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Summary: These basic and light-weight stoves use wood, hexamine tablets, white fuel and gas canisters via only one nozzle. They are popular in cold weather, but they are noisy and lack the ability to control the simmer.

Some multi-fuel stoves are hybrids, that can burn different kinds of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with white and isobutane fuel containers.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova is a multi-fuel stove that can be used with a variety of liquid fuels. It features a quick priming burner, a self-purging aluminium pump and precise simmer control. Its low centre of gravity and wide spreading legs make it a solid stove that can be used on uneven ground. This makes it a great stove for group base camps as well as kayaking and the Arctic camp.

The Optimus Nova is different from other liquid fuel stoves that have a problem with unburned fuel remaining in the fuel line or the nozzle. This can be resolved by simply flipping over the bottle. This removes the intake hose from the fuel, causing it to draw in air, which smothers the flame and depressurizes the bottle.

This is an innovative solution to an old problem and it certainly is effective. The Nova can be used with any standard fuel bottle with an o-ring seal. This includes MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for tools, spares, lubricant, and the fuel pump.

This is an excellent stove for backpacking that can be used in the UK. It is particularly ideal for trips, where a variety of fuels are required. The cost is quite affordable compared to other stoves in the canister category with similar capabilities. Additionally, the Optimus Nova is easy to maintain and enjoyable to use.

Kovea Hydra

Since 2010, the Kovea Multi Fuel wood stove (Lookingfor.kr) Fuel Stove has become a popular choice among backpackers. The Hydra isn't as well-known among UK backpackers anymore Perhaps because they've caught up to better-known brands or the most recent lightweight options from China or Korea. But this doesn't mean it's any less effective.

It's a small and light stove, that can burn all liquid fuels including white gas as well as propane butane, using one nozzle. It has a fairly typical stove design with the burner bell that is bolted to an aluminum body that is anchored by three fold out support legs. A pump is located on the top of the fuel hose and the generator loop is positioned around the inlet, and the flame spreader is up above the inlet. The burner itself is a low velocity flame, which makes it a little less impacted by wind.

It's a versatile little cooker because it can be used with either propane canisters or isobutane. It is simple to simmer using isobutane and propane and burns all fuels at a decent rate. However when using white gas, the stove can be a little slower.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English, but they were not written by native English speakers. The instructions caution you against using certain kinds of lighter fluid. If you don't follow the instructions correctly this could cause an accident, and possibly put Kovea in legal trouble. Any gas canister that is 7/16ths UNEF-threaded from a reputable brand will work fine.

Primus OmniLite Ti

Primus Omnilite Ti can be an ideal option for those looking for a multifuel cooker that cooks using a variety of fuels. It can be powered by gasoline, petrol/gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, and diesel fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type, and you can also alter the size of the flame. This stove has an fuel pipe that sits flat on the floor and is connected to the tank in a snap.

While the Primus Omnilite is a fantastic stove, it will require maintenance in order to keep it working correctly. It is a risk because it flares up when priming. This issue occurs with all stoves that use liquid fuel that utilize a secondary spindle on the stove end instead of an actual coil to vaporize the fuel.

Another issue is the fact that it requires different jets for every type of fuel. If you are cooking with kerosene then the jet hole will be smaller than if using gas. This is a minor issue however it's important to mention.

MSR Whisper Lite

The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the smallest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also simple to repair in the field. It can run on either canister fuel or liquid gas and comes with attachments for both. The new design is lighter by 10% over its predecessor, and the burner system was revamped to improve heat distribution. This is a great option for backpackers with a limited budget or beginners.

The whistler Lite takes a little time to prepare to prime and boil water, but it's a reliable stove that will never disappoint you. The flame is extremely powerful and can cook a Liter of water in two minutes. The only downside is that it doesn't simmer as well as other stoves.

This is the reason MSR has created the Dragonfly stove to be an efficient simmering burner. It's a similar design to the whistler but is more compact and provides better performance. However it's not as affordable as the whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative, providing a similar setup for half the price. Whisperlite International and Universal can be used with isobutane. The same fundamental design is used in both but the Universal version can also be run with canister fuel in addition.

Coleman Sportster II

Like many Coleman stoves this is a no frills model that is rough and ready that just gets the job done. It's solid compact and self-contained, with the tank on the bottom and the burner on top. This makes it easy to use and an excellent option for those who are new to backpacking, who are looking to cut down on weight, and for those who want to keep an extra or two in the van.

It is designed to burn Coleman's proprietary fuel (naptha gas, also known as white gas), this stove can be used with unleaded gasoline as well. This will save you money as one gallon of gasoline could last as long as the regular Coleman liquid fuel cylinder.

Liquid fuel stoves have a steep learning curve, as you'll have to pressurize and prepare them to create a beautiful blue flame going. If you don't do it correctly the fuel may pool, spray outside the burner, or sputter. To master this try it out in the open before embarking on your excursion.

This stove sacrifices some performance or flame odor efficiency with non-coleman fuels however that's a trade off for the additional flexibility it provides. Make sure to purchase gas that is not leaded and not that's enhanced with alcohol or Methanol. This is because these kinds of fuel can cause the unit to be sputtering, leaky, and possibly even explode!

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko 7kw multi fuel stove Fuel Stove from South Africa is an ultralight multifuel designed for harsh environments such as Africa. It is a compact, solid stove that can burn gels, solid fuel tabs and alcohol with one nozzle. It's an ultralight, minimalist design that costs less than other multifuel stoves. It also comes with low costs of ownership, with fuel being cheaper per Liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves have different nozzles for each kind of fuel. This makes them difficult to change in the rain or without gloves, and could increase their weight. The newer types of multifuel stoves have found ways to make use of the same nozzle for various fuels, which makes it more convenient. These stoves are described as hybrids or compressed fuel multifuel stoves. They are also known under other names like white gas, isobutane kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car petrol.

A multifuel stove kit can be purchased to transform your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. They are usually sold at specialist camping stores and can be purchased internationally. They are ideal for Trangia enthusiasts. They can burn all liquid fuels, except diesel and, with the right accessories they can even simmer.