This stove plus the Titanium Teakettle plus a fuel canister = super light weight. I bring this set up even on big walls, and I get coffee in the morning and soup at night, rather than hauling cans up the wall. I also have it in my truck, as an emergency backup in case my big propane campstove canister runs out suddenly (like they tend to do). I also pack this (without the fuel canister, just buy one there) for Europe trips, so I can always have coffee in the morning and save money. Ive used this set up on Torre Egger too. You can wedge a small-size lighter into the red carrying case, so you never end up without one. I cant really say enough good things about this stove. Its one of the best pieces of gear I own.

This small, lightweight, packable, well constructed stove boils water quickly. It also works well in windy conditions. Last week-end @ camp wind gusts were unfortunately too frequent. The Pocket Rocket performed well mainly due to the built-in wind shield around the burner head. It did occasionally blow @ low settings but so did all the other stoves. It worked better after I constructed a rock wind block, making sure the canister had plenty of ventilation. The substantial pot supports are connected to the base rather than the burner allowing the stove to support heavier cookware. The red plastic carrying case protects the stove while minimizing the amount of room it takes up in your pack.

I've been using mine for a few years now, and overall, I've been really satisfied. The weight of the stove(or lack there of) was really what sold me, but the speed at which it boils water was a pleasant surprise.

Not everything was perfect, however. Being that it is a canister fuel delivery system, I did find that it was very challenging to use it in any kind of cold weather camping. it could be done, however it just involved a lot of work. This made using my percolator very challenging. Not saying that it can't be done, just that it does require some babysitting. The other issue that I found was that if it wasn't placed exactly flat, my cookware/percolator would slide right off of it quite easily. The only other issue that could be a problem for some folks is that the flame spread is about the size of a quarter. This is only a problem if you're cooking food versus re-heating food or boiling water.

You might be asking, "Why 4 stars then?" Well, this little thing really does perform for what it is. I mean, 3 oz? Come on, you don't have to be an expert to know that it has to be one of the lightest stoves on the market. As I stated, I've used this thing for about 2 years as my primary cook stove for 100+ meals and I've never gone hungry because of it. If you're looking for a high altitude, or winter stove, this is not it. That's why I just bought a WhisperLite International, and will look forward to giving it as thorough of a review as I have this one. The Pocket Rocket really is a worthwhile buy.

For being so small this thing puts out an immense amount of heat, but because the pot supports are so small, a tall skinny container works well to hold your boiling water. I acually use the large Arizona tea cans. They are ultralight and only cost 99 cents plus they come filled with iced tea.

Cheap, simple and effective. This awesome little stove fed me for four months while bumming my way around Europe.

I cooked on this stove for 2 months straight last summer, and use it for backpacking and camping trips now. It boils water fast, can be turned down to approximate a simmer, and folds up to practically nothing. In its case, it usually gets packed into my pot with no problems at all. Less efficient in the wind 'cause the flame blows sideways, but still useable. Pots are always stable on the stove, but on uneven ground the canister can tip, especially if using a tall canister. No big problem, it just means that I have to hold onto the handle of the pot as I stir or while my dinner cooks. For the price, this stove is reliable, pretty versatile, and super light & tiny. I love it.

Good little stove for the weight watchers out there. Fits on my titanium pot without much hassle. Can use gas canisters other than MSR, but the smaller canisters are a bit more "tippy"

The best thing about this stove is it's size! You can tuck this thing into just about any place. Burns well and operation is self explanatory. It's perfect for 1 or 2 people. If you're cutting weight, this is a must. So, ditch the bulky stove and save some space in your pack!

I have had my pocket rocket since 2003. My all-time favorite stove for summer hiking. Uber-small with a blow-torch-like flame. I really appeciate the large flame control that flips out from the body. Mine came with a hard case. Don't use in winter (unless you feel like warming up the canister under your shirt). Don't use at high elevation. I would buy another one without hesitation.

