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Review on Bisgear 17Pcs Camping Cookware Stove Carabiner Canister Stand Tripod Folding Spork Set for Outdoor Camping, Hiking, Backpacking - Non-Stick Cooking with Picnic Knife and Spoon by Shaun Bushey

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great deal with a few downsides to watch out for.

What a great offer! I've seen sets like this three or four times the price and they didn't come with a mini stove or cookware! I use it for camping with me and my partner. It boils water very quickly (5 minutes) and I love that the kettle has its own fire button as part of the design rather than requiring a separate lighter like some of the other competitors. Just a nice little detail. Nothing easier than that. It's small, compact and very simple. I can put anything and even two separate compressible panels on top of the bag for easier loading. But pans are about the size of a plate or bowl, so I often eat straight out of pans. It's small, though, and that's its appeal, but if you're cooking for more than two people, it's probably annoying. I cook a lot of ramen in it, and the standard square shape ramen are even a bit big for it, so I have to break them into pieces first. The reason I'm giving it four stars is because firstly: it says it doesn't stick and it doesn't look like it, which is a little annoying because it's more of a cleaning job. I was skeptical at first given the price. Another disadvantage is the design of the sponge and spatula. After only using them once, they smelled very strange even after being cleaned with soap. A few more uses and both got very moldy. The wood is difficult to dry or clean of all bacteria, and the structure of the sponge traps too much food debris and moisture. The sponge doesn't fit well even when dry because it's very hard, so it needs to be slightly damp, which makes mold inevitable. Not the smartest design considering they are stored in a small pot with a lid that seals in moisture. If you do, I would recommend getting a quick-drying, non-porous sponge/rag and a small metal or plastic collapsible spatula, or just look for another set of better quality utensils. However considering the price and most of the other options I would say overall I really like this set and would make a great addition to any hiker!

Pros
  • SPACE SAVING / EASY TO CARRY. All items of this cooking set can be stored together in a mesh bag to save space and easy to carry.
Cons
  • Long delivery time