Flash on trips both familiar and foreign \u2014 in North Carolina and in Chilean Patagonia \u2014 and in both cases, it excelled. The biggest perk of this stove is its super-fast boil time \u2014 about 4 minutes per liter. Like the previous model, the\u00a0Flash has an all-in-one design with an on-stove igniter, improved stove-vessel integration (locking the pot to the stove), and a savvy lid that doubles as a pour spout (or French press with the right accessory). <\/p><p>The new regulator is certainly a better design, and is as familiar as the one on your home kitchen stove. This also integrates the ignitor to activate with a click while dialing the stove up. That ignitor is now much better protected in the stove and is insulated by a ceramic hood. The stove burner is also nicer to handle, due to the molded-in rubber grips. <\/p><p>Unlike most other systems on the market, like the MSR Windburner and Reactor, this stove has a few additional user-friendly features. This includes a heat-indicating sleeve that changes color to let you know when water is boiling, so you don\u2019t waste time or fuel. In practice, this was great when we were running around completing camp chores.<\/p><p>The burner head on the Flash is more traditional than the radiant heating element styles of the MSR stoves, and while we think they are more efficient, they can be a bit tricky to get started at times. This Jetboil is simple to get rolling, and whether just boiling water or eating straight from the pot, we found this system just plain easy to use.<\/p><p>Overall, the Flash is a great and durable stove system. However, it does have its limitations, as you can only cook what can fit in the pot, and you can certainly create your own more compact stove systems. 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(8 oz. isobutane)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<strong>Boil Time (1 Liter): <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3 minutes, 30 seconds (white gas)\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<strong>Piezo Ignitor: <\/strong>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"product-block__proscons-wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__proscons-pros-wrapper\">\n\t\t<h4 class=\"product-block__proscons-header\">\n\t\t\tPros\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__proscons-pros\">\n\t\t\t<ul itemprop=\"positiveNotes\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Can use a variety of fuel types<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Great for cold weather cooking<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Performs well at high altitudes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"4\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Field repairable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-block__proscons-cons-wrapper\">\n\t\t<h4 class=\"product-block__proscons-header\">\n\t\t\tCons\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__proscons-cons\">\n\t\t\t<ul itemprop=\"negativeNotes\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Not the most packable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Pretty heavy<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Need to prime the stove and do maintenance in the field<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Mary Murphy<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>With the option to burn nearly any fuel \u2014 including white gas and isobutane-propane \u2014 the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F238321%2Fmsr-whisperlite-universal-stove\"><strong>MSR<\/strong> <strong>WhisperLite Universal<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($200) has quickly become a four-season favorite. This is especially true if you find yourself traveling to countries outside North America, where fuel options may be limited. It\u2019s not the lightest stove on the market at 13.7 ounces, but its versatility makes up for that.<\/p><p>We\u2019ve used this stove for really tough winter camping, and it has outperformed everything other folks have brought to elk camp. While canister stoves die in cold weather, the\u00a0WhisperLite cranks out water-boiling BTUs, even above 10,000 feet.<\/p><p>We had no problem balancing a pot on it. With remote simmer control, we were able to make everything from fluffy pancakes to delicately scrambled eggs. Plus, it got the water boiling for coffee in no time. We\u2019ve heard reports of problems with the fuel connector threads stripping, but we haven\u2019t experienced a problem in more than three years of testing.<\/p><p>Because it uses liquid fuel, the WhisperLite does require some TLC and stove knowledge, including priming the stove before use and stove maintenance in the field on longer excursions. 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Murphy<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F722001%2Fmsr-xgk-ex-stove\">MSR XGK EX Stove<\/a> ($220) is the stove we&#8217;ve equipped Denali expeditions with, and they&#8217;ve proven themselves in the harshest conditions on the planet. This multi-fuel stove takes everything about the WhisperLite and juices it up, creating a rugged option to toss your stock pot on and melt snow for the entire team.<\/p><p>Like the Universal, this stove can also burn a variety of fuels, but with a more international bent. With a few different jets, you can burn aviation gas, diesel, and even jet fuel in the XGK. It won&#8217;t be able to run off isobutane canisters, however, but we see limited use in these on expeditions due to their bulk and poor performance in cold temperatures.<\/p><p>Otherwise, an overbuilt stand makes up the bulk of the XGK, which is broad enough to support a five-gallon stock pot for melting snow. Lighting the stove will require priming like the WhisperLite, and it&#8217;s noticeably louder (some in our ranks call this the &#8216;jet engine&#8217;) when running. But despite that, the heat output is tremendous, and it&#8217;s nigh impossible to blow out.<\/p><p>We most often utilize a <a href=\"https:\/\/wildsnow.com\/2706\/stove-boards-101-or-102\/\">stove board<\/a> to mount the XGK to, which insulates the system from cold snow beneath it. If your expedition is more in the vertical realm, we reach for the MSR Reactor more often than this stove, as the <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-reactor-hanging-kit\">hanging capabilities of integrated stove systems<\/a> reign when used in tight bivy tents or portaledges. But for long walks on the ice? 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With the ability to use multiple types of alcohol\/ethanol fuels, the Siphon is versatile in the sense that you don\u2019t need to find a backpacking-specific canister fuel on trail \u2014 you simply need to find a hardware store.<\/p><p>Its use is simple: Pour in some liquid fuel and set it ablaze. Unfortunately, compared to modern canister stoves, it isn\u2019t very efficient for boiling, taking more time to reach a boil for less than half the water volume than the SOTO WindMaster. <\/p><p>You&#8217;ll also need to use a stand with this stove, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B074L8T1JC\/?tag=gearj-20\">optional Toaks pot stand<\/a> can be a little shaky, so you\u2019ll want to take care with setup. These are the tradeoffs for an ultralight setup, however, and for some folks, it&#8217;ll be worth it.<\/p><p>In addition, there are a number of restrictions in wilderness areas on having open fires, and some areas consider alcohol stoves to be open fires because they don\u2019t have an on\/off switch.\u00a0That said, in the right environments, you can really cut down on the bulk of fuel canisters by using an alcohol stove like the Siphon.<\/p><p>Like wood-fueled stoves (like the Vargo Titanium Hexagon we&#8217;ve also tested), alcohol stoves bypass the need to secure specific fuel. We can attest from experience that you can find this stuff in the most remote outposts along long-distance trails or deep in the bush. There&#8217;s a trade-off for the versatility, and if that makes sense to you, check out the Siphon.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"product-block__break\"><\/hr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end footer -->\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-backpacking-stoves-we-enjoy\">Other Backpacking Stoves We Enjoy<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"bg-ad\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-info  no-badge \" id=\"msr-pocketrocket-2-stove\">\n\t<div class=\"product-info__content\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\n\t\t<!