Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Watts cooking in the world of 12V?
From fridges and kettles to coffee machines and air fryers, 12V appliances are no longer just a novelty – they’re fast becoming essential kit for the modern camper. But with great power comes great responsibility (to your battery!), and not every gadget on the market is worth the amp draw.
In this episode, Ben and Lauren plug into the world of 12V appliances, breaking down which ones are genuinely worth running off-grid, what realistic power requirements look like, and how to integrate them into your camping or touring setup without flattening your battery before breakfast.
Tune in for the practical lowdown on what’s useful, what’s overkill, and what’s here to stay!
Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
02:34 – Power requirements and setups
08:05 – Hardkorr 12V Coffee Machine review
13:30 – Sandwich presses and jaffle makers in the real world
16:55 – Induction cooktops pros and cons
19:08 – Air fryers, ovens, kettles and rechargables
33:00 – Managing air conditioning expectations
41:45 – Some specialised appliances
45:16 – Outro
Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
facebook.com/groups/snowys
Head to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:
https://www.snowys.com.au
Watts cooking in the world of 12V?
From fridges and kettles to coffee machines and air fryers, 12V appliances are no longer just a novelty – they’re fast becoming essential kit for the modern camper. But with great power comes great responsibility (to your battery!), and not every gadget on the market is worth the amp draw.
In this episode, Ben and Lauren plug into the world of 12V appliances, breaking down which ones are genuinely worth running off-grid, what realistic power requirements look like, and how to integrate them into your camping or touring setup without flattening your battery before breakfast.
Tune in for the practical lowdown on what’s useful, what’s overkill, and what’s here to stay!
Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
02:34 – Power requirements and setups
08:05 – Hardkorr 12V Coffee Machine review
13:30 – Sandwich presses and jaffle makers in the real world
16:55 – Induction cooktops pros and cons
19:08 – Air fryers, ovens, kettles and rechargables
33:00 – Managing air conditioning expectations
41:45 – Some specialised appliances
45:16 – Outro
Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:
facebook.com/groups/snowys
Head to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:
https://www.snowys.com.au
![Best Sea to Summit Cookware & Tableware for Camping [2026 Guide]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/__sK31pjGsU/mqdefault.jpg "Best Sea to Summit Cookware & Tableware for Camping [2026 Guide]
Check out our range of Sea to Summits Cookware & Tableware here:
https://www.snowys.com.au/camp-cooking#?pagenumber=1&orderBy=0&brands=6
Trying to choose the right Sea to Summit cookware or camp kitchen gear? With so many options available, it’s easy to spend money on gear you don’t actually need.
In this video we break down the best cookware and tableware from Sea to Summit, and talk about what’s ACTUALLY worth buying for your camping setup.
Whether youre building your first camp kitchen or upgrading your gear, we’ll walk through the options and help you decide which pieces make the most sense for your style of camping.
We cover cookware sets, collapsible tableware, materials, packability, and which items are genuinely useful in the real world.
If you’re trying to keep your setup lightweight, organised, and practical — this guide will help you avoid buying the wrong gear.
⛺ In this video:
• Best Sea to Summit cookware options
• Collapsible bowls, cups and plates
• Cook sets vs individual pieces
• What gear is actually worth the money
• Choosing the right camp kitchen setup
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