Used this puppy for four hikers in montana. I was told it was crappy in cold temps but it performed flawlessly. Each of us packed our own fuel cannister figuring alot of fuel consumption. and we only used 3/4s of a can. This thing is the cats meow!!! Light weight inexpensive, fuel savvy, it packs anywhere, its easy to use and maintain, and it looks cool as s@%T. I could kick myself for carrying a coleman 501 around for so long!!!

This simple canister fuel stove proves that simple is usually better. It boils water quickly, is fairly quiet and weighs under four ounces and packs small enough to fit in your parka pocket. Maybe that's how it got its name. It requires no maintenance. Remove it from it's plastic box, screw it on your canister, put a match to it and you're cooking. The only minor drawback is stability. A small "footprint" for a large pot of water requires some thoughtful placement, but common sense takes care of that problem. Simmering is not it's strong suit, but I don't simmer my freeze-dry chili with beans. I cook them. Bottom line--this is an excellent, nearly weightless, budget canister stove that is bomb-proof. For a weight-savvy backpacker, it works well.

This thing is really good and clean burning. It will boil water super fast. I would not suggest using it in cold weather though. When the canister is cold it does not have good pressure and you won't even be able to light the stove. If you use it in the winter keep the fuel in your sleeping bag so you can make your food in the morning without having to shove a cold metal fuel canister down your pants first... trust me...

I use this stove with the GSI Dualist (which makes for an awesome combo) and I couldn't be happier. While it does take some time to boil up some water,its serves its purpose well light, efficient, and cheep PLUS NO PRIMING. If your worried about using iso-butane in winter don't be. It works just fine in the cold, but for safe measure you can always just throw it in the bottom of your sleeping bag.

I've owned my pocket rocket since the summer of '03 and it still works great! I took it on a 50 mile canoe trip to the boundary water right after I got it and it performed flawlessly. There's nothing to prime. All you do is screw it onto the bottle turn it on and light it, and thats it! Great product

First of all, there is no perfect stove for every situation, but for only $39 and weighing a mere 3 oz., this is a great buy. I've used it extensively on long trips such as the John Muir Trail for 13 days. I've had zero issues.

Do not buy this stove if: 1) you will be using it near or below freezing. Propane/butane fuels do not work well at that temperature so you really should be buying a white-gas stove such as a MSR Whisperlite. 2) you are hiking in other countries where it is hard to find and purchase fuel canisters. Again, choose the white gas stoves. 3)If you plan to cook grand gourmet meals on the trail and require perfect heat regulation. I just boil water and add it to a Mountain House freeze dried meal so temp regulation is not needed. 4) you must have a piezo electric starter. Folks those things are a gimmick to charge you more and are just waiting to break. You should have a lighter and/or matches anyway. 5) Your primary use is for car camping or tailgaiting. Get a Coleman dual burner propane stove. 6) You are an ultralightweight hiker. Although this stove is lightweight it may be too heavy for some, but not all, ultralightweight hikers. Yes, the Snowpeaks are lighter (and more expensive) but ultralightweight hikers typically choose homemade white gas beer can stoves, Esbit fuel stoves, and woodburners. They typically weigh less than an ounce. 7)You must have the most efficient, fastest stove and you will be camping in windy adverse conditions. You may want to consider a MSR Reactor or Jetboil. 8)You tend to cook with cast-iron skillets. Again, gourmet campers should look elsewhere. A 3 oz stove doesn't make sense when you are bringing a 10 pound skillet and a rolling cooler of food. 9) Your base packweight is 60 pounds or more. It is apparent that weight is not a consideration for you so why are you buying a 3oz stove? 10) You want one stove that can do everything all the time and isn't affected by temperature or wind, is superlight, supercheap, superstable, superfast and you live in a fantasy world. Understand the limits of the various types of stoves and figure out what type of backpacking you will be doing, and want type of backpacker you are, before selecting one. This is a great stove and hopefully it work out for you!