-- context title -->\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header-infos\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"entry-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&#038;ti=1019&#038;mi&#038;pw=7185&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&#038;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681746339960hha\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMSR PocketRocket 2 Stove\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__button-box\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681746339960hha\" class=\"avantlink-buy-button c-button c-button--large\">$50 at REI<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove\" class=\"c-button c-button--large\">Check Price at Backcountry<\/a><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end header.infos -->\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-block__featured-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"c-entry__thumbnail wp-block-image\" href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS.jpg\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-label=\"Product Affiliate Link\">\n\t\t<img width=\"502\" height=\"450\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 502 450&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS.jpg\" class=\"lazyload attachment-ldm-product-thumbnail size-ldm-product-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"The Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025\" itemprop=\"image\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS.jpg 502w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS-300x269.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS-112x100.jpg 112w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS-223x200.jpg 223w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" data-attachment-id=\"69517\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/adventure\/free-gear-fridays-backcountry-adventure-kit\/attachment\/msr_pocketrocket2_prps\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/03\/MSR_PocketRocket2_PRPS.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"502,450\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;\\u00a9Earl Harper \\\/ Harper Studios Inc. 5531 Airport Way South. 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Weighing in at a scant 2.6 ounces (excluding the fuel canister), this is a supremely packable stove. The serrated supports can hold a variety of pots, and lighting is a simple matter of turning the knob and using a match to ignite.<\/p><p>We\u2019ve had a few close calls when stirring aggressively or bumping the pot, so set it up in a level spot and take care to keep the pot upright. Nobody wants to pick their dinner out of the dirt. The PocketRocket 2 is also one of the best-performing stoves out there in terms of price.<\/p><p>This is an extremely reliable stove, and a top pick for long-distance backpackers and weekend warriors alike for its dependable durability and light design. One of the authors of this guide used the first iteration of the PocketRocket on his thru-hike of the PCT in 2018, and then carried the same PocketRocket 2 on consecutive thru-hikes of the CDT and AT. It never let him down, whipping up hundreds of meals in the backcountry with zero issues. <\/p><p>Why was this stove not our top choice?\u00a0Trust us, it was close. 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itemprop=\"name\">Mary Murphy<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Ultralight and by far the lightest canister stove on this list at just 26 g, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XNLSNFR\/?tag=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BRS-3000T<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0($17) is a titanium alloy stove manufactured by BRS in China. What we liked about the BRS \u2014 it\u2019s ultralight and performs great. In testing, we really liked its packability, easy setup, and fairly good performance in windier weather.<\/p><p>This is our top recommendation if you are looking for a truly ultralight stove (less than a third the weight of an\u00a0MSR PocketRocket Deluxe). Senior Editor Nick Belcaster used the BRS for his thru-hike of the PCT, where it did everything he needed it to. Treat this little stove well, and it&#8217;ll go the distance.<\/p><p>This stove wasn&#8217;t our top pick for a couple of reasons. The quality control can be all over the board, with some stoves sporting stiff pot support hinges, while others are loosey-goosey straight out of the box. We&#8217;ve also heard tales of poorly sealing canister interfaces. For the price, we&#8217;re willing to exchange the stove if need be, but we&#8217;ve also had good luck with our initial purchase.<\/p><p>The pot supports are also a bit more delicate and narrower than on other canister stoves, meaning it\u2019s better for smaller pots (1-1.5 L) and ultralight cookware, rather than large pots and pans. It&#8217;s also important to note that this little stove has been licensed by a few different brands out there (notably, we tested it in <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/outdoor\/backpacking\/grayl-ti-camp-stove-review\">Grayl&#8217;s Pathfinder Titanium Camp Stove Kit<\/a>), but the genuine article is from BRS. <\/p><p>If you\u2019re concerned about the camping pot you own being compatible with this stove, we recommend double-checking the dimensions. 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class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>For cranking out hot meals on alpine expeditions, boiling water in unrelenting wind, or firing up some emergency heat during an unexpected freeze \u2014 the <a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-reactor-2.5l-stove-system\"><strong>MSR<\/strong> <strong>Reactor Stove<\/strong><\/a> ($290) is the tool for the job. <\/p><p>Sure, it costs a pretty penny and is one of the more clunky stoves we&#8217;ve tested, but it&#8217;s an absolute powerhouse and game changer when maximum heat output and energy efficiency are required. At over a pound, the Reactor is probably overkill for many backpackers. But, if you&#8217;re staring down the barrel of some gnarly weather, this stove offers some of the best confidence for backcountry chefs. <\/p><p>Boil time is where the Reactor truly shines. After lighting the metal grill burner, it quickly simmers down to a hot blue flame, and employs both radiant and convective heat transfer to rapidly boil water. A built-in heat exchanger fused to the bottom of the pot disperses the heat, and does a fantastic job of blocking out extreme wind. <\/p><p>We did find it difficult to bring water to a simmer with this stove, and we found ourselves extinguishing the burner repeatedly in our attempts to reduce the heat output. Additionally, since the burner is so quiet (a plus while trying to be discreet around camp), it is often hard to know when it is still lit, or if you are just wasting fuel. With so much heat output, the pot also tends to get quite hot, so be careful when handling it.<\/p><p>These gripes aside, we feel that the Reactor still deserves a spot as one of the top weather-proof models on the market. 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content=\"2\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Handle rivets inside the pot complicate cleaning a bit<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Doesn&#039;t boil as quick as other stove systems<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Mary Murphy<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>They say, &#8220;A watched pot never boils.&#8221; But that&#8217;s not been our\u00a0experience with<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F876918%2Fjetboil-minimo-cooking-system&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>Jetboil&#8217;s\u00a0MiniMo<\/strong><\/a> ($170). It boils water in just over 3 minutes. This offers enormous\u00a0peace of mind on the trail \u2014 because when you need hot water, the last thing anyone wants to do is wait around for it to boil. Redesigned FluxRing technology distributes heat throughout the vessel like a jet engine, and uses half the fuel of traditional systems.<\/p><p>But all of Jetboil&#8217;s stoves will\u00a0boil water in a flash. Where the MiniMo really stands out from the crowd is in its\u00a0shape. Jetboil designed the MiniMo specifically for backpackers who\u00a0will be eating directly from the pot. Metal handles, a wider mouth, and a shorter height make the MiniMo both easy to cook in, and easy to eat from.\u00a0<\/p><p>The MiniMo fits 1 L of water, is recommended\u00a0to cook for one to two people, and ignites at the push of a button. It packs easily into a backpack, and all of the pieces fit inside the vessel itself. And, at just 14 ounces, it won&#8217;t be adding significantly to your pack weight.\u00a0<\/p><p>Compared to the brand&#8217;s Flash system, we find the extra spend here to be a bit much, as it&#8217;s still easy to eat from those pots, and the boil time is better with the Flash. Still, if the broad pot appeals to you, the MiniMo can be a great option.