These are very handy as emergency stoves, Work great. I always wrote them off, then I finally got one and now I understand why people like them. Just keep a good supply of the butane cans on hand and you are good to go.
I'm pretty certain that this type (shape and canister it uses) of stove was first designed by Japanese in 1970's if not earlier, and wide spread in Far East Asia and South East Asia. Also used by Asian community in USA, but only recently spread to non-Asian folks in USA.
@@HK-uj9qc I’m wondering that too. I’m concerned about 2 things. 1) undetected flammable gas leaks. 2) the parked vehicle getting too hot while the canister is sitting inside. In fact, it’s such a concern for me, that I think the safety issue is a deal breaker. I might just pass on getting one.
📢 Really appreciate this video, especially when being able to get to see the boil in real time!! So many other people cut off the best way to make a decision about the stoves performance! Just wanted to see how it has held up since the video was made? Thank You!
If you look at the negative reviews on Amazon, several people mentioned the burner melted after a few uses. Some even uploaded pics with it. I think a similar Propane stove is a much better alternative: the green bottles are more expensive, but we can use a hose adapter and connect the stove to a 20lbs propane tank. There's even a hose to transfer/refill from a 20lbs tank to a 1lb green bottle so in the long it's much cheaper
Thanks, great vid. I learned something new. Always good to have information on products to keep on hand for emergencies. These days you never know. Blessings to you.
Thank you was not sure to get one at Walmart yesterday ..but seeing your video now I will get one today for sure ... just been through hurricane Harvey here in Houston TX just want to keep it on hand .
How long does the butane last how long can u cook also what last longer for cooking butane cans or the little propane cans im thinking of buying a little stove but i would like to know how long each last for cooking... thanks great video well explained
Do you use the CRV (Countersink Release Vent) canisters? The CRV canisters have a good safety feature, in case the canister builds too much pressure it vents from the top
Its june 2020 now. I just bought mine a month ago for my semi truck. And I use a cast iron skillet cause you only use boiling water to clean it. Itll heat water in 2 or 3 minutes. I havent tried cooking in the truck but for now i put it on my trailer and cook outside
I use to use a propane stove in my semi truck (Coleman power pack) but that thing takes up too much space. The main problem I had with it was the long arm that connects to a 1lb propane tank. It was just all in the damn way. I switched to a sterno butane burner and I friggin love it. I just use a regular Teflon pan for mines. The truck stop food will kill you faster than the Teflon lol
I just got mine today I haven't used mine yet but this looks promising I got it as a backup to my wood burning stove in case I can't use my wood burning stove for some reason I thought on this because I know having a way to cook and boil water is a must especially when you use freze dried meals for emergencies
He forgot to tell everybody to have and use a carbon monoxide detector. CO is colorless and odorless. Why guess about safety? Buy the $15 detector and be safe.
This video is like 6 years old.. but still up to date. I was shopping for an alternative to propane burner for camping and i found this youtube video.. and the strange coincidence is that i also happen to do reloading lol.. do you think that little butane burner can melt lead bullet ? I wish you had put more water cuz im looking to boil enough water for pasta… and one question remains, how many time can you boil let say three or four time that amount of water to cook pasta? How much butane will be left? Is one can enough for breakfast lunch and dinner?..
Make sure gas or butane is bodyheat warm to flow correctly. Somebody recommended keeping the canister under my shirt till I was ready to use it outside when it was cold out. Otherwise the flame is weak or wont start at all.
Butane and propane do not like the cold really the boiling point is low on them but the closer you get to that cold temp the less the change in pressure can change the liquid to gas if it stays as I liquid they are not designed to burn the liquid only the fuel gas
This style stove is perfect for short term power outages. I keep cans of heat and serve foods like beans or pasta or soup. If you want to cook an actual meal buy your butane by the case or go with a propane unit you can link to a 20lb tank.
ps how long til the stove cools off enough to head out ..like if you were traveling and made a fast tea on a rest break ... how long to gwt back on the road ?
have plana stove 1/3 setting 2cups water boils in 6min (lid on) MOST survival foods need 15 min boiling time did it 3 times on 8oz can, still has some in it.
great review but as one fellow made tests on several noted that those cans are very wasteful unlike Kerosene or gas where one can, can be filled indefinitely as well as those cans are very costly
Use a spray bottle with dish soap and spray the erea where the can is hooked to. If you see bubbles, the can is installed wrong or might need a new stove. They are safe and very easy to use. If your inside in like a house you can use them if power goes out or worse. They heat quickly just keep flammable stuff away.