Reliable, proven, easy to use. Easy to control the flame level, and quite powerful for boiling impressively quick. highly recommended cannister stove.

I've owned two other MSR stoves, one for windy winter camping, one for the summer, and this one beats them both out. It's a very good "in between stove" for camping, climbing, adventure racing (I've used it for all three), when the weather isn't so bad, because this stove isn't made for windy conditions. Trying to use it at midnight during windy fall weather and you'll just end up pissed. BUT, bad weather aside, this stove is perfect. It's got a great boil time, totally lightweight, very adjustable flame (some MSR products go full blast or nothing), and if you need a windscreen (if doesn't come with one), then just go by one, or carry some cardboard with you. Great for your first stove, great for summer camping, great for post ride espresso, great gift (only 40 bucks!).

Together with a 2L MSR Titan pot, this little stove can cook a lot of food! We never had any problems with stability; we just made sure that the the pot was at least somewhat centered over the stove. For foods that required heat distribution (like bacon), we just moved the pot over the flame a bit; the flame packs quite a punch and does the job quickly. We just bought an MSR Titan Kettle to add to the mix. All the pieces nests together nicely. We went camping with friends, some beginners and some experienced, and *everyone* was impressed with the Pocket Rocket's size, weight, speed, and ease of use! The other stove that our friends had packed never saw the light of day.

This is a tiny lightweight backpacking stove. It comes in a little case that can be shoved into your backpack with no worries. It's compatible with iso canister fuels. It's simple to use; light a match, turn on the gas, and you're good to go.

I love this stove and have never had any problems with it, but I would probably consider the Snow Peak Giga Power Stove with Piezo as an alternate if I were to buy another. It's similar in size, the pot supports are a little more sturdy, and matches are not required (bring them anyway!).

This little thing can quickly be tossed in to any gear bag and quickly boils water or heats up cans of soup. The elements cool down relatively quickly which is nice. Build quality is top notch and this little thing should last forever.

I used this guy nearly every day for 125 from temperatures ranging from 15-80 degrees, and it never failed me. Sometimes, depending partly on the fuel brand, in the cold, it would be a little slow and you wouldn't get that WOOOOSH noise that it makes, but its still effective. There are no problems with it now, even after all the use, and I will continue to use it for future endevors. great product

lightweight, fits inside of my 28oz cooking pot, works well and wasn't terrible expensive! I enjoy it

With this stove, you get everything you pay for. Its cheap, lightweight, and easy to use. The only thing I don't care for is that it can be difficult to light/use in windy areas. Recently, I had a hell of a time trying to warm up my tea while atop Mount Iwatesan. Due to the stove design, a windshield could cause the fuel canister to overheat. Some of the new self-contained systems, i.e. Jetboil, seem like they'd be better for the lone adventure-traveler (although you pay more).

A good stove. Super small but really only good for boiling water. It puts out a really small flame but it takes up no space and its super cheap as far as stoves go.

Someone looking for something small, quick, fast, basic and reliable this would be a great option. It's able to hold a wide variety of pans and does a great job quickly making water boil. It's about the simplest and easiest thing to use. I love it for being small cheap and convienient.

This comes with me on every backpacking trip. Its affordable, lightweight, and cheap. This thing has stood up to many backcountry trips. If you dont want to pay for a jet boil get this.

First off in my experience MSR is by far one of the most trust worthy brands next to Arcteryx on the Market. secondly the Pocket Rocket is awesome. first bought a few years ago to replace a older stove, the rocket is easy to use and great for light wait weekend or 3 to 4 day use. would avoid exposing to allot of wind while cooking (i have had to re light a few times). the Plastic casing makes for secure storage that takes virtually no room in lid pocket of pack. cleaning product is also a breeze. over all small, light wait, and trusty stove to take anywhere

Great back-up stove for those days when you go deep into the wilderness or up high where a stove could make the difference between life or death. Lightweight and compact. Not a simmer kind of stove...this thing cooks! make sure you have a stable platform for fuel canister as there isn't much to keep a pot on board!

i love my pocket rocket! probably not the best for gourmet cooking, but when it comes to quickly boiling water and packing down to an incredibly small/lightweight size, there's nothing better. Crank it up full blast and it really does sound like a rocket--i've not used any other canister stoves so i can't really compare the volume, but it doesn't really bother me.

