Primus Alika 2-Burner Propane and Butane Camp Stove

The Primus Alika is a two-burner camp stove built around a fully open, 360-degree cooking layout. The removable lid lets people gather and cook from any side, while a wide burner rated at 13,300 BTU and a narrow burner rated at 10,000 BTU handle everything from a rolling boil to a low simmer simultaneously. The stove ships configured for a 1 lb propane tank and includes an adapter, washer, and tool to connect a Lindal-valve butane canister. Gas is not included.

Cook from Every Side, Not Just the Front

Most two-burner stoves face one direction and keep everyone else at arm's length. The Alika's lid lifts off entirely, opening the cooking surface to everyone around the table or tailgate. That matters on a group trip where two people want to stir at once, or where the camp layout doesn't let you stand directly in front of the stove. The cooking surface accommodates pots up to 28 cm, so a large pot of pasta and a sauté pan can run at the same time without crowding.

The removed lid serves a second purpose: oak laths on its surface make it a functional hot plate for pans pulled off the burners. That keeps hot cookware off the picnic table and keeps the workflow moving without hunting for a trivet.

Two Distinct Burners, Precise Control

The wide and narrow burners are sized differently by design, not just labeled differently. Each delivers its own flame pattern suited to different cookware and cooking styles, and both offer precise flame adjustment across their full range. Integrated windscreens lock into position around each burner, reducing the flame inconsistency that makes outdoor cooking frustrating on breezy days. Piezo ignition lights each burner without a separate lighter.

Built to Pack and Clean Up Easily

The Alika's die-cast aluminum sides keep weight down while the powder-coated steel lid and base resist dents and surface wear over seasons of use. Brass hardware details are functional as well as durable. When the trip is over, the enameled steel pot supports and stainless steel drip tray both lift out for cleaning separately from the stove body. A spring-action locking mechanism secures the regulator in transit, and a flexible webbing handle makes carrying straightforward. Closed dimensions of 3.2 by 23.9 by 10.7 inches let the stove slide into a vehicle cargo area, a gear bin, or under a bench without dedicated storage space.

Features

• 360-degree cooking layout: removable lid opens the stove to users on all sides
• Dual burners, 13,300 BTU and 10,000 BTU: one wide, one narrow, each with independent precise flame control
• Dual-fuel compatible: ships ready for 1 lb propane; includes adapter, washer, and tool for Lindal-valve butane canisters
• Oak-lath lid doubles as a hot plate: keeps pans off the table when removed from the burner
• Piezo ignition: no lighter or matches required
• Integrated locking windscreens: hold position to stabilize flame in wind
• Removable enameled steel pot supports and stainless steel drip tray: clean separately from the stove body

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

The Primus Alika suits car campers, overlanders, and group cooks who want a two-burner stove that works as a social centerpiece, particularly groups where multiple people cook at once or where the camp layout doesn't allow everyone to stand on one side. The dual-fuel design suits camps that stock either propane canisters or Lindal-valve backpacking canisters.

At 10.4 lb, the Alika is designed for vehicle-supported camping and is not a backpacking stove. Gas is not included with the stove. The stove accommodates pots up to 28 cm; cookware larger than that is not supported by the pot supports.

Common Questions

Does the Primus Alika come with a fuel canister?

No. The Primus Alika does not include gas. The stove ships configured for a standard 1 lb / 16 oz propane tank, and a Lindal-valve butane canister adapter, washer, and installation tool are included in the box. The fuel canister itself must be purchased separately.

Can the Alika run on backpacking-style butane canisters?

Yes. The Primus Alika ships ready for a 1 lb propane tank and includes a separate adapter, washer, and tool for connecting to a Lindal-valve butane canister, the same threaded canister format used by most backpacking stoves. No additional parts are needed beyond what is in the box.

Do both burners ignite without a lighter?

Yes. The Primus Alika has built-in piezo ignition, so both burners light without a separate lighter or matches. Each burner ignites independently, and flame level is adjusted with precise individual controls across the full range of each burner.

How does the removable lid work, and what are the oak laths for?

The Primus Alika's lid lifts off entirely, opening the cooking surface so people can cook and interact from any direction around the stove. Once removed, the lid's oak lath surface serves as a hot plate, giving pans pulled off the burners a place to rest without going directly onto a table or the ground.

How difficult is the Alika to clean after cooking?

The Primus Alika is designed with cleanup in mind. The enameled steel pot supports and stainless steel drip tray both lift out of the stove body and can be cleaned separately. The stove closes and locks with a spring-action mechanism for storage after the cooking surface has been wiped down.