@Sanam Saleem I only cook for 1 and I cooked a steak and fried potatoes, brauts and 3 breakfasts and still had some propane left. At least 2 hrs worth.
Would you leave the canister on to store the burner for say 6 months? Would the gas leak over time and be a hazard? Or would you remove the canister instead? Will a used canister by itself leak gas over time?
These exact same stoves are marketed under a variety of different brand names including Coleman. I picked up mine for $14.99. I purchased it for emergency situations. I also have a 2 burner propane stove for camping and back-up.
I just bought one of these at Walmart. The sales person wasn't quite sure how it worked, so I'm glad I found your video. Can you answer about how long a canister will last? Thank you!
Interesting that this little gem is "maybe" barely one minute faster to boil than your nifty DIY alcohol stove. I have a propane one like this made be Stansport. I suspect the boil time is about the same as for butane. Thanks for this test, even if it was 6 years ago - still applies.
Either one will need to be stored outside of the vehicle. Any compressed gas cylinder whether propane or butane can leak without you smelling anything. Then you can either be asphyxiated or burned alive while you sleep.
Well you use a gas cooker with oven,grill and 4 burners in your kitchen so one burner is nothing in comparison.Just don't use in small confined spaces,you must have ventilation.
I was thinking about getting one of these stoves to cook lunch at work out at my car. I thought about using my Coleman 533 gasoline stove, but I don’t want the security patrol to get stoked up about seeing a roaring stove in the parking lot. My question is, how could I safely store the butane can in my car? I’m in Texas where is gets very hot in summer and I don’t want a butane aerosol can exploding in my car. Any ideas?
I am definitely going to get me one of these. my stove was made in the 1970s so it's getting up there in age it's also Electric which means if I lose power then I can't use it. having one of these it would be nice so I can boil some water and make myself a cup of noodles or something. I also heard that gas stoves are better than conventional stoves.
4.5 mins and beer brats would be cookin hehe. Used to have one in my barracks in san antonio back in day,worked good for sauteing and makin bfast lol. Need to see if i can find that thing next time im back at my folks.
It's kind of hard to tell but it looks like you adjusted the burner to straighten it up since the unboxing video that you did on this stove. Am I correct? If so, was the adjustment difficult to do?
The issue isn't how much time you have, it's how much gas you use to boil water, how MANY times you can boil water. Kind of imperative in a survival situation, no?
I have the Coleman butane stove. Excellent equipment for emergencies; very convenient, too. Sterno butane (8-oz cartridges) are available at Sam's Club for $5.22 per pack for a 4-cartridge pack ($1.30 per cartridge). Hard to beat. Thanks for the video!
I have one of these stoves stowed away in the shed. But id say its better to have propane because propane burns cleaner than butane so you dont have to worry too much about carbon monoxide
Absolutely FALSE! Buy a carbon monoxide detector and use either stove with good fresh air ventilation. Then when you have time, read up on what conditions caused carbon monoxide production.
If the pot is bigger than the trivet heat gets reflected back on the canister and boom. You have to be very careful with this type of stove (Perhaps not this brand). The canister lock mechanisms have been known to disengage accidentally with a resulting flame out. Youth organisations in the UK have been advised not to use this type. My wife could not get a kettle to boil while on the beach. Best used by an adult in a completely windless draught free environment then they are fine.
The problem with those butane stoves is that the fuel canister does not stay locked in very well so the flame starts out really nice and high when they are new but within literally a few minutes the canister seems to back out of the locked in position and the flame reduces to about half of what it was when you started out. I thought there was a problem with my fuel canister but I traded with different ones n had the same problem. Took the stove back and had the same results with the new one. If you press on the back of the fuel canister your plane comes back high like it was when you first put it in. It is too bad that cold man cannot fix this problem, they are really nice so otherwise. I broke down and spent $85 on Amazon, I bought an Iwatani, very very nice, no problems at all.
I haven't experienced this fading issue but i have noticed that the sheet metal under the regulator is a bit flimsy and bends a little when you lock in the can.
