Rating of the best camping (tourist) gas stoves for 2022

When we imagine a camping trip or going out into nature on the weekend, romantic images always appear before our eyes: a fire is crackling, fragrant camping porridge is slowly boiling in a pot, and a kettle is whistling nearby. However, in reality, everything is often different: there is not always good firewood at the parking lot, the fire is blown out by the wind or it suddenly starts to rain. Romance is replaced by a bad mood from the inability to cook dinner.

In such cases, a portable gas stove becomes a real lifesaver. It is convenient and easy to cook, boil water and even heat the tent on it. Tourist tiles are an indispensable tool not only for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts, but also for families with small children or residents of holiday villages.After all, it perfectly helps out in the event of a power outage, when the opportunity to use an electric stove disappears.

How to choose a camping gas stove

We will briefly tell you what points you should pay attention to when buying a tourist portable stove:

• nutritional features;

It means from which cylinders it works. There are several options: from disposable with a push-in connector to household with connection through a flexible hose and reducer, or with the ability to connect both types.

• power;

The optimal power is considered to be 1.5-2 kW. It is enough for cooking for 2-3 people at the same time.

• gas consumption;

It is most often expressed as the number of grams of fuel consumed per hour. It is especially important to pay attention to this parameter for devices powered by disposable cartridges.

• dimensions and weight;

This item is especially important if the hike is on foot, and you have to carry all the accessories yourself.

• dimensions of the hob;

It is necessary to pay attention to what maximum diameter the dishes are allowed. At the same time, do not forget about small dishes, for example, a Turk. Often the design of the grate does not allow you to put a Turk on it and you have to buy an additional divider.

• piezo ignition;

A handy feature that ignites a fire in a burner without matches. It must be remembered that in wet conditions it can fail.

• wind protection;

Most often it is represented by a metal ring that protects the burner and fire from the wind. In some cases, this function is performed by a cover.

• equipment;

Different manufacturers package their products differently. Most often, the kit comes with a case for transportation and storage. In models with universal power supply, an adapter fitting is provided. Some companies even supply flexible hoses. Cylinders, regardless of their type, are always purchased separately.

In our rating, we divided all the considered plates into subgroups:

• working from disposable replaceable collet cylinders;
• compatible with household gas cylinders;
• with two connection options;

and singled out as a separate item

• models with ceramic burners.

Tourist gas stoves with push-in bottle connection

This type of device operates from disposable propane and butane mixture cartridges, which are joined to the plate by a collet connection. Among the advantages of these devices, it is worth highlighting the availability of replaceable batteries and the convenience of their use - no additional hoses, adapters, and other devices are needed. The main disadvantage is the uneconomical gas consumption. One cartridge is enough for a maximum of 1.5 hours of burning at maximum flame. But, according to experienced tourists, this is not so little.Indeed, in order to boil a kettle with a volume of 1 liter, only 6-10 minutes are enough.

Energy GS-200

Single-burner gas stove, which is convenient to take with you on a hike and to the country. Differs in the small sizes which in the put state make 11х10х8 cm. For convenience of transportation the cover is provided. It is important to remember that it is made of soft material and is not able to protect the device from mechanical damage during transportation. Collet connection. This is also a plus, because almost all cylinders of this type are suitable, and minus. The disadvantage is some difficulty in joining experienced by some users. Also, some note the gradual wear of the connection, which leads to gas etching. Overall, the GS-200 is comfortable and easy to use. As noted in the reviews about it, it fully fulfills its value.

Cost: from 530 rubles.

• compact and lightweight;
• compatible with most collet disposable cylinders;
• case included;
• ease of use;
• cheap.

• some users experienced difficulties when attaching a gas cartridge;
• the can is attached directly to the tile, which can cause it to heat up;
• no wind protection
• sharp flame regulator;
• the fragility of the structure was noted.

