9 Best Camping Kettles 2023

GSI Outdoors – Halulite Ketalist

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The Halulite Ketalist Set by GSI Outdoors is a great solution to your hot beverage needs when out camping or backpacking. This handy set includes a bowl, mug and foon (fork and spoon combined) that stow neatly inside the kettle, making it a great choice for preparing dehydrated meals, as well as your morning tea or coffee.

The kettle has a one-liter capacity and weighs in at 5.8oz, with the entire set weighing a total of approximately 11oz. Made from hard-anodized aluminum, heat is rapidly and evenly distributed for reduced fuel consumption and faster boiling times. The kettle is also lightweight and abrasion-resistant, making it ideal for both car camping and backpacking.

Thanks to its easy-pour spout, this model is highly convenient and easy to use. The handle is hinged and locks upright into place, away from the heat, so you won’t risk burning your fingers. Note that the manufacturers recommend this kettle for stove-top use only.

Its one-liter capacity is plenty enough for a hot drink and a dehydrated meal in one fuel burn. The included polypropylene bowl and mug are both 14 fl oz and come with sip-it openings to reduce spillage. They also have low centers of gravity, making it easier to place them down on uneven terrain.

Easy to pack, lightweight and durable, this camping kettle and accessories are a great value for money buy that will easily make a hot drink for two, or a meal and a drink if you’re alone on the trail.

Esbit Kettle for Camp Stoves

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If you need more than one coffee to get you going, or tend to camp in a group, then you will appreciate the generous 1.4-liter capacity of the Esbit Kettle. Designed to be used on alcohol stoves, this camping kettle works great for both campsite and backpacking use with its low weight of just over six ounces.

Thanks to its hard-anodized aluminum construction, complete with a built-in heat exchanger, this kettle gets your water boiling fast. Not only does this save you time, but it also saves on fuel, making it an efficient and economical choice. If you’re out backpacking you can rehydrate a meal and make a hot drink in one go, meaning you can pack less fuel for a lighter load.

The included lid and wide shape means it has a larger surface contact area with your stove, further reducing heating times. The lid has a hinged handle, as does the kettle itself, which remains cool and upright when in use. The spout pours well for safer water transfer and less spillage.

This kettle has a good capacity and is lightweight enough to take out into the backcountry with you. It’s also good value for money given its solid, durable construction. The only real downside is its lid, which could fit more closely and tends to come off when being transported.

However, on the whole, this camping kettle is a good solid all-rounder that is definitely worthy of serious consideration.

LevelOne Collapsible Silicone Outdoor Camping Kettle

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Are you looking for a kettle for use down at the campsite? If you need one that packs up real small and weight isn’t an issue, then check out this collapsible silicone camping kettle by LevelOne.

This kettle has a capacity of around one liter, which is plenty for three or four cups. While its silicone body is less durable than hard-walled models, it does make it a great space saver. Combining an aluminum base with its silicone body and plastic handle, this camping kettle is designed purely for use with camping stoves where the flame will not surpass the base.

Although this kettle is a good choice for car camping, its fairly heavy weight of 16 ounces makes it unsuitable for backpacking. Shaped like a conventional home kettle, it is pretty easy to use and the spout pours accurately. The only issue is the lid closure, which can be a little fiddly to lock into place.

Although this camping kettle is nowhere near as durable, or as light, as some other models, its collapsible design has made it extremely popular. Priced at around the mid-market rate, it isn’t cheap; however, if you struggle to get all your camping gear packed, then this space-saving camping kettle could be just what you are looking for.

Fire-Maple Tea Kettle

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If you enjoy drinking tea on your car camping adventures, then this camping kettle by Fire-Maple makes an excellent choice. It even comes complete with a mesh tea infuser ball, so you can brew and enjoy loose teas in the great outdoors.

Designed to work with all camping stoves, this kettle has a generous 1.5 liter capacity and thanks to its hard-anodized aluminum body and built-in heat exchanger design, its heats up rapidly for more efficient boiling.

