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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Fire Starters
Rank | Product Name | Score |
---|---|---|
1 |
Better Wood Products Fatwood |
9. 7 |
2 |
Meeco's Red Devil SureStart |
9. 5 |
3 |
InstaFire Granulated |
9. 1 |
4 |
Zip Premium All Purpose |
8. 8 |
5 |
Duraflame Gold |
8. 6 |
6 |
Midwest Hearth Cedar |
8. 2 |
7 |
Pine Mountain Firelogs |
8. 0 |
8 |
Duraflame Crackleflame |
7 .7 |
9 |
Lightning Nuggets N100SEB |
7. 4 |
1. Better Wood Products Fatwood
9.7/10 our score
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- Safe, non-toxic, 100 percent all-natural firestarter made from the naturally occurring resin found in the stumps of pine trees
- Harvested from logging waste, no live nor endangered tree species are cut to produce our Fatwood
- Fatwood Firestarter sticks start fast and burn hot, even when wet
- Pine tree stumps are split into sticks approximately 8 inches long and 3/4 inches in diameter
- Variety of suggested use including barbecues, campfires, wood stoves, fire pits, pellet stoves, chimineas, coal stoves, fireplaces
2. Meeco's Red Devil SureStart
9.5/10 our score
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- Ideal for camping, charcoal grills, woodstoves and fireplaces
- Ignite instantly, even when wet
- Will burn for 8 - 12 minutes
- California compliant - Made in the USA
- Package is 144 pcs - Photo is incorrect.
3. InstaFire Granulated
9.1/10 our score
- BURNS ANYWHERE Naturally insulated to burn directly on top of water, sleet, snow, ice or anywhere else. Once lit, will sustain winds up to 30 mph and burns up to 1000 degrees Fahrenheit. Long burn time, 25 minutes per pouch.
- NO HARMFUL CHEMICALS Unlike cubes or fuel-based lighters, this lighter is made from recycled wood, volcanic rock, and a new, patented blend of food-grade paraffin wax. Leftover ash serves as a natural fertilizer. No lighter fluids or starters needed.
- GREAT SUBSTITUTE TO PROPANE OR FLUID Burns “green”. Environmentally friendly alternative to slow-to-burn fire cubes, blocks, or cheap, toxic fluid. Works in wood burning stoves and fire pits. Will light your wet wood, and actually floats on water.
- NON-VOLATILE, SAFE STORAGE AND TRANSPORT No risk of unexpected fires or flare-ups. 30 year shelf life and stores safely near food, pets and children. One of the top emergency preparedness accessories to keep on hand.
- AS SEEN ON SHARK TANK! Perfect for starting a fire while backpacking, snowmobiling, hiking, camping. Anyone who loves the outdoors will appreciate the handy packets that start up to 4 fires each. Easy to carry anywhere.
4. Zip Premium All Purpose
8.8/10 our score
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- Formulated to light in even the most difficult / damp conditions
- Safe, odorless, convenient & hygienic to use Won't taint food
- Safe for use in all outdoor and indoor fires including BBQ's, wood stoves, Fireplaces, fire pits and chimneys
- Lights instantly, burns up to 18 minutes
- Clean and convenient, just light the wrapper
5. Duraflame Gold
8.6/10 our score
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- Specially formulated for ultra-premium quality
- Produces bigger, brighter flames than regular firelogs
- Lights quickly – full flames in less than 5 minutes and burns up to 3 hours
- Burns 80% cleaner than wood
- Chimney Safety Institute of America Accepted Product
6. Midwest Hearth Cedar
8.2/10 our score
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- 100% NATURAL - 4" x 1" disk made from cedar sawdust and highly refined wax. - Made in USA!
- ZERO TOXINS - They leave no residues or toxic chemicals behind. - Perfect for barbecue and outdoor ovens.
- EASY TO LIGHT - Simply light the edge with a match and each starter will burn for 20-30 minutes.
- BURNS HOT - Burns at almost 1200-degrees within 2 minutes!
- GREAT VALUE - One starter can be broken apart to start multiple fires!
7. Pine Mountain Firelogs
8/10 our score
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- New, improved version for the 2017-2018 season
- Crafted from recycled hardwood, nutshells, and molasses
- Paper-wrapped for clean handling and easy lighting - just light the wrapper and enjoy a beautiful fire
- Burns cleaner than regular cord wooden, giving off 80% less carbon monoxide and 75% less particulate matter
- An excellent choice for fireplaces, fire pits, and camping
8. Duraflame Crackleflame
7.7/10 our score
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- Enjoy a soothing, crackling fire
- Lights quickly – full flames in less than 5 minutes that last up to 3 hours
- Use in an indoor, open hearth fireplace or outdoor fireplace or fire pit
- UL approved safety classification for use in UL-listed factory built fireplaces
- Chimney Safety Institute of America Accepted Product
9. Lightning Nuggets N100SEB
7.4/10 our score
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