Jetboil HalfGen Basecamp Camping Cooking System — Portable Camping Stove

Reader reviews

1. K Kevin Coady 5/5

   Fantastic for overlanding

   Great product and easy to pack for overlanding and camping. It would be even better if a folding wind block were included.

2. J julia bertelsen 5/5

   Solid system, highly recommended

   Excellent camping system—would highly recommend it.

3. T T. Martin 5/5

   Elegant and functional design

   Beautiful engineering — both attractive and extremely functional. A satisfying blend of form and performance.

4. J JollyRogers 5/5

   Stable platform with excellent flame control

   A bit pricey, but it performs well. I added the extra burner for coffee and use my Jetboil pot with the nonstick pan. The flame adjustment is far better than my old Coleman and it sits steady on a table while packing down compactly for my small camper.

5. J Jim Anderson 5/5

   Outstanding low-heat control

   I cook outdoors to keep smells out of the house and this stove’s turndown makes low simmering possible. My other two-burner won’t go that low, so this unit fills a gap and pairs well with my grill and smoker.

6. T Terrel C. 4/5

   Best stove I’ve ever used — one minor worry

   Incredible stove—light compared to my other kit and lets you cook real meals at camp. My only concern is the rigid gas pipe; it doesn’t always point where you need and feels fragile. Anyone know if there’s a hose accessory like Coleman offers?

7. T Tachandl 5/5

   A must-have for car camping

   Great flame control and cooks like my kitchen stove. I prefer a refillable growler for fuel to reduce waste, but the green cans work too. Folds away neatly in its case and you can link other Jetboil stoves to it. Worth the investment.

8. G GregB 5/5

   High quality with small footprint

   Bought for a pop-up camper where a two-burner wouldn’t fit. Igniter is excellent but a little awkward to access at first. Wide temperature range from low simmer to fast boil. Pan arrived with a factory scratch, my only complaint. Good bag, useful wind deflector, and great function for its size—would buy again.

9. A ASD 3/5

   Regulator threading feels low-quality

   The stove itself works fine, but the regulator thread seems poorly machined and is hard to screw onto the gas canister. The threads look too shallow and the material feels too thin compared with other fittings.

10. C Cynthia Berger 5/5

    Perfect for car camping

    Boils water fast and the control knob offers excellent heat regulation. Piezo ignition is reliable, pan cleans easily and the pour lip helps with drip-free coffee. Compact and durable—used daily for two months without issue. I bought the double for big groups, but this single works great for one or two. I keep a simple wind shield in the case to stiffen it. Always check and tighten the propane connection and remove the canister after use.

11. A Adam B Nevins 5/5

    Outperformed my kitchen range

    When we ran out of home gas I used this for a whole weekend—meals were easy and it outperformed other portable stoves I’ve tried. Very well made and reliable.

12. P Palm River Tao 5/5

    Too bulky for long hikes, ideal as a backup cooker

    Bought for a hurricane kit but already using it more—very solid build. The 9" nonstick pan cooks breakfast for two easily and I added the optional Dutch oven for soups and pasta. Runs on 1 lb propane canisters available at most stores. The whole kit fits neatly in a nylon case; a larger bag holds the Dutch oven too. Not for weight-conscious backpacking, but great as an extra burner for holiday meals or buffet-style serving.