Portable Camping Stove Wood, Wood Stove Camping, Outdoor Compact Campfire, Survival Cooking Gear, Backpacking Stoves, Emergency Backpack Stoves, Hiking Burner, Foldable with Nylon Case (Titanium)

This little stove is stout and compact, exactly what I was looking for. I wanted something easy to use that heated efficiently and also packed small and didn't rely on external fuel. I knew I didn't want an ultralight titanium pillbox like I've watched my friends tinker with on trips in the past, always struggling to balance pots on or keep from collapsing. 1lb doesn't bother me at all and this stove is so sturdy when assembled, which takes about 10 seconds. The first time I used it on a trip it was super windy and drizzling and I never had to worry about it tipping over, it didn't move an inch. It is also pretty well shielded from wind with the tall sides, so once the fire is going I didn't have any issues with it blowing out. It heated my food and boiled my water as expected. It also worked great as a quick and contained way to get a fire going just to warm up my hands and dry out my gloves. Couldn't be happier!

I was curious how well a stove like this would cook meals and boil water. Normally I would dig a small Dakota fire pit on a hike or weekend camping trip and use a small collapsible grate over it to set my pot on. I expected this unit to be flimsy but was surprised that it was quite stable once assembled. It took a little practice putting it together and breaking it down until I found what worked best for me. The edges aren't sharp and the fit and finish is excellent. I was happy with the size since I was expecting something much smaller. It held up fine to a 2 quart pot filled with water, all my smaller Esbit pots and even a can of beans sat on top nicely. I was expecting things to wobble or be unstable but everything stayed put. I used it for a three day trip this past 4th of July weekend and it worked like a charm. I am surrounded by plenty of "fuel" where I hike and camp. I used to carry an alcohol stove along with the Esbit cooker but having to lug along fuel was just added weight. I started just digging fire pits but in rocky soil or during the winter months that's a royal pain. This unit was the answer since it packs down into a small, flat package and fits nicely into the back pocket of my pack and I can just collect sticks and twigs within arms reach when setting up to cook a meal. I did also purchase a wind screen which came in handy since it was pretty windy this weekend. I had no issue with getting a fire started with a ferro rod and some birch bark. I found that tossing the twigs in through the top until you get a good fire going worked best. Once you set your pot on top then start feeding sticks in through the side opening. Plenty of room for small branches that are cut down into about 3 inch lengths. Only about 5 minutes to boil a quart of water and maybe 3 for a can of beans. After 8 burning's over the past three days the unit hasn't warped in the slightest and it stays rigid throughout the cooking process. After it cools I simply wipe it down with some dirt to get the soot off and pack it back up. It will discolor but that is to be expected. Very pleased with this stove and for the money it can't be beat. I've seen some of these portable stoves costing three times as much and I was a bit skeptical as to what kind of quality I would be getting for this price. I'm happy to say it's excellent quality and will have a place in my pack for years to come.

This is the first camping stove I've bought, and I am happy to say I feel like I picked a winner. It's not as small as some of the other brands I've seen advertised, but as I'm not an ultralight backpacker, that doesn't really bother me. There is a bit of a learning curve regarding what size wood to use. I found pieces about the same diameter as my thumb worked well. Once it was going, it went through the fuel at a decent pace. Not to fast or slow for my liking, and it put off enough heat that I'm confident less than ten minutes of wood gathering would easily be enough for coffee, breakfast, or a quick meal. I also liked that the bottom plate is designed in such a way embers are able to collect for more heat while ash is able to fall through the holes with a bit of tapping on the side if it starts to build up. That said, I did cool it off with water instead of letting it cool down naturally (poor planning on my part, I had somewhere to be) which resulted in a slight bit of diagonal bowing on the side panels, but it doesn't affect usage since the bow is removed when it's assembled. Nice to know that it's able to handle abuse due to user error. All in all, it's a good little stove I've already added to my backpack, and I'm sure it'll see some use in the woods.