The handle is made from strong and durable stainless steel with a nylon coating that is ergonomically shaped to make it easier and safer to pour. Unfortunately, it can get pretty hot, so you might want to have a cloth or oven mitt to hand in your camp kitchen whenever you’re making tea or coffee.The handle folds down when not in use making it easier to pack.

While this kettle is designed to boil quickly and features a reduced wind interference design, at 10.8oz, it is a little heavy for backpacking, unless you’re traveling as a large group and splitting the weight of various essentials between you. The only other real downside is that the lid is fairly loose-fitting, so you’ll need to take care when pouring. It does, however, feature a small pull handle for easy removal.

On the whole, this sturdy camping kettle is a good buy if you’re looking for a durable camping kettle with a good capacity and a rapid boil time. While it’s not the cheapest, it should last for many years to come.

Primus LiTech Coffee/Tea

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The Primus LiTech camping kettle is a small but adequately sized model that makes a great choice for one-person camping and backpacking. It has a 0.9-liter capacity and weighs just 6.2 ounces, so whether you’re backpacking or car camping, it’s a good choice.

Made from hard-anodized aluminum, this kettle is designed for stovetop use. It is durable and easy to clean, while its folding handle helps to reduce bulk when you’re transporting it. At three inches high by six inches wide, this really is a compact little kettle, ideal when space is an issue.

Thanks to its low height and wide base, as well as its hard-anodized aluminum construction, this model heats up rapidly for a quick boil time. The lid helps to reduce energy use and features a small pull handle for easy removal. Unfortunately, it could be a slightly snugger fit. However, the main issue with this model is that the main handle grips tend to get very hot during use, so caution is needed to avoid burning your hands.

In spite of these slight drawbacks, this is nonetheless a great small camping kettle. Lightweight enough to carry out into the backcountry, it is also reasonably priced and solidly made. It would make a great replacement for your cooking pot to save weight out on the trail with dehydrated meals, as well as rapidly making hot drinks to warm you up on cold hikes.

MSR Pika Ultralight Aluminum Teapot for Camping

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If you’re looking for a well-designed camping kettle that is light enough for backpacking, as well as general camping, take a look at the Pika Teapot by MSR. Weighing in at just 5.2 ounces, this compact model has a one-liter capacity making it a great choice for individuals and couples alike.

Thanks to its wide, low design, measuring 3.5 inches high by 5.5 inches wide, this kettle is ideally proportioned for excellent heat exchange efficiency. Thanks to its hard-anodized aluminum construction it boils quickly, saving you time and fuel. Compact and durable, this kettle is definitely one of our top favorites.

Featuring a wide opening for easy cleaning, you can also use it to store your stove when you’re on the go, taking up less room in your pack and protecting your stove from rolling around your vehicle. The handle folds down too, saving extra space when storing and transporting it.

This model has been very carefully designed. It features a lipped, no-drip spout for precision pouring, that results in a steady, thick stream of boiling water – ideal for your pour-over coffee. While heating, the handle stays upright so it remains cool enough to handle.

Unlike lesser models, this camping kettle features a stay-put lid that secures into place when you’re pouring. It is also easy to remove once you’ve stood your kettle back in its upright position. This makes it much easier and more comfortable to use, as well as enhancing safety.

In spite of its excellent design, this model is not overly priced, coming in around the middle of the market. If you want a practical, no-fuss camping kettle that is lightweight and heats up fast for backpacking or regular camping, then we think this is one of the best models to beat.

GSI Outdoors Glacier Stainless Ketalist

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The Outdoors Glacier Ketalist by GSI is designed for use with all types of stoves and even open fires. It’s your best choice if you are looking for a highly durable kettle that will live up to the rigors of the great outdoors with frequent use. It comes complete with a polypropylene mug, bowl and telescoping foon (fork-spoon).