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"product-block__break\"><\/hr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end footer -->\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"bg-ad\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"product-info  no-badge \" id=\"vargo-titanium-hexagon\">\n\t<div class=\"product-info__content\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\">\n\n\t\t<!-- context title -->\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-block__header-infos\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<!-- title -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"entry-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&#038;mi=13757&#038;pw=7185&#038;ctc=&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.garagegrowngear.com%2Fproducts%2Ftitanium-hexagon-wood-stove-by-vargo-outdoors\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tVargo Titanium Hexagon\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__button-box\">\n\t<a 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No cooking<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end body.infos -->\n\t\t<\/div><!-- end body -->\n\n\t\t\t\t<div  itemprop=\"review\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope>\n\t\t\t\n\n<span class=\"author-meta screen-reader-text\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n\t<span itemprop=\"name\">Mary Murphy<\/span>\n<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"product-block__footer\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"product-info__footer-text\" itemprop=\"\">\t<p>Constructed of titanium,\u00a0the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0042J2PL2\/?tag=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong> Vargo Titanium Hexagon<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($60) packs down flat and weighs in at a scant 4.6 ounces. You\u2019ll need to collect a pile of sticks and expect to wait around 10 minutes for a boil, but for the enjoyment of having a mini campfire to whip up dinner on, it&#8217;s worth it some nights.<\/p><p>Be sure to set this on a sturdy surface to maintain airflow. We had problems at one point in a soft, sandy spot due to sinking and lack of oxygen. But placed on a rock, it did great.<\/p><p>On several online platforms, fans of the product have recommended drilling extra holes in the sidewall to increase airflow. But we haven\u2019t tried that.<\/p><p>As with all wood-burning stoves, the Titanium Hexagon will only work in areas with an abundance of sticks, and you\u2019ll need to pay close attention to fire restrictions. 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There are lighter and cheaper options available, but what makes the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=GJBGOutdoorBackpackingStoves|xid:fr1681746339961eie&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F890802%2Fmsr-windburner-stove-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR<\/strong> <strong>WindBurner<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0($200) great is its quick boiling time and ability to work in all manners of weather.<\/p><p>At the end of a long day on the trail, it\u2019s nice to be able to easily fire it up and make your<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F885696%2Fgood-to-go-thai-curry-2-servings&amp;subId1=GJBGOutdoorBackpackingStoves|xid:fr1681746339961cga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>favorite dehydrated meal<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0in a flash. And being more efficient means wasting less fuel.<\/p><p>One of our editors used the Windburner while motorcycle camping for more than a year and never once had a problem. It fired up without a hitch, boiled water quickly, and packed up small.<\/p><p>The canister packs into the pot, and the plastic cup slips on the bottom to create an integrated package. Just remember to remove the cup before cooking. Trust us \u2014 it will melt.<\/p><p>The WindBurner wasn&#8217;t able to quite knock off the Jetboil Flash for the title of best stove system, and it boils down to price and ease of use. The radiant burner on the MSR stove is undeniably more efficient and wind-proof, but we have had small issues with it failing to &#8216;bloom&#8217; without a little breeze to prompt it. If max efficiency is your goal, however, it&#8217;s an easy thing to overlook.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"product-block__break\"><\/hr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><!-- end footer -->\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chart\">Backpacking Stoves Comparison Chart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Backpacking Stove<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Weight<\/th><th>Fuel Type<\/th><th>Burn Time<\/th><th>Boil Time (1L)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1736966004442ieg&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F177954%2Fsoto-windmaster-stove-with-4flex-pot-support\">SOTO WindMaster<\/a><\/td><td>$70<\/td><td>2.3-3 oz.<\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td>1 hr. ,30 min. per 8 oz. of fuel<\/td><td>4 min., 19 sec.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F123404%2Fgsi-outdoors-glacier-camp-stove&amp;subId1=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681507409471ggj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GSI Outdoors Glacier<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$30<\/td><td><strong>5.8 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td><strong>5 min. 30 sec<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR PocketRocket <\/strong><br><strong>Deluxe<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td>$85<\/td><td><strong>2.9 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td><strong>60 min. per 8 oz. of IsoPro fuel<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3 min., 40 sec<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F247699%2Fjetboil-flash-10-l-fast-boil-system\"><strong>Jetboil Flash<\/strong> Fast Boil<\/a><\/td><td>$130<\/td><td>13 oz.<\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td>40 min. per 100 g canister<\/td><td>4 min.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F238321%2Fmsr-whisperlite-universal-stove\">MSR WhisperLite Universal<\/a><\/td><td>$200<\/td><td><strong>13.7 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Liquid or <\/strong>Isobutane<\/td><td><strong>1 hr., 50 min. (20 oz. white gas)\/ 1 hr. 15 min. (8 oz. isobutane)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3.5 min. per <\/strong><br>\u00bd L<strong> <\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F722001%2Fmsr-xgk-ex-stove\">MSR XGK EX<\/a><\/td><td>$220<\/td><td>13.2 oz.<\/td><td>Liquid<\/td><td>1 hr., 49 min. per 20 oz. of white gas<\/td><td>3 min., 30 sec.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F139467%2Ftoaks-titanium-siphon-alcohol-stove\">Toaks Titanium Siphon<\/a><\/td><td>$28<\/td><td>0.7 oz.<\/td><td>Alcohol<\/td><td><strong>Endless, depending on alcohol supply<\/strong><\/td><td>5 min., 30 sec<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681746339960hha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSR PocketRocket 2<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$60<\/td><td><strong>2.6 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td><strong>Roughly 60 min. per 8 oz. of IsoPro fuel<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3.5-4.5 min<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XNLSNFR\/?tag=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BRS-3000T<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$17<\/td><td><strong>26 g (0.92 oz.)<\/strong><\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td><strong>4 min<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-reactor-2.5l-stove-system\">MSR Reactor<\/a><\/td><td>$290<\/td><td><strong>1 lb., 3 oz.<\/strong><\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td><strong>1 hr., 20 min. per 8 oz. of IsoPro fuel<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3 min<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F876918%2Fjetboil-minimo-cooking-system&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jetboil MiniMo<\/a><\/td><td>$170<\/td><td>14 oz.<\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td>60 minutes per 100 g canister<\/td><td>3 min., 25 sec.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0042J2PL2\/?tag=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vargo Titanium Hexagon<\/a><\/td><td>$60<\/td><td>4.1 oz.<\/td><td>Wood<\/td><td><strong>Endless, depending on wood supply<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>8-10 min<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681746339961cjj&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F890802%2Fmsr-windburner-stove-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSR WindBurner<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>$200<\/td><td>15.3 oz.