Brother, I just bought one of these now in 2023 July 5th actually THE PRICE IS now AROUND $29.97 NOW and that Coleman brand Butane Canisters are $2.97 each as per Starkville MS...You know the Famous Miss. State Bulldogs???...lol Anyways...the Butane canisters are wayyyyyy cheaper than the propane bottle, small versions, and I just cooked off camera some Catfish, fries and shrimp...in wayyy less time than I thought it would, with Butane canisters....but it's super hot here in Mississippi so in my opinion right now this is a great back=up camping survival stand by in 2023. I'm gonna try to recreate this fabula supper In a Sunday Video...because I'm full now and just need something sweet like Peanut Butter to get the fish taste out of me mouth...lol.,
No no no, not for cold outdoor temperature cooking. Butane and cold air don't do well together. Use propane for cold weather cooking or liquid fuel stoves for winter outdoor use.
Your pot comes to the boil much quicker with a lid on.
Also a great set up for a power outage at home or just as an additional stove for heating or warming. Good demo, thanks.
These are very handy as emergency stoves, Work great. I always wrote them off, then I finally got one and now I understand why people like them. Just keep a good supply of the butane cans on hand and you are good to go.
Iridium242 True! they're great!!
I'm pretty certain that this type (shape and canister it uses) of stove was first designed by Japanese in 1970's if not earlier,
and wide spread in Far East Asia and South East Asia.
Also used by Asian community in USA, but only recently spread to non-Asian folks in USA.
If I buy several cans to have on hand in my van travels, what is best way to store them?
@@HK-uj9qc
I’m wondering that too. I’m concerned about 2 things. 1) undetected flammable gas leaks. 2) the parked vehicle getting too hot while the canister is sitting inside.
In fact, it’s such a concern for me, that I think the safety issue is a deal breaker. I might just pass on getting one.
📢 Really appreciate this video, especially when being able to get to see the boil in real time!! So many other people cut off the best way to make a decision about the stoves performance! Just wanted to see how it has held up since the video was made? Thank You!
Very well explained about butane stove & fuels
My go to guy on stoves, Skeet the man. Thanks 🙏 for another great review.
Very informative! Thank you for taking the time to post this.
I use one of those everyday in my semi. They work real good
me too, base on your videos Brother, where is a cheap place to buy the fuel
Survival Preacher With good ventilation they're awesome!!
Father and Son Adventures of Iowa (FSAIOWA) Thank you, I buy my fuel on Amazon for $24 case
Survival Preacher how long does one can of gas last approximately?
JIUJITSU2000 how long does a canister of gas last approximately? Thanks
The best place I have found to purchase the butane fuel canisters is at an Asian/Korean market. I bought a case of 28 canisters for $29.99 plus tax.
Wow you're getting them the same price that we pay in Asia
If you look at the negative reviews on Amazon, several people mentioned the burner melted after a few uses. Some even uploaded pics with it.
I think a similar Propane stove is a much better alternative: the green bottles are more expensive, but we can use a hose adapter and connect the stove to a 20lbs propane tank. There's even a hose to transfer/refill from a 20lbs tank to a 1lb green bottle so in the long it's much cheaper
Thanks, great vid. I learned something new. Always good to have information on products to keep on hand for emergencies. These days you never know. Blessings to you.
I used to have one. it worked well. Thanks for your videos Bro.
Thank you was not sure to get one at Walmart yesterday ..but seeing your video now I will get one today for sure ... just been through hurricane Harvey here in Houston TX just want to keep it on hand .
Thank you! They work well! Cheap too!
I’m from Houston as well. Howd it go for you during the freeze?
My wife and i got one last year and it works really great.
They make what appears to be the same stove in a blue color and it costs almost twice as much. I can't see any difference. What am I missing?
