The single-burner butane stoves — the SPRK+ and the GS-3000 — are also noteworthy because the directions for use are printed right on the stoves. Such easy access to directions makes it incredibly straightforward for a new user to jump in and help out if needed. The Primus Kinjia also garnered top marks in this category because this is the only compact 2-burner we tested with a pre-attached fuel hose, so no fussing with screwing a metal adapter in place. It also comes with a unique stand to prop the fuel bottle up at the correct angle after you screw it into the hose. A benefit of this system is you can then set the fuel bottle in a different location as long as it’s in range of the hose.
One thing that made our lives much more relaxed on the camping trip was the heavy-duty wheels. They were a breeze to roll on any terrain, and the Have-A-Seat lid support was a great feature, adding extra weight when needed. The molded cup holders helped keep our drinks from spilling, and the telescoping coleman canopy handle easily allowed for compact storage when we reached our destination. As a cooler enthusiast, I’ve been using the Coleman qt Wheeled Cooler for quite some time now. This cooler has proven to be a reliable companion for my family during BBQ gatherings, camping trips, and beach outings.
And though the press-in lid creates a tight seal around the mouth of the tumbler, when the vessel is on its side, liquid seeps out from both ends of the sliding mouthpiece. This double-walled stainless steel tumbler didn’t keep beverages cold for as long as the RTIC Everyday Tumbler, but the difference wasn’t huge. Over nine hours, the Everyday Tumbler kept water 2 degrees colder than the Yeti Rambler. The lip of the mouthpiece coleman canopy gently slopes, to eliminate any splashing, and the MagSlider port cover smoothly glides open and closed. The press-in lid creates a seal around the mouth of the tumbler, and that cut some of the leakage when we knocked over the cup, but of all our picks, it did leak the most when this happened. The tumbler’s color coating is smooth and doesn’t feel too cold (or hot) to the touch, despite the temperature of the liquid inside.
In the windy test, boiling took 4 minutes 46 seconds, and in the windless test, it took 4 minutes 4 seconds. Camp Chef truly dominates in this category, with their Pro 60X averaging a time of 4 minutes 46 seconds, with two 30,000 BTU burners. One thing to note is that the Pro 60X boiled water significantly slower in the windy test — taking 5 minutes 40 seconds — whereas it took 3 minutes 53 seconds in the windless test. This owes, in part, to the stove having fairly minimal windscreens and a wide gap between the cooking grate and the burners. The Rambler currently costs more per ounce of capacity than our other picks, and it includes just one type of lid. If you also would like a straw lid, you’ll have to pay another $10—and that lid doesn’t have a rubber gasket around the straw opening, to keep the straw from sliding around.
However, Amana provides excellent consumer information on its website along with third-party financing options and a dealer locator to make finding its products easy. Goodman air conditioners focus on smart home technology and controls, and its products contain factory-installed components for compatibility with programmable and smart thermostats and accessories. In the dog days of summer, there’s nowhere a dog—or person—would rather be than in front of the air conditioner, enjoying a pleasant breeze instead of the sweltering heat outside. Both the GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Pro and the Mountaineer are also noteworthy regarding their drip pans because you can easily scrub every aspect of the stove once you move the cooking grate out of the way. The Pinnacle is slightly more challenging to unhook and fold out the grate, but once disconnected, it is easy to clean. We love the simplicity of the Mountaineer because this stove doesn’t have a false bottom under which food scraps can get lost.
Our camping stove testing team is a solid crew of experienced car campers, foodies, and folks who love to play camp chef. After spending years bike-touring and traveling, Mary traded in her bike cleats and passport for climbing gear and a pair of climbing shoes. She has spent years dialing in her backcountry cooking scene, from deluxe multi-course car-camping coleman chair meals to prepping expedition meals for multi-week backpacking trips. This gal loves playing outside almost as much as she loves cooking outside. You’ll find her romping around the Western US, climbing cracks, and perfecting her backcountry culinary skills. When buying a Coleman Thermoelectric Cooler, there are several important factors to consider.
Some models also offer features such as a built-in LED light, USB charging ports, and a separate battery compartment for added versatility. Overall, the Coleman Thermoelectric Cooler provides a reliable and hassle-free way to keep your food and drinks cool while enjoying the great outdoors. One standout feature was the UVGuard coating, which protected the cooler from sun damage during my time on the water.
It’s also easy to grip with wet hands, so it’s a trusty poolside companion. This double-walled stainless steel tumbler kept beverages just as cold as two of our other picks, the Yeti Rambler and Stanley’s The IceFlow (but not as cold as the RTIC Everyday Tumbler). The Simple Modern vessel also kept hot drinks warmer for longer than our other picks. Of all the tumblers we tested, the 24-ounce Simple Modern Classic Tumbler offers the best combination of performance and value. We revisited 1989 to bring back our popular KoolTunes, a Playmate with built-in speakers — the party-perfect cooler! Another downside I’ve experienced is the lid leaks ever so slightly when the cooler is stacked on top of other items, like a blanket or even other coolers.