<\/td><td>Isobutane<\/td><td><strong>95 min. per 227 g canister<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>4 min<\/strong>., 30 sec.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2000 1334&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves.jpeg\" alt=\"five different lightweight backpacking stoves with fuel canisters and a tent in the background\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-113291\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves.jpeg 2000w, 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https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-620x414.jpeg 620w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-588x392.jpeg 588w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-294x196.jpeg 294w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-382x255.jpeg 382w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-191x127.jpeg 191w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-293x195.jpeg 293w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-586x390.jpeg 586w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-400x266.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-1220x814.jpeg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-610x407.jpeg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-1676x1118.jpeg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-838x559.jpeg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-900x600.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-450x300.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-1940x1294.jpeg 1940w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-1880x1254.jpeg 1880w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/best-backpacking-stoves-150x100.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A lineup of canister backpacking stoves we tested; (photo\/Eric Phillips)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-we-tested-the-best-backpacking-stoves\">How We Tested the Best Backpacking Stoves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-expert-testers\">Our Expert Testers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our entire staff contributed to testing and using a variety of backpacking stoves over the years. But every year, we test new and updated models. In addition to testing in group settings, we dedicate a lot of time to personal trips packing in and using these stoves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We pay extra-close attention to each stove\u2019s burner performance in wind and colder conditions, as well as its general usability. Guide author <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/author\/mmurphy\">Mary Murphy<\/a> has spent over 250 days in the backcountry on solo backpacking, camping, and pack-paddleboarding trips, and has also section-hiked the Appalachian Trail and Colorado Trail. She carefully curated our initial selection of 15 diverse stoves beginning in 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Senior Editor <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/author\/ccarter\">Chris Carter<\/a> began assisting in testing in 2022. He has thru-hiked the Triple Crown of long trails in the United States: the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail, and knows the importance of a reliable stove for nutrition and sustenance on trail. Nobody likes cold-soaking \u2014 no matter what the ultralight cult says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/author\/ianatkinson\">Ian Atkinson<\/a> is our newest lead tester, located in the Four Corners region of Colorado. He brings years of long-distance hiking experience into his pursuits of summer high-altitude mountaineering and winter desert rock climbing. Ian has a passion for remote multi-day backpacking adventures and luxurious car camping trips, allowing him the unique ability to test stoves in a wide array of environments and conditions. If you want to know whether a stove can deal with sand or altitudes above 12,000 feet, he\u2019s your guy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, we have tested countless models to bring you the exhaustive list of 13 stoves you see today. Our team consistently has our noses to the ground, sniffing out new products when they hit the market to ensure this guide represents the most up-to-date, deserving selection possible. Rest assured, every stove on this list has been vetted by our seasoned staff of backpacking enthusiasts and has proven to be worthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"727676\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #727676;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2000 1333&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-486964\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"727676\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #727676;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-486964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2024\/11\/DSC08169-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">We put equal measure on both bench and field testing when weighing these stoves against one another; (photo\/Erika Courtney)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-testing-process-and-testing-grounds\">Our Testing Process and Testing Grounds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our backpacking stove testing breaks down into two broad categories: field and bench testing. Field testing puts these stoves smack dab in the middle of the action, and we lean on them to provide hot meals at the ends of our regular backpacking trips. Many of these stoves are tailored for different types of backpackers or trips, so we aim to use them as they were intended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That means stoves like the MSR EGK get sent to Alaska, and ultralight units like the BRS-3000T head out on the PCT. When we\u2019re out in the field, we\u2019re looking at ease of use, how it sets up, how packable it is, how adaptable it is in unexpected scenarios, and ultimately, how it feels to use on a day-to-day basis. We use a stove for months, if not years, and are answering the questions: What is this stove best at? Where can it be improved? And who does it fit best?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"7e766f\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7e766f;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2000 1333&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-566582\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"7e766f\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #7e766f;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-566582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/box-fan-wind-test-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Our wind simulation set up is simple, but does well to emulate the types of challenges these stoves will face in the backcountry; (photo\/Ian Atkinson)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these stoves also eventually hit the bench, where we&#8217;ve assembled a slate of tests to measure them as fairly as possible against one another and answer these questions: How quickly can a stove boil a liter of water both with and without wind? And how fuel-efficient is it while doing so?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how it works: we set up a timer and thermometer, turn the stove to max output, bring a liter of cool tap water up to a boil in a lidless titanium pot, and measure the fuel container before and after. For simulating wind, we use a generic box fan set to medium and place the stove 8 feet away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During these tests, we\u2019re focused on the small details so things stay consistent. Tests take place in a large draftless indoor room, each stove gets a fresh optimized fuel source, starting water temperatures are identical, and we\u2019re using the same wide-base titanium pot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When all is said and done, we come away with both expert opinions and hard data \u2014 a combo that ensures you\u2019re getting the best stove recommendation for your backcountry kitchen setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"guide\">Buyer&#8217;s Guide: How to Choose a Backpacking Stove<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"5b626b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5b626b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1599\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1599&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926.jpg\" alt=\"Backpacking Stoves\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-232046\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-2048x1364.