Solo Stove Lite
Score: 72/100
Fire-Maple Fixed Star 1
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Fire-Maple Fixed Star FMS-X1 is a 1 L integrated canister stove system delivering 2200 W and 30% faster boils thanks to heat-exchange fins. Its trade-offs are a heavier package, higher fuel use, and a non-regulated burner that can be slower on low heat. Best for budget-conscious solo or duo hikers who value compactness and speed over ultralight weight.
The Solo Stove Lite is an ultra-light wood-gas stove that weighs only 272 g and burns natural twigs for fuel. Its low heat output and reliance on dry wood limit cooking speed and versatility. Best suited for solo hikers, ultralight backpackers, and survivalists who prioritize weight over rapid boil performance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 272 gbest | 511 g |
1best | 1best | |
— | 2,200 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9 minbest | — |
— | 3 yrbest | |
— | 30 %best |
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| Attribute | | |
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Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 272 g | 511 g |
Design(1) | ||
Construction Material | Double wall stainless steel | Aluminum |
General(1) | ||
Fuel Type | Wood | Canister |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Nylon stuff sack | Stove, canister stand, lid, cup, mesh bag |
Features(1) | ||
Fuel Compatibility | Wood | Most canisters except Coleman |
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No professional reviewer quotes were found in the search results; product pages position the Lite as the original ultra‑light wood‑gas stove emphasizing portability and gasification efficiency.
User‑generated content is not present, but FAQs and product descriptions highlight frequent praise for its ultralight weight, ease of packing, and ability to cook using free biomass, with no recurring complaints noted.
Professional reviewers commend the FMS-X1 for its all-in-one packaging, durable construction and the 30% efficiency gain from its heat-exchange fins, noting its strong 2200 W output and suitability for beginners. However, they also flag the non-regulated burner's slower 1 L boil times, the relatively heavy weight, and limited fuel canister capacity as drawbacks, especially for cold-weather or ultra-light applications.
Everyday users praise the compact nesting system, reliable piezo start and solid build, describing it as a great value for budget backpacking and everyday cooking. Recurring complaints focus on higher fuel consumption in wind or cold, occasional igniter failures, and the weight being a concern for ultralight hikers.
“extremely satisfied at a fraction of competition price.”
“will last years”