How long does the butane last how long can u cook also what last longer for cooking butane cans or the little propane cans im thinking of buying a little stove but i would like to know how long each last for cooking... thanks great video well explained
Do you use the CRV (Countersink Release Vent) canisters? The CRV canisters have a good safety feature, in case the canister builds too much pressure it vents from the top
Its june 2020 now. I just bought mine a month ago for my semi truck. And I use a cast iron skillet cause you only use boiling water to clean it. Itll heat water in 2 or 3 minutes. I havent tried cooking in the truck but for now i put it on my trailer and cook outside
I use to use a propane stove in my semi truck (Coleman power pack) but that thing takes up too much space. The main problem I had with it was the long arm that connects to a 1lb propane tank. It was just all in the damn way. I switched to a sterno butane burner and I friggin love it. I just use a regular Teflon pan for mines. The truck stop food will kill you faster than the Teflon lol
I just got mine today I haven't used mine yet but this looks promising I got it as a backup to my wood burning stove in case I can't use my wood burning stove for some reason I thought on this because I know having a way to cook and boil water is a must especially when you use freze dried meals for emergencies
Thank you! I just ordered one. Agreed with other comments lid on quicker boil.
You are very smart for mentioning the carbon monoxide byproduct. Many people just use this indoors and think it's fine with the window closed.
He forgot to tell everybody to have and use a carbon monoxide detector. CO is colorless and odorless. Why guess about safety? Buy the $15 detector and be safe.
Cool. Just bought one of these blind at Wally World. Everything I've seen on TH-cam seems to indicate it's a quality product. Not bad for $18.
+kabbage420 Thank you!
I just bought one to use during a power outage to go along with my propane grill. Hope it will be a quality product.
This video is like 6 years old.. but still up to date. I was shopping for an alternative to propane burner for camping and i found this youtube video.. and the strange coincidence is that i also happen to do reloading lol.. do you think that little butane burner can melt lead bullet ? I wish you had put more water cuz im looking to boil enough water for pasta… and one question remains, how many time can you boil let say three or four time that amount of water to cook pasta? How much butane will be left? Is one can enough for breakfast lunch and dinner?..
Excellent instructional video. Thanks very much.
how many days a 1 can of butane can last?
I wonder ho many meals 1 butane can cook?
If I wanted for emergencies , how can i store gas cans at home ?
I wish you would have also done another test with a lid on that same pot.
Does butane not work well in cold? I used this exact stove when camping in -10 and it never heated my food. Had to use a fire
Make sure gas or butane is bodyheat warm to flow correctly. Somebody recommended keeping the canister under my shirt till I was ready to use it outside when it was cold out. Otherwise the flame is weak or wont start at all.
Butane and propane do not like the cold really the boiling point is low on them but the closer you get to that cold temp the less the change in pressure can change the liquid to gas if it stays as I liquid they are not designed to burn the liquid only the fuel gas
In cold weather you need to use a Propane stove - the one with pound green bottles. Can also use a large Propane canister with a hose adapter
how long does a canister last?
2 hour max fuel setting, 4 hours minimum fuel setting.
This style stove is perfect for short term power outages. I keep cans of heat and serve foods like beans or pasta or soup. If you want to cook an actual meal buy your butane by the case or go with a propane unit you can link to a 20lb tank.
I’ve got a 12qt holding 2 gallons and it’s been 30 mins and it’s just showing smalls bubbles so far. dang.
ps how long til the stove cools off enough to head out ..like if you were traveling and made a fast tea on a rest break ... how long to gwt back on the road ?
have plana stove 1/3 setting 2cups water boils in 6min (lid on) MOST survival foods need 15 min boiling time did it 3 times on 8oz can, still has some in it.
great review but as one fellow made tests on several noted that those cans are very wasteful unlike Kerosene or gas where one can, can be filled indefinitely as well as those cans are very costly
great video, as usual. I've been thinking of getting one to keep in the R.V. thanks brotha.
Jason Williams Thank you brotha, these things are good! I hope all is well! go UTES!!
why no mention of using this stove on propane? is it not possible?
Not possible
Are they safe? How to know if theres a leak
Use a spray bottle with dish soap and spray the erea where the can is hooked to. If you see bubbles, the can is installed wrong or might need a new stove. They are safe and very easy to use. If your inside in like a house you can use them if power goes out or worse. They heat quickly just keep flammable stuff away.
@Sanam Saleem I only cook for 1 and I cooked a steak and fried potatoes, brauts and 3 breakfasts and still had some propane left. At least 2 hrs worth.
Would you leave the canister on to store the burner for say 6 months? Would the gas leak over time and be a hazard? Or would you remove the canister instead? Will a used canister by itself leak gas over time?
