I had the original jetboil PCS when they first came out and it was good until it burst into flames unexpectedly one day.It took me a few years to trust jetboil again but now i have both a Zip and a Minimo.They are good for fast boil and stability but even the minimo isn't a great "cooker", i see it still as a water boiler first and foremost.On reflection i think the zip is a better solution, lighter, more compact and cheaper, for fast boiling, i think the minimo is not as good a design, the gas cylinder barely fits inside, tight enough to scratch the interior of the pot and prevent the lid closing securely, its much more expensive for not a lot more usability.The insulated sleeve is easier to remove on the zip and flash, the minimo is more complicated and you ... MoreI had the original jetboil PCS when they first came out and it was good until it burst into flames unexpectedly one day.It took me a few years to trust jetboil again but now i have both a Zip and a Minimo.They are good for fast boil and stability but even the minimo isn't a great "cooker", i see it still as a water boiler first and foremost.On reflection i think the zip is a better solution, lighter, more compact and cheaper, for fast boiling, i think the minimo is not as good a design, the gas cylinder barely fits inside, tight enough to scratch the interior of the pot and prevent the lid closing securely, its much more expensive for not a lot more usability.The insulated sleeve is easier to remove on the zip and flash, the minimo is more complicated and you have to remove the handles.If i need more capacity i think the flash would be a better unit than the minimo.On paper the minimo doesn't seem a lot bigger or heavier but side by side it looks and feels bulky and heavy compared to the zip.Its ok, well finished but for me its not a great design, i will probably sell my minimo and keep my zip.

Absurdly Efficient

I was looking to maybe lighten up my pack this summer and the only item really in question was my cook kit. Was looking at Soto Windmaster with a titanium pot to cut down on some ounces but not ability. Just to see what this MiniMo could do I went outside to do a test to see how much fuel it uses up for a typical dehydrated meal water boil. I boiled 1.5 cups with an outside temp of 40 degrees F with a slight wind. It used 4 g of fuel (0.14 oz). That's absurd. Depending on the length of the trip if another stove isn't nearly this efficient any weight gains from a lighter cook kit may be offset by the need to carry more fuel depending on how much you use it. The other factor I am taking into consideration for my personal comparison to keep this over getting something ... MoreI was looking to maybe lighten up my pack this summer and the only item really in question was my cook kit. Was looking at Soto Windmaster with a titanium pot to cut down on some ounces but not ability. Just to see what this MiniMo could do I went outside to do a test to see how much fuel it uses up for a typical dehydrated meal water boil. I boiled 1.5 cups with an outside temp of 40 degrees F with a slight wind. It used 4 g of fuel (0.14 oz). That's absurd. Depending on the length of the trip if another stove isn't nearly this efficient any weight gains from a lighter cook kit may be offset by the need to carry more fuel depending on how much you use it. The other factor I am taking into consideration for my personal comparison to keep this over getting something like the Windmaster is that I feel much safer using this in the vestibule of my tent if it is raining as the flame is more contained while the Soto and a Toaks pot will have the flame pushed out around the pot which just worries me with the flame able to be somewhat closer to the tent material. Finally, I can fit a small fuel canister, the heating element, and a Sea to Summit X-Mug in it using a rubber band strap thing to keep it all closed up because it pushes on the lid a bit.

Best 3 season system

I bought mine 6 yrs ago and and it continues to work flawlessly. I have played with other systems and every time have come back to this. It fires every time, boils ridiculously fast, and you can control the flame to actually cook on it. Everything is all pieced out so you can leave items behind if you don’t need them i.e. I leave the pot holder at home when I don’t need it, and legs and cover as well.. I read a few reviews about bad ignition - sometimes the ignition needle gets squashed or moves in your bag and you need to adjust it so it is set appropriately off of the fuel table. Move it with your fingers and you’re all set. Other reviews talk about not wanting to put the pieces back together for fear of contamination. Carry a small piece of tin foil to set the ... MoreI bought mine 6 yrs ago and and it continues to work flawlessly. I have played with other systems and every time have come back to this. It fires every time, boils ridiculously fast, and you can control the flame to actually cook on it. Everything is all pieced out so you can leave items behind if you don’t need them i.e. I leave the pot holder at home when I don’t need it, and legs and cover as well.. I read a few reviews about bad ignition - sometimes the ignition needle gets squashed or moves in your bag and you need to adjust it so it is set appropriately off of the fuel table. Move it with your fingers and you’re all set. Other reviews talk about not wanting to put the pieces back together for fear of contamination. Carry a small piece of tin foil to set the legs on and then separate that from the cookware. Don’t let operator error and operator stupidity detour you from purchasing one of the best cooking systems out there.

