SOTO

SOTO Gas Stoves for Backpacking, Wild Camping and Ultralight Outdoor Cooking

SOTO is a Japanese stove manufacturer with a reputation for precision engineering, wind resistance, and ultralight construction that has made the brand a firm choice among serious backpackers and long-distance walkers. Every stove in the SOTO range at Wylies is a canister gas stove — compact, fast to boil, and built for outdoor use where weight and packability matter. Browse the full camping stoves and accessories collection at Wylies Outdoor World to compare SOTO alongside other gas stove brands.

SOTO Windmaster Gas Stove for Wind-Resistant Backpacking

The SOTO Windmaster with 4Flex is the most wind-resistant stove in the SOTO range and the strongest choice for exposed camping in Scottish and UK upland conditions where wind is the primary enemy of efficient cooking. The Windmaster uses a micro-regulator that maintains consistent gas pressure in cold temperatures — a significant advantage over standard canister stoves that lose pressure and performance as the canister cools. The 4Flex pot support folds flat for packing and opens to four prongs for stability across a range of pot sizes. For backpackers who cook in exposed conditions, the Windmaster is the stove to start with.

SOTO Fusion Trek Gas Stove with Micro Regulator

The SOTO Fusion Trek with Micro Regulator is a remote canister stove — the burner sits on a separate arm from the canister, which allows the canister to be inverted for liquid feed in cold conditions and provides a lower, more stable cooking platform than a top-mounted stove. The micro-regulator maintains consistent output as the canister empties and in cold weather. The Fusion Trek suits campers who cook larger meals, use wider pots, or camp in cold conditions where canister pressure is a consistent problem with standard stoves.

SOTO Amicus Gas Stoves for Lightweight Camping

The SOTO Amicus is the most versatile stove in the SOTO range — a compact, lightweight canister gas stove available in three configurations to suit different needs. The SOTO Amicus with Stealth Ignitor adds a built-in piezo igniter for one-handed lighting without a separate lighter. The SOTO Amicus without Igniter is the lighter option for backpackers who carry a separate lighter and want to save every gram. The SOTO Amicus and New River Pot Combo pairs the Amicus stove with the SOTO New River Pot for a complete, matched cooking system straight out of the box — the right choice for campers who want stove and pot to nest together and pack as a single unit.

SOTO Gas Stove Questions Answered

What gas canisters do SOTO stoves use?

All SOTO stoves in this collection use standard threaded EN417 gas canisters — the same fitting used by most major camping stove brands including MSR, Primus, and Jetboil. Isobutane-propane blend canisters perform best in cold UK conditions, maintaining pressure at lower temperatures than standard butane canisters.

What is the difference between the SOTO Windmaster and the SOTO Amicus?

The Windmaster is the more wind-resistant and cold-weather capable stove, with a micro-regulator and a four-prong pot support designed specifically for exposed conditions. The Amicus is the lighter, more compact option for general backpacking and camping use where wind resistance is less of a priority. For Scottish hills and exposed UK upland camping, the Windmaster is the stronger choice. For woodland camping, lower-level routes, and general use, the Amicus covers the need at a lower weight and price point.

What is a micro-regulator on a gas stove?

A micro-regulator maintains consistent gas pressure between the canister and the burner regardless of canister fill level or ambient temperature. Standard canister stoves lose pressure and flame output as the canister empties or cools — a micro-regulator compensates for this, providing more consistent boil times and heat output across the full life of the canister. Both the SOTO Windmaster and SOTO Fusion Trek include micro-regulators.

Ask Drew About SOTO Stoves at Wylies

Wylies Outdoor World's owner Drew Wylie at Wylies Outdoor World is happy to help with stove selection or choosing between the Windmaster, Fusion Trek, and Amicus before you buy. Contact Drew at Wylies Outdoor World before you order.