Made from a heavy-duty 18/8 stainless steel, this one-liter capacity camping kettle features a rust-proof finish that will look like new for years to come. Aside from its extra-durable exterior, its stainless steel construction also means it heats up rapidly with an even, controlled heat. This is speeded up even further by its wide base for an extra-efficient heat transfer that will save you time and fuel.

The folding handle helps to conserve space when you’re storing this model, and it can also be used to suspend it over your campfire. The included mug, bowl and foon stow away neatly inside the kettle itself, saving you more space and there’s even enough room inside for a 110g fuel canister too.

While this handy cookset makes a great choice for car camping at 14 ounces, it is a little on the heavy side for backpacking. The mug and bowl include sip-opening lids for less spillage, as well as low gravity centers so you won’t have to worry about setting them down on uneven ground. They are also insulated and they won’t stain or retain odors, for easy maintenance both at the campsite and on your return home.

If you’re looking for a highly durable camping kettle that can be used on your campfire, the Glacier Ketalist makes a great choice. While it is undoubtedly heavier than aluminum models, its heavy-duty, rugged construction makes it a solid choice that will serve you well for many years to come.

Snow Peak Kettle No. 1

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If you’re looking for an extra durable, small camping kettle that can be used over a fire or with a stove, then the Snow Peak Kettle No.1 is definitely worth considering. It is also one of the cheapest camping kettles in our reviews, making it excellent value for money, combining a low price point with a high-quality product.

With its 0.9-liter capacity, this model isn’t the largest; however, it’s enough for a drink and liquid for a meal for one or hot drinks for two. While it is a little on the heavy side at 9.2 ounces, you could conceivably use it for backpacking and wilderness camping.

Thanks to its heavy-duty stainless steel construction, this highly-polished kettle is both durable and corrosion-resistant. It also conducts heat rapidly for fast boil times. This camping kettle can be used with any type of fire – use the upper handle to suspend it over your campfire, or place it on your small camping stove. The handle folds away after use to save space when storing and transporting your kettle.

This model also benefits from a folding side handle. This makes pouring water much easier and the handle stays cool. The easy-pour spout allows you to empty the kettle completely with ease. And as it is dishwasher safe, it’s also easy to clean on your return home from the wild.

Aesthetically pleasing, highly practical and solidly made, this camping kettle offers impressive performance at a low price. If a few extra ounces aren’t a problem for you, then we highly recommend this excellent little model that has been designed to last a lifetime.

Snow Peak Field Barista Kettle

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The Snow Peak Field Barista Kettle is a luxury camping kettle with a substantial price tag to match. Both stylish and well designed, it’s ideal if you are looking for home-away-from-home comforts while camping or if you have high coffee standards.

Designed to accompany the two existing outdoor barista items by Snow Peak for a perfectly brewed coffee in the great outdoors; this camping kettle has been carefully designed to provide a precise and consistent pour over. It is also highly recommended for discerning tea drinkers too.

Made from a stainless steel and brass construction, complete with natural wood accents, this model takes a little longer to boil than some of the thinner walled kettles we have seen. Its higher standing shape is also less conducive to a faster boil. However, this kettle is extremely durable thanks to its solid construction.

One of the heaviest, weighing in at 19.05 ounces, this one-liter camping kettle is best reserved for car camping or where you don’t have far to walk to reach camp. Its handle is fully detachable for easy storage and it remains cool throughout the heating process, so you won’t have to worry about burning your fingers. The wooden handle on the lid also stays cool and is a nice touch that sets this kettle apart in terms of looks.

If you really appreciate a good coffee and want a camping kettle to match other elements from the Snow Peak Barista range, then this durable, beautifully crafted model makes a great choice. However, it’s three or more times the price of most regular camping kettles.

Therefore, for your average camping trip, you may prefer to purchase a regular-priced kettle and spend the extra money on a grinder and coffee drip. But this really comes down to your budget and personal preferences.