MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Camp Stove vs Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Camp Stove
MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Camp Stove
Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill
Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill
Verified Confidence: 81%

Verdict: These products serve fundamentally different purposes—one is an ultralight backpacking stove and the other a full-size home pellet grill—so direct comparison is limited. The MSR PocketRocket Deluxe wins on portability with its 4.6 oz weight (per MSR specs) while the Traeger Ironwood 885 offers 885 sq in of cooking area and Wi-Fi controls (per Traeger). The Ironwood 885 edges the verdict for stationary users needing high-volume smoking.

Winner: Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Camp Stove: 6.5/10

Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill: 7/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Camp StoveTraeger Ironwood 885 Grill
Weight4.6 oz175 lbs
Fuel TypeIsobutane/propane canisterWood pellets
Heat Output10,000 BTUUp to 500°F
Dimensions5.3 x 3.3 x 2.5 in (packed)53 x 27 x 49 in

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Camp Stove

What works

  • Weighs only 4.6 oz for backpacking
  • Boils 1 liter in 3.5 minutes
  • Includes piezo igniter and windscreen

What doesn't

  • Limited to small pots and single-burner use
  • Requires separate fuel canisters

Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill

What works

  • 885 sq in cooking surface
  • Wi-Fi enabled with app control
  • Integrated meat probe and hopper cleanout

What doesn't

  • Requires electricity and dedicated outdoor space
  • Heavy and not portable

Bottom line

Our pick: Traeger Ironwood 885 Grill.

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