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Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove
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Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove

Item # 784352

$160.00

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Cook up hot meals wherever your travels take you! The Primus OmniFuel™ stove operates on a wide variety of fuels so you can travel the world without worrying about finding a fuel source.

  • OmniFuel stove operates on isobutane canisters, gasoline, diesel, kerosene and jet fuel, enabling you to use the stove almost anywhere in the world
  • Adjustable flame boils water quickly or holds a steady simmer; compact, stable design is easy to carry and cook on
  • Includes an ErgoPump™ fuel pump for pressurization when liquid fuels are used; aluminum and composite materials keep the pump lightweight and durable
  • Built-in windscreen and heat reflector increase operating efficiency in windy, cold environments
  • Multi-tool and nylon stuff sack included; fuel bottle sold separately
  • Weight of liquid fuel stove includes only stove and fuel pump

This versatile stove burns most petroleum-based fuels including white gas, unleaded auto gas, diesel and kerosene, plus many pre-filled butane canisters including Primus, MSR and Snow Peak brands, all sold separately. Specifications supplied by manufacturer.
Please note: We cannot ship fuel-burning products to addresses in Japan or Korea.

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This item contains hazardous or flammable materials and is restricted to surface shipping only. Cannot be sent to Alaska, Hawaii, APO, FPO or international addresses.

Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove Specs

Specification

Description

Suggested useBackpacking/mountaineering/international travel
Weight (without fuel)15.6 ounces
Dimensions5.5 x 3.3 x 2.8 inches
FuelMulti-fuel/canisters
Average boil time3 minutes
Burn time (max flame)Unavailable
Water boiled per 100g fuelUnavailable
Ease of operationFair
Cold weather useUnavailable
Stove stabilityExcellent
Pot stabilityExcellent
Ability to simmerUnavailable

Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove Customer Reviews

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Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove
 
3.7

(based on 6 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Powerful (6)
  • Stable (6)
  • Compact (5)
  • Easy to light (5)
  • Easy to clean (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Backpacking (5)
    • High altitude (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (3)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist (4)

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    May

    19

    2009

    (3 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Works like a charm

    By jeventures

    from Nashville, TN

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy to Light
    • Powerful
    • Stable
    • Strong components

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Backpacking
      • Car Camping
      • High Altitude

      Comments about Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove:

      I own the prior version of this stove and it works like a dream. I choose this over MSR products because I hear the plastic parts on MSR pumps are guaranteed to break. The pump on the primus is metal, stout without being too heavy.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (3 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      26

      2009

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      Should come with a proper fitting tool!

      By Camping Squirrel

      from Anaheim, CA

      About Me Casual Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Compact
      • Great temperature control
      • Powerful
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Backpacking
        • High Altitude
        • Hiking

        Comments about Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove:

        I will update this review in the future in order to be fair to Primus.Upon receiving this Omni Fuel, I immediately changed the installed jetting for the canister gas, to the jetting for the white "Coleman" fuel.The specialized tool that comes with the Omni Fuel, is called a "Multi Tool", and is a lightweight, tool of different functions.Unfortunately, this Multi Tool was defective, as the deep socket, that takes out the jets, was not sized properly during manufacture...or the jets were not sized properly.What happened, is that there is "zero clearance" between the tool's socket and the jets. I get only 1/32 of an inch of contact between the socket and the jet...and at that, the tool must be PERFECTLY centered over the jet, and FORCED DOWN. It then is difficult to remove the jet from the tool's socket.Very bad when in the field, as the jets are very small items!I contacted Primus's US representatives about this, and they sent me new jets and Multi Tool. However, one of the jets they sent me was NOT for the Omni, but entirely different stoves,The Gravity, and the ETA MF.The new tool also would not fit either my jets, or the new ones that Primus sent me....Showing me that there is a seriously defective Quality Control situation over at Primus. The new tool that Primus sent to me DID fit the incorrect jet, with PERFECTION.So far, I have spent 30 days, and sent 8 e-mails, with more to come, to Primus's U.S. representatives, and been told that new Multi Tools won't be in stock for another 45 to 60 days.Primus stated that they would pull the Multi Tools from the warehouse, but they will not tell me the result of what they found. The last request I made of them, was would the send me another Multi Tool, and before sending it, check for proper fit with the jets before sending it?I made this request in two different e-mails, but Primus will not respond to my request. This tells me that they have verified this problem from the warehouse.I made a posting about this issue, on YouTube, where someone has an instructional video on the Omni Fuel. One respondent, from a foreign land...as he spoke in kilometers, verified that he has the same problem.If you buy one of these stoves, check for proper fitting of the tool's socket to the jet. My automotive sockets will fit this, but the weight gain is not what I am after.For [$] I expected high quality perfection. So far all I have is a hassle.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Nov

        11

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Terrible Quality & Product Support

