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We all know that your camping trip isn’t complete without the right cookware to help
you prepare your meals outside. There’s just this pure magic to eating outdoors, surrounded
by nature and fresh air. Even if the campsite's ethos is to make do with what you have, you
want to ensure that the camping cook set you have is the best tool for the job.
Whether you are a camper who prefers to make gourmet meals by the campfire, or if you’re
the quintessential rugged outdoors type who only needs to boil an egg, we've got you covered.
Here are the best cookware sets for camping, including top-tested choices, famous brands,
and editor-recommended favorites.
Number 10. Pinnacle Camper Cookset
This is the cookware kit that has made many of our outdoor adventures truly unforgettable.
The smooth, Teflon-coated, hard-anodized non-stick aluminum pans were the clear winner in our
egg frying and scrambling test.
They were also distributed and browned evenly by the heat while we cooked a seasoned steak
on it.
The kit contains enough plates, cups, and bowls for four people, plus they come in a
vibrant color combination.
When you cook, the metal folding pot grabber gets hot, so be careful when you handle it
with bare hands. That being said, with a dish towel, it was very safe and easy to handle.
Number 9. Base Camp Cook Set for Four
This 21-piece set of cookware has been a clear top scorer in every category and is a great
deal for just 80 dollars. This cookware range is designed for four people and has all the
essentials you will need at your next outdoor kitchen.
We liked the efficiency and cohesion of all of the pieces. The ventilated deck is also
labeled with the proper stacking order to ensure that everything is stacked accordingly
when you finish cooking.
There was minimal sticking on the pan after cooking in our experiments, and the plates
were incredibly easy to clean after use.
Number 8. Even-Heat Camp Pro Cookset
This kit features a stainless steel pot, tray, and cup, which can handle even the roughest
of camping trips.
The handy locking bungees keep all the components nestled and stable. The comfortable diagram
on the base of the deck helps you correctly assemble all the parts for optimum storage.
This kit has everything you'd need for cooking, including a trivet, a cutting board, a spatula,
and a spoon.
This one performed well in our egg frying and steak cooking tests compared to other
stainless steel sets. However, clean-up was not as smooth as any of the other sets, so
just know that extra soaking and scrubbing were required on this set. But we have to
admit, the quality and longevity of this collection are hard to beat.
Number 7. X-Set 32
Whereas most of the camping cook sets nest together in a large cylinder shape, this set
comprises a large pot, a bowl, and a kettle which form a compact disc within each other.
This kind of nesting is feasible by the expandable silicone wall of the pot and the kettle.
In our experiments, the silicone handles on the pot kept cool the whole time, and when
used, they fell comfortably into the pot. We loved how simple it was after eggs were
fried and steaks were cooked.
Moreover, this modest package also comes with fun silicone lids. It should be noted that
this camping cookware kit is for use only with a stove and not on an open fire.
Number 6. Titanium Pot and Cup Combo Set
This kit is the most optimal one of all if you’re on a backpacking trip that needs
just the most basic of cookware for boiling water or cooking a simple dinner. Among all
the cookware sets we tested, this one is the most lightweight, which makes it an ideal
choice for backpackers and trekkers who would much prefer carrying fewer items.
We particularly liked its tablet-sized storage bag, making the cooking set easier to carry
than stuffing it inside an already-crammed backpack. You can also use the bag to store
a small gas tank and any other essentials you might need to bring with you.
While it may not include a pan for frying eggs or steaks, this camping cook set is more
geared toward campers who just want to cook simple meals, like hard-boiled eggs or pork
and beans while on the go. The pots included are also perfect for boiling water for coffee
or tea.
Since the cooking set is made of pure titanium, take caution when holding the metal handles
as these can easily heat up.
Number 5. Navigator Cook Set
Solo campers rejoice; here’s an outdoor cooking set that’s suitable for you. With
parts and accessories that are compact and light, it’s specially tailored for solo
campers who prefer an ultra-portable cookware that’s easy to clean and store.
