Honey Stove Vs. Firebox Stove. A comparison of two popular woodburning stoves.

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  • čas přidán 22. 07. 2024
  • In this video I will be taking a look at my new Firebox Stove and lighting it up for the first time. I will compare it to my old faithful Honey Stove to see how well it performs against it. I hope you enjoy and find it helpful! Thanks for watching!!

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  • @georgehurteau50
    @georgehurteau50 Před 4 lety +41

    I make my living in the backcountry and use the Firebox Stove. It packs easy, assembly is simple, fast and the quality is unmatched. When your 75 miles in the woods and it's -40 you need to get your fire going fast and Firebox gets it done.

  • @Adam_Newman
    @Adam_Newman Před 4 lety +19

    Absolutely the Firebox ! Best stove I’ve ever owned

  • @Jax4umalta
    @Jax4umalta Před 3 lety +14

    I have had my fire box stove for over two years now and it is my main source of cooking. I love how versatile it is. I have used charcoal, wood, wood pellets, gas blocks, Tran Gia. All the different configurations are amazing. And with a Billy can I’ve even made cinnamon rolls in it, and baked a whole chicken. I just love it I can’t imagine using anything else.

  • @rrcaniglia
    @rrcaniglia Před 3 lety +7

    Good comparison. Note that Firebox has a titanium version at half the weight, though at double the price. Further, they have a ‘Nano’ version, which is very lightweight and a fine little stove. Smaller form means you must tend the fire more frequently, but it, like it’s big brother, is hinged and sets up instantly. Though the Nano steel is light, the titanium version is a feather. The steel model you have is bombproof. It will support cast iron, if you’re car camping. Don’t forget that you can use four fire sticks to make a cradle for a billy pot on its side to make an oven. I’m a Firebox advocate, as you might guess. Your Honey Stove is obviously functional, but I’ll go with the Firebox for durability and flexibility.

  • @Ayezube
    @Ayezube Před 4 lety +37

    Honey: assembly required
    Firebox: no assembly required
    Me: firebox wins by a landslide

    • @GypsyCurls
      @GypsyCurls Před 3 lety +2

      Have three of the Firebox stoves and love them. I keep one in my car for emergencies, one in my camping gear, and one at home in case of power outages. Easy to cook at the park/beach anything you want and can pack very lightly. Plus a good heat source when the beach gets cooler at night.

    • @DonHavjuan
      @DonHavjuan Před 3 lety +1

      Weight (and cost) not being a thing, sure.

    • @nicolab2075
      @nicolab2075 Před 3 lety +1

      I love assembling them though! Same with tents, part of the fun 😊

  • @rosewood513
    @rosewood513 Před rokem +2

    Excellent! They both have appeal. I just ordered the Firebox, I bought the entire setup for $99.99 the Honey stove is $53.00 depending on where you buy them. I never heard of the Honey Stove. Since I don't worry about weight I chose the Firebox. Very nice video thanks

  • @keithshwalbe6981
    @keithshwalbe6981 Před 4 lety +4

    Well thought thru video as usual Simon. All nicely done, and packed with useful information. Thank you.

  • @rhaef
    @rhaef Před 4 lety +3

    Great comparison Simon. Really thorough - thanks for sharing 👍

  • @jacobsalter5088
    @jacobsalter5088 Před 5 lety +2

    Great video as always, thanks for making this Simon. It's made it much clearer and has given me a better understanding of the 2 stoves.

  • @Foveostag1
    @Foveostag1 Před 5 lety +7

    Straightforward comparison which was very helpful. Nice vid. Thanks.

  • @AnvilAirsoftTV
    @AnvilAirsoftTV Před 3 lety +3

    Just been sitting out in the garden with my brand new Firebox stove. Very happy with it. Thanks for the video.

  • @janmariolle
    @janmariolle Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for the excellent review of these two wonderful stoves. Well done!

  • @bluespruce786
    @bluespruce786 Před 3 lety +4

    Great walkthrough, very informative. It was nice to get your personal impressions and see a burn in each stove. I love my Firebox, definitely my goto stove when adventuring with the kids. In that situation the weight is an advantage, pots are stable and when the Firebox is set up and lit that area becomes the kitchen. It really is a campfire in a box! But for solo hiking something lighter is more desirable. The Honey Stove looks like a great option. I especially like a round or hex burn chamber, it seems like the internal convection is better in those stoves than with a square burn chamber. Thanks for posting!

