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Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves Summary: These basic and light-weight stoves use wood as well as hexamine tablets, gas canisters and white fuel through only one nozzle. These stoves are popular during colder weather, but they are noisy and lack simmer control. Some multi-fuel stoves can burn different types of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with both white and isobutane fuel containers. Optimus Nova The Optimus Nova is a multi-fuel stove that can be used with various liquid fuels. It has a quick priming burner, a self-purging aluminium pump and precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and wide legs make it a sturdy and solid stove. This makes it a great stove for base camps for groups as well as kayaking and the Arctic camp. Contrary to many other stoves that use liquid fuel, which have a problem in which unburned fuel is left in the fuel line and the nozzle of the stove, the Optimus Nova has a shut off mechanism that works by simply flipping the bottle over. This removes the intake hose from the fuel, causing it to draw in air, that extinguishes the flame. It also depressurizes the bottle. This seems like an ingenious solution to an age-old problem and it certainly does the trick. The Nova can be used with any fuel bottle that has an o-ring seal, which includes MSR bottles. It also comes with a fully featured stove bag that has separate pockets for tools, spare parts, lubricant and the fuel pump. This is an excellent all round backpacking stove for use in the UK, particularly for expeditions where a wide choice of fuels is necessary. Its price is also very reasonable when compared to canister stoves of similar capability. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and a joy to use. Kovea Hydra The Kovea Hydra multi fuel stove first came on the market in 2010 and has been a popular choice for many backpackers since. Fewer UK backpackers pay it much attention nowadays maybe because they've gotten fallen behind with more popular brands or whatever the most recent lightweight offering out of China or Korea is but that doesn't mean that the Hydra isn't still a great stove with its merits. It is a lightweight and compact stove that can burn all liquid fuels including white gas, propane butane and white gas with only one nozzle. It's a pretty standard stove design with an ignition bell that is bolted onto an aluminum body that is anchored by three support legs that fold out. The pump is situated just above the fuel line, the generator loop is wrapped around the inlet, and the flame spreader sits above. The burner itself is a low-speed flame that helps it to be less impacted by winds. A nice feature is that it can be utilized with a canister of propane or isobutane, making it a versatile little cooker. It is easy to simmer using isobutane and propane and burns all fuels at a decent rate. However when using white gas the stove is a little slower. The instructions for the Hydra are written in English but they were not written by native users of the language. The instructions warn against the use of certain types of lighter fluid that if used in a manner that is not what was intended, could result in an accident that would land Kovea in lots of legal hot water. But, any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas canister made by a reputable brand will work fine. Primus OmniLite Ti Primus Omnilite Ti can be a great option for those looking for a multifuel cooker that cooks using a variety of fuels. It can operate on gas, petrol/gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, and diesel fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type and is also able to adjust the flame size, which is a nice feature. This stove also comes with an fuel line that is flat on the ground and is easily connected to the tank. While the Primus Omnilite is a fantastic stove, it requires maintenance in order to ensure it is operating properly. In particular it is prone to flare during priming, which can be a bit risky. This is a common issue with all liquid fuel stoves that utilize a secondary spindle throttle at the stove's side to evaporate fuel instead of a generator coil. Another issue is that it requires different jets for each type of fuel. If you are cooking using kerosene, the jet hole will be smaller than if using gas. It's a minor issue however it's something to be aware of. MSR Whisper Lite The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the tiniest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also simple to fix on the field. It can be used with either canister or liquid fuel and includes attachments for both. The new design is lighter by 10% compared to its predecessor and the burner system was redesigned to improve heat distribution. It's ideal for novices or backpackers with a budget. The whistler Lite requires a bit of time to prepare to prime and boil water, but it's a reliable stove that won't let you down. The flame is very powerful when cranked to its maximum and can boil a liter of water in less than two minutes. The only drawback is that it doesn't simmer as well as other stoves. This is the reason MSR has developed the Dragonfly stove, which is an efficient simmering burner. It has a similar design like the whistler, but it is smaller and has better performance. It's not as inexpensive as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative that offers a similar setup for less than half the price. It is also possible to purchase Whisperlite International or Universal for isobutane canisters as well. The same basic design is used for both, but the Universal version can be operated with fuel from canisters in addition. Coleman Sportster II This is a simple, no-frills Coleman stove that can do the job. It's strong, compact and self-contained with the tank on the bottom and burner up top. This makes it simple to use and a good option for backpackers, beginners looking to save weight and those of us who have spares in the van. Designed to burn Coleman's own exclusive fuel (naptha gas, also known as white gas) This stove can be used with non-leaded gasoline, as well. This will save you money as one gallon of gasoline could last longer than the regular Coleman liquid fuel cylinder. It takes some practice to get a good blue flame on a liquid fuel stove. multifuel stove with back boiler 'll need to pressurize them and prime them properly before you can start. If you're not careful the fuel may be sprayed onto the burner, or even sputter. To get the hang of this, practice outside before you go on your excursion. The stove will suffer some performance and odor of the flame efficiency if you choose to use non-Coleman fuels, but this is a trade-off for its versatility. Just be sure you're buying unleaded gasoline and not something that is enriched with methanol or ethanol (alcohol). These types of fuel could cause the performance of the vehicle to decrease and even explode. ATG Jiko The ATG Jiko multi fuel stove from South Africa (formerly known as the jiko) is a light multifuel stove designed for harsh conditions like Africa. It's a compact, robust stove that burns gels, solid fuel tabs and alcohol with a single nozzle. It's a minimalist and ultralight design that is priced lower than other multifuel stoves. The fuel is also less expensive per liter when compared to gas canisters. Other multifuel stoves feature a separate nozzle for each fuel type. This makes them fiddly to change over in the rain or without gloves, and could increase their weight overall. Multifuel stoves that are of the current model utilize a single nozzle to burn multiple fuels, making it much easier. The newer versions of these stoves are referred to as 'hybrid' or “compressed fuel multifuel stoves' and there are various names for them such as isobutane canister fuel, white gas, kerosene and unleaded car gasoline/petrol. A multifuel stove kit can be bought to transform your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. They are typically available from specialised camping stores and are also available for purchase internationally. They're a great option for Trangia fans and they're capable of burning all liquid fuels with the exception of diesel. If fitted with the right equipment can even cook.