Great until it melted

So I have had this for almost 2 years, and up until now I had no problems. It boiled fast and is perfect size and weight for backpacking. I do not use this all the time maybe on average twice a month. During my last use the plastic started melting. Unfortunately I am out of REI's return window and not under JetBoil warranty anymore. I researched this issue, and it sounds like a very common problem on the MiniMo. So I did contact JetBoil to see what they could do, and they offered me 35% off any new new unit. I'm not satisfied nor completely dissatisfied with their response since its out of warranty. But I don't think I'm interested in paying that much for a unit that will probably have same issue. I will look at MSR for my next one since my husband has had his for 4 ... MoreSo I have had this for almost 2 years, and up until now I had no problems. It boiled fast and is perfect size and weight for backpacking. I do not use this all the time maybe on average twice a month. During my last use the plastic started melting. Unfortunately I am out of REI's return window and not under JetBoil warranty anymore. I researched this issue, and it sounds like a very common problem on the MiniMo. So I did contact JetBoil to see what they could do, and they offered me 35% off any new new unit. I'm not satisfied nor completely dissatisfied with their response since its out of warranty. But I don't think I'm interested in paying that much for a unit that will probably have same issue. I will look at MSR for my next one since my husband has had his for 4 years without issue.

Great, but not perfect

Heat control works as well as advertised. Cooking pancakes (with Jetboil skillet), pasta, and of course, boiling water, all accomplished perfectly. I do have a couple of small issues with the whole package. First, the bottom "cup" could be a lot more useful. It's essentially a "uni-tasker"- it's only good for holding cold liquids and feels fragile. A silicone cup would have been much more useful and durable. Secondly, the canister stand, the one included in my kit anyway, will not hold a 250g butane canister without risk of breakage. The smaller canisters work without a hiccup, but I prefer the Coleman 250's because they are more economical and available locally. Can't store a canister inside the pot without leaving some of the accessories behind anyway, whish is a ... MoreHeat control works as well as advertised. Cooking pancakes (with Jetboil skillet), pasta, and of course, boiling water, all accomplished perfectly. I do have a couple of small issues with the whole package. First, the bottom "cup" could be a lot more useful. It's essentially a "uni-tasker"- it's only good for holding cold liquids and feels fragile. A silicone cup would have been much more useful and durable. Secondly, the canister stand, the one included in my kit anyway, will not hold a 250g butane canister without risk of breakage. The smaller canisters work without a hiccup, but I prefer the Coleman 250's because they are more economical and available locally. Can't store a canister inside the pot without leaving some of the accessories behind anyway, whish is a common complaint.

Perfect Application

Like all Jetfoil stoves, this one hits the mark cleanly. Quickly boils water, as well as handy for heating other items such as soup. I've cooked everything from mac and cheese to beef smoked sausage in this thing. It works great. The simmer control is unparalleled by any other camping stove.My only complaint is that the rivets holding the handle on aren't covered by the koozie or the handle guards so you have to be careful to avoid burning your knuckle. But any other titanium pot will burn you no matter where you grab it so just know to be careful.