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"5b626b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5b626b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1599\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926.jpg\" alt=\"Backpacking Stoves\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-232046\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-2048x1364.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ATP00373-scaled-e1681925669926-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Backpacking stoves are essential elements of a well-rounded backpacking kit; (photo\/Chris Carter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The right stove depends on a variety of factors. What works for one person might not suit your particular adventures. Read on for tips on choosing the best backpacking stove. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth noting that this article focuses solely on backpacking stoves. If you\u2019re looking for a larger two-burner camp stove, check out the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/best-camping-stoves\">Best Camping Stoves of 2025<\/a><\/strong>. Also, take a peek at our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/cooking\/best-backpacking-meals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Best Backpacking Meals<\/strong><\/a> for some backcountry culinary inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-types-of-backpacking-stoves\">Types of Backpacking Stoves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a variety of different types of backpacking stoves, and which one you decide to go with boils down to personal preference and the type of adventure you plan to use it on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ATP05278-e1698931942390.jpeg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"937e56\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #937e56;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ATP05278-e1698931942390.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-300330\"\/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"937e56\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #937e56;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/11\/ATP05278-e1698931942390.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-300330\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The MSR PocketRocket 2, a lightweight canister stove, is a popular model among thru-hikers going the distance; (photo\/Chris Carter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-canister-stoves\">Canister Stoves<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These stoves typically screw directly onto a fuel canister filled with a blend of isobutane-propane. Benefits include ease of use and low maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the flip side, canisters can\u2019t be refilled, causing additional waste (they can be recycled, but you\u2019ll need to take them to a recycling facility). And they\u2019re prone to freezing up or providing a weak flame in cold winter conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Top examples of canister stoves include the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves%7Cbw-a20c1175-abed%7Cxid%3Afr1736966004442ieg|xid:fr1746724826795ifi&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F177954%2Fsoto-windmaster-stove-with-4flex-pot-support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SOTO&nbsp;WindMaster<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR PocketRocket Deluxe<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2275\" height=\"1516\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2275 1516&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe.jpg\" alt=\"MSR Pocket Deluxe camp stove\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-83896\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe.jpg 2275w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-586x390.jpg 586w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-1220x813.jpg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-1676x1117.jpg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-838x558.jpg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2275px) 100vw, 2275px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2275\" height=\"1516\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe.jpg\" alt=\"MSR Pocket Deluxe camp stove\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-83896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe.jpg 2275w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-586x390.jpg 586w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-1220x813.jpg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-1676x1117.jpg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-838x558.jpg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2275px) 100vw, 2275px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The MSR PocketRocket Deluxe is our top pick for canister stoves; (photo\/Seiji Ishii) <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-liquid-fuel-stoves\">Liquid Fuel Stoves<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>These stoves connect to refillable fuel bottles. They are generally filled with white gas, but you can also use other fuels, including kerosene and gasoline. This is ideal if traveling overseas. This stove type can be slightly more complicated to use (in other words, it requires maintenance), but it performs well in cold conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our top pick for liquid fuel stoves would be the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F238321%2Fmsr-whisperlite-universal-stove\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR WhisperLite Universal<\/strong><\/a>, followed closely by its expedition-ready cousin, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F722001%2Fmsr-xgk-ex-stove\">XGK EX<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1702\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 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https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1220x865.jpg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-610x433.jpg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1676x1189.jpg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-838x594.jpg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-900x638.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-450x319.jpg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1940x1376.jpg 1940w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1880x1333.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-141x100.jpg 141w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-282x200.jpg 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1702\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-152214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-700x496.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-768x545.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1536x1089.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-2048x1452.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1200x851.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-600x426.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1240x879.jpg 1240w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-620x440.jpg 620w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-588x417.jpg 588w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-294x208.jpg 294w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-382x271.jpg 382w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-191x135.jpg 191w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1220x865.jpg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-610x433.jpg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1676x1189.jpg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-838x594.jpg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-900x638.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-450x319.jpg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1940x1376.jpg 1940w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-1880x1333.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-141x100.jpg 141w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2022\/08\/lighting-up-the-the-solo-stove-lite-282x200.jpg 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Woodburning stoves, like the Solo Stove Lite, allow you to use readily available fuel to cook your meals; (photo\/David Young)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-woodburning-stoves\">Woodburning Stoves<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The traditionalists out there will appreciate a wood stove. You get the pleasure of cooking over a fire packed into a smaller space. The upside is you don\u2019t need to carry fuel. The downsides include susceptibility to wind, unpredictable cook times, and fire restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are fantastic options for those looking to harken back to the roots of the backcountry culinary art. But, these aren&#8217;t the most reliable stoves for long journeys. Trudge through the rain all day and there may not be any dry tinder to warm up that freeze-dried spaghetti you so meticulously prepared beforehand. If you do decide to go this route, either bring a backup fuel source or embrace occasional cold-soaking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B007DBD3IU\/?tag=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\">Solo Stove Lite<\/a><\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/scheels.sjv.io\/c\/381569\/1029574\/13422?