Energy GS-300

Rich in positive user reviews portable model Energy GS-300 is indispensable not only on a hike, but also at home in the absence of electricity or gas. Initially, the manufacturer impresses with the presence of a suitcase for easy storage and carrying. The second advantage, which is repeatedly noted by users, is the convenience of collet connection of a replaceable cartridge with a mixture of propane and butane.For him, a special place is provided in the case where he is firmly fixed. The regulator allows you to control the strength of the flame, which is also very convenient and saves gas. In addition, the device is equipped with a piezo ignition. For proper operation and to prevent overheating of the stove, the diameter of the cookware should not exceed 21 cm.

Cost: from 975 rubles.

• in the kit - a plastic case for comfortable transportation of the device;
• convenient collet connection;
• uniform flame;
• ignition with a piezoelectric element;
• powerful;
• sustainable.

• not found.

Energy GS-500

One of the most popular model among users. It attracts attention, first of all, with a stainless steel surface, which is easy to clean after cooking. Its next advantage is the presence of wind protection - a metal rim around the burner, which helps a lot when using the stove on the street. Although some users note that in strong winds this wind protection does not save and you need to put the device in a quieter place. Operates from a replaceable cartridge with a mixture of propane and butane, for which a recess is provided in the body. Collet connection. Equipped with piezo ignition and flame level regulator. For ease of transportation, the manufacturer has provided a plastic case, although a little flimsy.

Cost: from 1090 rubles.

• the top panel is made of stainless steel, which is easy to clean;
• there is a wind protection that ensures continuous burning of fire in the open air;
• suitcase for transportation;
• suitable for large utensils;
• reliable and stable;
• good assembly.

• The windscreen doesn't always work.

TOURIST CAMPING GURU TS-250

Convenient and reliable portable stove from a South Korean manufacturer. Collecting information about this device, we encountered only positive feedback from the owners. First of all, they note the thoughtful connection with the battery. For a disposable cartridge there is a compartment with a lid in the body. Collet connection. Another important advantage is the presence of the “Spark” mode, thanks to which the fire is lit without matches. In addition, users note the presence of a carrying case in the kit, although they note its fragility.

Cost: from 1150 rubles.

• comes with a case for storage and transportation;
• "Spark" mode for ignition without matches;
• stable;
• it is convenient to use it on hikes, in the country, even in an apartment in the absence of electricity (if an electric stove is installed).

• not found.

TOURIST LOTOS PREMIUM TR-300

A very compact model from TOURIST: width 25.6 cm, depth 20.5 cm. Despite its small size, it perfectly copes with its intended purpose - cooking. It has a sufficiently large power (2.1 kW) with a lower gas consumption (132 g / h) than similar products. Among the advantages of most users, the stainless steel surface is easy to clean from food. Also note the simplicity and ease of use. The stove is equipped with a piezoelectric ignition.

Cost: from 2022 rubles.

• stainless steel body, which is easy to clean after use;
• there is wind protection;
• small and light;
• there is a piezoelectric ignition;
• You can adjust the strength of the flame.

• not found.

Below you can find the technical characteristics of the considered models with a collet connection.

Specifications	Energy GS-200	Energy GS-300	Energy GS-500	TOURIST CAMPING GURU TS-250	TOURIST LOTOS PREMIUM TR-300	KOVEA TKR-9507-C Ceramic
power, kWt	2	2.5	2.8	2.1	2.1	1.5
Fuel consumption, g/h	100	155	155	152	132	125
Number of burners	1	1	1	1	1	1
Flame level regulator	+	+	+	+	+	+
Piezoelectric ignition	+	+	+	+	+	+
Dimensions in working order, cm	20x20x11.5	34x28x11.5	34.3x27.5x8.5	34x28x11.3	25.6x20.5x10.2	33.5x25.5x8
Weight, kg	0.5	1.4		1.5	1.03	1.51

Models compatible with domestic gas cylinders

This type of gas appliance is convenient in cases where you need to cook large amounts of food. They are more economical, because. liquefied gas from domestic cylinders is consumed more slowly. Indispensable for summer residents or villagers, as well as on long trips. However, on foot trips they are inconvenient, because. they carry significant weight.

