Esbit spirit stove

For over two years I have only used a spirit stove on trips. I bought this model because my previous Mil-Tec broke. This one looks much sturdier. It's good that it has a flame shield. The inside of the stove is better made than the cheaper model. There's a noticeable higher quality, if you can say that about a piece of sheet metal with holes in it. Maybe someday I'll invest in a Trangia system, but for now, this stove for 70 PLN will last for many years in all weather conditions. It's worth buying a grill and a windscreen as well – it's a small expense, and it definitely improves convenience, especially in autumn or winter. I use about 5 liters of biofuel per season, and I've got my travel solution sorted. This product is probably not for those who want quick cooking, but I appreciate peace and a slow pace in the forest.

The stove is very well made and lightweight. I think it's the best choice for short trips available on the market, but it will also handle longer journeys. The only downside is the need to shield it from the wind to work efficiently, but that's not a big problem.

I boiled two liters of water in the kettle in 10-12 minutes, but under home conditions. Outdoors or in the forest, you'd need to protect the flame from the wind. The stove is efficient! I haven't noticed leaks when it is closed, but it's still a good idea to put it in a ziplock bag just in case. Highly recommend – great burner!

Very good spirit stove, works flawlessly and provides plenty of power. Compared to other brands, the plus is that the flame snuffer has a handle, making it easier to remove, especially when the flame is strong.

The sheet metal is thicker than in Chinese counterparts, and the weight is just right. Heats and boils water or drinks very well. This kind of stove should always be on hand, since you never know with the availability of other fuel sources.

The stove works properly. Unfortunately, the screw-on cap holds very weakly and it's easy to twist the thread, making transporting fuel in the stove risky – probably because the gasket is too thick. Other than that, I'm satisfied. Boiling 0.8l of water with denatured alcohol without wind protection takes about 10 minutes.

In my opinion, this is a great product. Worth recommending, sturdy, made of brass, and well designed. The lid holds firmly. The flame adjustment is very practical, and the handle does not heat up. It's convenient to use. I tested it with several fuels – ethanol, denatured alcohol, extraction gasoline, and lighter fluid (the latter smokes a bit). The maximum safe capacity according to the manufacturer is 70 ml, which, depending on the fuel and conditions, gives about 25-30 minutes of use.

The stove is very aesthetically made; you can feel the good quality. Tested with bioethanol and a Miltec stand – it's a great set. An additional plus is the cap for extinguishing.

Of course, you can buy a Chinese version, but at this price, there's no point risking with questionable replacements. The product is properly made, tight, and seems quite durable.

This is a high-quality stove. It's a bit heavier than Chinese alternatives, but you can clearly see it's better made. The double lid is a nice addition – one of them (without a gasket) can be used to extinguish the flame.

This is the best alcohol stove I've used. Everything is well thought out. Highly recommend it to everyone, it's really worth having.

At first, I had doubts about the usefulness of this stove, but I quickly changed my mind! I think it's worth having it as a backup while traveling, especially when other fuels are unavailable. I recommend it.

The stove is solidly and aesthetically made, bringing a retro vibe to camping. As for the technical details, it is tight and leak-proof, so you can easily fill it with fuel and carry it in your backpack – it's an ideal, lightweight solution for one-day trips, e.g., by bike. This is one of the smallest stove variants possible, only smaller ones are probably those with solid fuel tablets. The spirit stove has an advantage since it can boil a liter of water in above-zero temperatures. I also tested it at around 0°C and it boiled 0.75l without issues. Remember, it is highly susceptible to wind, so it's best to have a folding windscreen or protect it yourself, e.g., with your backpack. It works well with bioethanol for fireplaces – little smoke, eco-friendly fuel, costs about 15-18 PLN per liter. It holds about 50-70 ml of fuel, which depending on conditions is enough for about 20-30 minutes of burning (at home I boiled 750 ml in 9 minutes). I personally highly recommend this little case.

Well made, and most importantly – the gasket effectively prevents leaks.

The stove works very well, and most importantly – the gasket is effective, so the fuel doesn't leak. It's worth buying a wire rack for convenient cooking.