Very nice stove for backpacking! I have a full and detailed review on my blog at http://www.kingofdiamonds1.blogspot.com Im sure this will help you out if you are thinking of purchasing this stove. Lots of pics and details. ENJOY!

I don't agree with reviews that point out low performance in cold temperatures. Maybe they are leading expeditions in Antarctica. I don't need to measure my external temperature in Kelvin and I have never had any problems using this in singe digit temperatures. I just got a snow peak Titanium 700 pot for my water boiling and the pair could not be lighter or more effective. When I have tried to simmer rice I have experienced the hot spot. You have to have the valve almost closed and stir constantly to simmer rice without burning. Works better with the cup style pots. I used mine with the MSR fuel at first but recently switched to the gigapower and experience better performance. Plus the snow peak fuel nests inside the 700 pot with the pocket rocket! I have had my stove for over 6 years without issue.

This is one of those things I always carry in my pack - sometimes I need it, and most times I don't, but with the weight vs. usefulness, it's always worth having.

This stove most literally fit's its name. It packs up into an included carrying case that you could easily throw into your pocket. On a warm day with little wind, this stove is the most effective for its weight and/or price. Performance decreases drastically, however, if it's windy, and it will sometimes even blow out half of the burner. Not a good choice for the side of a mountain face, or any winter sporting.

Seriously, it fits in your pocket and weighs practically nothing. I've been using this for about 5 years and can't complain, great quality. Then again, I like to keep it simple. That said, don't go chucking that 2 foot wide, 20 pound, double burner Coleman your parents gave you and replace it with this, if your not prepared for simplicity.

ive owned this stove for about a year now. have been gearing up for the AT next year. never used a stove like this and weighed the pros and cons of what stove to go with (butane, white gas, alcohol, etc.) then I almost got a particular coleman stove but Backcountry was out of em so I go this one and after a year later looking at all the reviews and hype still coming from this stove I am glad I got it. I have used it many times in the backcountry over the last year and it has never failed me. Ive never tried it in any cold extremes but I recently fired it up in Kansas where the wind gusts are constant and this thing never once sputtered or acted like the wind was phasing it. all in all it may have taken an extra 60 seconds to boil my ramens...geez...I was amazed...the wind carried away my make shift windscreen but the pocket rocket kept on boiling and never missed a beat. as everyone points out it is economic, efficient, conservative, and convenient!!!!

This stove is absolutely amazing. It is super small, super light, and really reliable. I have been using it for the past few years on trips of up to five people, and have not needed anything else. It boils water really quickly, simmers well, and lasts a long time on a single canister of fuel. Definitely buy this stove!

This is a great stove for anyone getting into backpacking. It is easy to work with (basically just connect it to a fuel can and light it), it is cheap in the shortrun (in the long run a white gas stove is cheaper, you can buy a gallon of white gas for the same price of two little 4 oz bottles), it is extremely light weight (and small!), and it burns without making all of the cooking equipment black with soot. This is the best summer stove that I've used.

I've only used it once, but it seems to be a really great stove, very easy to use and it has a ton of heat.

For the simple backpacker, you can't beat the Pocket Rocket due to its size, ease, and weight. It takes any kind of canister fuel and lighting is as simple as screwing in the canister, holding a lit match over the burner, and turning on the gas. I've used it in temps ranging from the 20s to the 100s and it has never given me a problem. When it is super cold or very windy I make an improvised wind shield with aluminum foil to keep the heat in and that is about the extent of the maintenance. Make sure the stove is very level or a pot/pan may slide off and I wouldn't recommend it for a long backpacking trip unless canisters are readily available. Other than that, it is perfect for short excursions and trips where pack space/weight is an issue and/or you don't want to mess with a white gas stove.

