GSI Outdoors Pot Gripper
GSI Outdoors' pot gripper is a compact, cost-conscious choice that balances weight and functionality for everyday backcountry use; its simple steel-and-silicone design makes it more affordable than premium competitors while still offering reliable grip on typical camping cookware. Compared with higher-end lifters in this list, it trades off a few ergonomic refinements for a lower price and straightforward durability, making it a smart budget spare or inclusion with lightweight dinner kits.
Snug pot grab
Lightweight pocketable
Snug pot grab
Lightweight pocketable
Review Summary
"Lightweight, inexpensive and reliably grips small backpacking pots; buyers praise its simple, compact design but some find the grip small for larger pots and slightly awkward with gloves."
Folds like origami
Simple, insulated jaw provides a secure grip on hot cookware.
Folds like origami
Simple, insulated jaw provides a secure grip on hot cookware.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
GSI Outdoors' pot gripper is a compact, cost-conscious choice that balances weight and functionality for everyday backcountry use; its simple steel-and-silicone design makes it more affordable than premium competitors while still offering reliable grip on typical camping cookware. Compared with higher-end lifters in this list, it trades off a few ergonomic refinements for a lower price and straightforward durability, making it a smart budget spare or inclusion with lightweight dinner kits.
Snug pot grab
Lightweight pocketable
Folds like origami
Simple, insulated jaw provides a secure grip on hot cookware.
Lightweight and compact for both backpacking and car camping.
Snug pot grab
Lightweight pocketable
Folds like origami
Simple, insulated jaw provides a secure grip on hot cookware.
Lightweight and compact for both backpacking and car camping.
MSR LiteLifter Pot Lifter
MSR's LiteLifter is the market-leading option prized for its robust construction, long leverage arm and refined ergonomics that make handling large pots and heavy loads safer and more comfortable. Though typically pricier than the simpler grippers here, its technical advantages—stronger clamping force, heat resistance and broad compatibility—justify the premium for frequent campers and group cooks who need extra control.
Precision one-handed
Ultra-light champion
Precision one-handed
Ultra-light champion
Review Summary
"Sturdy, lightweight aluminum lifter that feels secure and packs very small; reviewers appreciate its durability and comfortable handling though it's pricier than basic plastic models."
Secure deep grip
Long, foldable handle gives excellent leverage while remaining light.
Secure deep grip
Long, foldable handle gives excellent leverage while remaining light.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
MSR's LiteLifter is the market-leading option prized for its robust construction, long leverage arm and refined ergonomics that make handling large pots and heavy loads safer and more comfortable. Though typically pricier than the simpler grippers here, its technical advantages—stronger clamping force, heat resistance and broad compatibility—justify the premium for frequent campers and group cooks who need extra control.
Precision one-handed
Ultra-light champion
Secure deep grip
Long, foldable handle gives excellent leverage while remaining light.
Durable metal construction balances strength with minimal weight.
Precision one-handed
Ultra-light champion
Secure deep grip
Long, foldable handle gives excellent leverage while remaining light.
Durable metal construction balances strength with minimal weight.
$30-40 CAD
Coghlan's Pot Gripper
Coghlan's pot gripper is the staple budget pick: lightweight, extremely affordable and widely available, it serves well as an emergency or occasional-use tool for campers on a tight budget. It lacks some of the refined materials and leverage of the MSR and Sea to Summit models, but its low cost and simple functionality make it an economical backup or stocking-stuffer for group trips.
Budget-friendly helper
Non-slip rubberized
Budget-friendly helper
Non-slip rubberized
Review Summary
"Very budget-friendly and functional for occasional use, but reviewers report a less secure grip, lower durability, and a bulkier feel compared to premium lifters."
Clips like a charm
Very affordable entry-level gripper for occasional campers.