  • @Dauntless.steadfast.fortitude

    Great video, demo, clarity, audio, visual, prospective. 👍👍

  • @ptouchpaul
    @ptouchpaul Před 4 lety +3

    HI Simon, another great video thank you, very thorough. I've bought the Firebox stove also, very heavy compared to some as you say however I'm happy to put up with that with it being so easy to assemble and use. Cheers..Paul

  • @guitarcleveland
    @guitarcleveland Před 6 lety +44

    The Firebox Stove is one of the best camping items I've ever bought

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +8

      Great stove, I’ve had lots of use out of mine since I made the video - it’s my ‘go to’ number one stove - and I’ve got a lot of stoves!! Cheers, Simon.

    • @trooper2221
      @trooper2221 Před 4 lety +1

      JR216 have u tried a gasifier style? Like a solo?

  • @PeterPeadar
    @PeterPeadar Před 4 lety

    Super video, Simon! Viewers, watch until the end. The Honeybox is more versatile then I thought! But, both stoves are smartly made.

  • @ISashaI
    @ISashaI Před rokem +1

    I love my Honey stove, bought one 15 years ago, still going strong..

  • @1990westfalia
    @1990westfalia Před rokem +1

    Simon, What we like about your channel is that you have gear that you like and continue to use. Switching out gear for the sponsorship is not your style and that's one of the reasons that we enjoy joining you on your adventures. Well worn gear shows us that it can handle the day to day use. All our best. Skillet

  • @bereantrb
    @bereantrb Před 4 lety +18

    Now 2019, both stoves are available in titanium. More expensive but each is half the weight of their stainless steel siblings.

  • @Rachel-mt4yd
    @Rachel-mt4yd Před 3 lety +7

    Firebox also makes a small folding 4" "Nano" stove in both stainless as well as titanium. Beautiful little stove!

  • @chrismillington6839
    @chrismillington6839 Před 6 lety +10

    Two good stoves, a great comparison, I've had my Firebox for 5 years now and still going strong, very versatile without to much faffing about. Great video thanks!

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +1

      +Chris Millington - Thanks Chris, I really like the look of the firebox, I've got to play about with it a bit and 'learn' how to use it, but first impressions are good! Shame it's so heavy - a titanium one would be nice, but the stainless was expensive enough!! I know they do a lighter version without all the bells and whistles. I think I'm going to really like it - weight isn't everything! Atb, Simon.

  • @robertredwood9944
    @robertredwood9944 Před 6 lety +3

    Realy enjoyed your comparison test Simon. Great video. I bought my fire box last August I love it plus the zebra billy cans. Amazing equipment to last a life time. The fire box I've used charcoal for my first burn in travone Cornwall cooking scallops. Then burnt drift wood. Amazing taste. I've now just purchased a trangia stove and some hex blocks. And next on my to list cat lit wood pellets. Such a brilliant stove. I have liked watching all of you videos brilliant information you give out and very useful. Thank you for making them. 👍

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Thank you Robert, really glad you are enjoying the videos! I agree with you about the firebox and the zebra billy - built to last!! It is so versatile too, like you say - twigs, pine cones, meths, hexamine blocks, charcoal, wood pellets - you name it - a true multi-fuel stove! I love the idea of cooking scallops on it - I love scallops!!! Thanks for watching! Atb, Simon.

  • @sanyablogger
    @sanyablogger Před 3 lety

    Thanks for a video Simon👍

  • @jplamb77
    @jplamb77 Před 3 lety +1

    The Company/Manufacturers are Amazing group of People,,, And Yes,,, made in America,,,!!!! I just bought the Titanium Firebox 🔥,,,, it truly solves the weight problem,,,, Cheers my Friend,,, Joshua

  • @jhauser2105
    @jhauser2105 Před 6 lety +2

    Really thorough and fair review. Well done. My son and I watched this video and loved it. We are from South Bend Indiana.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Thank you very much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video - they are both great stoves in their own way. Thanks for watching! Atb, Simon.

    • @oyamsbabe4028
      @oyamsbabe4028 Před 5 lety

      J Hauser mayor Pete’s home town! Pete2020 👏🏼👏🏼

  • @guskoerner75
    @guskoerner75 Před 3 lety

    Great review. Both are versatile. I’m leaning toward the Honey Stove. The weight and price factors made the difference for me. Thank you!

  • @MrBanjokat
    @MrBanjokat Před 3 lety

    Really useful video. Thanks for posting!

