Trangia Spirit Burner B25

High-quality workmanship. You can feel solid metal; it's not a flimsy sheet. It should be durable and resistant to dents in luggage. Once lit, within a minute the stove works like a gas burner. The cap fits well, doesn't come off the thread, and is equipped with a large rubber O-ring that seals well. You can see that the price matches the quality of materials and workmanship.

Smoke-free cooking is a major plus. It's also worth considering how to transport the fuel, choosing a pot stand, and protecting the flame from the wind. One of the two caps for closing the stove has insulation, so make sure not to use it to extinguish the flame by mistake.

I tested the stove together with the MFH Fox Outdoor folding windscreen, which it fits perfectly. Boiling 700 ml of water in a Fire Maple kettle (model with a radiator) at 10°C took me 7 minutes and I used about 30 ml of biofuel. The stove works quietly, does not smoke, and the flame is easy to regulate. Now it’s a permanent part of my gear.

I think it’s worth investing in good equipment. The stove is very sturdy and well-made, and after just 7-10 seconds, the flame resembles that of a gas stove. It looks really impressive. I recommend it.

Trangia is perfect for all-day trips outside the city when I have no access to civilization. When filled, it’s enough to boil water for a freeze-dried meal and two coffees (I use bioethanol for a fireplace, a mini grate, and any windscreen). Thanks to its compact size, it fits in a pocket, which keeps the fuel warm in winter and makes lighting easier. The stove doesn't leak. It fits stably onto a 0.5 l steel cup.

This is already the second such stove in my gear. I bought it a bit for convenience so I wouldn’t have to move things between bags. I’ve had a few other models before and tried to save money by choosing cheaper options. There’s no comparison – this one is really great. I definitely recommend it!

From the first use, I fell in love with this stove – it works great and is airtight. I bought another one for myself with a stand and a small pot grate. In colder weather, it can be harder to light it with a fire starter, but otherwise, everything goes smoothly – it heats up quickly, is quiet, emits a lot of heat, and operates efficiently. According to my measurements, boiling a liter of water takes about 10 minutes and uses up half of the tank.

I have no experience with other brands, but this stove burns perfectly. I use denatured alcohol as fuel – it quickly ignites with a fire starter and produces a great flame even at around zero degrees.