Design:

The outward design of this model is simple- it is a solid black square with a small digital interface along the front. The size of this unit makes it a cinch to pack up into your backpack, or in the trunk of your car for a long weekend out in the woods. It weighs just over 7 pounds and is 14 inches long, 11.4 inches wide, and stands at just 2.1 inches tall.

Power:

Output for this unit ranges from an impressive 200 watts all the way to 1,800 watts. What this means for you is that it is able to 140 degrees to 460 degrees simply and quickly. Cooktops that are able to get really hot are capable of cooking up things like bacon the exact same way that you would cook it at home. Sometimes, when these units are capable of getting hot enough, you wind up with soggy bacon. That won’t be the case when cooking at 460 degrees.

Portability:

Since it weighs in at just 7 pounds, and has a flat design, it will be really easy to pack it up into the car without sacrificing room for other fun camping gear. It doesn’t require the use of a grounded outlet (no need to buy a cheater plug) when plugged into your generator before you get cooking.

Value:

The cost of this model runs about in the middle of the road. While it is not the most expensive design out there on the market, it will still set you back just a little bit of money. However, the smart and compact design make it well worth the additional cost.

Summary:

If you are looking for an easy way to cook up an amazing breakfast for all of your happy campers on a Saturday morning, bringing this little cooker along with you will make your next camping trip the best one yet.

Design:

The design of this model is sleek and sharp, and rivals what many of the modern electric cooking surfaces used in modern households look like. It has a easy to program digital display that has an LCD touch screen so you can adjust the temperature, keep foods warm, boil water, and set timers all with the push of a button. It’s so easy to use, you might like cooking on it more so than your stove at home.

Power:

Tell your stove at home to step aside, because this unit delivers almost as much power as many of the full sized home stoves. If offers 1,800 watts of power- which is about the max for these types of designs, 120 volts, and 15 amps of electricity. To put in in terms you may understand- it can cook at temperatures that start at 100, and go all the way up to an impressive 460 degrees, and it has cord that reaches 5 feet to give you the ability to put it exactly where you need it.

Portability:

The entire unit weighs just over 7 pounds, and measures in at 14 inches long, 11.4 inches wide, and stands just 2.5 inches tall. Basically, it runs the same size as a burner that you would use to cook food at home. Its is compact enough to be able to throw into the back seat of your car, or even into a backpack, and take along with you wherever you go so that the ability to cook a great homemade meal is only light socket away.

Value:

The intuitive LCD display and the power offered with this unit has racked up quite the price tag, but it still isn’t outside the realm of reason. If you are someone that needs a reliable and hot cooking source for all of your camping trips- this will make you feel like you never left the comforts of your kitchen.

Summary:

While it has a price tag that might make you step back a bit, the function and power of this unit is well worth the price tag. If the inability to boil water for pasta is the only thing keeping your from a weeked outside and under the stars, this model will make it so that you can whip up all of your favorite meals in the great outdoors.

Design:

Due to the fact that it has two burners instead of just one, the footprint of this design is just a little bit bigger. It lies completely flat, and has a sharp touch screen along the front to adjust both burners to the perfect temperature for your needs. If you want to boil water for pasta on one side, and fry up a fish that you caught that morning on the other side- this unit will be able to perform those tasks without skipping a beat.

Power:

If you are concerned with getting enough power, this model tops out on power that you will find on most of these types of products out there on the market. It offers an impressive 120 volts of power. 1,500 watts are capable of reaching temperatures that range from 100 degrees to an impressive 460 degrees- and those temperatures can be adjusted from burner to burner. If you are worried about little hands getting burned while your back is turned, it has the addition of a safety features that locks all buttons until you personally unlock it yourself.

Portability:

It is a little heavier that many of the other options, and weighs in at just over 12 pounds. It also is a little bit bigger (because of the addition of a burner) and is 14.2 inches wide, 23.6 inches long, and stands 2.6 inches tall.

Value:

Two burner should mean double the price as some of the models, but that’s not the case with this unit. While it is likely to set you back a little bit of money, the power, function, and additional burner make it well worth the padded price tag. You might like this unit so much that you might even want to use it at home.

Summary:

If you need something that is powerful to cook all of your favorite meals while not in the comfort of your kitchen, and has enough burners for the entire family- this is the unit that you are going to want to take along with you on your next camping trip.

