Backpacking and Camp Stoves
The best backpacking and camp stoves, reviewed and curated by the Trailspace community. The latest review was added on June 24, 2021. Stores' prices and availability are updated daily.
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Recent Backpacking/Camp Stove Reviews
Trangia Fuel Bottle
Absolutely bombproof multi-fuel bottle for all liquid stove fuels not just alcohol for Trangia. I have had a 750 ml bottle I bought in Sweden over 20 years ago; outside it is still red but the printing is long gone. Other than that no sign of wear at all. It first held white gas for my SVEA 123 and for many years now holds alcohol for my Trangia burner for which it is designed. Many folk are unsure of the delivery screw top. I have never had any issues with it at all. It delivers a very precise… Full review
Trangia Fuel Bottle
A tough, plastic solution, to your denatured alcohol transport issues. The tricky safety valve might be its weak link, after a while. Self-contained, mobile users might like to look at other options. I finally had to jettison my 30-year-old Sigg Meths bottle, last year. The alloy was pitted, to the point of near-disintegration in some places, and the stopper was almost welded on. I bought a Trangia replacement, rather than buying steel alternatives, of indeterminate quality and origin. The body… Full review
Primus Essential Trail Kit
The Primus Essential Trail Kit is an inexpensive, lightweight, and versatile stove kit from a renowned manufacturer. I received this Primus Essential Trail Kit in the winter of 2020-2021 for the purpose of reviewing it. Winter weather, Covid, and major surgery have all done their best to keep me indoors, but I have managed to sneak out on a few occasions. So without further ado…. Primus is a Swedish company known for producing top quality stoves since 1892 (!). They balance out carbon emissions… Full review
Esbit Titanium Stove
Compact, reliable, lightweight, indestructible. What’s not to like about a titanium micro stove that simply works? Sure, it’s not fast nor lava-hot. But it gets the job done in almost every situation and condition during most outdoors activities. It’s perfect for lightweight types who also want to avoid bulk and complexity. Sometimes simple and basic is the best option. I can’t think of an easier piece of camping gear to use than this stove. Certainly not other kind of stove, as this just… Full review
Eureka! Ignite Camp Stove
A good all-around stove for car camping. It's easy to set up and has features that make it easy to use. We take it camping and it does well cooking for our family of four. Midway through a camping road trip our prior camp stove gave up, and we scoured high and low for a replacement, finding the last one available—the Eurekea Ignite. We're usually budget campers, and this was a higher quality and higher price point than our typical gear purchase, although it's certainly not the most expensive two-burner… Full review
Eureka! SPRK Camp Stove
Compact, lightweight, and reliable butane camp stove. The neat easy to carry case and easy setup makes cooking anywhere a pleasure! The hatch of my SUV worked great during a three-day in Death Valley NP. The small 8oz. butane containers required aren't expensive, and I used less than one all three days, and butane can be used indoors during inclement weather. Can't find any fault with this one! Until I purchased this stove, I cooked solely over a campfire. With the increasing fire danger and campfire… Full review
Optimus Svea 123
I bought my 123 in 1970. Went on many trips until it was put away about 1976. Resurrected about 1990 with fuel still in it. Started right up and has since been on many more trips. Had to replace the fill cap washer once after a spectacular fireball due to its failure while cooking. I concur with all the other folks who have heaped high praise on these little beauties. Despite its occasional little quirks it is the best stove I’ve ever used. I just wish it weighed a little less. Approaching my… Full review
Optimus Svea 123
Svea 123 (since 1968). Never fails. White Gas (naptha). If you travel two weeks from people...you will survive. Also have Sigg stand/pot. Light. Hot. No plastic. Repairable. Brass! No mess, no smoke, no residual smell. 100% confident (Survival!). Still nothing better. Old acquaintance not forgot! Mine has lasted for 50 years. What more needs to be said? I have not met anyone with an older stove (anyone that is actually mobile). No nonsense! Used on 90-day bicycle tours. Worst drawback I have found… Full review
Optimus Svea 123
Simplicity and brilliantly designed. I use this stove with the Optimus Terra HE cook set. It reduces boiling time considerably. Bought new in 1973, it continues to work with no problems at all. I now use it now on shorter excursions because of my age but still enjoy the jet-engine burner roar. I do want to mention you do not have to put your fuel tank in your sleeping bag in extreme cold or altitudes. This device will fire up every time. All I can say is you will not regret owning a reliably designed… Full review