  • @lindahinshaw385
    @lindahinshaw385 Před 5 lety

    Enjoyed the video. Look forward to more camping information.

  • @canopus101
    @canopus101 Před 6 lety +9

    I've been cooking on wood stoves for a few years now and prefer them. I recently bought the Firebox G2 and found this vid an interesting comparison. The Honeystove scores on weight, the sheer mass of the Firebox certainly makes you think twice before a long hike. Where the Firebox wins it for me is because the Honeystove has to be clipped together. Just too fiddly if you are cold or have had too many drinks at camp!
    Minor issues are I like being able to load the Firebox with a large log split into four. I get a burn time of nearly an hour which means I can cook my food and then put water on for a drink whilst I eat, without having to feed any more fuel.
    My conclusion is Firebox wins as I normally camp with a motorcycle, so weight not an issue. If I was hiking I would use a Lixada or Solo, both of which I already have. Honeystove would be a good buy for those who don't have a wood burner currently and lightweight campser. Thanks for this video, good comparison.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +3

      canopus101 - Cheers, thanks for watching! I agree with you completely - the firebox is a good size - I too burn split logs - Swedish torch style, as you say, you get a good burn time. I’ll keep the Honeystove, simply because if it’s lightness and I haven’t bought a nano yet!!! Lol! Thanks again, Atb, Simon.

  • @wildventures8409
    @wildventures8409 Před 5 lety

    Great video! for me Firebox is the best, very straight forward & sturdy. Doesn't produce much smokes as we can see in video,because it has very good flow of air on it. Thanks for sharing Simon!

  • @jeannoll9850
    @jeannoll9850 Před 5 lety +2

    I just subscribed, I binged watched your channel, your videos are great, your a very good teacher...this knowledge you have given me and my husband is going to make a lot of things simpler...thank you
    Jeannie Noll, from Colton, California

  • @fireboxstove
    @fireboxstove Před 6 lety +81

    Excellent video! Appreciate appreciate your thoughtful insights. Your delivery and editing skills are spot-on! Very enjoyable from beginning to end!

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +6

      Thank you! That is very kind, I’ve been watching your inspirational videos for ages, so it really means a lot! Your stoves are top notch by the way - going to get a nano at some point soon, to replace my fiddly honey stove, lol! Thanks again and really glad you enjoyed it! Simon.

    • @fireboxstove
      @fireboxstove Před 6 lety +4

      Simon, a bloke in the woods cheers Simon!

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  • @mobayguy
    @mobayguy Před 2 lety

    Excellent video - Answered a lot of questions for me - I've decided. FireBox it is for me - Cheers

  • @ElderHiker
    @ElderHiker Před 3 lety

    Very nice comparison. You did an excellent job explaining all of the features of both stoves. I have used the Firebox G2 and the Firebox Nano for several years and am very pleased with the robust and flexible nature of both stoves. I have never used a Honey stove, but I wouldn't hesitate to purchase one as a back-up. I am a little late in offering my comments (3 years), but as of now, Firebox offers both models in titanium which answers the weight problem for many bushcrafters. Of course, it is expensive which I think is the major complaint to the Firebox system. But, as you suggest, it is a durable and well made product. But, after watching this video, I might pick up a Honey stove for a lightweight alternative. Thanks for your well done comparison.

  • @earlelzy7243
    @earlelzy7243 Před 4 lety

    Very good review on both. Great pros and cons.

  • @johnhildenbrand2642
    @johnhildenbrand2642 Před 2 lety +4

    The 5in Titanium firebox is maybe the best cooking stove ever in my experience. I have a SS one too that I use when I go fishing, but it pretty much lives in a tote in the truck and I don't have to pack it on my back

  • @abefrohman1759
    @abefrohman1759 Před 6 lety +16

    I have a couple small stoves. I love them. When I don't have time to go out camping I'll use them on the patio for fun.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +2

      Cheers Abe, I’m the same, sometimes I’ll cook our family dinner in the garden, just for a change and a bit of fun! Atb, Simon.

    • @brianhelgeson1208
      @brianhelgeson1208 Před 3 lety

      You can find sticks and bits of wood everywhere. It doesn't take much to cook a lot of food and or boil water. Fun cooking on the patio or backyard, and it's great practice for when you go out in the field. If you burn or mess up your meal in the field you don't have a fridge or alternate food stores to start over. 🔥⛺

  • @chrisblyth6716
    @chrisblyth6716 Před 5 lety

    No brainer for speed of assembly firebox.
    Good vid.

