MSRPocketRocket 2 Ultralight Camping and Backpacking Stove

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 a great little cannister stove. The price is fair, considering the brand and the quality. I have purchased smaller, lighter, and cheaper chinese versions but honestly, I don't know if I totally trust them. MSR makes quality products, and I'd rather pay a bit more to have a brand that I have confidence in. This is a great little stove and packs down small and light - a great little stove.

Tiny, compact, and super light. Works like a charm and as long as your setting up camp right boils quickly.

I've heated many a meal on this by now and it works/folds/lasts better than my expectations. It's simple to fold for travel/storage, and easy to set up and light. Screws on to fuel tanks easily.It cools rapidly when you're done as well so you don't have to worry too much about burning yourself on it (due caution required, of course). Just let it cool while you pack up other items, or while you enjoy your meal.It folds up extremely small and weighs next to nothing. Build quality seems like it will last for years.I'd recommend this for any ultra-light backpacker.

Having owned several stoves over the years, I am super impressed with this one! A snow peak was in my pack for the better part of 3 years, and while I had no issues with it, I felt that boil times were too slow for 1 to 2 cups of water. I ordered this stove on somewhat of a whim, hoping that it would fit the bill and cut down my boil times.I tested the stove with 2 boil tests. Tests 1 was with 2 cups of water in my usual backpacking pot. I set the timer and was amazed when 2 cups boiled in 2.5 minutes. The power of this little stove is beyond impressive. Right away, you can see how it gets the name "pocket rocket."Test 2 was for a cup of coffee, which was 8 oz of water in the same container. Within a minute I could feel the container shaking. After 75 seconds, I had a rolling boil.the lightweight design and the smart carrying case are a nice perk for backpacking. Many similar products provide you with a small bag, which does nothing to protect the stove in your pack. The pot supports fold out to accept a container of decent diameter size. You can likewise fold them in to accept a smaller container. When it is time to pack up your kit, simply fold in the arms and igniter and place back in the case.The stove remains hot after use for about 2-3 minutes, so be cautious about handling.While I have not tested this product in the wind, any backpacker worth their salt knows to bring a wind screen or use natural materials to block off gusts while using.I would highly suggest this product for any day hiker, backpacker, or camper in general who wants a smartly designed, light weight, and efficient way to heat up water for your meals.

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.

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.

It worked well and easily for initial 3 day/night backpacking trip. One can buy cheaper, but not lighter and with much less confidence.