Best Camping Kettles of 2026
We tested kettles for canister stoves, alcohol burners, and campfires to find the ones worth packing, from a 6.7-ounce solo pot to a 2-liter group boiler.
Outdoor Cooking Reviews
Coolers, camp stoves, grills, smokers, fire pits, pizza ovens and camp cookware, for cooking over fire and fuel at camp or in the backyard.
Best Cast Iron Skillets for Camping of 2026
We tested cast iron skillets for campfire and camp-stove cooking, from a 6.5-inch solo pan to a 12-inch group skillet, and picked the best for each camp.
The Best Dutch Ovens for Camping, From 2 to 12 Quarts
We tested cast iron Dutch ovens for campfire and coal cooking, from a 2-quart solo pot to a 12-quart group oven, to find the ones worth carrying.
Best Electric Smokers of 2026
We tested electric smokers for capacity, temperature control, smoke output, and durability. Here are the best picks for backyard BBQ, small patios, fish.
Best Outdoor Deep Fryers of 2026
We tested propane outdoor fryers from 10-quart fish pots to a 12-gallon cart. Here is what holds heat, what holds up, and which one to buy.
Best Pellet Smokers Under $500 of 2026
We tested pellet smokers under $500 to find the ones that hold temperature, feed a crowd, and still leave room in the budget.
Best Pellet Smokers of 2026
We tested pellet smokers for steady heat, capacity, and portability. Our top pick is the Traeger Woodridge; see the best portable and RV-ready options.
Best Alcohol Stoves of 2026
We tested alcohol stoves for backpacking and camp cooking. The Trangia Spirit Burner is our top pick; here's the best ultralight and budget option.
Best Backpacking Stoves of 2026
We tested canister stoves for fast boils, windy ridges, cold mornings, and real cooking, so you can balance weight, fuel, and control.
Best Camping Griddles of 2026
We cooked on propane flat-tops, cast iron, and camp-stove griddles to pick the best camping griddles for big breakfasts, wind, and fire.
Best Camping Grill Stove Combos of 2026
We tested grill-and-stove combos for camping and tailgating: the best for simultaneous grilling and boiling, for griddles, and for stand-up cooking.
Best Camping Grills of 2026
We tested portable gas, charcoal, and pellet grills to find the best for tailgating, RV trips, and campsites, with picks for every size and budget.
Best Camping Stoves of 2026
We tested propane, butane, dual-fuel, and canister camping stoves to pick the best for car camping, group cooking, and backpacking.
Best Electric Coolers of 2026
We tested 12-volt compressor coolers for road trips, camping, and truck cabs. Here's how to size one, power it, and pick the one that fits your rig.
Best Ice Packs for Coolers of 2026
We tested ice packs in hard coolers, soft bags, and backpacks to find the ones that hold cold longest, freeze fastest, and fit without wasting space.
Best Remote Canister Stoves of 2026
We tested remote canister stoves for stable, cold-weather cooking. Here's what's worth carrying, from ultralight titanium to four-season workhorses.
Best Single Burner Propane Stoves of 2026
We tested single-burner propane stoves for camp, tailgate, and backyard cooking. Here's the burner to buy for big pots, for simmering, or for packing small.
Best 100 Qt Coolers of 2026
We tested 100-quart-class hard coolers for group camping, tailgates, and long ice retention, with wheeled, budget, premium, and bear-resistant picks.
Best Backpack Coolers of 2026
We tested eight backpack coolers on beaches, trails, and tailgates to find the ones that stay cold, carry well, and keep water off your back.
Best Coolers with Wheels of 2026
We rolled wheeled coolers over sand, gravel, and pavement to find the ones that hold ice and hold up, from a budget roller to a premium hauler.
Best Coolers of 2026
Hard coolers and soft bags tested for beach days, hunt camps, and tailgates — which hold ice, which haul easily, and which to skip.
Best Rotomolded Coolers of 2026
We tested seven hard-sided ice chests from YETI, RTIC, Lifetime, Pelican, and Igloo to find which ones hold ice longest for the money.
Best Small Coolers of 2026
We tested compact hard and soft coolers for the truck, the tailgate, and the trail. Here is which small ice chest keeps cold and carries best.
Best Soft Coolers of 2026
We tested soft coolers for beach days, road trips, and campsites. These totes and backpacks balance ice retention, portability, leak resistance, and value.