  • @thecarpentersarmsbbq7660

    Many thanks Simon Really enjoyed, very very informative and very well explained in a lovely friendly manor. You just got another subscriber. Cheers Rich

  • @errolfoster1101
    @errolfoster1101 Před 5 lety

    you have opened eyes I thought that these were all just toys and not of much use to seriously but they seem to be great quality

  • @pauldjerassi620
    @pauldjerassi620 Před 4 lety

    Thanks Simon a great evaluation .

  • @bereantrb
    @bereantrb Před 6 lety +3

    Very enjoyable to watch. I wasn’t familiar with the Honey Stove. In checking out packable wood stoves last year I found myself drawn to the very simple 180 Flame (little brother of the 180 Stove). It’s simplicity makes it very easy to assemble, flexible and totally packable at ~181 grams. May suit some folks who keep things simple.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Thanks! I haven’t heard of the 180 stove (does it get its name from its weight?) I’ll check them out - cheers! Atb, Simon.

  • @ChrisWoutdoors
    @ChrisWoutdoors Před 6 lety +6

    Great video, just got myself a stove and yet to test it out. I normally use a small barrel barbie but I would use so much wood on it and go home stinking of smoke, I liked the way you showed us how the honey stove works as a mini stove...Nice one Simon...

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Thank you! I’ve used all sorts of stoves over the years, but these two are really great - versatile, free to run, compact - just brilliant! Hope you get on well with your new one. Atb, Simon

  • @TressaZimmerman
    @TressaZimmerman Před 5 lety +1

    Great comparison video. Thanks Simon.

  • @110adventures7
    @110adventures7 Před 3 lety

    Another great video, I like to thank you along with a few others for keeping me sane during the lockdowns, keep up the good work !
    I hope you don't mind but I' mentioned you on my last video as a thank you !

  • @briggsbughouses6291
    @briggsbughouses6291 Před 4 lety

    Great video! Really informative and well produced. Subscribed! 👍

  • @camocarper24871
    @camocarper24871 Před 6 lety +2

    Great video once again. I have both these stoves and have been known to carry both if I'm doing a big cook up.
    I agree the Honey is fiddly when it's cold and wet to assemble.
    I would suggest for both that you try the Swedish candle method, this gives you a good long burn time.
    Also worth a look is the Firebox Nano stove.
    Keep the videos coming and thanks for taking the time to make them.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      +Johnnys_bushcraft - Hi Johnny, thanks for watching. I'll have to try the Swedish candle, I saw a demo on one of the Firebox videos, but haven't tried it yet, always just used twigs, but yes, a constant feeding is necessary! I suspect I may too use both on occasions, I won't notice the honey stove next to the kilo of Firebox!! Hehehe! Atb, Simon.

  • @familiacottalisboa2459

    You are a very good in your explanations. You say clear and calm. Very good videos. Congratulations. Flavio From Brazil

  • @loaferx5409
    @loaferx5409 Před 6 lety +1

    First time seeing the Honey Stove. I'll have to check it out. Thanks.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +1

      +LoaferXcursions - it's a great little stove! You can get an extension kit called the hive, which adds two more side panels - good for when you need to cook for additional people or use as a small fire pit. Thanks for watching! Atb, Simon.

  • @donnabootes7272
    @donnabootes7272 Před rokem +1

    Great video thank you Simon 😊

  • @boonster
    @boonster Před 4 lety

    Thanks for video Simon. Trouble is, I’d like both now! I have a Tomshoo round wood burner I really like but it does take up a lot of space. So now looking at more compact options too. One quick question. Thanks again

  • @SLG1911
    @SLG1911 Před 6 lety +4

    Just found your channel, good stuff! I have the Firebox nano ti, among other stoves, and I have to say, I think it would replace your honey stove for what you want. No faffing about, and very light weight. Also, the Swedish fire is really the way to go with these stoves. Totally changes the dynamic and the burn time is fantastic.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +2

      +SLG1911 - Hi and thanks for watching! I've seen the nano, it looks a good stove! I'll have to have a go at the Swedish candle, haven't tried that method before, but if it stops me constantly feeding twigs into it, must be a good thing! Thanks!! Atb, Simon.

  • @mountaingator001
    @mountaingator001 Před 2 lety

    Excellent video!

