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Summary: These basic and lightweight stoves burn wood, hexamine tablets, white fuel and gas canisters with one nozzle. They're popular in colder temperatures, but they're noisy and don't have a simmer control.

Some multi-fuel stoves are hybrids, able to burn multiple kinds of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal, for instance, takes both white and isobutane fuel in its canisters.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova is a multi-fuel stove that can be used with a variety of liquid fuels. It has a quick priming burner, self-purging aluminium pump and precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and large spreading legs make it a solid stove that can be used on hard ground. This makes it an ideal stove for group backpacking base camps, kayaking, and arctic camping.

The Optimus Nova is different from other stoves with liquid fuel which have issues with unburned fuel lingering in the fuel line or the nozzle. This can be fixed by simply flipping over the bottle. The intake hose is then removed from the fuel, forcing it to draw in air, which extinguishes the flame and depressurizes the bottle.

This is an ingenious solution to an old problem and it's a good one. The Nova can be used with a variety of regular fuel bottles that are sealed with an o-ring. This includes MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for spares, tools, lubricant, and the fuel pump.

This is an excellent all-round stove for backpacking use in the UK especially for trips where a variety of fuels is necessary. The price is reasonable when compared to canister stoves with similar capabilities. Furthermore the Optimus Nova is easy to maintain and a pleasure to use.

Kovea Hydra

Since 2010 since 2010, the Kovea Multi Fuel Stove has become a popular choice among backpackers. It isn't as popular UK backpackers pay it much attention nowadays maybe because they've gotten caught up with better known brands or whatever the latest lightweight stove from China or Korea is, but it doesn't mean the Hydra does not have its merits.

It's a small and light stove, burning all liquid fuels, including white gas and propane butane with a single nozzle. It's a typical stove design, with a burner bell bolted to an aluminum body that is anchored by three fold out support legs. The pump is on the top of the fuel line and the generator loop runs around the inlet, and the flame spreader sits above the inlet. The burner is a slow-moving flame type. This means it is less affected by the wind.

It is a very versatile little cooker because it can be used with propane canisters or isobutane. It is easy to simmer with isobutane as well as propane and burns all fuels at a reasonable rate. However, when using white gas the stove can be a little slower.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English, but they were clearly not written by native English speakers. The instructions caution against the use of certain kinds of lighter fluid that, if misinterpreted as what was intended, could result in an accident that would land Kovea in a lot of legal hot water. That said that any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas canister made by a reputable brand should work just fine.

Primus OmniLite Ti

Primus Omnilite Ti can be an excellent option for those looking for a multifuel cooker that can cook with a variety fuels. It can be powered by gasoline, petrol/gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, and diesel fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type and also allows to alter the size of the flame which is a wonderful feature. This stove also has an fuel line that is flat on the ground and is easily connected to the tank.

While the Primus Omnilite is a fantastic stove, it will require maintenance to ensure that it functions properly. In particular it is prone to flare when priming which can be a bit risky. This is a common issue with all stoves with liquid fuel that utilize a secondary spindle throttle on the stove's end to vaporize fuel, instead of the generator coil.

Another issue is the fact that it requires different jets for each kind of fuel. If you are cooking using kerosene, the jet hole will be smaller than if you were using gas. It's not a major issue however it's something to be aware of.

MSR Whisper Light

The MSR Whisper Lite is one of the lightest, slimmest and most affordable multi fuel stoves. It is also simple to repair in the field. It can run on either canister liquid gas or fuel and includes attachments for both. The new model is lighter by 10% than its predecessor, and the burner system has been redesigned to improve heat distribution. It's perfect for beginners or backpackers with a budget.

It takes a bit of time to set up, prime and boil water, but the whistler Lite is a reliable camp stove that will not disappoint you. The flame is extremely strong when turned to the max and can boil a liter of water in two minutes or less. The only downside is that it doesn't simmer like other stoves.

MSR created the Dragonfly to be a more capable burner. It has a similar design to the whistler, but it's smaller and has more performance. It's not as inexpensive as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative that offers a similar setup for less than half the cost. Whisperlite International and Universal can be utilized with isobutane. The same design is used in both, however the Universal version can also be used with canister fuel as well.

Coleman Sportster II

It's a simple and basic Coleman stove that can do the job. It's compact, self-contained, and solid with the tank on the bottom and the burner on the top. This makes it simple to use and an excellent option for backpackers, beginners who are looking to cut down on weight and for those of us who like to keep an extra or two in the van.

It is designed to burn Coleman's exclusive fuel (naptha gas, also known as white gas), this stove can be used with unleaded gasoline as well. This option will save you money since one gallon of gasoline could last as long as the standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder.

Liquid fuel stoves have a learning curve, as you'll have to properly pressurize and prime them before you can create a beautiful blue flame. If you do it wrong the fuel could spill out, splash beyond the burner, or even explode. To get the hang of this do some practice outside before you go on your trip.

This stove does give up some performance or flame odor efficiency when using non-coleman fuels but this is a trade-off in exchange for the added flexibility it offers. Make sure to purchase unleaded gasoline and not something augmented with methanol or ethanol (alcohol). This is because these kinds of fuel can cause the unit to degrade, leak, sputter and possibly even explode!

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko Multi Fuel Stove from South Africa is an ultralight multifuel engineered for harsh environments like Africa. It's a compact, solid stove that can burn gels, solid fuel tabs and alcohol using only one nozzle. It's a light minimalist design that is priced less than other multifuel stoves and also offers low ownership cost with fuel being less expensive per liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves use an individual nozzle for each kind of fuel. This makes them difficult to change in cold weather or using gloves and can add to their weight. The newest models of multifuel stoves have come up with a way to use the same nozzle for different fuels, making it simpler. The newer versions of these stoves are known as 'hybrid' or "compressed multifuel stoves'. there are many names for them such as isobutane canister fuel white gas, kerosene, and unleaded car petrol/gasoline.

A multifuel stove kit is available to convert your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. These are available at camping stores that specialize in outdoor equipment and can be bought internationally. They are a good option for Trangia enthusiasts and are capable of burning all liquid fuels, with the exception of diesel and if equipped with the right accessories can even simmer.