GEFEST PGT1 modification 802

Reliable and easy-to-use gas stove from the Belarusian company GEFEST. Outwardly, it resembles a smaller version of the cooker of this manufacturer, but with one burner. It works from liquefied gas from cylinders (1-5-2-V GOST 15860-84). The connection is made using a flexible hose and clamps that come with the kit. At the same time, individual craftsmen adapt it to work with disposable gas containers, but this is at your own peril and risk. The case has a heat-resistant coating (enamel) that can withstand long-term operation. On the curly lattice, the containers are stable, provided that the plate is installed on a flat surface. It is worth noting that the manufacturer gives a 2-year warranty for its product.

Cost: from 720 rubles.

• connects to a large gas cylinder;
• the kit comes with a flexible hose and clamps for connection;
• 3 modes (gas shut off, low fire and strong fire);
• stable;
• durable construction.

• no piezo ignition.

TOURIST DUET TW-030

The only two-burner model from TOURIST in our rating. The presence of 2 burners expands the possibilities of its use: the cooking process is faster, you can cook 2 dishes at the same time. However, this advantage also has negative sides - the diameter of the simultaneously used dishes cannot be more than 21 cm. It is equipped with a lid that perfectly protects the flame from the wind in an open area. In addition, a plastic case with a handle is included for storage and carrying. Powered by a household propane tank with a volume of 5-50 liters. It is worth noting that neither the hose nor the reducer is provided in the package and must be purchased separately. In general, users are satisfied with the quality of the tiles, although there were some negative reviews.

Cost: from 2490 rubles.

• the lid serves as a windscreen in the field;
• 2 burners;
• comfortable and smooth flame controls;
• sustainable.

• the package does not include a hose and reducer;
• not suitable for large utensils;
• no piezo ignition.

In the table are the technical parameters of both models.

Specifications	GEFEST PGT1	TOURIST DUET TW-030
power, kWt	1.55	2
Fuel consumption, g/h	123	160
Number of burners	1	2
Flame level regulator	+	+
Piezoelectric ignition	-	-
Dimensions in working order, cm	17x19.5x9.5	43x24x8
Weight, kg	1	1.9

Plates with two power options

The versatility of the connection makes these plates more in demand among buyers. They combine the advantages of the previously considered devices.

Pathfinder PF-GST-N10 Black

Another version of the desktop gas stove, which can be used both in the field and in the kitchen. By design, it is completely similar to the previous ones. The only difference, and at the same time its advantage, is the presence of an adapter for a remote cylinder in the configuration. Thus, it can work both from a removable disposable cartridge with a collet connection, and from a large remote one, connecting to it through a flexible hose. In operation, it shows itself to be a reliable and durable device. Maximum vertical load up to 15 kg. The burner is closed, forming an annular flame. A plastic case is provided for storage and transportation.

Cost: from 1335 rubles.

• the kit comes with a connecting adapter for connecting a larger volume external cylinder;
• piezoelectric ignition;
• withstands loads up to 15 kg;
• stable;
• case for transportation and storage.

• some users note shortcomings in the assembly.

Piktime "FRIENDSHIP"

A camping gas stove with the ability to work both from a collet and from a household cylinder; for this, a special connecting adapter is included in the package. DRUZHBA is clear and easy to use. The body is made of cold-rolled steel and finished in high-gloss black paint. Aluminum burner. A compartment with a lid is provided for a removable cartridge. Equipped with piezoelectric ignition and flame regulator.

Cost: from 1500 rubles.

• 2 power options;
• the kit comes with a fitting (adapter);
• additional nozzles on the burner, which speeds up the set temperature and cooking;
• there is wind protection;
• good value for money.

• some buyers note the fragility of the design.

KOVEA TKR-9507-P Portable Propane

Reliable and easy-to-use portable stove from the South Korean company KOVEA. The principle of operation and design are similar to previous models. It, like the others, has a flame level regulator and a piezoelectric ignition. Next, we list the advantages: it can work both from a disposable replaceable collet cartridge and from a household propane cylinder. To do this, the manufacturer has enriched the package with a connecting adapter. At the same time, a flexible hose and a reducer will have to be purchased separately. Another plus, some buyers highlight the presence of additional nozzles in the center of the burner. According to them, due to this, water boils faster than on similar stoves with a conventional burner design. Not to mention the build quality, which is also on top and has no complaints from users. However, a model that is positive from all sides costs almost 2 times more than its counterparts from other manufacturers.

