Bison Airlighter Portable Firestarter with 3 Refills
- 4 inch flame from a butane jet, then an airflow to spread it
- About 15 minutes of burn time per fuel refill
- Over 30 minutes of fan time per USB charge
- 20.5 x 3 x 3.5 inches, 1.70 lbs
- Stainless steel and impact resistant plastic
- Butane sold separately, USB charging cable included
Last refreshed Sep 27, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A cordless torch with a built-in fan for lighting charcoal, wood and campfires without lighter fluid. You buy the butane separately, and wet or thick wood will take longer.
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ASIN: B013AMKWG6Category: Fire Starters
Overview
Lighting charcoal or wood without fluid is the job of the Airlighter: a butane jet makes the flame, and a fan driven by a rechargeable battery spreads it. It charges from any USB port, and an LED turns green when the battery is full.
It replaces lighter fluid and a lot of blowing on embers, which suits grills, smokers and fireplaces. Upkeep is the downside: butane to buy, a battery to charge, and a tank to refill. The listing also mentions bonus refills without saying what they are.
Who it's for
Backyard cooks, campers and tailgaters who light fires often will get the most from it. Light users who only build a fire once or twice a year may not want to manage fuel and charging.
Pros and cons
- Cordless with USB charging
- Built-in fan spreads the flame
- Stainless steel and plastic body
- LED shows full charge
- Butane purchased separately
- Needs charging before use
- Long, bulky handle
- Refills in the title are unexplained
Performance notes
Touching the flame to wood or coals for about twenty seconds gets them glowing, then the fan pushes air onto that spot to spread it into a strong fire. Wood thickness and moisture change how long that takes, and a full tank gives only a short burn per refill.
Where it stands among fire starters
- #6 most-searched brand and model of the 6 fire starters lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 17 fire starters we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Bison |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions | 20.5 x 3 x 3.5 inches |
| Item weight | 1.70 lbs (770 g) |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel type | Butane (sold separately) |
| Charging | USB, rechargeable battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Construction | Stainless steel and impact resistant plastic |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Airlighter (model BA001), USB charging cable |
| Other details | |
| Burn time | About 15 minutes |
| Fan time per charge | Over 30 minutes |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Bison Airlighter use?
Butane. The seller recommends Airlighter Fuel or another non-clogging butane from a supermarket, and says butane must be purchased separately.
How do I charge the Bison Airlighter?
Through any USB port such as a computer, car or wall adapter. The LED indicator turns green when the battery is full.