  • @axerxes3981
    @axerxes3981 Před 6 lety +1

    Sinon.... just stumbled across your channel. Excellent video, review and compairison!! Nice job. Very impressive!!

  • @kellyjohnson3617
    @kellyjohnson3617 Před 3 lety

    I have an old basic 4 sided backpacking stove that is light weight, similar to your honey stove, but for car camping or even here at home I use my firebox to bbq on my porch. I’m just cooking for one or two so the firebox stove is my summer cooking option so don’t heat up the house. And who doesn’t love food cooked over wood? I’ve used it camping so I’m more efficient using the local wood. I love my firebox stove. It’s def a better made stove. It doesn’t smoke as much and I don’t slice up my fingers putting it together. Their nano version is light weight and works really well too. I have both. Thanks for posting. I learned about the honey stove. Looks really versatile.

  • @dimitrisd6847
    @dimitrisd6847 Před 5 lety +1

    I personally use the lixada fire stove but as you mentioned about the weight of firebox,lixada is also very heavy.I believe tha every stove i almost the same and work the same but its everyones personal choise of what are they going to use.Great video as always Simon!!

  • @markevans1973
    @markevans1973 Před 5 lety

    Great video. Pro production . Unbiased advice

  • @lurchie
    @lurchie Před 5 lety +4

    I appreciate your stove obsession. :)

  • @peacefulplaces3634
    @peacefulplaces3634 Před rokem +1

    great comparison of like stoves

  • @GreencampRhodie
    @GreencampRhodie Před 5 lety

    Great demos.
    I love my honey stove & the larger hive option too. As you say, only difficulty is cold hand assembly, also hot ash deposits on ground (remedied with a foil base).
    I like my FB (1st gen) too, but much heavier (noticeably). If i had to buy again, would consider the Bushbox XL instead.
    Just waiting delivery of my Solo Stove Titan... wooo, lol.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 5 lety +1

      Cheers! I’m hoping Santa will bring me a FB nano - that would complete my set I think - who am I kidding haha- you can never have too many stoves!!

  • @wasters47
    @wasters47 Před 3 lety

    Great video. I heard from backpacking light that you could use a old small shoe polish lid to fit in the trangia fitting for using solid fuels

  • @TheOutdoorsStation
    @TheOutdoorsStation Před 6 lety +12

    Thanks for reviewing my UK designed and manufactured Honey Stove. You are correct in that it is designed to be as simple and as light as possible for lightweight bushcraft and backpacking activities. Since I began producing it in 2007, many new stoves (and copies) have come onto the scene which offer hinges and other options. But the penalty is always weight. Sadly I have yet to find a UK manufacture who can 'roll fold' in (as opposed to 'weld on') hinges on the .5mm Stainless and Titanium material I specify. You may not be aware that there is an expansion module called 'The Hive' which will expand the Honey Stove to 8 sides offering another solution for larger parties. Soot degrading and warping of the hinge pin is a long term problem which may of these 'cheap Chinese' folding stoves suffer from over time. My other UK designed and manufactured product 'The Pocket Stove' has now been sadly copied by Lixada and several other Chinese copy houses and people should be aware that 'cheap' doesn't always mean 'quality' as their poor performance reflects badly on the original UK name. See backpackinglight.co.uk for more details.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +1

      Thank you - I’m a big fan of the Honey stove and have used and abused mine for a few years now. I like the simplicity of it, the versatility and of course the weight! Great stoves!! I knew about the hive expansion and should have mentioned it in the video - a really good idea for group use as you said! I totally agree with regards the flooding of cheap stoves available - a quick eBay search proves that - cheap mass produced, poor quality copies! Really like your stoves - keep up the great work! (And if you ever need another tester/reviewer of your products.......lol!) Atb, Simon.

    • @emilymaitlislaptop
      @emilymaitlislaptop Před 6 lety +1

      Just to add: I also have a Honey Stove and for all round versatility it's fantastic. I did consider the Firebox due to the pre-hinging and rapid setup design but the weight was an issue.
      Oh, and when I received my Honey Stove in the post, there was a nice surprise: a bag of Skittles! Nice touch.

    • @synchc
      @synchc Před 6 lety +9

      +david mcintire he didnt mention firebox, only lixada. firebox is a german company and, as simon points out, is more expensive, well engineered and of a sturdier build at the cost of weight. im sure TheOutdoorsStation has nothing but praise for the firebox but would be quick to point out the differences between his and their designs. the lixada pocket stove, on the other hand, is a cheap chinese rip off of his blood, sweat and tears.

