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#8 on this list
Nova+
Optimus
Multi-fuel European classic. Excellent build quality; ideal cold-country liquid-fuel option.
- Price
- $230 MSRP
- Reader rating
- No reader votes yet
- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
#9 on this list
Windmaster
Soto
Micro-regulator canister burner that outperforms in cold and wind for its category.
- Price
- $230 MSRP
- Reader rating
- No reader votes yet
- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
Specs side by side
| Spec | Nova+ | Windmaster |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Multi-fuel (liquid) | Isobutane Canister |
| Boil Time (1L) | Approx. 3.5 minutes (white gas) | — |
| Weight | Approx. 430g (stove only) | 2.3 oz (burner only) |
| Output | 2850W / 9725 BTU | 10,000 BTU |
| Burn Time | Up to 2.5 hours (with 450ml fuel) | — |
| Ignition | — | Piezo (Built-in) |
| Boil Time | — | Around 2.5 minutes (1L) |
| Pot Support | — | TriFlex (detachable) |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
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
Windmaster
- Unmatched wind resistance for its class
- Consistent heat output due to micro-regulator technology
- Fast boil times in challenging conditions
- Lightweight and compact design
- Reliable built-in piezo igniter
- Detachable pot support is a small, easy-to-lose piece
- Not the absolute lightest option available
- Higher initial cost than basic canister stoves
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