I've had an MSR WhisperLite for 20+ years, maybe 30. Always lights, though it's easier with a little alcohol to preheat it. I've been looking at these, though-
http://wildernessinnovation.com/surv...folding-stove/ and
http://www.bepreparedtosurvive.com/S...0Resources.htm and
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjdpaO03-SA
Not really a stove... no wait, it is but it's a kettle...no... it's cool but doesn't pack down.
http://www.kellykettle.com/
1911fan