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Instafire Granulated Fire Starter, All Natural, Eco-Friendly, Lights up to 48 Total Fires in Any Weather, Awarded 2017 Fire Starter of The Year

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Brand Insta-Fire
Material Wood
Flavor Natural Wood
Item Form Pellet

About this item

  • Made in USA
  • Long burn time: 10-15 minutes per pouch. (Stir occasionally for best results)
  • Waterproof Packs. Lights Wet Wood
  • Withstands Winds Up To 30 MPH After Lit
  • No Harmful Chemicals. Store Almost Anywhere

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Safe. Simple. Versatile.

The founders of InstaFire have over 40 years of combined business and outdoor experience and are the leaders of fire starting technology. Konel Banner and Frank Weston co-developed the patented technology that exists with InstaFire. After personally experiencing natural disasters, that shaped their perspective on being prepared for emergencies, they were determined to develop a safe way to store emergency fuel/fire starter. Together they perfected the formula that now exists with InstaFire. It had to meet certain criteria:

  • It had to be safe.
  • It had to be easy for anyone to use.
  • It had to work the same every time.

Fire Starter

Safe, easy fire starting.

Insta-Fire is a safe, simple, and versatile product that starts fires quickly. Insta-Fire is a patented blend of volcanic rock, wood pellets, and paraffin wax. This patented formula is what makes Insta-Fire water resistant for use in even the most severe weather such as rain, snow or high winds. Anytime, anywhere a fire is needed, Insta-Fire provides a safe, clean and natural way to start a fire. Use Insta-Fire to light campfires, prepare charcoal briquettes, or as a safe and reliable fuel source for cooking while camping or in emergencies.

  • Water repellant.
  • One-half cup provides fifteen-minutes of burn time.
  • Burns at 1000 degrees.
  • Dries out wet wood.
  • Lights in ½ to 1 second.
  • Insta-Fire is not combustible.
  • 30-year shelf life.

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Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
1,173 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, quality and ease of use of the solid fire fuel. For example, they mention it works great, it's easy to use and it starts a fire quickly. Some appreciate the versatility, and ease in lighting. That said, opinions are mixed on the heat and value.

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104 customers mention90 positive14 negative

Customers like the performance of the solid fire fuel. They say it works great, starts up fast, and is awesome. They also say it's great for pouring a pile in the dirt and building a fire. Customers also say the product is extremely reliable and is packaged for backpacking.

"It works great,And thiers no need for lighter fluid, it works better" Read more

"...I've never started a fire with so little effort. It was wonderful. Within a few minutes I had a big fire going." Read more

"...bought a pack of this stuff outside Zion NP in Utah, and it worked so well, I bought a bunch of packs when I saw it on Amazon...." Read more

"...A granular product like this works great for pouring a pile in the dirt and building a fire around it...." Read more

54 customers mention54 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the solid fire fuel. They say it starts a fire quickly and easily, is a very good product for starting a wood fire, and is not an issue starting. Customers also say that it makes fire pit nights super easy and produces a beautiful fire every time.

"Used this the first time without an issue. Burns easily and starts fire on adjacent wood...." Read more

"Works as advertised a must buy for me in the future. Not an issue starting a fire a nice fire." Read more

"...trips through 8 national parks and no matter the weather, it always starts right up...." Read more

"I love this product to help start camp fires...." Read more

25 customers mention22 positive3 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the solid fire fuel. They say it lights fast, burns hot, and has simple instructions. Some mention that the product is convenient and makes life easier.

"...Once we figured that out it made it a little easier to start." Read more

"...Simple instructions, nice packaging, and it’s environmentally friendly...." Read more

"Easy to use - just wish the packets were larger" Read more

"Great product. Super easy to use and lights in any conditions." Read more

13 customers mention13 positive0 negative

Customers like the versatility of the solid fire fuel. They say it's great for backpacking, camping, and bugging out. They also say it works as advertised, is handy in emergencies, and is a good addition to an emergency kit. Customers also mention that the compact packages are good for camping trips.

