The Amicus with Stealth Igniter
Overview
The SOTO Amicus is the company’s first low-cost stove offering high-end performance, featuring a hidden electric igniter line and innovative wind-resistant design. With its spring-loaded pot supports and clever leg unfolding mechanism, it combines compact portability with reliable stability.
Expert Reviews
“Soto makes extremely good stoves and the Amicus is no exception.” — Phillip Werner, Section Hiker
“The Soto Amicus is a great all-weather stove and unarguably the best canister stove I have used thus far. It has definitely earned a top spot in my gear closet.” — Brian Hartman, Outdoor Backpack Gear Tester
Product Details
Model: OD-1NVE
Key Features
- Hidden electric line for stealth igniter
- Unique raised ledge at crown of burner head
- Concave burner surface for wind performance
- Spring-loaded pot supports
- Triple O-ring valve system
- Compatible with all major gas canisters
Technical Specifications
- Output: 2800 kcal/h | 3260w | 10210 BTU
- Burn Time: ~1.5 hours with 8 oz (250g) canister
- Weight: 2.9 oz (81g)
- Dimensions:
- In use: 3.0 × 4.0 × 3.4 inch (7.6 × 10.0 × 8.6 cm)
- Stowed: 1.7 × 1.6 × 3.0 inch (4.3 × 4.0 × 7.5 cm)
Usage Guidelines
- Compatible with all major gas canisters using Lindal valve
- Works with any combination of butane, isobutane and/or propane mixtures
- Ideal for camping and backpacking
- Capable of precise simmering
User Experience
“I’m a stove collector and I recently bought an Amicus and just got to see the leg unfolding mechanism. The way it uses a sprung rivet that lets the leg rotate and catch on the pivot is a very clever design! […] It deploys quickly, locks securely and easily folds back down by just gently pushing it off the latch.” — Eugene C.
Compatibility
SOTO’s stoves are designed to work with all major gas canisters on the market, including:
- Primus
- Snow Peak
- MSR
- Jetboil
The stove connects via the standard Lindal valve system, ensuring broad compatibility with different fuel canisters. While packaging may indicate a 70/30% mixture requirement, the stove performs well with various butane, isobutane, and propane combinations, allowing users to choose based on intended use and desired performance.