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.scheels.com%2Fp%2Fsolo-stove-lite-camp-stove%2F85397700822.html%23q%3Dsolo%252Bstove%252Blite%26lang%3Den_US%26start%3D1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Vargo Titanium Hexagon<\/strong><\/a> are some of the better wood-burning backpacking stoves on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stove-use-cooking-vs-boiling\"><strong>Stove Use: Cooking vs. Boiling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to eat mainly <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/cooking\/best-backpacking-meals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>dehydrated backpacking meals<\/strong><\/a> (just add water), you\u2019ll want a simple stove with a fast boiling time. If, on the other hand, you\u2019d like to cook more elaborate meals, it will be more important to find a stove with better simmer control, and maybe a wider burner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think about how often and for what type of cooking you\u2019ll be using your backpacking stove before buying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2572\" height=\"1715\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2572 1715&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent.jpg\" alt=\"MSR Pocket Deluxe camp stove\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-83898\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent.jpg 2572w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-586x390.jpg 586w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-1220x813.jpg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-1676x1118.jpg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-838x559.jpg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2572px) 100vw, 2572px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2572\" height=\"1715\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent.jpg\" alt=\"MSR Pocket Deluxe camp stove\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-83898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent.jpg 2572w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-293x195.jpg 293w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-586x390.jpg 586w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-1220x813.jpg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-1676x1118.jpg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-838x559.jpg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2019\/12\/MSR-Pocket-Rocket-Deluxe-by-tent-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2572px) 100vw, 2572px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The MSR PocketRocket Deluxe stove affords good simmer control for cooking; (photo\/Seiji Ishii)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stove-packed-size-and-weight\">Stove Packed Size and Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The stoves on this list weigh anywhere from an ounce to 2 pounds (but most are within the 3- to 9-ounce range). Some can fit in the palm of your hand, and some take up a bit more room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone needs&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=999999&amp;u=1907177&amp;m=39329&amp;afftrack=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681746339961chc&amp;urllink=www.bladehq.com%2Fitem--Esbit-Folding-Titanium-Solid-Fuel--12015\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>the tiniest stove<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;on the market. Especially if you camp year-round, you\u2019ll want to choose a four-season stove, or one better rated for cold performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also a few differences to consider between size and packed size. For example, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F127968%2Fjetboil-flash-cooking-system&amp;subId1=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Jetboil stove<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;itself is larger and slightly heavier than other canister stoves on our list. However, it integrates with all the other components and packs down super small (including the pot, lid, stove, and fuel).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"506\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 738 506&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000.jpeg\" alt=\"BRS3000T backpacking stove close up\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-114647\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000.jpeg 738w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-300x206.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-700x480.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-600x411.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-620x425.jpeg 620w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-588x403.jpeg 588w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-294x202.jpeg 294w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-382x262.jpeg 382w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-191x131.jpeg 191w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-610x418.jpeg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-450x309.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-146x100.jpeg 146w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-292x200.jpeg 292w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"506\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000.jpeg\" alt=\"BRS3000T backpacking stove close up\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-114647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000.jpeg 738w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-300x206.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-700x480.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-600x411.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-620x425.jpeg 620w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-588x403.jpeg 588w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-294x202.jpeg 294w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-382x262.jpeg 382w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-191x131.jpeg 191w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-610x418.jpeg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-450x309.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-146x100.jpeg 146w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/05\/best-backpacking-stove-BRS3000-292x200.jpeg 292w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The ultralight, tiny BRS3000T perched on a camp table during stove testing in Colorado; (photo\/Eric Philips)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Weight is another consideration. If you are going on a 2-day overnight, weight won\u2019t matter as much as, say, a 30-day wilderness trek.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, think about what other gear you\u2019ll be carrying. Do you have a lightweight <a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/tents\/best-backpacking-tents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>backpacking tent<\/strong><\/a> that doesn\u2019t take up much space? Or will you be carrying lots of equipment, like a camera or climbing gear?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you frequent forests or parks that allow folks to collect firewood, or if you are going to an area where fuel is harder to come by, maybe a wood stove would be the best option. If you\u2019re an ounce counter, an ultralight canister stove may be what you\u2019re after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-winter-and-cold-performance\"><strong>Winter and Cold Performance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing.jpeg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2200\" height=\"1547\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2200 1547&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing.jpeg\" alt=\"a jetboil stove system on a table at a campsite\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-113292\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing.jpeg 2200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-300x211.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-700x492.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-768x540.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1536x1080.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-2048x1440.