I'm a touring cyclist and have used this stove for 3 years. Have looked closely at the multifuel burners, but stick with this one for its simplicity, reliability, and portability.

The larger cannister will last 2-3 weeks with careful use. They don't want you using a wind screen for fear of overheating the cannister, but it really is essential for maximum performance. I just use a piece of heavy aluminum foil around 3 sides, and monitor the temp of the cannister.

For longer trips, the cannisters can be mailed ahead for pickup. Sometimes required as they can be hard to find outside major sporting goods stores.

A standard butane lighter will fit in the neat triangular carrying case.

My friend had a rocket pocket and it worked well so I bought one. Handy case makes it easy to store and protect.

An awesome little stove that is practically a jet engine...very reliable so far. My only gripe is the stability of the unit...seems a little bit wobbly on full size skillets/frypans but i guess that is to be expected. Nice hard case too, pretty sturdy. Also the fuel can be found in just about any sporting goods store... A great buy for a backpacking stove!

Amazing stove. Other reviewers represent it well. Quite simply, I don't know how it could be any better. Easy 5 stars, every overnight hiker should own one, if not multiple pocket rockets.

I've used this stove several times now. It boils water fast and is very lite. It fits inside my pot easily and I'm fairly sure the fuel canister wont leak. This stove is intended for boiling water only, forget it if you're trying to simmer or cook anything. Overall very solid product, easy to use, fast, small and lite.

I've used it for 3 seasons now and haven't had a single issue with it. Works as intended, and has a great name. =)

I've had my stove for over 5 years now. I do a ton of desert and mountain backpacking. The pocket rocket has never let me down. It's so light and compacted it can be easily stored in a water bottle pocket on a pack. In the winter it works well, just as long as the fuel stays warm. If it's cold enough it will sputter, but that's not the stoves' fault.

This is a fine little burner. It is light weight and provides enough heat for just about any "normal" camping meal. While you wouldn't think it, this stove is fairly stable (level surface is the key). It's no old school Colman camping stove, but it is more than adequate for a small group (2-4) on a camping trip. Heating is uneven (mainly in the center of the pan/pot), but if you are good with cookware this isn't an issue.

This stove is good. I used it on the 100-mile wilderness at the northern terminus of the AT. Two could get by using it if dishes were prepared in shifts. It is easily affected by wind, but this is a solvable problem except in extreme circumstances. Boils water fast. One 8-oz canister lasts a while. I only used one for the trip. That was boiling water at least twice a day and sometimes three times for 8 days. Light, durable and compact. A good stove.

This stove is awesome. The size and weight make it excellent for the minimalist. Its functionality and efficiency are stellar. I've used it in all conditions and it works great. I don't understand why any one would pay big bug bucks for another stove when the pocket rocket is so cheap.

We bought two for total luxury...you have to carry the fuel anyway and they're so light. It was the best call I ever made, these stoves are fast, light, and easy to control.

I've been backpacking for over 40 years and have used so many different stoves, I can tell you, this is a great system!

thanks for the review Martha Stewart and sorry it messed up your recipe's- now a review for the men. It boils water fast - team with a titan kettle and you have a tried and true system total weight 7.2oz not at all shabby. I don't time my water I just know it's quick. Plus this stove feels solid despite its weight. The pocket rocket must have served up countless amounts of coffee, noodles, and mountain house quickly efficiently and dependably.

Yes the Rocket rules. Great little stove. I use a titanium 24 oz,(3-cup)pot on top of the stove, and this thing boiles H20 faster than you can tear the top off your next dinner or breakfeast.Have Packed it in from Alaska to So-Cal and inbetween,and I have never had a problem. Excellent product !!!

truly the most bang for the ounce, i would recommend the pocket-rocket to anyone intending on fastpacking solo or backpacking with a small group. it stays lit in a storm and boils water very quickly. i would not recommend it for simmering or cooking large amounts of food... there are better choices for those applications.

