Review

BioLite CampStove

Originally published November 2012

From the archive: originally posted on ProCamping in November 2012. BioLite have released newer CampStove models since — check their current range for the latest version.

The BioLite CampStove caught our attention — firstly it's a beautiful design, secondly it has a USB charger outlet on it, we'd never seen that before!

The BioLite stove is powered by nature. This is a wood stove, so it's powered by twigs and bark that you'll find out and about on the trail. The heat from this not only cooks your food but also powers a thermoelectric generator which provides power for the USB outlet and powers a fan which makes the stove even more efficient.

When you're out for extended periods the unique USB functionality of this stove could come in really handy. Of course you go camping to get away from things, but having the option to charge a mobile phone can come in really useful.

Being powered by wood could be really handy too — no hassle trying to find gas in foreign countries — but if it's wet outside you could have some trouble lighting it, so perhaps best to pack a few dry twigs to get you started off.

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