Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves

Summary: These simple and light-weight stoves use wood as well as hexamine tablets, gas canisters, and white fuel via only one nozzle. These stoves are popular during cold weather, however they are noisy and lack the ability to control the simmer.

Some multi-fuel stoves are hybrids, able to burn multiple kinds of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with both white and isobutane canisters for fuel.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova 10kw multi fuel stove-fuel stove can be used for a variety liquid fuels. It features a quick-priming burner, an aluminium pump that self-purges, and a precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and large spreading legs make it a solid stove that can be used on uneven ground. This makes it a perfect stove for base camps for groups as well as kayaking and the Arctic camp.

In contrast to other stoves with liquid fuel that suffer from a problem where unburned fuel remains in the fuel line and nozzle of the stove, the Optimus Nova has a shut off mechanism that operates by simply flipping the bottle over. This removes intake hoses from the fuel and causes them to take in air, which extinguishes flames and depressurizes the bottle.

This is a clever solution for an age-old issue and it's effective. The Nova can be used with any fuel bottle with an o-ring seal, including MSR bottles. It also comes with a full-featured stove bag that has separate pockets for tools, spare parts as well as lubricant and the fuel pump.

This is a great stove for backpacking that is suitable for use in the UK. It is especially ideal for trips, where various fuels are required. Its cost is affordable when compared to canister stoves that have similar capabilities. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and fun to use.

Kovea Hydra

Since 2010 since 2010, the Kovea Multi Fuel Stove has been a favorite among backpackers. The Hydra is not as popular with UK backpackers anymore possibly because they've caught up to better-known brands or the newest lightweight offerings from China or Korea. But that doesn't make it any less effective.

It is a small and light stove that can burn all liquid fuels like propane butane, white gas and white gas using one nozzle. It's a standard stove that has the burner mounted to a body, which is secured by three support legs that fold out. A pump sits on top of the fuel hose and the generator loop is positioned around the inlet and the flame spreader is situated above that. The burner is a slow-moving flame type. This means that it is not affected by the wind.

One of the best features is that it can be used with a canister of propane or isobutane, which makes it a versatile small cooker. It is simple to simmer with isobutane and propane and burns all fuels at a reasonable rate. However, when using white gas the stove is a little slower.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English however they were clearly not written by native users of the language. The instructions caution against the use of certain types of lighter fluid that, if misinterpreted as what is intended could result in an accident that could result in Kovea in a lot of hot legal water. Any 7/16ths UNEF-threaded gas canister of a trusted brand will be fine.

Primus OmniLite Ti

The Primus Omnilite Ti is a excellent choice for those who are looking for a multifuel stove that is able to cook with a variety of fuels. It can be used with petrol/gasoline, gas, or diesel, kerosene, and aviation fuel. It comes with separate controls for each fuel type and also alter the size of the flame. The stove comes with a fuel pipe that is flat on the floor and can be connected to the tank in a snap.

The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it requires maintenance to keep it operating correctly. It is a risk because it gets flaming when priming. This issue occurs with all stoves that use liquid fuel that utilize a secondary spindle at the stove's end instead of an evaporator to cool the fuel.

Another issue is the fact that it requires different jets for each type of fuel. If you cook with kerosene then the jet hole will be smaller than if using gas. This is a minor issue however it's important to mention.

MSR Whisper Light

The MSR Whisper Lite is one of the lightest, smallest and most affordable multi fuel stoves. It is also easy to repair in the field. It can be used with canister fuel or liquid gas and comes with attachments for each. The new design is lighter by 10% over its predecessor, and the burner system has been redesigned to improve the distribution of heat. This is a great choice for backpackers on a tight budget or beginners.

The whistler Lite requires a bit of time to set up and prime, then boil water, but it's a reliable stove that will never fail you. The flame is strong and can easily boil one Liter of water in two minutes. The only drawback is that it doesn't simmer like other stoves.

This is why MSR has designed the Dragonfly stove, which is a pot that can be used as a simmering stove. It's similar to the whistler but is smaller and has better performance. It's not as affordable as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus stove and cookset is a great alternative that offers the same configuration for a fraction of the cost. It is also possible to purchase Whisperlite International or Universal for isobutane containers as well. The same fundamental design is used in both but the Universal version can be operated with fuel from canisters in addition.

Coleman Sportster II

This is a simple low-cost, no-frills Coleman stove that does its job. It's solid, compact and self-contained with the tank at the bottom and burner up the top. This makes it simple to use and a great option for backpackers, beginners who want to reduce weight, and for those of us who like to keep one or two spares in the van.

It is designed to burn Coleman's proprietary fuel (naptha gas, also referred to as white gas) The stove can be used with non-leaded gasoline as well. This can save you money since one gallon of gasoline could last as long as the standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder.

Liquid fuel stoves have a steep learning curve since you'll need to pressurize and prime them before you can create a beautiful blue flame. If you do it wrong the fuel could be sprayed onto the burner, or sputter. To get the hang of this try it out in the open before you go on your excursion.

This stove does give up some performance or flame odor effectiveness when using non-coleman fuels, but it's a trade-off for the extra versatility it offers. Make sure to purchase gasoline that isn't leaded and not that is enriched with methanol or ethanol (alcohol). These types of fuel could cause the unit's performance to degrade and even explode.

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko Multi Fuel Stove from South Africa is an ultralight multifuel engineered for multi Fuel Stoves harsh environments like Africa. It's a compact, solid stove that can burn gels, solid fuel tabs and alcohol with a single nozzle. It's a light, minimalist design that costs less than most other multifuel stoves and also offers low costs of ownership, and fuel is less expensive per Liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves come with a distinct nozzle for each fuel type. This makes them fiddly to change over in the rain or without gloves, and could increase their weight overall. The newer types of multifuel stoves have found an option to use the same nozzle to ignite different fuels, making it more convenient. They can be described as hybrids or compressed fuel multifuel stoves. They can also be referred to by other names, such as white gas, isobutane kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car fuel.

A multifuel stove kit can be purchased to transform your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. They are usually sold at specialist camping stores and are available internationally. They're a great choice for Trangia fans and they're capable of burning all liquid fuels except diesel. If equipped with the right accessories can even cook.