Yes, the canister will leak
These exact same stoves are marketed under a variety of different brand names including Coleman. I picked up mine for $14.99. I purchased it for emergency situations. I also have a 2 burner propane stove for camping and back-up.
Larry Kool Sweet! thank you
How much butane burned off to boil that water and is propane better to use?
You want to get a butane canister that has a CRV label
I just bought one of these at Walmart. The sales person wasn't quite sure how it worked, so I'm glad I found your video. Can you answer about how long a canister will last? Thank you!
Set on full power, about 1.5 hours.
@John Kugelfischer Department/floor manager probably
Thank You for the hints how long does a can last>>>>I bought it cause we have mini power failers I have electric stove so I cant wait to try mine out.
Interesting that this little gem is "maybe" barely one minute faster to boil than your nifty DIY alcohol stove. I have a propane one like this made be Stansport. I suspect the boil time is about the same as for butane. Thanks for this test, even if it was 6 years ago - still applies.
Does this Stove have the brass threads to connect Propane (Coleman Green Cannister Camping Gas) to use instead of Butane?
No
is the flame adjustable ?
I am homeless in my van. What would be better to have, propane or butane? And which one is safer??
Either one will need to be stored outside of the vehicle. Any compressed gas cylinder whether propane or butane can leak without you smelling anything. Then you can either be asphyxiated or burned alive while you sleep.
@@totallyfrozen so how many people really leave their butane can outside at night when they go to bed...
How much use in one bottle?
They are really nice to have.👍
Those bottle can lived in balcony in winter time?
Can this be used indoors ?
The young man said yes you can use it indoors you just have to have good ventilation.
Well you use a gas cooker with oven,grill and 4 burners in your kitchen so one burner is nothing in comparison.Just don't use in small confined spaces,you must have ventilation.
Great information young man. Many thanks.
How long does the canister of fuel last? How many 20 oz. pots of water could you boil before it runs out?
I was thinking about getting one of these stoves to cook lunch at work out at my car. I thought about using my Coleman 533 gasoline stove, but I don’t want the security patrol to get stoked up about seeing a roaring stove in the parking lot.
My question is, how could I safely store the butane can in my car? I’m in Texas where is gets very hot in summer and I don’t want a butane aerosol can exploding in my car. Any ideas?
I would just bring the canister inside if that’s doable. In a lunch box or something.
i have one in my semi too.... where is a cheap place to buy the fuel
I buy my fuel online. It's cheap on ebay!
That Watched Pot did boil.
What would be safer to use in my van, butane or propane?
Butane
I am definitely going to get me one of these. my stove was made in the 1970s so it's getting up there in age it's also Electric which means if I lose power then I can't use it. having one of these it would be nice so I can boil some water and make myself a cup of noodles or something. I also heard that gas stoves are better than conventional stoves.
Is this safe to use in a kitchen under a exhaust fan?
Should be
gotta try a tea kettle or with the lid on
elevation?
Is is Canadian Walmart or US .
What is the BTU and Model number; have you tried any other brands of butane.
how heavy of a pot it can support, also if the gas can is half full do I take it out/how or leave it there?.
They're pretty solid. I saw a guy using a cast iron skillet on one. Remove the can after every use.
Compré una , pero veo que no trae la salida alternativa para el gas normal, saludos
Not much use in the cold weather!
The butane won't Vapourize in the cold😢
4.5 mins and beer brats would be cookin hehe. Used to have one in my barracks in san antonio back in day,worked good for sauteing and makin bfast lol. Need to see if i can find that thing next time im back at my folks.
Bearded Seabee 82 That's awesome! These stoves are cheap and work great! Have a beautiful day brotha!
It's kind of hard to tell but it looks like you adjusted the burner to straighten it up since the unboxing video that you did on this stove. Am I correct? If so, was the adjustment difficult to do?
I bought it but it is not working
thanks for the video and info. god bless.
The issue isn't how much time you have, it's how much gas you use to boil water, how MANY times you can boil water. Kind of imperative in a survival situation, no?
Just buy a gun and you'll have everything you need in an emergency:)
Cool test,thks.
what is the cost of this stove?
charles howard $20 at Walmart
google it there's a model for 10 bucks it has a different brand name but looks like built in same factory
charles howard $12 right now at Wal-Mart
Those cannisters are VERY EXPENSIVE.... EBAY has them for $15 and UP for just 1. Thats CRAZZZZZYYYYY.
great little stove, perfect for one pot meals.
