GSI Microgripper Pot Gripper

The GSI Outdoors Microgripper is a compact, heat-resistant pot gripper designed for lightweight backcountry cooking. Small enough to stash almost anywhere, it offers a reliable alternative to full-size pot lifters, especially when weight and space matter.

Made from silicone, the Microgripper protects your fingers from hot cookware without adding bulk to your pack. The clever magnet embedded in the gripper allows it to attach securely to fuel canisters or metal cookware, so it’s always close at hand when you need it. It’s particularly well-suited to ultralight cook kits where pot handles have been removed or weren’t included.

Despite its minimalist form, users find it surprisingly secure and grippy. It’s a popular choice for solo backpackers and those using titanium or stainless pots, where metal-on-metal contact from traditional lifters can be noisy or harsh.

This little tool’s versatility and dependability make it a solid backup even for those with larger cookware setups. Some users even keep a second one in reserve as insurance on longer trips.

Specs and Features

Weight: 14 g
Dimensions: 4.8 × 3.8 × 3.8 cm
Material: Silicone
Temperature Resistance: Up to 204°C (400°F)
Additional Feature: Embedded magnet for storage on fuel canisters or cookware