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Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves
Summary: These basic stoves are lightweight and can burn hexamine, wood, white fuel, and gas canisters using a single nozzle. They're popular during cold temperatures, but they're noisy and don't have a simmer limit.
Some multi-fuel stoves are hybrids, that can burn different kinds of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with both white and isobutane fuel canisters.
Optimus Nova
The Optimus Nova multi-fuel stove can be used for a variety liquid fuels. It has a quick-priming burner as well as an aluminium pump that self-purges and a precise simmer control. Its low centre of gravity and wide spreading legs make it a stable stove that can be used on hard ground. This makes it a great stove for group backpacking base camps, kayaking, and camping in the Arctic.
The Optimus Nova is different from other liquid fuel stoves that have a problem with fuel that is not burned remaining in the fuel line or the nozzle. This can be resolved by flipping over the bottle. The intake hoses are then removed from the fuel and causes them to absorb air which extinguishes flames and depressurizes bottle.
This is a clever solution to an old problem and it's a good one. The Nova can be used with any standard fuel bottle with an o-ring seal, including MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for tools, spares along with lubricant and fuel pump.
This is a great all-round stove for backpacking use in the UK especially for long-distance trips where a variety of fuels is required. multi stove is affordable when compared with canister stoves of similar capability. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and a joy to use.
Kovea Hydra
Since 2010 since 2010, the Kovea Multi Fuel Stove has been a cult favorite among backpackers. The Hydra isn't as popular with UK backpackers, perhaps because they have been able to catch up with more well-known brands or the most recent lightweight options from China or Korea. However, that doesn't make it any less useful.
It is a compact and lightweight stove that burns all liquid fuels like propane butane, white gas and white gas with only one nozzle. It's a pretty standard stove design, with an ignition bell that is bolted onto an aluminum body that is anchored by three fold out support legs. The pump is just above the fuel line, the generator loop runs around the inlet, and the flame spreader sits over. The burner is a low-velocity flame type. This means it is less affected by the wind.
It's a versatile little cooker because it can be used with propane canisters or isobutane canisters. It's simple to simmer on propane or isobutane and burns all types of fuel at a reasonable level, however it is a bit slower than some other stoves when you use white gas.
The instructions for the Hydra are written in English, but they were clearly not written by native English speakers. The instructions caution you against using certain kinds of lighter fluid. If you make a mistake they could result in an accident, and possibly put Kovea in legal trouble. Any gas canister that is 7/16ths UNEF-threaded of a trusted brand will be fine.
Primus OmniLite Ti
The Primus Omnilite Ti is a great option for those who are looking for a multifuel stove that is able to cook using a variety fuels. It can run on gas, petrol/gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, and diesel fuel. It comes with separate controls for each fuel type and allows you to adjust the flame size. This stove has an fuel pipe that sits flat on the floor and can be connected to the tank in a snap.
The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it needs maintenance to ensure it is operating correctly. It can be dangerous because it explodes when you are priming. This is a problem that occurs with all stoves with liquid fuel which use a second spindle throttle on the stove end to vaporize fuel instead of a generator coil.
Another issue is that it requires different jets for every type of fuel. If you cook with kerosene then the jet hole will be smaller than if you were using gas. It's a minor issue however it's something to be aware of.
MSR Whisper Lite
The MSR Whisper Lite is one of the tiniest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also easy to repair in the field. It is able to be used with canister fuel or liquid gas and comes with attachments for both. The new design is lighter by 10% than its predecessor and the burner mechanism was revamped to improve the distribution of heat. It's great for beginners or backpackers who are budget-conscious.
It takes some time to set up, prime, and boil water but the whistler Lite is a reliable camping stove that will not disappoint you. The flame is powerful and can boil a Liter of water in just two minutes. The only drawback is that it's not as good to simmer as other stoves.
This is why MSR has created the Dragonfly stove, which is a more capable simmering burner. It has a similar design to the whistler, but it's more compact and provides better performance. It's not as cheap as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus stove and cookset is a fantastic alternative that gives you the same configuration for a fraction of the cost. It is also possible to purchase Whisperlite International or Universal for isobutane canisters too. Both versions have the same basic design however the Universal version is also compatible with canister fuel.
Coleman Sportster II
It's a simple and basic Coleman stove that does its job. It's compact, self-contained and solid with the tank on the bottom and the burner on the top. This makes it easy to operate and a great choice for beginners, backpackers looking to save weight and for those of us who keep a few spares in the van.
This stove is designed to burn Coleman's exclusive fuel (naptha, also known as "white gas") but it can be used with unleaded gas as well. A gallon of gasoline will last as longer as a standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder, which means you'll save money on fuel using this alternative.
It requires some practice to create a solid blue flame on a liquid fuel stove. You'll need to pressurize them and prime them properly before you can start. If you get it wrong, your fuel may spill out, splash beyond the burner, or explode. To master this, practice outside before you go on your excursion.
The stove will suffer some performance and odor of the flame effectiveness if you use non-Coleman fuels, but this is a tradeoff in its versatility. Make sure you purchase unleaded gas and not something that is augmented with alcohol or Methanol. These types of fuel can cause the unit's performance to decline and even explode.
ATG Jiko
The ATG Jiko multi-fuel stove from South Africa (formerly known as the jiko) is an ultralight multifuel stove that's made for harsh environments like Africa. It's a compact, solid stove that can burn solid fuel tabs, gels and alcohol with only one nozzle. It's a minimalist and ultralight design that is priced lower than other multifuel stoves. Fuel is also cheaper per liter compared to gas canisters.
Some multifuel stoves also have different nozzles for each type of fuel. It isn't easy to switch between fuels during bad weather, or when wearing gloves. This can increase the overall weight. The newer types of multifuel stoves have come up with a way to make use of the same nozzle for different fuels, making it more convenient. The latest versions of these stoves are known as 'hybrid' or 'compressed multifuel stoves'. there are a variety of names for them such as isobutane canister fuel, white gas, kerosene and unleaded car petrol/gasoline.
A multifuel stove kit can be purchased to transform your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. These are available in camping stores that specialize in outdoor equipment and are also available internationally. They're a great option for Trangia enthusiasts and are capable of burning all liquid fuels, with the exception of diesel. If equipped with the right accessories can even cook.