Cost: from 2540 rubles.

• the ability to work from a replaceable collet and from a household gas cylinder with a volume of 5-50 l;
• the kit comes with an adapter;
• reliable and solid assembly;
• additional nozzles in the center of the burner speed up cooking and boiling water;
• durable case for transportation.

• not found.

In the table you can find the technical characteristics of these plates.

Specifications	Pathfinder PF-GST-N10 Black	Piktime FRIENDSHIP	KOVEA TKR-9507-P Portable Propane
power, kWt	2.5	2	2.2
Fuel consumption, g/h	150	150	160
Number of burners	1	1	1
Flame level regulator	+	+	+
Piezoelectric ignition	+	+	+
Dimensions in working order, cm	33.5x25.5x8	33.5x25.5x8	37.6x31.8x9.8
Weight, kg	1.7	1.4	1.8

Portable gas stoves with ceramic burners

In this subparagraph, we have identified 2 models - one powered by a collet cylinder, the second with 2 connection options. The only reason why we did not include them in the previous points of our rating is their burners, which, unlike all the previous ones, are made of ceramics. Thanks to this, they significantly differ in their work from stoves with conventional aluminum burners. Their main advantage is the ability to use them for heating, for example, tents. Let's consider them in more detail.

TOURIST SOLARIS PLUS TS-701

The desktop model SOLARIS PLUS TS-701 is a great helper both in the kitchen and in field conditions. Its most important difference from the devices discussed above is the material of the burner. It is made of ceramics, from which all its following advantages follow. The gas in it does not burn with the usual tongues of flame, as in ordinary burners, but inside and above its cylindrical honeycombs. This heats up the entire surface of the burner, which ensures that a larger area of ​​the bottom of the pan is heated. Such a heating system will reduce fuel consumption without loss of efficiency. Besides, this model has an opportunity to work from disposable collet and from portable household cylinders. For the latter option, an adapter is provided. Note that the tile is equipped with a safety valve against overpressure, but still, when using a large cylinder, it is better to connect it through an external reducer. Piezo ignition and flame regulator are present.

Cost: from 2700 rubles.

• thanks to the ceramic burner, it heats water faster, which leads to less gas consumption, and can also be used for heating;
• not blown by the wind;
• works from replaceable and household cylinders;
• in the kit there is a fitting;
• equipped with wind protection;
• maximum load up to 15 kg;
• economical gas consumption (135 g/h and 110 g/h depending on the power used).

• it is not allowed to get liquid on the burner, because. may cause it to fail.

KOVEA TKR-9507-C Ceramic

Another model with a ceramic burner, but from KOVEA. It has all the same advantages as the TOURIST SOLARIS PLUS, which are associated with a ceramic burner. It is practically not blown by the wind, heats up better and keeps heat. It is worth noting that her gas consumption is even less, only 125 g / h. However, at the same time, it works only from replaceable collet cylinders. Equipped with piezoelectric ignition and flame regulator.

Cost: from 2890 rubles.

• ceramic burner;
• economical gas consumption;
• can be used for heating;
• reliable assembly;
• not blown by the wind.

• in comparison with TOURIST SOLARIS PLUS it works only from a collet cartridge;
• expensive.

Below are the technical parameters of TOURIST SOLARIS PLUS and KOVEA TKR-9507-C

Specifications	TOURIST SOLARIS PLUS TS-701	KOVEA TKR-9507-C Ceramic
power, kWt	1.85	1.5
Fuel consumption, g/h	135/110	125
Cylinder connection	collet/hose	collet
Number of burners	1	1
Flame level regulator	+	+
Piezoelectric ignition	+	+
Dimensions in working order, cm	33x29.2x10.1	33.5x25.5x8
Weight, kg	1.45	1.51

The ability to prepare food in nature without unnecessary lengthy preparations makes the rest more comfortable and saves time and effort.Whether you're out on the nature for the weekend or on a long hike, a portable gas stove will come in handy either way. Let the fire burn for romance.