Design:

This model doesn’t waste any space with unnecessary design features or unneeded surface areas. It’s simple and to the point, but it also has a display that allows you to adjust the temperature as needed, as well as set a timer. It also has a pause button- which is something that not all models out there have and is something that on the go cooks have come to depend upon.

Power:

This unit offers an impressive 1,300 watts of power, and has the capability of reaching temperatures up to 575 degrees- which far exceeds the power of some of the other units out there on the market. The digital display is able to hit 52 different temperatures that range from 100 to 575, so if you need to simply keep something warm, it can do that, and if you need to cook a raw fish that you caught that morning- it can do that too.

Portability:

NuWave hits the mark when it comes to portability. It is one of the lightest as well as the smallest models out there. It weighs in at just under 7 pounds, and measures to be 14.4 inches wide, 15.9 inches long, and 6.3 inches high. All of these features make it a cinch to pack into a backpack or into the trunk of your car without taking up that much room.

Value:

This is one of the more affordable options, especially considering the amount of power this little unit and emit. If you were looking for something that will allow you to cook all of your favorite meals while away from your kitchen, and didn’t want to spend the same as some of the higher end models- this is a great choice.

Summary:

Cooking away from your kitchen doesn’t have to be difficult, and it doesn’t have to be expensive. The addition of this unit will ensure that your next trip away from home will be pleasant and enjoyable, and you are sure to eat quite well.

Design:

This model is available in two different designs that come to you at the same price. The first option is the solid copper model. This unit is copper from top to bottom, including the display. If you like cooking on copper at home- this option is going to be your best bet. For those that aren’t impressed by the copper design, they also offer a solid black model that doesn’t cost extra.

Power:

It has an impressive 1,300 watts of power, and it is able to get a little bit hotter than some of the others out there. It can go from 100 degrees to 500 degrees by adjusting the temperature by 10 different settings that are found on the front display. Copper is an excellent source of conducting heat, so your pans will heat up faster and stay hotter for longer periods of time.

Portability:

Just like many of the other single burner units out there, this is simple to pack into your backpack or into the backseat of your car when you get to your destination. It weighs just under 6 pounds- making it one of the lighter options out there, and measures in at 15 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 3 inches tall.

Value:

This is one of the most affordable options currently out there on the market. If you were looking for something that was powerful enough to cook on the go without breaking the bank- this might be your best option.

Summary:

Taking your cooking skills out of the comfort of your kitchen and out on the road can be difficult, but if you have the right tools you will be sure to be able to cook up a killer meal while still enjoying the great outdoors. This unit makes all of that possible without putting any extra pressure on your wallet.

Design:

This model looks a lot like many of the others already out there on the market- it has a sleek flat square design with a durable glass top. It doesn’t have the same display as many of the others, but has a smooth touch interface to control the temperature, turn it off and on, and even set a timer.

Power:

With 1,800 watts, this little guy really packs a punch when it comes to heating up pans. It offers 120 volts- which is about the max that any similar designs can offer. It has a temperature range from 140 to 460, which is a little limited in the lower end of things- this isn’t ideal for keeping things warm like some of the others that are able to hit 100 degrees on the lower end of things. That is important to keep in mind if you like to keep things warm while you are out doing other things. What makes this unit special is that you can set a sleep timer for it- which means you can put on a pot of oatmeal or soup, fall asleep under the stars and have hot food waiting for you when you get up.

Portability:

Just like any of the other single burner models, this will fit perfectly into the back of your car when you pack up to hit the campsite over the weekend. It weighs just almost 8 pounds- which is a little heavier than some, but not by much. It also measures in at 15 inches long,12.2 inches wide, and stands 2.4 inches tall.

Value:

While isn’t not the most inexpensive model out there on the market, it isn’t the most expensive either. If you are the type of consumer that likes to pay just a little bit more to ensure that you are getting good quality, but don’t want to pay the price for some of the higher end designs- this is an excellent choice.

Summary:

For those that want to sleep outside and wake up to the sunrise over the lake, but don’t want to be stuck eating berries and granola bars- this is an excellent option to make home cooked meals when you aren’t at home, and the price is reasonable enough that you can afford to buy that expensive bacon.

Design:

The Nesco PIC- 14 has a traditional footprint to most of the others that are out there on the market. It sports a square design with a black glossy top. It doesn’t have as many adjustments fo temperature as some of the others, but it does have a similar intuitive front display that is easy to use right out of the box.