"...light even when placed on wet ground this product is a great add to your emergency kit, backpack or bug out bag." Read more

"...Outdoor use: Super convenient pouch size is good for camping trips...." Read more

"...Also small and easy to pack. You can get 3 fires out of one packet. Just remember to bring a ziploc or a clip to close it between uses." Read more

"...Starts up fast . Works as advertised. Very handy in emergencies." Read more

12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

Customers find the solid fire fuel easy to light. They mention it lights quickly and stays lit. Some say it's perfect for lighting campfires and that it can be used in any conditions.

"...Stored in its own waterproof bag and its ability to even light even when placed on wet ground this product is a great add to your emergency kit,..." Read more

"I used it to start a campfire during a wet weekend. The stuff does light right up. It's amazing. Bit stays lit for just a few minutes...." Read more

"...But once it gets going, it stays lit. It rained about everyday, but it worked as advertised on the wet wood. Just had to use a bit more...." Read more

"Great product. Super easy to use and lights in any conditions." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the solid fire fuel handy, light weight, and easy to pack. They also say it burns great and is a great product to carry.

"...Also small and easy to pack. You can get 3 fires out of one packet. Just remember to bring a ziploc or a clip to close it between uses." Read more

"I used two packets but was able to get wet split wood going. Great product to carry. Especially when cold and or wet are in the forcast!" Read more

"Great product, lightweight 1 package goes a long way." Read more

"...On the positive side, it's very lightweight...." Read more

42 customers mention14 positive28 negative

Customers are mixed about the heat of the solid fire fuel. Some mention that it burns hotter than traditional fire starters, it lights instantly, and burns for quite a while. However, others say that it does not burn for 2 hours at all, it doesn't catch fire, and that it's not enough to start a fire or cook anything.

"...Does not burn as hot as starting with paper and kindling, but works into a warm fire more gradually." Read more

"...Once it got going, it was hot enough to dry the kindling i placed on top, and soon enough,... I was cooking in the rain :-)" Read more

"...about 30 seconds the size of flame was less then 3 inches, not enough to start a fire or cook anything.3...." Read more

"Good stuff and works fairly well, but it doesn't seem to burn as hot and intense as advertised. It was much, much easier to get a fire going...." Read more

20 customers mention10 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the solid fire fuel. Some mention it's worth the money, has a great price, and is cheaper than lighter fluid. However, others say it'd be a waste of money and not meant for real use.

"...Def worth the money. I am going to buy tons more of these for prepping and emergency situations." Read more

"...This is just a gimmicky product, really not meant for real use. Maybe they work for car-camping in dry conditions with no wind...." Read more

"I hear this is eco-friendly and I've done the math, it's cheaper than lighter fluid. What's not to like ? 5 stars !" Read more

"Kind of cool, but not super useful. Lots of cheaper ways to easily start a fire. I do take it backpacking though for emergencies." Read more

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Lights easily
Used this the first time without an issue. Burns easily and starts fire on adjacent wood. Package suggested stirring product once lit, which did propagate the fire effectively. Does not burn as hot as starting with paper and kindling, but works into a warm fire more gradually.
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Used this the first time without an issue. Burns easily and starts fire on adjacent wood. Package suggested stirring product once lit, which did propagate the fire effectively. Does not burn as hot as starting with paper and kindling, but works into a warm fire more gradually.
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Alan
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect to start my smoker.
Reviewed in Canada on October 22, 2021
KB
5.0 out of 5 stars Spark it up
Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2021
Bushcraft buddy
5.0 out of 5 stars Burns long enough to get your fire started even in damp conditions
Reviewed in Canada on August 25, 2020
Dad
5.0 out of 5 stars Not A Fast Runner...
Reviewed in Canada on February 12, 2020
jwolfe
5.0 out of 5 stars Really does what it says! Easy and simple, we use it for every camping trip now!
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