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#7 on this list
Firebox Nano
Firebox Stove
Wood-burning packable stove. No fuel to carry when country and rules allow open flame.
- Price
- $230 MSRP
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- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
#8 on this list
Nova+
Optimus
Multi-fuel European classic. Excellent build quality; ideal cold-country liquid-fuel option.
- Price
- $230 MSRP
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Firebox Nano | Nova+ |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Wood / Biomass | Multi-fuel (liquid) |
| Material | Stainless Steel / Titanium | — |
| Packed Size | Compact, folds flat | — |
| Weight | Varies by material | Approx. 430g (stove only) |
| Cooking Style | Boiling, small pot support | — |
| Key Feature | No fuel carrying required | — |
| Boil Time (1L) | — | Approx. 3.5 minutes (white gas) |
| Output | — | 2850W / 9725 BTU |
| Burn Time | — | Up to 2.5 hours (with 450ml fuel) |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Firebox Nano
- No external fuel source needed, just forage wood
- Extremely lightweight and compact when packed flat
- Durable stainless steel or ultralight titanium construction
- Versatile, can also use alcohol burners or solid fuel tabs
- Engaging and self-sufficient cooking experience
- Requires constant feeding of small fuel pieces
- Performance is dependent on dry fuel availability
- Can be slow to boil compared to gas stoves
- Leaves ash and soot residue on cookware
Nova+
- Exceptional multi-fuel capability (white gas, kerosene, diesel, jet fuel)
- Bombproof, all-metal construction ensures extreme durability
- Consistent and powerful flame output in harsh conditions
- Excellent cold-weather and high-altitude performance
- Reliable and field-maintainable for long-term use
- Heavier and bulkier than many canister stoves
- Requires priming and more complex operation than gas stoves
- Can be sooty if not properly maintained or fueled
- Initial cost is higher than many entry-level options
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