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Soto Windmaster Stove

$149.99 NZD

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Fuel Efficiency

Weight

The Soto WindMaster Stove is a lightweight, high-performance canister stove engineered for optimal efficiency in challenging outdoor conditions. Its innovative design positions the cooking pot close to the flame, minimizing heat loss and enhancing fuel efficiency. The concave burner head acts as a built-in windscreen, ensuring consistent performance even in gusty environments. Equipped with Soto’s Micro Regulator technology, the WindMaster maintains steady output across varying temperatures and fuel levels, making it a reliable companion for backpackers.

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Weight

The Soto WindMaster Stove is designed with ultralight backpacking in mind. Weighing approximately 67 grams (2.3 oz) with the TriFlex pot support and 87 grams (3.0 oz) with the 4Flex pot support, it offers a balance between durability and minimal weight. Without any pot support, the stove itself weighs just 60 grams (2.1 oz), making it an excellent choice for those looking to reduce pack weight without compromising on performance.

Fuel Efficiency

Thanks to Soto’s Micro Regulator technology and the stove’s close pot-to-flame design, the WindMaster excels in fuel efficiency. It consistently uses less gas to achieve strong cooking performance, particularly in cold or windy conditions. This efficiency allows users to carry fewer fuel canisters, saving weight and space on extended trips.

Boil Time

The WindMaster delivers fast boil times, even in challenging conditions. In ideal settings, it can boil 500 mL of water in just over 2 minutes. More importantly, its performance remains consistent in the cold and wind, where other stoves slow down significantly—making it a top choice for backcountry reliability.

Wind Performance

One of the stove’s standout features is its exceptional wind resistance. The concave burner design acts as a built-in windscreen, protecting the flame and maintaining a consistent output. This makes the WindMaster one of the most wind-resistant upright canister stoves available, allowing for effective cooking in exposed alpine or coastal environments.

Useability

The WindMaster is user-friendly from setup to ignition. Its integrated push-button igniter works reliably, even in less-than-ideal weather. The interchangeable pot supports—TriFlex for ultralight solo trips or 4Flex for larger cookware—provide versatility and stability. Its wide burner head distributes heat evenly, helping to prevent hotspots and ensuring better cooking control.