SOTO Windmaster Stove with 4Flex - Canister Stove for Windy Weather - Durable with Windscreen and Micro Regulator Valve System - Canister not Included

This stove has lots and lots of very strong reviews, so I was confident in buying it that it would meet my needs well. It certainly has met and exceeded expectations. I often camp in windy locations, and the Windmaster lives up to its name. It has not yet blown out though I have put it through some rough, gusty weather. Yes, cooking is slower when it's windy, but that is to be expected. It gets the job done, and it does a great job. The burner is so close to the pot, it still does really well.Because of its efficient design, it doesn't seem to use as much fuel as my older stove, which is of course great. The piezo ignition is also wonderful. Not having to bother with matches is a big plus for me. It does seem a little delicate, and so does the stove holder cage thing, but I treat all my things with care, and they're both fine. Treat your equipment well, and it will treat you well. If you are rough on things, I would not expect either to last very long. They are lightweight, intended for camping, so go figure! You can't beat the heck out of them; they will break, people.I also love the sensitivity of the fuel dial. It takes a few turns to get it going, which I like, because sometimes it gets turned a bit while handling, but when I connect it, this does not mean fuel starts immediately coming out. No, you have to turn it a lot more for that to begin. I view this as a very nice safeguard. Because of its sensitivity, it provides great simmer control, and though I'm no camping chef extraordinaire, the flexibility to dial in the heat level is appreciated.Superb stove. Very compact and lightweight. Highly recommended product.

The Soto Windmaster is an awesome stove. I've used this in windy conditions and it gets the job done every single time.I can usually boil 1 cup of water (depending on the outside temp) in around 1 minute and 30 seconds. For me, that's quicker than a MSR Pocet Rocket. The built in regulator ensures that I get a consistent flow of fuel, despite how full/empty the canister is. The built in windscreen works well. The piezo ignitor always works on the first or second click. The adjuster has the right amount of resistance, not being too stiff or too loose.There is a cheaper knockoff on the market but in my experience, you get what you pay for. This Japanese made stove is superior in quality vs the knockoff. When in the wild, the last thing you need to fail on you is your stove. Not only can it cook a hot meal, it can serve as a backup water purification device if your primary water purification device fails.

This is a great stove. I use it mostly for my travel coffee kit, but it always performs well. I haven’t run into any issues with fuel usage. It’s light and compact and the piezo always works. Great choice!

I was stuck between this one and the pocket rocket. I’m glad I went with this one. Boiled fast and super compact. No issues igniting the flame either.

If you are checking out this product, you already know it is a high quality ultralight tiny stove. What I like most about it is how much control I have over the flame. The last tiny stove I purchased from a different company cost much less, but flame control was impossible. This little stove is awesome. You can dial in from barely warming a pan to extreme insta-boil mode. From there, it keeps an even burn. No more constant fidgeting and burning food, or wondering if I'm low on fuel because the flame decreased. Honestly, it's just a really cool, tiny, ultralight, and quality addition to my backpacking gear. Very happy with it.

The media could not be loaded. This is a great piece of kit. It performs really well in wind. You still need to place it behind a chair or rock or tree in high wind but when other burners blow out this one keeps going, which means no wasted gas. Used it on a 4 day portage trip. Will be replacing a heavier metal Primus burner I have, which I’ll keep for car camping. Love the built in igniter. A great way to cut weight from your gear, this piece is lighter than the MSR equivalent, plus it has 4 pot supports instead of 3, which I find make the MSR one a little tippier to cook on. Good value and quality for price.

This is one of the best portable stoves I've used. It burns hot, quick, and efficiently. I use mine for boiling water while camping/backpacking. I am not an ultralight backpacker so I cannot speak to the weight aspect of it. It is similar to other portable stoves (Pocket Rocket, Mini Mo) I've used in that aspect. There is a 3-prog support available for those concerned about weight.I really enjoy the bulit-in igniter and windscreen for the stove. I've has some issues with other stoves and wind, but this stove stands up better to that. Unfortunately there are no other accessories that come with the stove itself (other that the drawstring pouch it comes in). It wasn't a big issue for me but just keep that in mind. Performance-wise this is my favorite stove and my new go-to. Even if you are not a backpacker it is good to have in case of an emergency. I would highly recommend this product.

This is the most efficient open style stove I've used. It boils water very quickly and is pretty good on fuel. The pot stands on it fold in and out in a nice way to reduce the packed form factor which is great. It's big enough for pots, pans, whatever, and can hold it's own weight very well. It is the best alternative to a jetboil style system I've ever used. It's piezo igniter is SWEET. I never knew how much I was missing out. The controls are excellent and the nob works well. I like kit that just works and that I don't have to think about. This is one of those pieces. Never thing about it, abuse it, and it continues to deliver. Every time.