    • @derekmcmanus1423
      @derekmcmanus1423 Před 5 lety +2

      TheOutdoorsStation there are Chinese companies ripping off peoples intellectual property as a business model with the complicity of the Chinese government...it was a major problem when I worked for a multi national chemical company let alone a business like yours. I despair of when the general public will wake up to this problem.

    • @petbayleyportia9294
      @petbayleyportia9294 Před 3 lety

      @@derekmcmanus1423 With the blessing of the government of CHINA:
      C ounterfeiters
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      N ational
      A cademy
      - their own government (!)
      [ Great review, worthy of supporting both original products. Quite like the idea of the Honey Stove's Hive functionality. I have used their featherlight (and cute neatly packaged) titanium Pocket Stove which if situation demanded can be used with pellets. I received a Firebox nano as a special-occasion birthday present from a friend who swears minimalism. Nothing quite like cooking over a real fire - nowadays though needing to conserve in case of political meltdown and there remains a shortage of available resources, a minimalistic swedish fire configuration seems the way to go.
      PS: Heaven forbid that "Prometheus stole the fire" is not euphemism for a future post pandemic world of Microwave oven and electric cooker only configurations, LOL.]

  • @ranjansarkar08
    @ranjansarkar08 Před 4 lety

    Such An Educational Video . . . People . . . Still Come Here Spend Their Precious Time . . . Watching . . . And . . . Dislike . . . And Go Away . . . These People . . . Never . . . Learn . . . Or . . . Appriciate . . . N E Thing . . . But . . . Its True . . . Simon Did A Great Job . . . Cheers . . .

  • @jonnyxx5500
    @jonnyxx5500 Před 4 lety

    nice comparison. Thanks for the video Simon. I have had the same firebox for 5 years. you're right. They are heavy. Good for a bike tour but for hiking I just bought a nano titanium firebox. 113 grams (4 oz) Feels like I'm carrying a feather compared to it's big brother. Does exactly the same things. And the thing i like best is you take it out of the case, unfold it and start cooking. Zero assembly.

  • @jerryfife2015tacoma
    @jerryfife2015tacoma Před 5 lety

    Great video and well done on the comparison of the two stoves

  • @donnyo65
    @donnyo65 Před 3 lety

    I bought my folding firebox a few weeks ago - who knows I may even get to use it soon!

  • @dhession64
    @dhession64 Před 5 lety +1

    I'm a latecomer to the bushcraft world, so I must say that I do like this video. Very informative. I'd heard of Firebox before this but not Honey Stove. There are other stoves like Honey Stove in that they "go to pieces" and are compact/lightweight but you really can't beat the robust construction of the Firebox; that alone counts for a whole bunch in my book. The trangent (?spelling?) stove option with four sides on the Honey is super slick, but it sure does look wobbly/prone to tipping. I'm a bit apprehensive about that.
    All in all, you've done a great job of pointing out the feature-rich aspect of both stoves, even if you have to buy add-ons for the Firebox and not the Honey. There always seems to be a trade off somewhere. Thank you for your review.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 5 lety +1

      Thank you! I think you’ve hit the nail on the head - there is indeed always a trade off - I’ve since got a Firebox Nano stove - a super little pocket rocket! 👍

  • @mmotzy33
    @mmotzy33 Před 4 lety +1

    Very well done review!

  • @jimbrewer1404
    @jimbrewer1404 Před 2 lety

    THANKS FOR THIS VIDEO ,I HAVE BOTH STOVES BUT I HAVE NOT USED THEM YET CAN,T WAIT LOL.I LIKE MAKING THEM OUT OF ANYTHING I CAN FIND IT,S A BLAST PEACE OUT FROM NOVA SCOTIA CANADA

  • @grahamefreestone5309
    @grahamefreestone5309 Před 4 lety +1

    At 20:40 it looks like the honey stove will fit inside the cup ready to use. I'll definitely be purchasing one of those. Great review Simon. 👍

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 4 lety +2

      Thanks Ben - it’s a bit to wide to fit in most pots, but being flat, it slips nicely down the back of your pack or even in a pocket. 👍🔥

  • @MrMonero
    @MrMonero Před 3 lety

    Good vid as always mate. Makes me want to get something else as I have been using my solo stove Titan for years now.

