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Eureka Ignite Plus Review

This stove is pretty standard but does provide a large cooking surface and useful non-slip rubber feet for keeping it level
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Eureka Ignite Plus Review (The Ignite Plus is middle of the road for boiling water - very adequate but nothing mind-blowing.)
The Ignite Plus is middle of the road for boiling water - very adequate but nothing mind-blowing.
Credit: Penney Garrett
Price:  $160 List
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Manufacturer:   Eureka
By Mary Witlacil and Penney Garrett  ⋅  Nov 10, 2022
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RANKED
#6 of 13
  • Boil Time - 25% 6.0
  • Fuel Efficiency - 25% 6.0
  • Simmering Ability - 20% 7.0
  • Ease of Use - 15% 7.0
  • Portability - 15% 6.0

Our Verdict

The Eureka Ignite Plus is a well-built stove with a nice, wide cooking area and removable rubber feet for traction and leveling. It boils well, simmers nicely, and is super easy to care for. The windscreens are more of a square shape than many other models, which helps provide some extra width on top of the already generous footprint. Thick steel and metal latches round out the robust design, and the bright, fun color made our testers smile. We noticed a decrease in performance on windy days, and our right burner cooked hotter than the left, but overall this is a reliable stove. Nothing uber-special, but not a disappointment either.
REASONS TO BUY
Non-slip rubber feet for leveling
Large cooking surface
Durable metal latches instead of plastic
REASONS TO AVOID
Struggles with the wind
Not super powerful
On the heavy side

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Bottom Line Durable and generously sized, this stove is straightforward and has adjustable feet for uneven surfacesA high-performing stove that boils fast, resists wind, simmers well, and is easy to cleanA decent entry-level stove featuring a piezo igniter and a compact design, but with slow boiling and moderate wind resistanceThis budget-friendly, lightweight tabletop stove has a traditional match ignition and is suitable for simple meals but lacks simmering finesseAn absolute bargain, this versatile little stove cooks any single-pan or pot meal you task it with
Rating Categories Eureka Ignite Plus Camp Chef Everest 2X Coleman Cascade Cla... Coleman Triton Gas One GS-3000
Boil Time (25%)
6.0
9.0
4.0
6.0
3.0
Fuel Efficiency (25%)
6.0
5.0
7.0
5.0
2.0
Simmering Ability (20%)
7.0
9.0
8.0
6.0
7.0
Ease of Use (15%)
7.0
8.0
7.0
4.0
7.0
Portability (15%)
6.0
6.0
8.0
8.5
9.0
Specs Eureka Ignite Plus Camp Chef Everest 2X Coleman Cascade Cla... Coleman Triton Gas One GS-3000
Total BTUs 20,000 40,000 20,000 22,000 9,000
Number of Burners 2 2 2 2 1
Cooking Surface Dimensions 20.5" x 9.5" 21" x 9.5" 20" x 12" 17" x 9" 8.25" x 8.25"
Piezo Ignitor Yes Yes Yes Match Flame Yes
Measured Weight 12.0 lbs 13.97 lbs 9.71 lbs 8.01 lbs 4.1 lbs
Average Boil Time (1 liter of water, wind & no wind) 5 min 30 sec 3 min 21 sec 6 min 39 sec 5 min 37 sec 8 min 45 sec
Boil Time (1 liter of water, wind from a box fan) 6 min 15 sec 3 min 25 sec 7 min 56 sec 5 min 23 sec 13 min
Boil Time (1 liter of water, no wind) 4 min 45 sec 3 min 17 sec 5 min 23 sec 5 min 37 sec 4 min 30 sec
Cooktop Material Plated steel Nickel-coated steel Aluminized steel Crome plated grate Enamel Coated Steel
Packed Size 23" x 12.8" x 4" 27" x 15.5" x 8.25" 21" x 13" x 3.5" 20.75" x 11.75" x 4.5" 14" x 12" x 3.5"
Burner/Flame Diameter 3" 4.75" 3.25" 3.25" 2.875"
Distance Between Burners (center to center) 12" 12.25" 11" 7.5" N/A
Windscreen Yes Yes Yes Yes No
BTU per Burner 10,000 20,000 10,000 11,000 9,000
Type of Model Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop Tabletop
Fuel Type Propane Propane Propane Propane Butane
Model Number 2572195 MS2HP 2157477 2157352 GS-3000

Our Analysis and Test Results

The Ignite Plus is a straightforward stove with a few perks. It's nice and wide for campers with larger cookware, it comes with rubber feet so that you can get level on uneven ground, and it has a reliable auto-ignition system. It's a good stove at a fair price.

Performance Comparison


eureka ignite plus - easy to use with good performance, the ignite plus is robust and...
Easy to use with good performance, the Ignite Plus is robust and accommodating.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Boil Time


To evaluate power, design, and overall stove performance, we conduct two boil tests — one with wind, one without — and take the average between the two to rank each stove. The Ignite had an average boil time of 5 minutes 30 seconds, which was in the upper middle of the pack.

