PocketRocket 2 Stove

Arrived in standard MSR form. Great quality and value. Light and reliable.

I have used this stove for 4 years now on various overnight backpacking and day hikes. It fits inside of a titanium cup, along with the fuel can. It is far more flexible than a Jet Boil. You can adjust the fuel canister size for the length of your trip (I always use the smallest, because even that last several days. The stove lights easily, stays lit in high winds, and boils water super quick. This is good gear.

I think this is one of my favorite items Ive bought for hiking, camping, and emergencies. Ive always cooked over campfires, was very hesitant to try out a canister/stove set up, but Im so glad I did after so many backpackers had recommended these. The small canisters are only around $5 locally, bought 3, one for everybody coming on our next trip, and one to practice with at home. Yesterday was my first attempt, and worked like a champ. Ive never used a canister/pocket stove before and timed myself to boil water- 5 min for drinkable water...not too shabby for my first time. It was windy as well, and for a good minute I was being nervous with a cheap lighter that wouldnt hold a flame, but once lit, had no issues with the flame going out. I love being able to adjust the flame, I had it set a bit too low which took for more time boiling but Im positive I can get it done at whats advertised (I believe 3 1/2 min). The stove itself seems pretty steady, just pay attention to the measurements it recommends for pots/kettles/so on. Set up time is nothing, you can quickly unfold it, Ive seen other options where you got to put stuff together. Its light but doesnt feel flimsy, seems like good quality when youre unfolding and folding it back up. Ill probably still cook larger meals over a campfire but for quick and safe drinking/cooking water- this beats carrying, waiting, or having to maintain other expensive options. Between this and my Potable tablets, Im good to go, more expensive options are not always the best, boiling is time proven and this just makes it so much easier.

This is a really solid camping stove. There is a reason it is called the pocket rocket! It packs a lot of heat and power despite being small and lightweight. Did not have any issues when I used this, it heats water fast and is super easy to travel with so if you are worried about weight or size with backpacking this is a good fit. Keep in mind you do need to give it a little time to cool down before storing and hitting the trail again. Highly recommend this, easy to use and always gets the job done.

this is unbelievalbe ! so light and small. fits in pocket. and the water boils in seconds. using it in my camping. very happy

I have been using mine for years, but lent it to a friend who lost it. Bought a replacement, because I love it so much. It is the basic model, so nothing fancy, but it gets the job done and it is small and light.

This is my 2nd device, not as a replacement but as an additional unit for faster food prep. When you head out in a group of more than 2 it's nice to have the 2nd cooking setup for meal time, and this unit is small enough to carry a 2nd unit. I wish the container is an ok-size - I feel like there is room for improvement there, but it does provide sturdy protection for the unit.

I must admit missing my old Optimus stove. But when a fire destroyed all my backpacking gear, I found all had to be replaced. And on a tight budget. I was gifted the one inexpensive one that is so light that everyone raves about. It tipped over several times, just not stable. And as a backpacker, I am very conscious not only of not tipping over the water that is so precious when backpacking due to weight, but also the risk of accidentally starting a fire in the back country. So, I decided to spend more. Look for good quality but not quite as heavy as my old Optimus. Something stable, not so easy to tip over. Tight retiree budget as mentioned. But, I also wanted something that would last. So tried this one. Two backpacking and one car camping trip with it so far, and no issues. Boils water rapidly. Easy to light. Stable. Seems good quality so far no issues. Happy with purchase.