Clips like a charm
Very affordable entry-level gripper for occasional campers.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Coghlan's pot gripper is the staple budget pick: lightweight, extremely affordable and widely available, it serves well as an emergency or occasional-use tool for campers on a tight budget. It lacks some of the refined materials and leverage of the MSR and Sea to Summit models, but its low cost and simple functionality make it an economical backup or stocking-stuffer for group trips.
Budget-friendly helper
Non-slip rubberized
Clips like a charm
Very affordable entry-level gripper for occasional campers.
Simple metal/plastic-coated jaws provide a decent grip on pots.
Budget-friendly helper
Non-slip rubberized
Clips like a charm
Very affordable entry-level gripper for occasional campers.
Simple metal/plastic-coated jaws provide a decent grip on pots.
$6-12 CAD
Sea to Summit Alpha Pot Gripper
Sea to Summit's Alpha Pot Gripper combines minimalist weight with premium non-slip silicone jaws, delivering excellent grip and heat isolation in a very packable form—lighter than many competitors while offering a more secure hold. It typically costs more than the most basic models but offers a sweet spot for ultralight trekkers who want near-MSR performance in a smaller, lower-weight package.
Featherweight gripper
Heat-shedding tip
Featherweight gripper
Heat-shedding tip
Review Summary
"Premium-feeling, compact gripper with excellent non-slip grip and ergonomic design; users consistently praise its performance and light weight, noting it's one of the better-performing (and pricier) options."
Feels like hand-hug
Silicone-coated jaws deliver high-friction grip and heat resistance.
Feels like hand-hug
Silicone-coated jaws deliver high-friction grip and heat resistance.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Sea to Summit's Alpha Pot Gripper combines minimalist weight with premium non-slip silicone jaws, delivering excellent grip and heat isolation in a very packable form—lighter than many competitors while offering a more secure hold. It typically costs more than the most basic models but offers a sweet spot for ultralight trekkers who want near-MSR performance in a smaller, lower-weight package.
Featherweight gripper
Heat-shedding tip
Feels like hand-hug
Silicone-coated jaws deliver high-friction grip and heat resistance.
Ergonomic handle profile for comfortable, stable handling.
Featherweight gripper
Heat-shedding tip
Feels like hand-hug
Silicone-coated jaws deliver high-friction grip and heat resistance.
Ergonomic handle profile for comfortable, stable handling.
$20-35 CAD
Optimus Terra Weekend HE Pot Gripper
Optimus' pot gripper included with the Terra Weekend HE line is engineered for durability and universal fit, marrying stainless components with a comfortable grip that handles heavier pots reliably; it occupies the mid-to-high price range by offering long-term toughness similar to MSR at slightly better value. For campers using Optimus cookware or cooking for groups, it presents a dependable compromise between the ultralight Sea to Summit option and the heavier-duty MSR lifter.
Firm heavy-pot hold
Grips like a vise
Firm heavy-pot hold
Grips like a vise
Review Summary
"Well-built lifter typically included with the Terra Weekend set that grips pots securely; users like the solid construction but note it's a bit heavier and less compact than minimalist competitors."
Lifetime-ready tough
Specifically sized to pair neatly with Optimus Terra cookware.
Lifetime-ready tough
Specifically sized to pair neatly with Optimus Terra cookware.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Optimus' pot gripper included with the Terra Weekend HE line is engineered for durability and universal fit, marrying stainless components with a comfortable grip that handles heavier pots reliably; it occupies the mid-to-high price range by offering long-term toughness similar to MSR at slightly better value. For campers using Optimus cookware or cooking for groups, it presents a dependable compromise between the ultralight Sea to Summit option and the heavier-duty MSR lifter.
Firm heavy-pot hold
Grips like a vise
Lifetime-ready tough
Specifically sized to pair neatly with Optimus Terra cookware.
Foldable, compact design that tucks into cookware for storage.
Firm heavy-pot hold
Grips like a vise
Lifetime-ready tough
Specifically sized to pair neatly with Optimus Terra cookware.
Foldable, compact design that tucks into cookware for storage.
$15-25 CAD