CAMPLUX 5L Portable Tankless Water Heater
- Water Heater
- 1.3 gallons
- 10000 watts
- Battery
- More reviewed than 90%
A portable propane heater that reliably delivers hot outdoor showers for camping and off-grid setups, with a company that reviewers repeatedly credit for backing up hardware issues.
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How it ranks among the 10 water heaters we track
4.2★ across 3,346 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,346 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Camplux AY132 is a 10-pound portable propane tankless water heater delivering 1.32 gallons per minute of hot water, built with a folding handle for camping, RV use, and off-grid showers where there is no fixed hot water supply.
- 1.32 GPM propane tankless heater, 10 lbs
- Runs on standard propane tank plus 2 D batteries
- Starts at just 3.0 PSI water pressure
- Includes shower head, hose, and gas regulator
Who it's for
Fits campers, van-lifers, and off-grid or rural properties that need a hot shower without plumbing, especially when paired with a water bladder or small pump. Not intended as a fixed-home replacement for a household water heater.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers repeatedly praise the company's customer service, describing quick replacement parts or full units when something failed, and several say the heater delivers a genuinely hot, steady shower for off-grid living, van conversions, and long camping trips. The recurring complaint is the hose near the shower head bursting on some units, and one buyer was frustrated that a longer replacement hose was out of stock for months, with support suggesting a garden hose as a workaround that the buyer considered unsafe for hot water.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Heats water fast without any electrical hookup
- Works with low-pressure setups like a 12V pump
- Folding handle and included hoses make setup quick
- Company support replaces defective units without argument
- Hose near the shower head has burst repeatedly
- Assembly instructions can be confusing on first use
- Replacement hoses can be out of stock for months
Performance notes
Ignition and water flow are controlled through the shower head's on/off switch once propane and the water pump are running, and the unit needs only 3 PSI to fire, which is why it works with small 12V pumps or gravity water bags instead of mains pressure. Several buyers describe it heating quickly and holding a stable temperature through extended off-grid use, though the hose near the shower head has been a recurring weak point for a subset of users.
Specifications
| Brand | Camplux Enjoy Outdoor Life |
|---|---|
| Model | AY132 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 10 pounds |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 4.3 × 20.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.3 gallons |
| Maximum Temperature | 114 °F |
| Flow Rate | 1.32 gpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 10000 watts |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 3 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mount Type | Wall |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 1 X 5 Feet CSA Certified Gas Regulator, 1 X 5 Feet Shower Head and Hose, 1 X AY132 Portable Tankless Water Heater, 1 x Hardware Packs, 1 x Users Manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | outdoor propane gas water heater |
| Special Features | Anti-Freezing Protection, Dry Combustion Protection, Flame Failure Protection, High Water Pressure Protection, Low Water Flow Protection, Overheat Protection |
| Style Name | Classic |
| Maximum Pressure | 110 psi |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in water heaters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAMPLUX 5L Portable Tankless Water HeaterThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 3,346 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Stiebel Eltron 233219 2.5 gallonStiebel Eltron | 4.6 / 5 | 462 | 4.2 / 5 |
| EcoSmart ECO 8 Tankless Water HeaterEcoSmart | 4.2 / 5 | 709 | 4.0 / 5 |
| GASLAND BS158 Outdoor Portable Gas Water Heater 1.58GPMGasland | 4.3 / 5 | 1,400 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Electric Mini Tank Water Heater UL Listedthermomate | 4.3 / 5 | 764 | 3.9 / 5 |
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Questions about the Camplux Enjoy Outdoor Life AY132
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Camplux AY132 need electricity?
No, it runs on a standard propane tank and two D batteries for ignition, so it works fully off-grid.
What water pressure does the Camplux AY132 need to start?
It starts at just 3.0 PSI, low enough to run from a small 12V pump or a gravity-fed water bag.
Is the Camplux AY132 hose reliable?
Several buyers report the hose near the shower head bursting over time, though the company has replaced units under warranty when this happens.