Review & Comparison of the MSR Titan Kettle 85 vs the Snow Peak Trek 700 Mug

In this short video, I take a close look at two titanium pots that I've been using quite a bit while trekking, giving you the pros and cons of each and providing some geeky information as well: the MSR Titan Kettle 85 and the Snow Peak Trek 700 Mug. Let me know if you have any questions, I'm sure I missed a thing or two, lol!
Correction: Snow Peak claims the lid is made of a thick and heavier gauge titanium, not stainless steel. That being said it is heavy for it’s size and seems to be a common complaint among backpackers.
Main takeaways:
Snow Peak Trek 700:
The size is more like 850ml.
Nicer handles, better feel when holding.
Heavy and quirky lid.
Less expensive.
MSR Titan Kettle:
We're unsure if it is pure titanium or alloyed with aluminium and vanadium.
More versatile due to it's shape.
Nicer and tighter lid.
Seems to be more popular than the Snow Peak form comments and reviews here and elsewhere online.
The Giveaways has now ended and the winner is Ninth Element!
I will do another giveaway at 750 so stay tuned!

[@aikirunner]

According to Snow Peak the lid is titanium. If you pair it with Snow Peak spork, the middle two prongs can be inserted into the small opening of the lid to remove it when it’s hot.

[@mikesobay]

Nice comparison. I like the Snow Peak for the construction, they're good products.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Yup, they make some nice stuff! I’ll put you in for the Snow Peak!

[@colinbailey6883]

Nice work. Just bought the Kettle for my sons first pot. Glad to see it’ll fit more of what I think he’ll need it for. Thanks!

[@alexonthemountain8343]

The MSR is a great choice. I’m happy the video helped... Cheers!

[@WAR_1933]

Great video thank you for going over the Ti quality levels of the products.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Glad you found it helpful! Cheers👍

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Alright everyone we have a winner! An MSR Titan Kettle goes to Ninth Element 👍👍 Story posted on my IG. 😎

[@stephheysen]

Thanks for a great comparison video of two pots I've been looking at and deciding over. I think the Snow Peak may work best for my needs - doubling as a cup sounds good!!

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Steph Heysen Glad it helped! Cheers!

[@BeCCaWhere2GoNext]

Great review Alex! I have both and definitely I love the Kettle 85! awesome share!👍

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Thanks Becca! The Kettle definitely seems to be the preferred choice 😎👍

[@overweighthikerwannabe901]

The tight fitting lid of the MSR Titan Kettle does the trick for me, which is why I was glad to get one from my brother for my birthday a few days ago. Wouldn't mind a spare, but might as well not enter me in the drawing as I had one already and don't care for a double wall mug. I am having second thoughts about that califonia safety warning though.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Overweight Hiker Wannabe I hear you, kind of makes you wonder about the prop 65... I can put you in for an 800ml titanium bottle from Silverant? I spoke to Shaun, the owner, and he claims all his products are grade 1 pure. Cheers!

[@overweighthikerwannabe901]

@@alexonthemountain8343 Nah, I drink way more water than that, so it would be to small for me to use. Just consider me out of the contest. Let someone else win.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Overweight Hiker Wannabe sounds good buddy! Cheers!

[@KathysOutdoorAdventures]

Great video~ I love the Titan Kettle, Thanks for sharing the comparison

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Kathys Outdoor Adventures It’s definitely a great pot! Cheers 👍

[@GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS]

Well first and foremost congratulations on your milestone.. i would have to say i dig the MSR better just for the lid..🇺🇸🤠

[@alexonthemountain8343]

GUNSLINGER OUTDOORS Thanks buddy, I appreciate it! Sounds good! I’ll put you in the drawing for the MSR Kettle👍

[@GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS]

@@alexonthemountain8343 appreciate you

[@HandsFullHeartFull]

Congrats to the winner! That is a neat kettle.

[@zooromain]

Not sure if its in the comments already but inside the msr titan kettle there are circles indented that connect the metal that holds the handle. I have found that they line up with 1, 2 and 3 cup measurements. Not sure if this was intended but was a huge find.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

AJ ohno That’s great to know... Thanks for pointing that out! The titan kettle definitely seems to be the preferred choice among the two 👍

[@journeywithnichole]

Thank you for doing this comparison!! The best part about the Snow Peak Trek 700 is the parts fit inside and it’s multifunctional for beverage or food. BUT my vote is for the MSR Titan Kettle 85 mostly because it is wider, providing more stability and is easier for meal prep. Thank you so much for the chance at the giveaway. What a very generous gift for a lucky subscriber! Btw Mt. C looked beautiful! 🌲

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Journey With Nichole Glad you liked it Nichole! Mt Charleston was pretty warm that day, I was surprised to see how much snow had melted... Sounds good! You’re in for the Titan Kettle👍

[@dpax100]

Hi good review 👍 I'd go with the MSR Titan. I'm my titanium coffee press should fit nicely in side.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

darrellpax The titan seems to be most people’s choice 👍

[@ewengillies9826]

Excellent comparison video Alex. A different view to some you see. For me I know the Titan Kettle is the way to go as it has benefits I like. Don't use Instagram or FB so will always be following you on here mate. Thanks for the info. Bushyboy Oz.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Ewen Gillies glad you liked it😎👍 Sounds good. I’ll sign you up on the MSR🤙

[@Dadangandara]

Review and conparison, amazing video friend

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Dadan gandara40 Any thanks! Glad you enjoyed👍

[@Dadangandara]

Traveling in Indonesia friend

[@Sethii2]

Trek 700 has the style and form! Keep up the great vids

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Sethii2 thanks buddy! You’re in the raffle for the SP700😎👍

[@mcrb1776]

Great comparison. Spec wise it´s a though call, but the Snowpeak is to small for my Solostove Campfire. So MSR it is!

