Has anyone compared this to the "Ultralight Backpacking Canister Rocket Camp Stove" that sells on Amazon for about ten bucks and seems similar?
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Yep, you get what you pay for. Do you want to take the gamble that when it stops working happens to be at the end of a long, cold day when it's raining/sleeting and you really need hot food or drink in you? The cheap one will die first, and not likely in the parking lot next to your vehicle.
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I have compared them.. and to make this short the ultra light backpacking stove made the msr look like trash!
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I bought the Chinese one linked above, worked great in home tests, clogged the first time I took it into the field. I can't rely on it one bit.I don't want to carry four stoves (re: Stan in St Louistan) into the backcountry. I want to carry one, that will work, period. Is it worth $25 to have a failed stove halfway into a through hike? At least if the MSR stove had quit working, I would have been able to get it replaced.
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Please read this! I bought one of those cheap stoves from Amazon and it started up with a 4 foot flame. Nearly burned myself and the forest down. Scary!! There is a difference buying a cheap stove - they aren't regulated the same way. At least when you buy a name brand, they have to stand by their product. Will never buy generic again when it comes to something where safety is involved.
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I own 2 of the cheap Chinese stoves and I will say they work pretty darn well. However, I will be purchasing a Pocket Rocket. This video comparison ( https://youtu.be/IRgxRENrmV4 ) convinced me to spend the extra bucks. The boil time and wind test were eye opening. I will keep my cheapies as backup.
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The problem with the $10 stove is that you get what you pay for. It is made overseas and Christopher feels it wont last very long. It is made of cheep pot metal.
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I have taken both out on 2 backpacking trips, never had to use the msr, to be honest I take the msr just in case the ultra light fails on me, well it hasn't, don't know if I got a really well made version, but I almost never use the msr, to be fair though the overall look and finish of the msr is better but both are equally functional in my opinion, if ever my ultra light fails I will revise this answer.
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It is light, but by no means ultralight. I don't have a scale, so I can't weight it (it's not heavier than any other solution for non-instant coffee). If coffee is essential, I think it would be worth it to take it on a ten day trip. If it nests inside your cookpot that would be ideal. I use it daily at home. Things to consider: It take considerable water to wash the grounds out of the fine mesh adequately; you would want a pot that pours well (like a kettle); you would want some way to protect it because of its awkward shape. It is really a wonderful product. For backpacking, a smaller 1 cup sized version would be supreme. It is light, but by no means ultralight. I don't have a scale, so I can't weight it (it's not heavier than any other solution for non-instant coffee). If coffee is essential, I think it would be worth it to take it on a ten day trip. If it nests inside your cookpot that would be ideal. I use it daily at home. Things to consider: It take considerable water to wash the grounds out of the fine mesh adequately; you would want a pot that pours well (like a kettle); you would want some way to protect it because of its awkward shape. It is really a wonderful product. For backpacking, a smaller 1... » Read More It is light, but by no means ultralight. I don't have a scale, so I can't weight it (it's not heavier than any other solution for non-instant coffee). If coffee is essential, I think it would be worth it to take it on a ten day trip. If it nests inside your cookpot that would be ideal. I use it daily at home. Things to consider: It take considerable water to wash the grounds out of the fine mesh adequately; you would want a pot that pours well (like a kettle); you would want some way to protect it because of its awkward shape. It is really a wonderful product. For backpacking, a smaller 1 cup sized version would be supreme. « Show Less
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It boils a little faster than the pocket rocket. They have the same weight, this one is more compact, has a piezo ignition so you don't need a lighter, and is way cheaper. Can't beat it
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I would look at some of the bigger models if you're not pressed for space. I had a Dimplex one that looked like a cast iron stove and it was much more realistic with glowing embers. I don't have room for that in the RV so I picked up this one. It works great for that need.
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Check out the GSI ones. Lighter for backpacking. What people don't realize with a pressure cooking and backpacking is that sure, it's heavier than other backpacking products but you save weight with the food you can bring. You can bring ANY dried or freeze dried food and reconstitute it in minutes. Beans, rice, sun dried tomatoes, ect.. in minutes. Oh and also, if you want a hot meal at high altitude and not wait a forever to eat? Pressure cooker! Use it for everything they are awesome.
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try Liberty Mountain Westwind Stove Set without Burner. Haven't tried it out yet, waiting for summer campout in July.
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I would be weary. this is an ultra light backpacking stove and a pot that big would defeat that all together.I do think it would support the weight but the would be a large risk for tipping! this device is smaller than a pack of smokes.
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Pocket Rocket comes in the original MSR packaging... I purchased the pocket rocket and a cheap $10 stove from China as a back up... You can tell the difference in quality and function. However, the cheap knockoff also worked well on my last few trips. Pocket rocket heats faster and opens up more for larger pots than the cheaper stove...