Poor Quality Control. Two Defective Units In A Row

After using and enjoying the Jetboil Zip for quite some time, I decided to try out the MiniMo. Looking for something that could be used for more than just boiling water, I was hopeful that this system could get the job done. This most likely would have been the case as well, if I actually received a unit in working order....The first unit I received had a functional burner, but the metal ring that holds the plastic shroud in place was extremely loose and felt like it might separate. This was not the case on the replacement so I know that this was indeed a manufacturer defect. The problem with the first unit was that because the metal ring was so loose, it had bent out of alignment. This means that the MiniMo cup fit crooked on the burner and was completely ... MoreAfter using and enjoying the Jetboil Zip for quite some time, I decided to try out the MiniMo. Looking for something that could be used for more than just boiling water, I was hopeful that this system could get the job done. This most likely would have been the case as well, if I actually received a unit in working order....The first unit I received had a functional burner, but the metal ring that holds the plastic shroud in place was extremely loose and felt like it might separate. This was not the case on the replacement so I know that this was indeed a manufacturer defect. The problem with the first unit was that because the metal ring was so loose, it had bent out of alignment. This means that the MiniMo cup fit crooked on the burner and was completely unleveled. Comparing this to my Jetboil Zip which sits completely level. I ended up taking this one back to my local REI for a replacement of the same kind.The replacement unit I received at first glance seemed to be perfect. Everything felt solid, and fit together snug. The cup fit level on the burner and wasn't crooked. But then I tried actually using it. On startup the gas would come out in spurts until you turned the pressure up. And at low enough pressure the entire flame would actually be YELLOW. It also was heavily biased to one side and often holes on one side would not even have gas coming out of them. The yellow flame left a giant black soot mark on the bottom of the cup as well. The regulator on this unit was defective right out of the box.I never got a third replacement for the Jetboil MiniMo, just ended up returning it. I will be looking into other brands now, definitely not Jetboil. How can something that cost so much, be such poor quality?

Simmers well, but has a few problematic features

I took this stove on a 17 day hike on the Larapinta Trail (NT), and it was perfect until day 4 when the piezo igniter stopped working. Luckily I'd packed matches as back-up. A few days later the plastic cup split down the middle, so I couldn't rehydrate meals using it, or have a cuppa at camp while my dinner was on the go. I've since had a look at others' reviews, and understand the cup breaking is somewhat common. While the MiniMo system boils water like nobody's business, and simmers pretty well, I'd potentially put together a lighter kit with sturdier components (skip the igniter) next time, and sacrifice the boil time, e.g. Soto Windmaster, Optimus Terra Solo pots and windshield, and matches.

Super fast and efficient backpacking stove

We’ve used the JetBoil MiniMo on one camping trip so far. It heats water to boiling extremely quickly. We have not yet used it for cooking with other pots/pans, but the adjustable flame seems like it will be great for that so we can cook some fresh foods when weight isn’t as much of a concern. It is very lightweight and compact. I chose this over the MightyMo due to size and am happy I did. When feeding two, it is easy enough to boil twice and only takes additional time to pour and refill. Since less water goes into the smaller boiler, it heats in less time. Makes it much more backpack friendly. Having to store the fuel separately is not an issue at all. It’s always easier to find space in my pack for two small items instead of one large one. I would definitely ... MoreWe’ve used the JetBoil MiniMo on one camping trip so far. It heats water to boiling extremely quickly. We have not yet used it for cooking with other pots/pans, but the adjustable flame seems like it will be great for that so we can cook some fresh foods when weight isn’t as much of a concern. It is very lightweight and compact. I chose this over the MightyMo due to size and am happy I did. When feeding two, it is easy enough to boil twice and only takes additional time to pour and refill. Since less water goes into the smaller boiler, it heats in less time. Makes it much more backpack friendly. Having to store the fuel separately is not an issue at all. It’s always easier to find space in my pack for two small items instead of one large one. I would definitely purchase this again.

Unstable, igniter stops working

I’ve had mine for a few years and all I can say is just go for something simple like the pocket rocket. More parts is more that can go wrong. The igniter on mine stopped working relatively quickly. Two things that really bother me is how the stand for pots and pans is extremely unstable, and there is a fuel sputtering problem which makes me worried about fuel escaping from the valve. I have used it very gently, and I am a bit dissatisfied with the price of it. You live and you learn. Just stick to the simple things that will get the job done.