  • @banyantree8618
    @banyantree8618 Před 4 lety +4

    Thanks for this - after watching, I brought the Honeystove from the UK. After a nine week wait (parcel restrictions due to reduced flights) it’s finally arrived along with an Eagle kettle......will fire them up tonight.

  • @dorsettyke
    @dorsettyke Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for the video.
    I am looking for some kind of wood burning stove at the moment. Having limited use of one hand, your description of the Honey stove and its fiddly bits has convinced me that it's probably not for me! 😉

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 4 lety +1

      Firebox does a smaller, lighter version called the Nano - might be worth a look to - also the big firebox is now available in titanium (for an eyewateringly high price tag!) 👍🔥

  • @fotostudio68
    @fotostudio68 Před 6 lety +1

    Thanks, Simon! Great video.
    I'm first time seeing the Honey Stove. Thats cool!!!
    Hello from Russia.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +1

      Thank you! The Honey stove is a great little lightweight stove and simple too, so there is nothing to wear and break. Thanks for watching and Atb! Simon.

    • @fotostudio68
      @fotostudio68 Před 6 lety

      good luck, Simon!

  • @pleasedontfollowmegoaway2239

    I need some of that this winter ❄️ i am allso going to take a forever walk to freedom 😂

  • @richardneel6953
    @richardneel6953 Před 5 lety +10

    Love it that Brits coined the phrase "fiddley bits". It is a proper description and I find I use it, even as a Yank, all the time. Considering a Firebox due to it appearing to have fewer fiddley bits.

    • @redwestonbushcraft5807
      @redwestonbushcraft5807 Před 5 lety +1

      Hahah I'm a Yorkshire lad. I've a freind who from kentucky. She loves the British slang I've not thought about this one. Hahah

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 5 lety

      Haha - it can get tricky, that saying as the word ‘bits’ has another meaning over here! 😂😁

    • @redwestonbushcraft5807
      @redwestonbushcraft5807 Před 5 lety

      @@simonablokeinthewoods hahaha to be fair. We use it to discribe them bits too. I work a lot in nursery's, (kindergarten)

  • @Zorbawon
    @Zorbawon Před 5 lety +4

    Well done................thanks for the info.

  • @redwestonbushcraft5807

    Great video. I like them both. I might have to get one... Or make my own

  • @Adventure_Coffey
    @Adventure_Coffey Před 6 lety +1

    I have a few stoves myself.. I do not own the Honey Stove, however. Enjoyed the comparison. I announced the release for the Gen 2 Firebox when it was in PreProduction. I enjoyed the presentation. Take care.
    Shane

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Cheers Shane - really like my Firebox - it’s my main stove stove now - really versatile and easy to use - the honey has been demoted to back/up lightweight stove (until I get a nano that is! 😉)

  • @PaulOutdoors
    @PaulOutdoors Před 6 lety +1

    A great comparison Simon. I have never owned either of these stoves or the Bushbox.....yet, but do have a Lixada Folding Wood Stove (the poor man's version) that works like a dream for me, is very lightweight, robust and cost effective but probably not as versatile as the Firebox. I also have a variant of the wood gas stove (£12) which is also superb when burning twigs, cat litter wood pellets. Thank you for sharing. Paul :)

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +1

      +-Paul Outdoors - Cheers Paul. They are both good stoves, but to be honest, probably don’t work any better than any of the other twig stoves out there! I’ve heard good reviews of the Lixada, but not used one myself. The firebox is a bit like a dyson vacuum cleaner - has loads of features and bells and whistles, but when it comes down to it, it picks up dust just like a Henry does! I like it though!! Lol! Glad you enjoyed the video! Atb, Simon.

  • @spookybaba
    @spookybaba Před 4 lety +3

    The honey stove is great. Little loops on the top, too. It seems more stable on the ground.

  • @robertheckenberg3440
    @robertheckenberg3440 Před 2 lety

    Nice review and video

  • @craigmountford1235
    @craigmountford1235 Před 6 lety +1

    Another great video Simon, I have had a Honey stove for some years and love it great comparison though

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      +Craig Mountford - Cheers Craig, great stove, the Honey, my new Firebox isn't a replacement for it, just an addition to! I have a bit of a stove fetish! Difficult to beat the simplicity of the Honey stove, and super lightweight too. Atb, Simon.

  • @rickbunner3939
    @rickbunner3939 Před 4 lety +4

    I think I like the Firebox Stowe Only reason is arthritis and moving small parts and putting stuff together like I saw you do it looked too hard There when the cold or rain or being really tired Thanks good video

  • @stevemiller7433
    @stevemiller7433 Před 4 lety

    Well constructed video.