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Your choice is really going to depend on your use. Emberlit stove packs easy and is light if you take into consideration that you don't have to carry fuel. If you're going into wilderness that won't have much fuel resources, though, then you should reconsider. Also, using natural fuel is more work. This stove is efficient and works well. It also packs well. On longer backpacking trips you could get by without carrying any fuel or much less than you normally would. But, you'll also spend more time getting the stove ready. it's a trade-off. Honestly, I have both types of stoves and I use both depending on the trip I'm making. Your choice is really going to depend on your use. Emberlit stove packs easy and is light if you take into consideration that you don't have to carry fuel. If you're going into wilderness that won't have much fuel resources, though, then you should reconsider. Also, using natural fuel is more work. This stove is efficient and works well. It also packs well. On longer backpacking trips you could get by without carrying any fuel or much less than you normally would. But, you'll also spend more time getting the stove ready. it's a trade-off. Honestly, I have both types of stoves and I use both... » Read More Your choice is really going to depend on your use. Emberlit stove packs easy and is light if you take into consideration that you don't have to carry fuel. If you're going into wilderness that won't have much fuel resources, though, then you should reconsider. Also, using natural fuel is more work. This stove is efficient and works well. It also packs well. On longer backpacking trips you could get by without carrying any fuel or much less than you normally would. But, you'll also spend more time getting the stove ready. it's a trade-off. Honestly, I have both types of stoves and I use both depending on the trip I'm making. « Show Less
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Yes, this works just like the original version of the stove, just in a lighter, smaller version. There are 3 jets that are easily swapped out in the field if required. One for isobutane canisters, one for naptha, and one for gasoline/diesel/kerosene etc.... The hose that connects to the red fuel canister in the picture, will also connect to isobutane canisters. Just have the jet installed for whatever fuel type you want to burn and your cooking with fire...as the saying goes. I've been using this stove for the last year and am very happy with it. The last stove you'll ever need to buy. Highly recommended. Convenience of canisters, and the flexibility to burn any fuel you can find. What's not to love??
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I can check, but I'd bet my next paycheck that it's China. There are about 20 different brandings of this same stove. All work the same. My guess is that one factory makes these for whoever wants to place an order and put their brand on them. Nothing wrong with that, but this isn't the same as Camp Chef's various propane stoves. When I called them to ask about butane and altitude, they didn't know much about this particular product. Again, nothing terribly wrong about this. If it were made in USA, it wouldn't be any better, but would cost $110 ... and nobody would buy it.
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The canister sold here on Amazon are fine, I would think any brand would be about the same, I hunted for the best price. The canisters are larger than the ones you find for refilling a lighter, and with shipping cost, around 2.00 - 4.00 each. Each canister lasts threw several days. I used mine mailing to heat water and make small meals for one during two week long power outages last fall, and am on my second canister. Butane is hotter than propane, takes a lot less time to boil water, and watch your food close! It will burn quickly! These stoves are great for emergencies, or camping.
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Though I don't have the largest of the solo stoves, I do have the Solo Titan. The solo stoves are true gassifiers and so are a bit more effficient however they are rather bulky to transport in a backpack. The redeeming feature is that they fit inside of their respective pots. They can be more difficult to feed wood and to regulate the temperatures for cooking. The big advantage of the Bushbox is that it folds flat and is very compact. It is also much easier to feed the wood into and can fit small cooking pots. The Solo stoves are made in China and the Bushbox in Germany if that matters to you. Both seem to be of good quality and workmanship.
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Yes, If you would like to know more about the Camp Chef Stove you can check out my review site at campchefstove.org
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Hard to compare what has not been released yet. Concerns I saw from their video (search Solo Stove Campfire) Hard to add wood and doesn't fold up. Given that you can put the stove inside their nested pots would be a plus but size makes it questionable for backpacking.
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this is an amazing stove. you can use sticks, alcohol, charcoal, wood pellets, anything that will burn. unbelievably well made. the only drawback is its weight for long backpacking treks. the grill is great for cooking on directly. the heavy duty case is well made and will protect stuff in a pack or can be hooked or tied to the outside of a pack.
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Though I don't have the largest of the solo stoves, I do have the Solo Titan. The solo stoves are true gassifiers and so are a bit more effficient however they are rather bulky to transport in a backpack. The redeeming feature is that they fit inside of their respective pots. They can be more difficult to feed wood and to regulate the temperatures for cooking. The big advantage of the Bushbox is that it folds flat and is very compact. It is also much easier to feed the wood into and can fit small cooking pots. The Solo stoves are made in China and the Bushbox in Germany if that matters to you. Both seem to be of good quality and workmanship. Though I don't have the largest of the solo stoves, I do have the Solo Titan. The solo stoves are true gassifiers and so are a bit more effficient however they are rather bulky to transport in a backpack. The redeeming feature is that they fit inside of their respective pots. They can be more difficult to feed wood and to regulate the temperatures for cooking. The big advantage of the Bushbox is that it folds flat and is very compact. It is also much easier to feed the wood into and can fit small cooking pots. The Solo stoves are made in China and the Bushbox in Germany if that matters to... » Read More Though I don't have the largest of the solo stoves, I do have the Solo Titan. The solo stoves are true gassifiers and so are a bit more effficient however they are rather bulky to transport in a backpack. The redeeming feature is that they fit inside of their respective pots. They can be more difficult to feed wood and to regulate the temperatures for cooking. The big advantage of the Bushbox is that it folds flat and is very compact. It is also much easier to feed the wood into and can fit small cooking pots. The Solo stoves are made in China and the Bushbox in Germany if that matters to you. Both seem to be of good quality and workmanship. « Show Less