Yes! :-)
I have the Coleman butane stove. Excellent equipment for emergencies; very convenient, too. Sterno butane (8-oz cartridges) are available at Sam's Club for $5.22 per pack for a 4-cartridge pack ($1.30 per cartridge). Hard to beat.
Thanks for the video!
+M.C. Oult awesome comment thanks for stopping by I appreciate the support
$2.97 for each bottle?
I have one of these stoves stowed away in the shed. But id say its better to have propane because propane burns cleaner than butane so you dont have to worry too much about carbon monoxide
This is false
Absolutely FALSE!
Buy a carbon monoxide detector and use either stove with good fresh air ventilation.
Then when you have time, read up on what conditions caused carbon monoxide production.
@@totallyfrozen I'll look into it. Thanks
nice review I may have to go out and buy one
Thank you for stopping by! God bless!
If the pot is bigger than the trivet heat gets reflected back on the canister and boom. You have to be very careful with this type of stove (Perhaps not this brand). The canister lock mechanisms have been known to disengage accidentally with a resulting flame out. Youth organisations in the UK have been advised not to use this type. My wife could not get a kettle to boil while on the beach. Best used by an adult in a completely windless draught free environment then they are fine.
How much time would be conserved if you had a cover on the pot ? Good video by the way.
+Steve Davis it would have helped alot, but in my testing I like to test with a margin for error
Enjoyed the video!
definitely use a lid to cook faster and save on fuel. good review though
True, Thank you!
Thanks for posting this video. I'm about to get one at Walmart. Have you tried it outside? Thank you sir.
solarflare I use it inside
We used a neiboghbors propane camp stove and it boiled our food in like 1 minute flat..
Wassup sailor ... your burner flame out by a sneaker wave splooshing you ? Redo vid?
John Lord it's an older vid, I had to do a couple edits on
Thanks Tom hardy
The problem with those butane stoves is that the fuel canister does not stay locked in very well so the flame starts out really nice and high when they are new but within literally a few minutes the canister seems to back out of the locked in position and the flame reduces to about half of what it was when you started out. I thought there was a problem with my fuel canister but I traded with different ones n had the same problem. Took the stove back and had the same results with the new one. If you press on the back of the fuel canister your plane comes back high like it was when you first put it in. It is too bad that cold man cannot fix this problem, they are really nice so otherwise. I broke down and spent $85 on Amazon, I bought an Iwatani, very very nice, no problems at all.
I haven't experienced this fading issue but i have noticed that the sheet metal under the regulator is a bit flimsy and bends a little when you lock in the can.
Brother, I just bought one of these now in 2023 July 5th actually THE PRICE IS now AROUND $29.97 NOW and that Coleman brand Butane Canisters are $2.97 each as per Starkville MS...You know the Famous Miss. State Bulldogs???...lol Anyways...the Butane canisters are wayyyyyy cheaper than the propane bottle, small versions, and I just cooked off camera some Catfish, fries and shrimp...in wayyy less time than I thought it would, with Butane canisters....but it's super hot here in Mississippi so in my opinion right now this is a great back=up camping survival stand by in 2023. I'm gonna try to recreate this fabula supper In a Sunday Video...because I'm full now and just need something sweet like Peanut Butter to get the fish taste out of me mouth...lol.,
Forget the burner are those gold bars behind you,:)
Lead ingots and fishing weights I do the same thing at home.
I would think only use this in the rain. Because most likey there is always something that will burn.
outstanding thank you :
You're welcome, thank you as well!
Hope you you don't mind?
charles howard not at all! good day!!
Webstaurant.com has a case of those 8oz Butane canisters ( 12 ) for $14, $1.17 beats $3 each.
No no no, not for cold outdoor temperature cooking. Butane and cold air don't do well together. Use propane for cold weather cooking or liquid fuel stoves for winter outdoor use.
Let’s go Brandon🇺🇸🍻
Faster with lid on
If you had a lid on the pot, it would have heated up faster.
thanks for sharing and god bless you
brianj123458 anytime brotha, God bless!
Put a lid on it!