Portable Gas Stoves

A portable gas stove — also called a portable gas cooktop, hob or mini gas cooker — is a single-burner stove that runs on a small butane can instead of an LPG connection. ZORACook portable gas stoves start at ₹350 for the foldable Mini Camping Stove (a mini gas stove for hostel and PG rooms, treks and travel) and go up to ₹1,099 for the full-size Portable Gas Stove with carry case and built-in igniter, built for camping, power cuts and LPG-delay backup. Both run on a 225g cassette-type butane can (₹199) — butane, not LPG, so no connection or electricity is needed. Want it ready to cook? Get the mini gas stove with cylinder (₹499), with the can in the same box. Free delivery across India, no minimum order; cash on delivery, UPI, cards, wallets and net banking accepted. Use in ventilated areas and keep away from children.

Compare ZORACook Portable Gas Stoves

Both take the same fuel: a 225g cassette-type butane can at ₹199. Want the fuel in the same box? The stove-and-gas kits listed further down this page bundle both — mini stove kits from ₹499, portable stove kits from ₹1,186 — and you can also browse every bundle in combo packs.

How to Choose Between the Portable Stove and Mini Camping Stove

Choose the Portable Gas Stove (₹1,099) if you need a full cooking surface for real meals — power cuts, rental rooms without LPG, or family camping trips. Choose the Mini Camping Stove (₹350) if you're backpacking or trekking and need something that fits in a bag and weighs almost nothing. Full breakdown: mini vs portable comparison guide.

One difference worth knowing: on the mini stove the can screws horizontally into a threaded port on the side of the stove body, and the stove stands on its own folding legs. On the portable stove the can slots sideways into the side housing, and a clamp lever marked LOCK / UNLOCK — on the front panel beside the control knob — holds it in place. Both use the same cassette-type can — neither takes a threaded EN417 screw-on canister.

Stove and Gas Kits — Ready to Cook on Arrival

A stove on its own arrives without fuel. These kits ship the stove and its 225g butane cans together, so you can cook the day the parcel lands. Every kit costs less than buying the same stove and the same number of cans separately — the saving column below is that exact arithmetic, using the live single-can price of ₹199.

The largest saving on this page is the Mini Camping Stove + 4 cans at ₹899 (₹247 off buying the parts separately). If you only want to try a stove first, the Mini Camping Stove + 1 can at ₹499 is the cheapest complete, ready-to-cook setup ZORACook sells.

Portable Stove Guides

Everything we have published on portable butane cooking, grouped by what you are trying to work out.

Choosing a stove

Portable stove buying guide — six things to check first · Mini vs portable — which size fits your trip · Best portable camping stove under ₹2,000 · Best stove if you have no LPG connection · Mini Camping Stove — price, specs and FAQ · Both ZORACook stoves reviewed · Gas stove vs induction cooktop

Fuel and runtime

How long a butane cylinder lasts & how many cans to pack · Runtime by flame level, can size and cost per hour · Seven reasons a can empties faster than it should · Butane gas calculator — work out how many cans your trip needs · Cassette vs screw-on — which can fits your stove · Butane vs propane vs LPG · Mini stove ke saath kitni butane cans chahiye · Why butane weakens below 5°C

Setting up and using it safely

First-time setup & lighting, step by step · Stove not working? 9 problems and how to fix them · Which rooms in an Indian home indoor use is safe in · How much ventilation is enough, and carbon monoxide · Carrying a stove or butane can on a train or flight

Where people actually use them

As an LPG backup at home · Cooking through a power cut · Hostel & PG cooking for students · Camping cooking checklist for India · Running a food stall, live counter or exhibition pitch

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a portable gas stove cost in India?