I am too much of a stove junkie. I have the big original Littlbug from some years ago which is incredible, the original stainless Emberlit which is for me a great one-person stove, and now today this kampMATE which fits right in between, plenty of firepower for two people I'd say but still small enough for one unless you are an ultra-light fanatic. Since I come from the era when a 30 or even a 40-pound backpack was considered "light" I don't really count ounces or grams and all of these stoves are great. I've abandoned all my stoves which need to have fuel carried along with them, at least during relatively dry weather. I still love a kerosene stove I have, and various MSR stoves, and even the two-burner Coleman for car camping. But I guess I like "getting back to basics" with these stoves that burn hot and fast with just small twigs and branches and detritus you can find almost anywhere you camp. Sure the pots get sooted up but so what? Put 'em in a sack and no problem. The fit and finish of the kampMATE is good, I have no complaints whatsoever. My first impression on firing it up is that just maybe it does not draw quite as well as the Emberlit, but I could be wrong. Plus it has some holes in the bottom plate that will let hot ash drop out, unlike the Emberlit. But much less than the Littlbug which is completely open on the bottom and will leave a fire scar but one that is easily rubbed out. I like it and would buy it again. There are so many great choices for all kinds of camping and backpacking equipment nowadays, at least in the US, what a great time to be alive. From left to right in the image below: Littlbug, kampMATE, Emberlit and the Foldable Pocket Cooker at about 2 lbs. LOL.

This stove is amazing, honestly I like this more then a gas stove. It tucks away nicely, its well made and I have used this numerous times now, it keeps the fire going well, fits in my bug out bag. This is a must buy for any prepper, as we all know gas cans won't last long and you can always find something to light.

This thing is AMAZING. Got it for our bug-out/camping kit and I couldn't believe how tiny it folds up to be! It's also very lightweight, which is great for backpacking. I also love that you don't need a sterno to make it work—we used homemade firestarter (laundry lint and wax ice cubes) and some random twigs and it worked great. Note that you'll need a relatively small pot if you want even heating—my little camping kit worked great.

The primary reason I purchased this stove is for heating water to make soup or re-hydrating freeze-dried meals while out on all-day, mountain hikes. All day - dark to dark. A nice bonus with this stove is I can make a nicely sized fire that is very well contained, yet still projects a ton of heat. Having a fire is an amazing morale booster on cold, wet or frigid days and I think the kampMate will deliver that with ease. The stove is a little bit hefty, but it packs down to nothing. Compared to my liquid or gas fueled stoves, with the kampMate i don't need to muss around with liquid fuel or worry about canisters running out. So in reality compared to my other stoves there really is little actual weight penalty. I've not yet put the stove to use in field conditions (I've had it less than 24 hours so have used it only once in my back yard). However, the quality of the material and a seemingly efficient use of fuel makes me think this will be an excellent performing tool if all remains the same.... Ultimately time and use will tell... I am not associated with or compensated by kampMate or even know anyone who has a relationship with kampmate in any way whatsoever. I paid the $29.99 Amazon price just like everyone else. So yeah, this little stove really is a great bit of gear and at a bargain-basement price. I wish i had connected with one years ago!

For the out of the box experience and a look at general build and stability, check out the reviews from Amazn Buyer and Teotwawki Johnny. They match my experience and I'd just be duplicating their good work. Admittedly, I bought this half-expecting something mediocre, but was pleasantly surprised. As with all stamped sheet metal, this starts as a clean, shiny stove, so remove the protective blue film before using. I recommend using any item I have to rely on before taking it into a situation where I have no other choice, so fire it up and clean it at least once, so you have a good sense of how it is assembled and works. The point of earliest failure is the X grill on top, since there are no stabilizing relief stamps and a perpendicular cut right in the center of each piece. One of mine bent easily as I pressed them into place. Fortunately, it is also an easy piece to replace / upgrade, so consider getting that in advance of relying on the stove for an extended period. I fashioned a replacement from some 3/16" steel rod I had in the garage. My basic cooking kit for my camping and emergency backpack (all from Amazon for less than $80) is this stove, Stanley Adventure Camp Cookset, ferro rod & striker, and Molle water bottle pouch. The stove goes into the pack and the rest attaches to the outside of the pack. Everything has a week of daily use and I expect the whole kit will still be serviceable for many weeks or months to come.