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No Lighter Fluid Flavor. Say goodbye to lighter fluid taste! No lighter fluid needed, enjoy cleaner tase with every BBQ. Cleaner, Tastier Food: The Airlighter 420 ensures you avoid that unwanted lighter fluid flavor.
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Airlighter® 420 - Charcoal Fire Starter
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Why Airlighter 420 over others? No lighter fluid required; Built-in air blower; Air cooled, Safe to the touch; refillable fuel tank; Lights coal in 10-20 seconds; Built-in Bottle Opener & Storage Hook. OTHERS: Require Lighter fluid or starter cubes; No blower; Hot to the touch after use; Single-use starters; Takes several minuter; No additional features
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Why Customers Love Us! Bison Airlighter. 10+ years of trust; Five star rated; 100,000+ happy customers; 2 year warranty.
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Airlighter® 420 - Charcoal Fire Starter

$59.95
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The Airlighter® 420 is the faster, cleaner, and safer way to light BBQs, campfires, wood fireplaces and just about any other fire.  It is also a cooking tool for searing meat, or caramelizing sugars and more.

Girls enjoying the warmth of a fire pit and using the Airlighter's blower

Airlighter ®s are the only fire lighters that combine a torch flame with an air-blower to both ignite and boost your fire.  They ignite coals in 10-20 seconds, accelerate your fire to high heat in 1 minute or less, and have you ready to cook in only 5-6 minutes.  Enjoy cleaner tasting food and say goodbye to unwanted lighter fluid taste.

Lady melting cheese on a burger using the Airlighter's flame

The Airlighter Advantage:

  • No more lighter fluid flavor
  • Light and stoke fires without moving coals or wood
  • Ideal for charcoal briquettes and lump charcoal
  • Air-cooled operation keeps the Airlighter ® cool to the touch 
  • Unlike chimney starters or typical electric starters, you don't have to worry about where to store it after use. It remains cool enough to not burn furniture or children.

Features:

  • Built-in blower provides 60 minutes of blower use with fresh batteries.  Requires 3x AA batteries.
  • Refillable fuel tank provides 7-10 minutes of burn time
  • Adjustable flame control helps light fires in any conditions
  • Bottle opener / storage hook
  • See the Airlighter comparison page if you need help choosing

Included in the box:

  • Airlighter ® 420
  • Instructions

Not Included in the box:

Warranty: 2-year limited warranty

Instructions:  Click for Airlighter® 420 instructions

Important: Airlighter ®s do not come with fuel. Airlighter Fuel or other butane needs to be purchased separately. 

We highly recommend using Bison branded fuel ONLY. Airlighter's performance and reliability is dependent on good quality butane and the right filling nozzle. We highly recommend using Bison branded fuel because the filling nozzle and fuel has been tested to work well. Low quality butane can create difficulty filling, possibly clog the internal jets and create a weak performing flame. The Airlighter will still work with other butane brands but we cannot guarantee the performance, reliability, or ease-of-filling of your Airlighter.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS - WARNING:  This product is tested with butane fuel and may still contain traces of butane fuel.  This product also uses butane.  Butane fuel, and byproducts of combustion of this fuel can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide known to the State of California to cause birth defects and other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: Contents under pressure when filled. Do not puncture or incinerate container.  Do not expose to heat or store at temperatures above 120F (49C).  KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Orders over $100: FREE shipping

Orders from $30.00-$99.99: $9.95

Orders from $0.00-$29.99: $6.95

Orders that include fuel must go by ground service. We typically ship either UPS Ground or USPS Ground Advantage.

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Retailers' Choice Award that was given to Bison

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Vesta Award Finalist given to Bison in 2017

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02/01/2024
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Amelia Cook
A bit expensive but nice to have. Eliminates the need for lighter fluid. This would make a great Fathers Day gift for the dad who likes to grill.
01/30/2024
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Rose
I bought this as a gift, I have the Bison 420. My son used mine and wanted one for himself.
01/27/2024
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Mark
Mom got me one last year and it is the most awesome thing ever.
01/25/2024
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Evelyn Chen
It works as advertised. I use it to ignite burnable lawn debris and burnable household trash in my burn barrel.
01/22/2024
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Elizabeth Garcia
This is the 3rd Fire Bison I have ordered. It started out with one for my husband for Christmas It was such a hit, we got one for my brother in law this past Christmas. And I have another one as a gift for a friend next time we see him. Its fun and makes starting your fire easier. The fan to help kick your fire in is a bonus.
01/21/2024
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Jessica Martinez
Wow! This is amazing. It is something I did not even know was missing in my life until I received one as a Christmas gift. The only improvement would be if you could charge it instead of just using batteries but overall this is truly one of my favorite things!
01/19/2024
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Mason
That being said, it is incredibly useful. I was using a lighter and a heat gun to light my wood stove and this is more effective...
12/06/2023
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Aiden
The best tool for a easy safe fire. The next bigger model is rechargeable. Both are fantastic.
12/05/2023
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Olivia Bennett
works great just as described
12/04/2023
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Carlos Fernandez
Love it very powerfull

FAQs

The Airlighter 420 can ignite charcoal in less than 60 seconds. The powerful torch flame lights the charcoal, and the built-in fan helps spread the fire quickly, ensuring your grill or campfire is ready to use in minutes.

Yes, the Airlighter 420 is versatile and can be used to start charcoal grills, campfires, fire pits, and even indoor fireplaces. Its portability and cordless design make it suitable for various outdoor and indoor fire-starting needs.

The Airlighter 420 is a handy tool for starting fires in various settings. Whether you need to light a BBQ, campfire, or charcoal grill, it makes the job easy. It works as a charcoal starter and grill lighter, so there's no need for lighter fluid. It’s also great for lighting campfires and fire pits, creating a cosy atmosphere. With its strong flame and built-in fan, the Airlighter 420 is your go-to tool for all fire-starting needs.

Yes, the Airlighter 420 is designed with safety in mind. While it uses butane fuel, it is engineered to minimise the risks associated with fire-starting, keeping your hands at a safe distance from the flame with its long, angled design.

Unlike traditional lighters, the Airlighter 420 combines a powerful butane torch flame with a built-in fan, making it faster and more efficient. It's cordless, portable, and eliminates the need for additional lighter fluid, providing a cleaner and more controlled fire-starting process.

Yes, the Airlighter 420 is designed to work effectively even in windy conditions. The torch flame is strong enough to light fires, and the fan helps spread the fire, making it reliable in various outdoor environments.

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