We may not be scientists, but we aim for consistent and reliable evaluations of all the products we review. To do this, we conduct our boil test “experiments” in our windless garage “lab” at 5,000 feet. In our windy test — where we subject the stoves to a constant 2-4 mph “wind” generated by a box fan — the Ignite took 6 minutes 15 seconds to boil 1 liter of 58°F water. It took 4 minutes and 45 seconds to boil in the test without wind. The 10,000 BTUs burners just aren't as powerful as some of the other models in our review. That said, the compact design helps it stay protected from the wind and ensures that it is relatively efficient.

eureka ignite plus - the windscreen on the ignite provided reasonable protection from...
The windscreen on the Ignite provided reasonable protection from wind, which is why it had an above average fuel efficiency and boil time rating.
Credit: Mary Witlacil

Fuel Efficiency


Beyond boil tests, we also evaluate each stove for fuel efficiency. To do this, we use a new fuel canister for each stove and weigh it before and after each boil test. The Ignite Plus consumed an average of 0.8 ounces of fuel or 5.02% over the windy and wind-less boil test. This makes it one of the most fuel-efficient tabletop stoves in our review. In the windy test, it consumed 1 ounce of fuel or 6.27%, and in the wind-less test, it used 0.6 ounces or 4% of the fuel canister. We were quite impressed with this stove's performance in this regard, which makes it a great option for anyone who wants to save money on both a stove and the fuel you have to buy to keep it going.

eureka ignite plus - the shape of the windscreen on the ignite plus gives some extra...
The shape of the windscreen on the Ignite Plus gives some extra width to accommodate larger cookware. While we appreciate this, the stove as a whole still struggles a bit on really windy days.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Simmering Ability


Simmering on the Ignite is enjoyable; the knobs have clear markings and a large range, making it easy to find your perfect setting. That being said, the combination of delicate cooking in the presence of some wind can be quite a challenge for this stove. We attempted to make some finicky pancakes in a large cast iron on a windy fall morning (a difficult test indeed!), and it was just too many things at once for this otherwise adequate stove. Dialing in the right temperature was difficult, as was getting the full width of our cast iron hot enough. Our food cooked slowly and unevenly, though the job did get done. In subsequent cooking sessions, performance was fine; just be aware this stove can only handle so many variables.

eureka ignite plus - in most scenarios the ignite did great, but delicate lemon poppy...
In most scenarios the Ignite did great, but delicate lemon poppy pancakes in a giant pan on a very windy morning really pushed the limits of this stove.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Ease of Use


Easy peasy! Setting this stove up is just like any other compact tabletop model with the addition of non-slip rubber feet. These get screwed on the base before your first use. After that, they only have to be adjusted if you need to alter the level of the stove on an uneven surface.

eureka ignite plus - the rubber feet on the ignite are an extra step, but they are an...
The rubber feet on the Ignite are an extra step, but they are an easy initial install and highly useful when you inevitably end up cooking on a bumpy rock or slopey picnic table.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Cleaning the stove is also a no-brainer: lift out the grate, wipe away the grime, replace the grate, close the lid. Done!

eureka ignite plus - if you can wipe a table you can clean the ignite. cleaning is easy...
If you can wipe a table you can clean the Ignite. Cleaning is easy, depending on how bad your mess is, of course.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Portability


The Ignite is wider than most of the other compact tabletop stoves in our review. This means you can use larger pots and pans, but it also means you'll need to sacrifice a bit more space and carry a little extra weight. At 23 x 12.8 x 4 inches and 11.96 pounds, this is on the large size for a compact two-burner. That said, the extra size and weight are marginal and will likely go unnoticed in a car packed full of camping gear.

eureka ignite plus - the ignite is on the wide side, but the extra space is nice when...
The Ignite is on the wide side, but the extra space is nice when cooking and it still packs up compactly and is easy and comfortable to carry.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Should You Buy the Eureka Ignite Plus?


The Ignite might be a reasonable option for you. With no competition, the price of this stove is reasonable for what you get — it boils relatively quickly, is relatively fuel efficient, and is easy to use. That said, it lacks the features and performance of other stoves in our review. When you consider that we received equally good performance from cheaper stoves and superior performance from only slightly more expensive stoves, then this one is hard to get excited about. We mean no disrespect, and if you end up with this stove, we think you'll be quite satisfied, but if you have the luxury of picking any stove on the market, then there are better ones to choose from.

What Other Camping Stoves Should You Consider?


If you are looking for something even gentler on the bank account that doesn't sacrifice quality, the Coleman Cascade Classic is a great option that performs solidly across most metrics.

eureka ignite plus - a lovely day out with the ignite plus.
A lovely day out with the Ignite Plus.
Credit: Penney Garrett

Mary Witlacil and Penney Garrett