ZORACook portable gas stoves start at ₹350 for the foldable Mini Camping Stove and ₹1,099 for the full-size Portable Gas Stove with carry case. Fuel is priced separately: one 225g cassette-type butane can is ₹199. If you want the stove and its gas together, ready-to-cook kits run from ₹499 (mini stove with 1 can) up to ₹1,695 (portable stove with 4 cans). Delivery is free anywhere in India with no minimum order, and cash on delivery is accepted.

What is the best portable camping stove under ₹1,000 in India?

The ZORACook Mini Camping Stove at ₹350 is a strong pick under ₹1,000 — a foldable butane burner built for backpackers and trekkers. For a full-size option, the ZORACook Portable Gas Stove (₹1,099) is a single-burner butane stove with carry case, ideal for home backup and family camping. Both run on standard 225g butane cassette cylinders, sold separately.

What is the best portable camping stove under ₹2,000 in India?

Under ₹2,000, ZORACook's full range fits comfortably: the Portable Gas Stove at ₹1,099 (carry case included, full-size burner for family meals) and the Mini Camping Stove at ₹350 (foldable, for trekking) both come in well under budget — leaving room to also add butane cylinders. The Portable Gas Stove + 4 Gas Cylinders combo at ₹1,695 is also under ₹2,000 and is ready to cook on arrival.

Is the ZORACook portable stove a good LPG backup option for Indian households?

Yes — the ZORACook Portable Gas Stove works as an LPG-independent backup, letting a household cook full meals without depending on the gas agency. It runs on butane cassette cylinders available separately, and the compact carry case means you can store it safely until needed.

Is the portable stove windproof for outdoor use?

Neither ZORACook stove is sold as a windproof stove, and we do not publish a wind rating for either one. Like any cassette-type burner, the flame is affected by moving air. On exposed ground — high-altitude treks, open fields or coastal sites — use a windshield or set up behind natural shelter such as a rock, wall or ridge. In calm or sheltered conditions no windshield is needed.

Which butane cylinders are compatible with ZORACook portable stoves?

Both ZORACook portable stoves use standard cassette-type butane cylinders. ZORACook sells its own 225g cylinders as single cans and in packs of 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 12 — see the Butane Gas Cylinders collection. Third-party cassette-type butane cans of the same form factor also work. Threaded EN417 screw-on canisters will not fit.

How long does one butane cylinder last on a portable stove?

Roughly 2–2.5 hours of cooking on a medium flame, or about 1–1.5 hours on a high flame, and longer on a low simmer. For a weekend camping trip, bring 2–3 cylinders. For daily home backup use (1 meal per day), one cylinder per week is a reasonable estimate. To work out your own trip, use the butane gas calculator.

Can I use a portable butane stove indoors during a power cut?

Yes — in a well-ventilated room with a window open, a butane stove is safe for indoor use, just like a regular gas stove. Never use it in a closed, airtight room, tent, or car. Keep it away from curtains and anything flammable. Remove and store the cylinder after cooking.

Does the portable stove include gas cylinders?

No — the stoves listed on their own do not include fuel; butane cylinders are sold separately. Add a ZORACook 225g Butane Gas Cylinder (₹199) or a value pack to your order, or pick one of the stove-and-gas kits above, which ship the stove and its cans together from ₹499.

Is portable gas stove delivery instant, or how long does it take?

Delivery is not instant, but it is fast: orders placed before the 2:00 PM IST cut-off ship the same day. Transit typically takes 3–5 days across India. Delivery is free across India with no minimum order, and cash on delivery is available.

Which portable gas stove is best for a hostel or PG room?

The Mini Camping Stove at ₹350 is the smaller, cheaper option and folds away after use. To get a stove and fuel in one order, the Mini Camping Stove + 2 cans kit is ₹599. Read the hostel and PG cooking guide for room-safety rules.

Which portable gas stove should I buy for power cuts at home?

For regular family cooking, the full-size Portable Gas Stove at ₹1,099 (carry case included, built-in igniter) is the better fit. With fuel in the same box, the Portable Gas Stove + 2 cans kit is ₹1,350. See cooking through a power cut.