We observed that this anodized aluminum set didn’t fry an egg as evenly as the other
sets in this list when we experimented with it. However, this cookware kit performed well
with lesser complex cooking methods, such as boiling water or frying meat.
This handy cooking set comes with a dual-purpose, detachable tongs and pot handle, and its lid
is also multi-functional, which can also be used as a chopping board, a stabilizer for
the fuel tank, or a colander.
Number 4. Blacklock Triple Seasoned Deep Skillet
This may look heavy, but once you cook with this cast iron skillet, you’ll understand
why it’s one of the best out there for outdoor cooking. For people who frequent the great
outdoors, it’s better to keep this handy in your car or RV as it’s a handy tool you’ll
be using a lot.
This cast iron deep skillet had the highest performance in terms of heat delivery and
longevity when we did our boiling and searing tests. Due to its heavier 24 pound or 11 kilogram
weight, it does pose challenges with handling, especially over a campfire, and cleaning,
compared to much lighter cookware sets mentioned here. But we can’t overstate enough how
this cast iron skillet beats all the rest when it comes to volume and durability. We
even did another test wherein we compared it to a 5 point 5 quart Dutch oven, and the
results of the cast iron skillet was pretty much the same to the Dutch oven, whether we
fried a burger, cooked an egg, or boiled water.
Always have cooking gloves or a thick piece of cloth when handling this skillet while
cooking and remember that cast iron pots need a lot more T.L.C. and proper cleaning solutions
compared to other cookware sets because of its material. Pack a clean rag and a small
bottle of cooking oil with you to season the skillet after each time you use it so it can
last longer.
Number 3. Ultimate Base Camp Kit
They are right to name this camp cook set “Ultimate,” as indeed, it has everything
you need to have a portable, outdoor kitchen when you’re out camping or trekking. This
cookware set comes with a pot, a mobile stove, a kettle, cups, and dishes. The mobile stove
is easy to assemble and performs well with regards to keeping its fire going for a while,
keeping your food or water warm for a long time.
The clip-on handle didn’t grip the metal pots and pans in the set as steadily as we’d
like for it to, but we were highly impressed with how easy it was to turn on this set’s
heat source for the kettle, the pot, and the pan. It also didn’t take long for us to
boil water, which is a big bonus when you’re out camping.
If you anticipate cooking much more complicated meals on your trek or camping trip, then this
might not be the most ideal set for you as its implements are more catered toward simple
cooking steps like boiling water.
Number 2. Selkirk Anodized Camping Cook Set
For small groups or families that love to camp out together, this super sleek and lightweight
nesting kit might be the one you’d like to look in to. It did not cook as evenly during
the egg frying test, which we found to be a bit sluggish in terms of cooking time. However,
it seared steaks and boiled water quite effectively.
We really like the folding silicone handles of its pots and pans, which never heated up
during the entire cooking process and made handling the cookware much more convenient
in comparison to the rest. We also adored its metal kettle because unlike the others,
this particular kettle was the only one that fit perfectly into its packed set. The other
kettles that had the silicone sides on them were not ideal for open-fire.
The only downside with this camping cook set is that it does not come with any accessories
and other utensils, which means you’ll have to buy these items separately.
Number 1. Bugaboo Base Camper Cookset
Multi-functionality is the name of the game with this cookware set as not only does it
have two pans, a saucepan, and a strainer, but it also comes with four insulated bowls,
four dishes, and a soldered bag that can double as a drain.
Without question, we have to say that this camping kit outperforms the rest with regards
to the non-stick surface of its pots and pans. We were so amazed at how top-grade it was
that even without the use of cooking oil, we were able to fry eggs that just slid off
the pan easily. Another plus is how effortless it was to wash the implements with just warm
water. Even with a scarce supply of running water, we were able to clean them up quickly.
We also observed that the nicely painted finish on the pots’ and pan’s exterior wasn’t
just for aesthetic purposes but also for utility as the outside coating prevents them from
abrasion and discoloration.
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