[@alexonthemountain8343]

mcrb Good choice! You’re in for the Titan Kettle😎👍

[@Noisette1011]

Excellent comprehensive review thanks!

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Glad it helped!

[@xjessukx]

Nice video mate, love gear reviews I would say the msr kettle the lid makes it look a little more robust

[@alexonthemountain8343]

shawn spencer For sure👍 Thanks for watching, you’re in for the MSR😎

[@DaveOutdoors]

Nice video mate, they're a cracking bit of kit those msr pans/kettles. Hope you're well over the pond, atb Dave Outdoors 👍 🇬🇧

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Dave Outdoors Thanks Dave! All the well on this end. Hope your healthy and well also buddy!

[@DaveOutdoors]

@@alexonthemountain8343 I'm all OK here thank you buddy. Itching to get out camping now though. Glad to hear you're well. ATB Dave 🏕️👍

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Dave Outdoors Same here!!! Would love to get back to the Lake District soon!!! Cheers!

[@NinthElement]

Hi Alex. SuperGeek Review! Well done. Keep these up. Cheers! P.S. Good luck to me for the MSR pot...and I don't IG or Twat.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Ninth Element Glad you liked! Sounds good! You’re in for the MSR Titan👍

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Congrats you won!!! Please send me an email with your mailing info to: [e-mail] 👍👍👍

[@clevelandexplorer2221]

This is very insightful mate! And the proposition thing, idk how I'll know of other products/companies selling harmful materials though :/ that's scary! It's a no for the kettle from me because of that

[@alexonthemountain8343]

I’m glad it helped! I hear you about the prop 65 thing. I don’t think I use mine enough to make any difference, at least I hope 😬😀 Toaks, Vargo, Silverant, Snow Peak and Keith all use pure titanium so you should be good there. Cheers!

[@SeniorHiker77]

Nice review I'm interest in the SP double wall 450. 🤜🤛👍

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Senior Hiker 77 Thanks buddy! The drawing was a few days ago, but I’ll be more giveaways soon 😎👍

[@SeniorHiker77]

Lol

[@batumschragbackpacking1983]

Nice comparison. Dood... where are you finding the 700 for $35 ?!

[@alexonthemountain8343]

BatumSchragBackpacking Glad you liked 👍 It goes on sale a few times a year but right now Campsaver.com has a 20% off sale off of one item. Use coupon code summer20 at checkout 😎 Cheers

[@rui1863]

Great review; Looks like JIS H4600 Type 1 (Japan standard) is the same as Ti 6AI-4V (a.k.a grade 5) (US Standard).

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Glad it helped and good to know. Since this video I’ve recently switched to Evernew and it’s definitely worth a consideration with the silicone handles. All the best 👍

[@tarrisb2946]

Nice comparison, but I think the Titan kettle just nicks it for me. As for the nerdy stuff 👍

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Tarris B glad you liked it😀 Sounds good, I’ll enter you in for the Titan kettle👍

[@SimplicityEDC]

What about the handle on the MSR? Does it warm up to a point beyond where you cant grab it with your bare hands?

[@alexonthemountain8343]

It sure does. It’s been my experience that most of these small pots do, especially if you have a string burner. Cheers

[@andrewmcgaha9629]

I’m really surprised by the weights. I’ve been using the SP 700 for a few years and I picked up the Titan today and it felt much lighter. Guess I’m not calibrated :)

[@alexonthemountain8343]

You are correct, the Titan is a bit lighter 😃👍 Cheers bud

[@MrTangent]

It’s inexplicable why MSR doesn’t put graduated measurements in their mugs/pots when it’s a standard feature...

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Mr. Tangent I agree, it’s a bit if a shame they don’t...

[@rui1863]

The weld marks for the handle are at cup intervals; 1, 2, and 3 cups. By design or chance?

[@RAMtrails]

I can't seem to fit my pocket rocket deluxe in my Titan kettle with a 100g canister. How'd you do it?

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Roy Martinez it takes a bit of finagling around but you start by placing the stove at the bottom (with the ignitor to the side), then place the canister in top of it, top up. If you have Instagram I can send you a short video... Cheers bud 👍

[@ccmogs5757]

MSR kettle for me , wish they"d put engraved measurement mark"s though................

[@alexonthemountain8343]

I agree... it would be great if they did an updated version of it with markings. Cheers 👍

[@youtubeuser3357]

The Snow Peak lid is 100% Grade 1 Titanium. There is no steel anywhere. Confirmed with Snow Peak ❄️

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Thanks for bringing it to my attention. It certainly feels and looks like steel, but you are correct, snow peak says that it is a thick gauge titanium. It is definitely heavy for its size. Some backpackers choose to replace it with lighter options. In this case the larger MSR lid is lighter than the smaller snow peak one. Either patch is a great option, there is also the Toaks 750 which is even lighter. Cheers!

[@PuffyTacos]

You have a great voice, could be a voice over or voice actor

[@hermit6208]

My understanding from watching other content creators is that if you put 'giveaway' in your title, you are most likely going to be giving away your giveaway 😜 to somebody who is not a subscriber. Apparently they come out of the woodwork at that 'giveaway' in the title. And they are not subscribers. They are just there for the freebie, even if you make them subscribe to be eligible.

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Hermit620 That’s good to know, darn! I felt bad doing a review and not doing a giveaway during these times. Cheers buddy, thanks for watching 👍

[@MaNi-cn7to]

without lid yes, with no :)

[@jeromebullard6123]

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