Budget Backpacking Cookware
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Sweet Spot Recommendations
For most budget backpackers who plan to cook on the trail, I recommend a 750-mL aluminum or titanium pot.
Pots
MSRP $13.25
Capacity: 40 oz (about 1183 ml)
Weight: 4 oz
Dimensions: 5.62″L x 8″W x 4″H
Works great as a pot for boiling water
MSRP $26.00
Capacity: 25.4oz (750 ml)
Weight: 3.9 oz
Dimensions: 4.33″D x 3.74″W x 3.74″H
Material: Titanium
Bowls
$9.99 as of 11/1/2025
MSRP $11.99
Better than a bowl because you can screw on the lid to store leftovers.