MSR Reactor Windproof Camping and Backpacking Stove System

We never thought we would convert over to a canister stove but this little guy totally changed all of that. My husband and I took this stove on it's maiden voyage last fall on a 10 day backpacking trip. We only used one 8oz canister and part of another for the entire trip. That's how efficient this little guy is. And contrary to belief this stove will simmer...it's a little tricky to get it to, but you can with a light touch on the gas.We used it on a winter backpacking trip too recently, and it did well, but we had to keep the canister warm for maximum efficiency. I actually put a hand warmer under the canister to keep the fuel mixed. Some people recommend putting the canister in a pan of warm water. It's very fast at melting snow and it's very quiet which is great.You won't be disappointed....

I used one the the entire trip I took to complete the John Muir Trail in California. 23 days and over 220 miles. It was a complete success and used far less fuel that I anticipated.

It does one thing. It boils water. Fast. It is the best. The only negative is the price, it is expensive.Car camping, overlanding, trailer, Sprinter, etc. I do all of them and this is always part of my kit

When I buy MSR I expect the best. I put it away after one season, and yes, it was dry. At least as dry as I could make it with toweling it and the pot off. I pulled it out this year and large pieces were missing from the base. I mean, like the base was crumbling away like it was made from dirt, and the rivets were corroding and the brass on the little relief valve was turning green and gunky. I think the base is made from pot cast zinc. They definitely have dissimilar metals corrosion and are not living up to the MSR standards. For $300 I expect an expedition quality stove that has user serviceable parts. I will be surprised if I can get two years out of this. It was my big splurge last year (I have 4 kids and I can't just go through money away on a new stove every year).

Great for a small group backpacking

Very good Product.I like it

Boiled water in 90 seconds. I absolutely love this thing. Easily the best portable stove on the market. Well worth the price and the 2.5 Liter is perfect for camping with a friend and feeding 2 to 3 people.

Strictly a water heater. Much too hot to cook in. I used mine several trips every summer and it lasted 10 yrs before I had to get a replacement. MSR replaced the burner for $50 because it couldn’t be repaired. My favorite piece of camping gear. 15 yrs ago it was only $149. I would still buy it at $300. I don’t want to call it delicate but all lightweight gear is somewhat fragile - you can’t abuse it but if reasonable care is taken it will hold up. I can heat about 15 liters with 8 oz fuel can