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Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves Summary: These simple and light-weight stoves use wood as well as hexamine tablets, gas canisters and white fuel with only one nozzle. They are popular in cold weather, but they are noisy and lack simmer control. Some multi-fuel stoves burn various types 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 and an aluminum pump that self-purges and a precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and broad legs make it a stable and solid stove. 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 are plagued by fuel that is not burned remaining in the fuel line or nozzle. This can be solved by simply flipping over the bottle. The intake hose is then removed from the fuel, and forces it to suck air which smothers the flame and reduces the pressure in the bottle. This is a clever solution to a long-standing problem and it's effective. The Nova can be used with any standard fuel bottle that has an o-ring seal, including MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for tools, spares, lubricant, and the fuel pump. This is a fantastic stove for backpacking that can be used in the UK. It is especially ideal for trips, where various fuels are required. The cost is quite affordable compared to other canister stoves with similar capabilities. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and a joy to use. Kovea Hydra The Kovea Hydra multi fuel stove was first introduced in 2010 and has been a favorite choice for backpackers since. Fewer UK backpackers seem to give the stove a lot of attention, possibly having fallen behind with more popular brands or whatever the most recent lightweight stove from China or Korea is but that doesn't mean that the Hydra isn't still a great stove with its merits. It's a compact and light stove, burning all liquid fuels including white gas and propane butane through only one nozzle. It's a typical stove design, with a burner bell bolted to a body that anchors three fold out support legs. A pump is located on the top of the fuel hose, the generator loop goes around the inlet, and the flame spreader is up above the inlet. The burner is a slow-moving flame type. This means it is less susceptible to wind. It is a nice feature that it can be used with a container of isobutane or propane, making it a multi-functional little cooker. It is easy to simmer with isobutane as well as propane and it burns all fuels at a reasonable rate. However when using white gas, the stove can be a little slower. One thing to keep in mind when using the Hydra is that the instructions are written in English which was not written by a native speaker of the language. The instructions warn against the use of certain kinds of lighter fluid, which if mistaken for what is intended could result in an accident that could result in Kovea in lots of legal hot water. But that, any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas canister made by a reputable brand is likely to work perfectly. Primus OmniLite Ti The Primus Omnilite Ti is a excellent choice for those looking for a multifuel stove that is able to cook using a variety fuels. It can be used with gas, petrol/gasoline or diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for each type of fuel and can also be used to adjust the flame size, which is a nice feature. The stove also has an fuel line that is flat on the ground and can be easily connected to the tank. While the Primus Omnilite is a fantastic stove, it requires maintenance in order to keep it working correctly. Particularly it has a tendency to flare during priming, which could be dangerous. This is a problem that occurs with all stoves that use liquid fuel that use a second spindle on the stove end instead of an actual coil to vaporize the fuel. It is also important to know that each fuel type needs an individual jet. If you are cooking with kerosene then the jet hole will be smaller than if you were using gas. It's a minor issue, but it's worth mentioning. MSR Whisper Lite The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the tiniest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also easy to fix on the field. It is able to be used with canister fuel or liquid gas and comes with attachments for both. The new design is 10percent lighter than its predecessor and the burner's system has been improved for improved heat distribution. It's great for beginners or budget-minded backpackers. The whistler Lite requires a bit of time to set up, prime and boil water, but it's an efficient stove that will not let you down. The flame is extremely powerful when it is turned to the max and can boil one liter of water within two minutes or less. The only drawback is it's not as efficient for simmering as other stoves. MSR developed the Dragonfly to be a more capable burner. It's similar to the whistler but is more compact and offers better performance. However it's not as inexpensive as the whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus stove and cookset is a fantastic alternative that provides a similar configuration for a fraction of the cost. Whisperlite International and Universal can be utilized with isobutane. Both versions use the same design and style, however, the Universal version is also compatible with canister fuel. Coleman Sportster II Like many Coleman stoves, this is a simple model that is rough and ready that gets the job done. It's compact, self-contained, and solid, with the tank on the bottom and the burner on top. This makes it easy to use and is a great choice for beginners, backpackers looking to save weight and for those of us who keep a few spares in the van. Designed to burn Coleman's own exclusive fuel (naptha gas, also referred to as white gas) The stove can be used with non-leaded gasoline, as well. This will save you money as one gallon of gasoline could last as long as the standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder. Liquid fuel stoves come with a learning curve, as you'll have to pressurize and prime them before you get a nice blue flame going. If you're not careful, fuel can get into the tank, splash outside the burner, or even sputter. Do some practice outside before going on your trip to learn how to do it. The stove will lose some performance and flame odor efficiency if you use non-Coleman fuels. However, this is a trade-off for its versatility. Be sure to buy gasoline that isn't leaded and not augmented with methanol or ethanol (alcohol). That's because these types of fuel will cause the unit to be sputtering, leaky, and possibly even explode! ATG Jiko The ATG Jiko multi fuel stove made in South Africa (formerly known as the Jiko) is a lightweight multifuel stove specifically designed for harsh conditions like Africa. It's a compact and reliable system that can burn solid fuel tabs, gels and alcohol using a single nozzle. It's a minimalist, ultralight design that costs less than other multifuel stoves. Fuel is also cheaper per liter compared to gas canisters. multi burner stove have an individual nozzle for each type of fuel. This makes them a little fiddly to change over in cold weather or using gloves, and adds to their weight overall. Multifuel stoves that are of the current type utilize a single nozzle to burn multiple fuels, making it much easier. These stoves can be referred to as hybrids or compressed fuel multifuel stoves. They are also referred to under other names like isobutane, white gas, kerosene, and unleaded gasoline/car petrol. A multifuel stove kit is available to convert your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. These are often sold at specialist camping stores and are also available for purchase internationally. They are a good option for Trangia fans. They're capable of burning all liquid fuels, with the exception of diesel, and when used with the correct accessories can even simmer.