Coleman Triton 2-Burner Propane Stove, Portable Camping Cooktop with 2 Adjustable Burners & Wind Guards, 22,000 BTUs Review (2026)

Burner output and layout

The Triton puts out 22,000 total BTUs split across two burners rated at 11,000 BTUs each, giving enough combined heat to run a full breakfast of eggs, bacon, and coffee at the same time rather than juggling one burner. The cooking surface is sized to fit one 10 inch pan and one 12 inch pan simultaneously, which is a reasonable spread for a two-burner camp stove and covers most everyday camp cooking without needing a second stove. Each burner adjusts independently, so one side can hold a low simmer for sauce while the other runs hotter for searing or boiling water.

Wind guards and outdoor cooking

Fold-up wind guards on both sides of the stove help shield the flame from breezes, which matters more for propane camp stoves than people expect, since a gusty campsite can knock down a flame or cause uneven heating without some kind of shielding. These guards fold flat when not needed and pop back up for exposed sites, which is a small but genuinely useful feature for anyone cooking outdoors regularly rather than only under an awning. Coleman has used this wind guard design across its Triton line for years, so it is a well proven part of the stove.

Ignition and daily operation

This base Triton model does not include an ignition system, so lighting the burners means using a match or a separate lighter rather than pressing a button, which is the main functional difference between this stove and the Triton Plus version that adds InstaStart ignition. For campers who already carry a lighter for a campfire or lantern, this is a minor inconvenience rather than a dealbreaker, and it also means there are no ignition electronics that can eventually wear out or need replacing. It does mean lighting the stove in wind or rain takes a bit more care than a push-button model.

Size, weight, and portability

The stove folds closed with a latch for transport and storage, keeping the burners and grates protected when packed into a vehicle or an RV basement compartment between trips out on the road. It runs on standard 16 ounce propane cylinders, which are widely available at gas stations and outdoor stores along the way, so fuel is rarely hard to find on a longer road trip or an extended camping season. Coleman has sold variations of this Triton stove for a long time, and the current version keeps the same general footprint and folding design that has made it a common, recognizable sight at campgrounds and tailgates alike.

Who this stove suits

The Triton fits campers who want a dependable, no-frills two-burner stove and do not mind lighting it with a match, especially anyone who already prioritizes simple mechanical gear that has fewer parts to fail over time out on the road. Its 22,000 BTU output and dual pan capacity make it a solid main cooking setup for a family or small group at an RV site rather than a minimalist backpacking stove meant for a single hiker. Campers who specifically want push-button ignition should look at the Triton Plus instead, since it uses the same burner layout, wind guards, and total BTU output with InstaStart added on top for a modest premium.

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