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I can only assume the biolite would be easier to use because of the integrated fan, but maybe not.

I bring along a homemade "blow" tube that I use to get stubborn campfires going. You can use all sorts of DIY things to do the same thing.

Now IF the charging of devices is important then the Biolite is probably the way to go. IF you just want a wood stove for back-up or main stove, then that Firebox stove or similar stoves is the way to go.

I LIKE the fact if folds FLAT. My little NANO stove which is really just for solo use folds down to the size of a deck of cards. Easy to pack. That Biolite is going take space PLUS you have to treat if gently or you know you'll screw something up.  ;) ;D ;D