  • @macdaddy9344
    @macdaddy9344 Před 4 lety

    Great comparison video... both good options with different pros and cons... I’ve had an eye on the Firebox but must admit that I do appreciate the very minimalist Honey Stove... guess I need both... lol

  • @raulsandoval7259
    @raulsandoval7259 Před 2 lety

    Mr. Simon... I love watching your videos, they are simple and to the point yet full of valuable info for those of us who are willing to learn from others.
    I really enjoyed this video, very helpful indeed.
    BTW: do you have a channel on cabinet making? I recall you mentioning that is your profession, I too am a woodworker by trade. However I just do the drafting and engineering part of woodworking now as I closed my Cabinet Shop down a few years ago.
    Again sir, I love watching your videos, keep up the good work !!!

  • @daniellipscombe8588
    @daniellipscombe8588 Před 6 lety +1

    Thanks for the video mate. Had the gen 1 firebox for a few years naw and it's never let me down enjoy. didn't now about the 4 side trangia honey stove method chears for that.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Cheers Daniel, thanks for watching! They are great stoves aren’t they - I’ve got on really well with mine - I hardly use the honey now - I’ll keep it for ultra light trips, the firebox is just so much easier- must be getting lazy as I get older!! Lol! Atb, Simon.

  • @gregorysupan8744
    @gregorysupan8744 Před 6 lety +1

    Nice review Simon. I own a firebox,
    very heavy like you said. I’m going to buy that 5 sided stick stove you had.
    It is so much lighter I have to at least try it. Huge weight difference like you said.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Cheers Gregory, yes, it is much lighter and simple too - nothing to fail. There are other lightweight twig stoves, but I do like the Honey stove. Atb, Simon.

  • @dianejacklin4338
    @dianejacklin4338 Před 6 lety +1

    Very good comparison video.

  • @vann8414
    @vann8414 Před 4 lety +1

    Well done!

  • @royphelps8084
    @royphelps8084 Před 2 lety

    Was making coffee and cooking a bit to eat , on my way home from 2 dr appointments, at a roadside park , I picked up a few hickory nuts , and noticed they were old and cracked , I put maybe 5 or 6 in my fireboxstove , talk about a hot fire ! I bought a smaller pressure cooking pot , cant wait to cook mixed beans with bacon on my fireboxstove after it burns down , ive a big aochol burner with a windbreak-pot stand to slow cook

  • @ZXspectrum..
    @ZXspectrum.. Před 6 lety +1

    good video mate, well presented...

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Thank you - glad you enjoyed it - I’ve since used the firebox loads and really like it - it’s definitely my main stove now. Atb, Simon.

  • @alanlindmark1323
    @alanlindmark1323 Před 6 lety +1

    Really nice job. Thanks

  • @sueelphick9060
    @sueelphick9060 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for a great comparison video . It has helped me enourmously to choose tge best one for my walking day trips .Going to go for the Firebox due to arthritic hands and tge ease of use and adaptability ! My Easter gift from myself to myself ...Many thanks.... I find your videos very interesting and entertaining.. ,Was looking for a patch for my rucksack are you planning on stocking them again anytine soon?

  • @pastortlc1
    @pastortlc1 Před 3 lety

    Great video. Firebox also makes the Nano Stove which is smaller and lighter and it now comes in Titanium if you want it even lighter.

  • @higgsfieldinthefield9916

    I used to spend a lot of time climbing mountains and it taught me to prefer gear that you can use with minimum thought so that if you are cold and confused you can still function, the honey stove would be too much hassle for my mind but I have watched your more modern posts where you use the fire box, it really looks good and is on my buying list, but I have yet to find the exact model on the net [g2-5] I think. but it really is a fantastic piece of kit.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety +1

      Yes, the Honey is a bit fiddlier to assemble, but it’s nice and light and, having no moving parts, is really simple - the Firebox is amazing though! A titanium version would be the perfect stove I think! Cheers, Simon.

  • @martink9785
    @martink9785 Před 6 lety +1

    Great video! subscribed :) I was in a place looking for wood stoves a while ago and found outon stoves on amazon, very cheap and not bad quality.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  Před 6 lety

      Thanks Martin - glad you enjoyed it! I’ve not come across outon stoves before - I’ll have a look! Cheers! Thanks for watching and thanks for the sub!! Atb, Simon.