Power:

This model offers 1,500 watts of power- which isn’t the best, but it’s not terrible, and it has 120 volts- which is pretty normal for models such as this. The downside about this model is that it only had 5 heat settings, and you cannot set the heat by temperature. The five power settings include melt, simmer, boil, fry, and sear. Some find, however, that the lowest setting is a little too hot to keep things warm without over cooking them.

Portability:

Weighing in at just under 6 pounds, it is one of the lighter options available out there on the market. It measures in at 14 inches long, 11.5 inches wide, and stands 2.3 inches tall. If you were looking for something lightweight that didn’t take up too much space in your compact car or backpack- this is a great option.

Value:

While is isn’t the most affordable option out there, you are still going to pay less than some of the higher end models. If you wanted something that was powerful, lightweight, and compact, this unit is well worth the price tag.

Summary:

If you are looking for something that will allow you to cook great homemade meals even when you are miles from your kitchen- this is a great model that is offered at a very fair price. Just keep in mind that there are only 5 temperature settings, which may make if difficult for some foods.

Design:

This model comes in a basic black with a durable glass top. It doesn’t have the digital display that some of the other higher end models have, but it has more temperature adjustments than the Nesco model.

Power:

The power put off from this model is actually kind of impressive- especially considering the lower price point. It offer 1,800 watts of power, and 120 volts- which is pretty much the most power these units are capable of pumping out. It can reach temperatures that start at 140 degrees (not ideal for keeping this warm or heating slowly) to 460 degrees- perfect for boiling, frying, and searing.

Portability:

This unit weighs in at just over 5 pounds, and measures in at 16.3 long, 12.6 wide, and 4.5 inches tall. While it is considered to be one of the lighter models out there on the market, the measurements are just a little bit bigger than most of the other single burner units out there.

Value:

The cost of this unit is one of its best features- it is one of the most affordable models currently out there on the market. If you were looking to save a few bucks, while still getting all of the power of some of the higher end models- this is a great choice.

Summary:

While the price is incredible for one of these units- it isn’t without its drawbacks. It does have the power as some of the higher models, but it doesn’t have as many heat setting, timers, and safety features as some of the others.

Design:

This has the classic square design of any burner that is meant to be used on the go and when you are away from home. It has a black shell with and easy to read dashboard where you can manually adjust the heat as well as turn it on and off and adjust the timers.

Power:

Considering the lower price point, this model offers quite the punch. It can be used with any type of pan that has a magnetic bottom, and is able to reach temperatures up to 465 degrees. On the lower setting, it reaches 140 degrees- which isn’t ideal when you need to slowly heat something or keep it warm. It has 1,800 watts of power, and 120 volts.

Portability:

This unit weighs in at just over 6 pounds, and is 17.7 inches long, 15.1 inches wide, and stands 4.4 inches tall. While it is a little bit lighter than some of the other options out there, the dimensions are slightly bigger than the norm- which could be a problem if you are looking for something that will be able to fit into a smaller space.

Value:

The cost of this unit is one of it’s most impressive features. The price tag is likely to set you back the same amount of money it would cost you to fill up your gas tank on the way to the campsite.

Summary:

If you are in the market for something that is affordable, and offers the same amount of power as some of the higher prices units- this is an excellent option. Just keep in mind that it doesn’t have the heat range as some of the more expensive selections.

Design:

While the shape is the same as many of the other- it’s square and flat with a glass top, it isn’t black like the others. The base is a light silver and the base is a clear glass. The buttons along the front are touch activated, but they are a little less intuitive than many of the other interfaces out there on the market, and you will most likely have to consult the manual when you first start using it.

Power:

This unit is capable of putting out 1,500 watts of power, and reaching temperatures that range from 140 to 460 degrees. 460 degrees is pretty standard for a lot of these models, but 140 is a little to hot for cooks that want to use a low setting to keep things warm.

Portability:

This design is just as easy to pack up into the back seat of your car when it’s time to hit the road to go camping, and it won’t take up all that much space. It weighs just over 6 pounds, and is 16.2 inches long, 13 inches wide, and stands 3.4 inches tall.

Value:

This model runs about in the middle of the road in terms of price- it is not the most expensive unit out there, but it isn’t the least expensive either. Considering how easy it is to use, and the addition of safety features makes it available at a great deal.

Summary:

For those campers that are looking for something that will help you make some excellent home cooking while out in the woods (the the help of a power source, of course) this will be a welcome addition to your next trip.