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1200x844.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-600x422.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1240x872.jpeg 1240w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-620x436.jpeg 620w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-588x413.jpeg 588w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-294x207.jpeg 294w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-382x269.jpeg 382w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-191x134.jpeg 191w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1220x858.jpeg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-610x429.jpeg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1676x1179.jpeg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-838x589.jpeg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-900x633.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-450x316.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1940x1364.jpeg 1940w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1880x1322.jpeg 1880w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-142x100.jpeg 142w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-284x200.jpeg 284w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2200px) 100vw, 2200px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2200\" height=\"1547\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing.jpeg\" alt=\"a jetboil stove system on a table at a campsite\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-113292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing.jpeg 2200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-300x211.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-700x492.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-768x540.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1536x1080.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-2048x1440.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1200x844.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-600x422.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1240x872.jpeg 1240w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-620x436.jpeg 620w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-588x413.jpeg 588w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-294x207.jpeg 294w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-382x269.jpeg 382w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-191x134.jpeg 191w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1220x858.jpeg 1220w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-610x429.jpeg 610w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1676x1179.jpeg 1676w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-838x589.jpeg 838w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-900x633.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-450x316.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1940x1364.jpeg 1940w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-1880x1322.jpeg 1880w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-142x100.jpeg 142w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2021\/04\/jetboil-testing-284x200.jpeg 284w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2200px) 100vw, 2200px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Stoves like the Jetboil Flash offer solid wind and weather resistance for cold winter camping; (photo\/Mary Murphy)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all stoves are created equal, and nowhere is this more evident than in the frigid temps of winter camping conditions. If you camp in the warmer months&nbsp;only, this isn\u2019t a concern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you head out in the winter, you\u2019ll probably use your stove to melt snow and boil a lot of water. You need to be able to rely on it when the mercury drops. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-reactor-2.5l-stove-system\">MSR Reactor<\/a><\/strong> is a great stove for this purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this, you\u2019ll want a liquid fuel or four-season stove. We\u2019ve found liquid fuel stoves to be the most reliable choice in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-considerations\">Other Considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Group size:&nbsp;If you regularly backpack and plan meals with a group (families, college students), consider dispersing the weight and investing in a larger group cookset and stove. Or, a wider burner that can accommodate a variety of pots and pans. The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F830342%2Fmsr-whisperlite-universal-backpacking-stove&amp;subId1=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681507409471hed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR WhisperLite Universal<\/strong><\/a> is a great choice for group camping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re a solo adventurer, a smaller canister stove, like the popular <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR PocketRocket 2<\/strong><\/a>, is a fine choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"5e5b5b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5e5b5b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 700 467&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-566692\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"5e5b5b\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5e5b5b;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-566692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/DSC09940.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">If you&#8217;re using an all-in-one system like the Jetboil Flash, know that you&#8217;ll be limited in pot size to the version you&#8217;ve invested in; (photo\/Erika Courtney)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-using-a-backpacking-stove\">Tips for Using a Backpacking Stove<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>When you buy your first backpacking stove, invest in a few extra fuel canisters too. This lets you have a stockpile for spur-of-the-moment trips and early-morning endeavors \u2014 you won\u2019t have to run to a store to track down fuel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always read the instructions. (Yes, even if you are familiar with camp stoves.) The instructions will tell you how to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/cooking\/camp-cooking-for-beginners\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>prime your stove<\/strong><\/a>, and might even have tips on cleaning and repair.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid spills by setting up on the flattest spot possible. Flat rocks make great cooking surfaces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always bring matches to light your stove in case of an emergency. Yes, even if your stove has a piezo igniter. Igniters can fail, lighters can break, and there\u2019s nothing sadder than a cold meal because you can\u2019t get a flame.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never cook inside your tent or vehicle. On top of being a fire hazard, this can cause carbon monoxide poisoning and death. If you camp frequently in rainy climates, invest in a tarp and some guy line for a safe overhead kitchen shelter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241.jpeg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"414056\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #414056;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 2400 1600&quot;&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241.jpeg\" alt=\"Backpacking Stoves\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-232048\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><noscript><img data-dominant-color=\"414056\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #414056;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241.jpeg\" alt=\"Backpacking Stoves\" class=\"lazyload not-transparent wp-image-232048\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241.jpeg 2400w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-700x467.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07565-scaled-e1681925607241-720x480.jpeg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A hot meal at the end of a brutal day is key for keeping morale up while on a long backpacking journey; (photo\/Chris Carter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"price\">Price &amp; Value<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A good stove rounds out your backpacking equipment list, and while there&#8217;s a range available, it generally won&#8217;t be too spendy to get something that should work for most of your adventures outdoors. That said, there are a handful of specialized stove systems that can ask a pretty penny, so consider where you&#8217;ll be using your stove, as well as how often, and even what you&#8217;ll be cooking most. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-budget\">Budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend-wise backpacking stoves like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=el&amp;merchant_id&amp;website_id&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F123404%2Fgsi-outdoors-glacier-camp-stove&amp;subId1=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681507409471ggj|xid:fr1731016940875fae\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GSI Outdoors Glacier<\/a><\/strong> ($30) are simple in design, easy to use, and get the job done \u2014 just don&#8217;t expect them to be rich with features. You likely won&#8217;t see integrated ignition systems in the budget price range, or pressure regulators, but we&#8217;ve whipped up many meals on stoves like these, and they perform great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Glacier is a bit tougher to pack away as it doesn&#8217;t fold down. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&amp;mi=13757&amp;pw=7185&amp;ctc=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves%7Cbw-bebb9fc2-e5ab|xid:fr1746729154087eeg&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.garagegrowngear.com%2Fproducts%2Fbrs-3000-t-stove-by-brs-outdoor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BRS-3000T Ultralight&nbsp;Stove<\/a>&nbsp;($17), on the other hand, is very small, almost to the point of being too small and having too tight of a flame pattern. There are tradeoffs for everything, but you&#8217;ll notice them a bit more the less you pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mid-tier\">Mid-Tier<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spending a bit more will get you a stove that&#8217;ll work for a wider variety of trips. Between $50 and $100 are many great canister stoves like the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1731016940875hfb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR PocketRocket&nbsp;Deluxe<\/strong><\/a> ($85), as well as alternative fuel stoves like the woodburning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B007DBD3IU\/?tag=gjboutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\">Solo Stove Lite<\/a> ($70). For the money, you&#8217;ll see some options sport piezo ignitors, have better wind resistance, pack down more compactly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In another tier are stove systems, which you should expect to pay between $130 and $200. Options like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F247699%2Fjetboil-flash-10-l-fast-boil-system\">Jetboil Flash Fast Boil<\/a><\/strong> ($130) or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves|xid:fr1681746339961cjj|xid:fr1731016940875dce&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F890802%2Fmsr-windburner-stove-system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSR WindBurner<\/a><\/strong> ($200) put the whole package together and offer a stove that works in tandem with its cook pot, offering better efficiency and wind resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-premium\">Premium<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anything north of $200 is undoubtedly specialized for rough terrain or weather, and both the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F722001%2Fmsr-xgk-ex-stove\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSR XGK EX<\/a> ($220) and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/backcountry.tnu8.net\/c\/381569\/358742\/5311?subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fmsr-reactor-2.5l-stove-system\">MSR Reactor<\/a><\/strong> ($290) are primed for expeditions into cold climates. A liquid-fueled option like the XGK will be overbuilt and field-repairable (and will run on nearly any liquid fuel, to boot), while the Reactor uses a pressure regulator and radiant burner head to keep going when things get chilly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq\"><div class=\"c-block-faq-wrapper\"><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" class=\"c-block-accordion-list c-block-faq-list\"><div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What is the difference between a camping stove and a backpacking stove?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gearjunkie.com\/camping\/best-camping-stoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Camp stoves<\/strong><\/a> and backpacking stoves are both built for use in the outdoors, but they vary wildly in features. Camping stoves weigh anywhere from 6 to 15 pounds, and they\u2019re designed for use on a camp table or picnic table in more front-country settings (you won\u2019t want to carry one far).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, backpacking stoves are designed to hike with. They weigh 1-12 ounces, and they\u2019re designed to pack small to fit in a pocket or pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Backpacking stoves tend to have a single burner, with some sort of fuel connector, regulator\/simmer dial, and pot support platform. That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What is the best backpacking stove?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>The best backpacking stove that won us over in testing was the<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=cl&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F148209%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-deluxe-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;<strong>MSR PocketRocket Deluxe<\/strong><\/a> (the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PocketRocket 2<\/strong><\/a>, the previous model, is also a solid stove).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, we recognize that this isobutane canister stove might not fit everyone\u2019s needs, or maybe budget. Which is why we\u2019ve compiled our list of best backpacking stoves by fuel type, and also differentiated by price and size.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What is the smallest\/lightest backpacking stove?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>The smallest canister stove we tested was the&nbsp;<strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B06XNLSNFR\/?tag=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BRS-3000T<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>at 0.9 ounces, with the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSR PocketRocket 2<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;coming in second at 2.6 ounces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For just a fraction more ounces, and with a few more features (piezo igniter), you can consider our top choice, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/381569\/1448521\/17195?tt=app&amp;ti=1019&amp;mi&amp;pw=7185&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F114890%2Fmsr-pocketrocket-2-stove&amp;subId1=gjbgoutdoorbackpackingstoves\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>MSR PocketRocket Deluxe<\/strong><\/a>,&nbsp;which rings in at 2.9 ounces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full alignfull\"><a href=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com\/images.gearjunkie.com\/uploads\/2023\/04\/DSC07586-2-scaled-e1681925511538.jpg\"><img data-dominant-color=\"474347\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #474347;\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; 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(photo\/Chris Carter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item c-block-faq-item c-block-faq-item--active c-block-faq-item--opened\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\t<div class=\"c-block-faq-item__header\">\n\t\t<svg\n\t\t\txmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\n\t\t\txmlns-xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"c-block-accordion-item__arrow c-block-faq-item__arrow\"\n\t\t\twidth=\"15\"\n\t\t\theight=\"24\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<path\n\t\t\t\tid=\"Path_1662\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-name=\"Path 1662\"\n\t\t\t\td=\"M15.642,14.142h-3V1.5H0v-3H15.642Z\"\n\t\t\t\ttransform=\"translate(2 2) rotate(45)\"\n\t\t\t\tfill=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t><\/path>\n\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__title c-block-faq-item__title\" itemprop=\"name\">What are BTUs?<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"c-block-accordion-item__content c-block-faq-item__content c-block-faq-item__content--active\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"c-faq-shortcode-item__description\" itemprop=\"text\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wp-block-ldm-faq-item\">\n<p>BTU stands for British Thermal Unit \u2014 essentially, it\u2019s a measurement unit of heat. 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