Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3 at a glance
In short: the Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3 scores 8,4/10 in our camping stove review (from €23). Biggest strength: 2,200 watts of power. Main compromise: only one burner.
All specifications come from manufacturer data sheets and the Amazon catalogue and were cross-checked before publication. The rating is an editorial overall assessment based on this data; we do not trial products ourselves.
Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3: what works and what doesn't?
What works well
- 2,200 watts of power: Brings water and meals up to temperature quickly, strong enough for daily camping use
- Piezo ignition: Lights the flame at the push of a button, with no match or lighter at all
- Carry case included: The stove is supplied in a hard case and so is well protected on the move
- Cheap entry point: At one of the lowest prices in the segment and from an established brand
- Widely available cartridges: CP250 valve cartridges are common and can be bought again almost anywhere
Points of criticism
- Only one burner: If you need several pots at once, you have to cook one after another, but adequate for solo and couples camping
- Ongoing cartridge costs: The CP250 valve cartridges are consumables and add to the running costs
- CP250 only: Only CP250 cartridges are compatible, pierce cartridges from other systems don't fit
Specifications in detail
| Type | Cartridge camping stove (1-burner) |
| Power | 2,200 W |
| Ignition | Piezo (at the push of a button) |
| Cartridge type | Campingaz CP250 (valve cartridge) |
| What is in the box | incl. carry case |
Build quality & everyday use
What carries the Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3 in everyday use: 2,200 watts of power (brings water and meals up to temperature quickly, strong enough for daily camping use) and Piezo ignition (lights the flame at the push of a button, with no match or lighter at all). You have to be honest about the weaknesses: only one burner. If you need several pots at once, you have to cook one after another, but adequate for solo and couples camping.
If you set the device up to save space, make sure it stands on a stable, level surface with some air around it. This protects the mechanics and electronics in continuous use.
Who is the Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3 suited to? (Buying advice)
Perfect for:
- ✓Solo and couples camping
- ✓Beginners on a small budget
- ✓Balcony and garden
- ✓Users within the CP250 cartridge system
Less suitable for:
- ✕Cooking for larger groups
- ✕Anyone who needs several pots at once
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Frequently asked questions about the Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3
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Verdict: is the Campingaz Camp’Bistro 3 worth it?
A solid option with a clear profile: if you can live with only one burner, from €23 you get one thing above all: 2,200 watts of power. Best suited to: solo and couples camping.
If you want to compare alternatives, you will find the detailed data and ratings on our camping stove comparison page.
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