Best Portable Stove Reviews 2018

There are many factors that affect the price of any product. The higher the quality of material used to manufacture a product, the higher the cost. Some products are high end while others are just regular. Both the high end and the regular products may have the same functionality, but some people are attached to particular brands. They swear by them and won’t use any other brand apart from that.

That said, a good portable stove can be obtained for as low as around $10 or as high as $80. However, these prices are not the peg on how much you can expect to pay; it can be lower or higher, dependent on the factors earlier stated.

In the course of our research, we came across some cheap portable stoves, but they are not featured in this review. We don't want you to get a product that will fall apart on you in the middle of nowhere. We believe you deserve the best quality available and that is why we have chosen the brands and products that we featured. You can confidently pick any one of them, and you will not regret your choice.

A portable stove is an appliance that’s essential for anyone who’s serious about any kind of outdoor activities or expeditions. Having a good one is vital for when you out there in the wild. There are features that ensure that your portable stove is worth the money spent. Some of them are as follows:

• Design – This refers to construction and style
• Fuel – Propane, butane, wood, etc.
• Size of flame and flame control – This determines the cooking time and whether you can regulate the flame/heat
• Weight – Affects the stove’s portability
• Material – This determines its durability
• Safety features – What type of off and on assembly it has and the kind of knob it comes with
• Versatility – Some portable stoves are grill and stove combinations

One of the most important things to look out for when making a choice for a portable stove is the material it is made of. Due to the fact that this is an appliance that will likely be used outdoors and in all sorts of weather conditions, it should be made with durable waterproof materials. You don't want to get a product that will rust in no time. Stainless steel is usually a good bet as most good quality stainless steel is rust proof.

Another thing to look out for is the safety of the off and on assembly, especially with stoves that use some form of petrol fuel. You should ensure that the knob is not easily turned on by accident. It should be designed in such a way that it only comes on when you deliberately turn it on.

Though a portable stove should be lightweight to make it easy to carry about, it should also be strong enough to carry a reasonably sized pot or pan. It wouldn’t do any good to have a stove that cannot carry a pot to cook for two or more people.

Many portable stoves are designed with collapsible or retractable feet that are nonskid so that you can fold it up and move around with it. The nonskid feet also make the stove stable so that you can stir your pot without fear of it slipping off the stove.

You need to check that the flame of the stove will be adequate for the things you need to cook. Also, check that the stove has adjustable pressure flow so that you won’t have more heat than you require. Excess flame/heat means that you’ll be wasting your fuel. But with the flame control, you can prevent this from happening.

Also be sure of the type of fuel you need. For environmental enthusiasts, a wood stove might be a better option because it leaves a smaller carbon footprint and most designs are usually eco-friendly and environmentally safe. They are also cheaper!
There are some stoves that use butane and propane interchangeably. This is a good feature because you might run into a situation where one or the other is not available.

Some brands now have models that combine a grill and stove. This offers you the means to enjoy your BBQ even on the go. The good part is that both components share the same BTU of heat without any problem.