REASONS TO BUY
Excellent simmering ability
Incredibly easy to use
Highly portable and lightweight
Dual fuel compatibility
REASONS TO AVOID
Very slow boil time
Low overall heat output
Lacks built-in wind protection
Awkward propane adapter storage
Gas One GS-3400P Review
A high-value option that is about as easy and versatile as a camping stove can be
Credit: Chris McNamara
By Chris McNamara ⋅ Founder and Editor-in-Chief ⋅ March 30, 2026
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Our Verdict
The Gas One GS-3400P is a highly portable, dual-fuel camp stove that is incredibly simple to use, making it a go-to choice for basic outdoor cooking. Weighing just 3.3 pounds with a small footprint, it offers a seamless, all-in-one solution—especially in butane mode with its convenient built-in auto-igniter. While its modest heat output makes it one of the slowest options for boiling large pots of water, it truly shines at simmering. Despite lacking a built-in windshield, it offers unmatched ease of use, exceptional value, and precise temperature control, making it perfect for quick tasks like brewing coffee or making ramen.
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| Rating Categories | Gas One GS-3400P | Nuwave PIC Flex Indu... | Duxtop 1800W Portabl... | ODSD 2 Burner | Gas One High Pressur... |
| Boil Time (25%) | |||||
| Wind Resistance (25%) | |||||
| Simmering Ability (20%) | |||||
| Ease of Use (15%) | |||||
| Portability (15%) | |||||
| Specifications | Gas One GS-3400P | Nuwave PIC Flex Indu... | Duxtop 1800W Portabl... | ODSD 2 Burner | Gas One High Pressur... |
| Total BTUs | 8,000 | N/A | N/A | 20,000 | 65000 |
| Number of Burners | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Cooking Surface Dimensions | 8.25" x 8.25" | 10" | 11.4" x 11.4" | 7.5" x 18" | 10" x 10" |
| Piezo Ignitor | Yes | N/A | N/A | Yes | No |
| Measured Weight | 3.3 lbs | 4.0 lbs | 5.7 lbs | 4.5 lbs stove alone 7.7 lbs w/ bag and extras |
8.0 lbs |
| Boil Time (1 liter of water, no wind) | 5 min 15 sec | 46 sec | 2 min 47 sec | 4 min 53 sec | 3 min 28 sec |
| Boil Time (1 liter of water, wind from a box fan) | 14 min | 2 min 28 sec | 5 min 12 sec | 6 min 52 sec | 3 min 49 sec |
| Average Boil Time (1 liter of water, wind & no wind) | 9 min 37 sec | 1 min 41 sec | 4 min 12 sec | 5 min 52 sec | 3 min 39 sec |
| Cooktop Material | Enamel Coated Steel | Ceramic glass | Glass | Cold-Rolled Steel | Alloy steel |
| Packed Size | 14" x 12" x 3.5" | 10" x 12.5" x 2.25" | 14" x 11.4" x 2.5" | 10.63" x 9.06" x 5.12" | 14.5" x 10" x 5" |
| Burner/Flame Diameter | 2.875" | 6.5" | 7" | 2.75" | 5.75" |
| Distance Between Burners (center to center) | N/A | N/A | N/A | 8" | N/A |
| Windscreen | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| BTU per Burner | 9,000 | N/A | N/A | 10,000 | 8,000 |
| Type of Model | Tabletop | Tabletop | Tabletop | Tabletop | Tabletop |
| Fuel Type | Butane | Electric | Electric | Propane | Propane |
| Model Number | GS-3400P | 30501 | 9100MC/BT-M20B | BL-F22B | B-5120 |
Our Analysis and Test Results
Boil Time
This is one of the slowest stoves to boil water. In fact, it is even slower than its predecessor, the GS-3000. Why? When Gas One added the optional propane attachment (which we love), it knocked the BTUs down from 8000 to 9000. In comparison, most high-performing stoves have 20,000-30,000 BTUs.
At just 8,000 BTUs, the modest flame on the GS-3400 is fine for a quick cup of coffee but will leave you waiting on larger pots. Credit: Chris McNamara
And the Gas One High Pressure Burner (below and to the right) has 65,000 BTUs!
A tale of two stoves: the compact 8,000-BTU GS-3400 (left) sits next to the 65,000-BTU High-Pressure Burner (right). Credit: Chris McNamara
What does that mean in real-world performance? If you wanna boil a giant pot of water, you're gonna be sitting around for 10-20 minutes.
The burner on the GS-3400 is only a few inches wide, compared to nearly six inches on the Gas One High Pressure, below.
A top-down look reveals the stark contrast between the narrow GS-3400P burner (left) and the massive 6-inch High Pressure burner (right). Credit: Chris McNamara
That said, if you're boiling 10 ounces of water or a cup of coffee, you should still be able to do it in just a few minutes, as long as it's not windy.
We did not notice a significant difference in boil time between propane and butane. That said, butane performs poorly in the cold. So if you are camping in the cold, we recommend bringing the propane attachment.
The dual-fuel design allows you to connect a standard propane tank using the included adapter and regulator. Credit: Chris McNamara
Simmering Ability
This is where the stove shines. It is easy to control the heat output. While there is no built-in windshield, we use the plastic case to help shield the flame.
A simple hack: Lacking a built-in windshield, we propped up the hard plastic carrying case to protect the flame while simmering. Credit: Chris McNamara
Ease of Use
It doesn't get much easier to use a stove. If using butane, the fuel canister stays in the unit, so you just need to lock it into place, twist the dial, and the auto-igniter will light it.
Setup is incredibly simple when using butane—just drop the canister in, engage the lock, and use the auto-igniter. Credit: Chris McNamara
Using the propane attachment is a bit more of a hassle, but not a deal-breaker. The biggest question is where to store the adapter. We tried storing it under the burner, but it does not fit easily and even causes the fuel line to become misaligned (see below).
When we tried to store the propane adapter inside the stove, we accidentally knocked the copper fuel hose out of alignment. We recommend storing the adapter elsewhere. Credit: Chris McNamara
Attaching the propane adapter adds an extra step, but it is not a big deal.
The detachable burner grate is easy to remove and clean.
Portability
At only 3.3 pounds, without butane or the propane adapter, this is one of the lightest camp stoves out there. Unlike some stoves that require you to keep track of an igniter, fuel can, and hose, this stove, when in “butane mode,” is an all-in-one solution.
The footprint is quite efficient and works great in cramped spaces and small counters.
The small footprint of the GS-3400P fits great on small, cramped counters. Credit: Chris McNamara
Should You Buy the Gas One GS-3000?
Of all the stoves we've tested, this is the one that we most often reach for. Why? Because it's just so simple, quick, and easy. If we were cooking for multiple people in a windy area, this would not be ideal. But since we are usually just making coffee or boiling water for a cup of Ramen, it's really all you need, and it's just so easy.
If the weak flame does not deter you, you might recommend buying two and spacing them out rather than buying a double-burner camp stove.
That said, if you want real power and a real windscreen, a more traditional camping stove is the way to go.
What Other Camping Stoves Should You Consider?
For the single-burner butane stove, this is hard to beat. The Coleman Butane Instastart is a great stove, but it is nearly triple the price. No other single-burner stove has this ease of use and value.
If you want sheer power, go with the Gas One High Pressure Burner. But that stove has no windscreen and is much easier to use.
If you want a two-burner setup, it would be a toss-up between buying two GS-3400P models and going with a double-burner like the Coleman Triton.
—Chris McNamara
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