        By IPA

        from Seattle, WA

        About Me Casual Adventurer

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy To Clean
        • Easy to Light
        • Lightweight
        • Powerful
        • Stable

        Cons

        • Hard to set simmer
        • No Product Support
        • Not for Novice Users
        • Poor Manual
        • Poor quality

        Best Uses

        • Returning for Refund

        Comments about Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove:

        I was first thrilled when I got this stove, but it didn't take long before extreme disappointment set in and I eventually returned it. This stove had everything I was looking for – compact, stable base, serrated pot rest, durable pump, multi-fuel and the option for canister fuel was a bonus. However, after using it I noticed too many cost saving short cuts on such an expensive stove that affected its quality. First problem was changing out the orifice nozzle for white gas. The primer cup covering the nozzle would not pop off. The tabs were wedged between the burner cup and outer shell. I had to pry it off with a screwdriver while squeezing the shell. Next problem, the tool they provided was too small to fit the orifice. Luckily, I had my own deep well metric socket that fit. When trying to fit the primer cup back on, the tabs again interfered with the outer case. After squeezing, bending and forcing, it finally rested on the burner cup but would not lock in place (more on that later). A simple slot in the outer case and curling the tab up would allow popping the primer cup without it falling off. Lighting was no big deal and unfortunately, I got a lot of practice re-lighting while trying to set the burner to simmer. It's very difficult to get the feel of where it cuts out. When you do get it reasonably set, the burner just goes out even in no-wind situations. From my experience with other stoves, I thought this was because the fuel bottle pressure was too low. As I was pumping, a blast of fuel vapors shot out from either the pump stem or side of the bottle (I didn't see for sure). Luckily, the vapor drifted away from the burner so I didn't wind up with singed knuckles. Packing up, I forgot about the primer cup fit and sure enough, it fell off requiring ten minutes of nose to ground search to find it. Too bad the manual can't be used for TP as that is all it is good for. If you've never set up or used a similar stove before, I don't see how you could set it up safely let along do maintenance on it from the instructions in the manual. There is a wind screen, but a novice would have no clue how to install it properly. I can see some poor sap installing it wrong and launching an overheated a fuel bottle. The listed factory web site is no help. Eventually found a link to a US distributor, but they do not even show this stove. I read about [...] problems and decided life is too short to pay so much money to have deal with this, so back it went.

        Service and delivery comments:

        Product was delivered promptly, on-time and in good condition.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        30

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Last stove you will EVER buy.

        By hitch-hyken

        from Truckee, CA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy To Clean
        • Easy to Light
        • Great temperature control
        • Lightweight
        • Powerful
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • High Altitude

          Comments about Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove:

          My stove is an older model with the flame adjustment at the end of the fuel hose, near the canister or fuel bottle. Appears to have moved closer to the burner. I've had my Primus since 1999, and it is bullet-proof. Lights when wet, and the adjustment is spot on. Usually my stove gets used by everyone at mealtime, its just so easy to use and very stable. The stove itself is very durable and also the steel braided hose has never kinked, even after repeatedly cramming it into my pack next to my bear canister. Spendy at [$]You only complain once about buying quality gear then, never again.

          • Gift:
          • Yes
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Nov

          5

          2009

           
          5.0

          Great stove

          By martynda

          from Denver, CO

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Easy To Clean
          • Easy to Light
          • Powerful
          • Stable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backpacking
            • Car Camping
            • High Altitude

            Comments about Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove:

            This is THE stove when absolute reliability and heating power and primary concerns. This stove has worked great all over the Colorado Rockies at high altitudes and extremely cold weather.

            It is a bit heavy and bulky for one person. However this stove is great for a group of 2-4 people for cooking and melting snow, so weight becomes a non-issue. This is definitely not a ultra light weight pocket rocket, but gas stoves don't work well and are not reliable in cold and high altitude.

            Read the instructions for lighting carefully and practice before you go out in the field to avoid flair ups. With enough practice, this can be easily lit within a vestibule.

            • What Is Your Gear Style:
            • Minimalist

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Nov

            1

            2009

             
            4.0

            Goes through everything

            By Go no stop

            from Everson, WA

            About Me Outdoor Professional

            Pros

            • Compact
            • Easy To Clean
            • Easy to Light
            • Lightweight
            • Powerful
            • Stable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • High Altitude
              • Hiking

              Comments about Primus OmniFuel Backpacking Stove:

              I have used this stove all over the North Cascades and it has never failed me. From warm summer nights at high altitude to cold fall down pours, this stove never misses a beat. The overall construction is excellent, from the steel braided fuel line to the distribution plate at the center of the burner.
              There is one complaint however. After a period of no use the fuel regulator sticks a little, but after a little torque you are back in business.
              I trusted this stove along the Pacific Crest Trail and it never hesitated. Its a great stove at a great price.

              • Gift:
              • No
              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Comfort Driven

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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