Took it camping for a few days fulfilled all my expectations. Boil time was effected by wind as camping on top of mountain. Just need to find a rock or place out of draft. Very happy with purchase.

Great little no frills stove, but you don't need many frills. My cheap pan was sliding off this stove the first time I used it, but three uses in the stove had nicely weathered the bottom of the pan a bit and it was solid. You may want to look for a pan with a ridged bottom to avoid sliding, but it doesn't seem to be a big deal. I use a 1.25 qt, short pan and it works great.

I was so happy to backpack for 5 weeks with this stove. So light! So easy to use! Such a relief to not have to poor alcohol into a fussy stove after a long day! The fuel canisters lasted WAY longer than we thought they would, especially if you cook on a lowish setting and use a windbreak/heat reflector. 4oz canister made a boiled dinner and coffee for 2 people for about a week. 8oz lasted us almost 2 weeks!

This thing is tiny! I love it! Lights easy with a moderate breeze kicking around, boils water super quick, weighs nothing...awesome! There are lots of options for stoves out there, but the simple design and ease of use of the Pocket Rocket makes it perfect for pretty much any trip to the woods.

This thing is so light and easy to use, you'll be taking it along with you on your day-trips and eating gourmet while your buddies (or siblings) eat freeze dried fruit and jerky. You can always fit this guy in. Heats quickly, cools quickly to pack up, easy simple design. Take it everywhere.

So if you are looking to pack light and still retain big boy stove status look no further! This stove is super small and easy to pack but man o man does it put out! This thing is great for anyone trying to pack light or even just trying to save room in their pack. I would definitely rec this to anyone looking for conveniently sized and effective stoves. Boil time can be effected by wind but it's not very hard to shelter this thing, it's tiny.

I love this little tool. It is hard to ask for much more in a backpacking stove. Its tiny, reliable, light weight, easy to use, and affordable. I don't think there is much more that needs to be said. Its sweet, get one.

Nice little stove. Arms get a bit flimsy over time. Have had mine for over 5 years and no problems. Comes with hard case.

This thing rocks. I have a Whisperlite International as well, and I think I like this one better if you're somewhere you can get the fuel bottles.

It's super lightweight, easy to light, and I like the temperature control -- no more burning the crap out of my food.

A great buy for a classic stove

I wasn't expecting much from this stove before I used it. But I was pleasantly surprised when we used this stove on an ultralight fastpack trip. For the $ this is a great stove and handled all of our cooking/water boiling with ease. We made our own wind screen from a double layer of heavy duty aluminum foil and that solved our wind problems. Easy to use and light to carry.

I had This stove for just a few months until I broke it on day 2 of a 10 day backpacking trip. If you try to cook anything more then a half gallon of water on this when the supports heat up they will bend easily. Also the "Simmer" function on this is a joke, it really only has 2 levels: off and surface of the sun. It is good for boiling water but try to make a pancake or anything too solid at it will end up burnt. Better choice for the same style are the Primus Micron or the
Snowpeak Giga Power Stove.

Until I purchased the Pocket Rocket Stove, I struggled with the MSR WhisperLight for many many years. I can't believe I waited this long to upgrade. This new stove ROCKS the F#**in' house! Now I have time to sit an enjoy a cold one instead of playing games with the old Whisperlight.

Awesome! This stove is super light, durable (I have had mine for 5 years with no problem) and a quick way to get your boil on. I love it! The only downside is it does not have an auto-lighter. It is definitely not a winter use item but hey thats what car camping is for! If I was going to buy a new stove I would buy one with an auto lighter.

This stove is perfect for any food. I made Tuna and Pancakes very easily. The fact that you can control the heat makes this stove a great addition to any backpacking trip. The flame it puts off adds quite a bit of warmth as well.
A+++

youcant get more minamalist than this, just remeber you need to pack pans as well. great for that apololipse get up and go pack you keep ready for last min. adventures.