MSR WhisperLite International Stove

I have owned my stove for 4 years. I have had it deep in the woods and even used it in my back yard. I have had no problem getting it going in the weather from -15 to 90 degrees. Even on rainy days. I like that I can break it down completely to clean or service it. It also packs very light and small.

I've been using mine for years without complaint. Simmers well once you use up some fuel, just keep the pressure low. The lid from a coffee or tuna can helps a lot. From the Long Trail, to the Nicolet National Forest, to that really cool quarry outside North Andover, this stove has never let me down. I don't think it ever will.

I've used the WhisperLite International frequently for over a decade (the same stove). Even the plastic pump has held up well over the years (which is something considering it spends its life in gasoline). Recently, it started sputtering, but a quick refurb with the maintenance kit (o-rings, needle, and wick) and it was as good as new. The shaker jet keeps the nozzle nice and clean while you hike, and the steel-braided wick pulls out for a quick field-cleaning of the fuel-line. Even the design is reliable. I never have to wonder if a canister is running low or if it will be too cold to use a canister at all. It is a little tough to learn all the intricacies of getting it started, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes second nature. The only bummer is that it doesn't simmer. It's just not designed for it. You can try double boiling, using a thicker pan, or raising the pot, but that's just inefficient. Just keep stirring.

Good stove for high heat needs. It is also very durable and reliable. Having to prime can be a hassle but once it's going there's no stopping it.

This is one the stoves I've been using for winter activities since 2003. It is as reliable as the sun rising every morning. It is hot, lightweight, has multi-fuel capabilities, & now with the new MSR fuel pump, simmers even better. Also WhisperLite is appropriate for the name. It's almost as quiet as a canister stove. (As it is with all stoves, remember to burn/field test & check all rubber O-rings prior to leaving on your trip!)

I have had this stove for about 6 years and have no need to replace it yet. The only lacking feature is not being able to simmer easily. But then I only eat rehydrated food and coffee when hiking so don't need to simmer anyway. It boils water really fast. I have found that 100ml/person/day is about right for white gas. Don't be put off by the ignition process. Just let out enough fluid to soak the wick, no more. Then angle the stove so the flame directly heats the fuel tube and your good to go. I found it didn't work with diesel. Fits inside the MSR 1.5L pot.

Far superior to my old Svea, but still more trouble than a canister stove. Gasoline is scary, nasty stuff and my Whisperlite hasn't seen much use in recent years.

I've used this stove from the southern tip of South America to northern Alaska. It works well with all sorts of fuel - from petrol to kerosene to white gas (best). It can get finicky sometimes, but all you have to do is clean it out - which you can do in the field - or even just shaking it can do the trick. It boils water fast and works best when you need a lot of heat - it doesn't simmer very well in my experience. Get this stove if you're going to be at high altitudes, cold temperatures, or where you'll be using different types of fuel.

I've been using this stove for almost 10 years and have never been disappointed. I've used white gas and gasoline with and its always worked from sea level to 10,000+ feet of elevation. It requires some occasional maintenance, but thats the price you pay if you use the same piece of equipment frequently. I hope to use it for another 10 years.

It's noisy, cantankerous, borderline obnoxious, and miraculous, all at the same time. With this stove you'll almost never be able to simmer stew or have fondue in the shade of Mount Hood, but you will get a blow torch on a tripod that will boil concrete in about 15 minutes. I've had this stove for for years, and it has never disappointed, failed to cook a meal, quickly melt snow, or make cool baby jet engine noises. It’s easy to clean, packs small and light, and sets up on uneven surfaces. The MSR stove works, always, and without fail, no matter how poorly I treat it. Truly, the best stove running.

I have used this stove with Coleman Fuel only so far. Good points: It boils water quicker than I expected, even at 2000m altitude. It is very light and packs inside a pot easily. Not so good points: It is difficult to set a good flow for simmering without the flame going out. You have to explain to your camp-mates how to use it, even if they say they know how. You can get pretty big flames if you don't prime it right.

I have had this stove for several years now. It was given to me as a hand-me-down from my brother who said that the jet wasn't working. I cleaned it out and then noticed the shaker-jet and have had no problems with it since. I have used this stove for years in the High sandy desert of Southern Utah, and the high mountains in all 4 seasons. Not only is it light and packable, it's more efficient than canister stoves and you don't have to throw away your fuel container at the end. It also boils like a champ! So, if you're boiling water, in any condition, don't waste money now or later in fuel costs, buy this stove!

I've had this stove for several years now and have been very pleased with it. It is very light and packs up small in the included sack. The MSR fuel bottles are bomb proof and come in a large variety of sizes. I don't feel comfortable, however, giving it 5 stars for a few reasons. The first is the fact that it takes a considerable amount of time to prime the stove, and after a long hike in the dark it can be frustrating. The other reason is that in my experience it needs to stay very clean to function properly, and I've had to replace several parts for this reason. Like I said this is a good stove, but not a great one. If you are in the market for a new stove, go with the best and buy the Jetboil PCS for only $10 more,