MSR Exo 2 Titanium Pot - 2009 BCS

This pot essentially replaces the MSR Titan 2L pot. I got it thinking it would be an upgrade. I liked that the handle was attached so there was no chance of losing it, and I liked the new lid design with the strainer holes. In the end I concluded it was a waste of money and I should have stayed with the Titan.

First off this pot is heavier than the Titan. Yes it has a larger volume but it turns out the new handle is also significantly heavier than the old handle, and the lid is heavier as well. Secondly the handle seems like a POS. It is rattly on the pot and seems cheap. It's strong enough holding in the downward direction, but if something were to push up on the pot the handle would easily break. I.E. it's only strong in one direction. Third and most importantly, I cannot fit my dragonfly stove inside!! It DOES fit inside the Titan pot, even though the Titan pot is a smaller volume.

The pot fits nicely in the ultralight niche. Upsides are minimal weight and built-in handle and lid. I recommend it strictly for boiling water and/or melting snow. Downsides are small volume, even at 2.4 liters it feels small. Also, titanium is not conducive to any cooking due to its very thin nature and it has led to burned meals. If I'm doing any cooking I also bring a 3 liter aluminum pot for maximum options.