Iwatani CB-TC-PRO2 Culinary Torch - Professional (PRO 2)
7.7/ 10
Editorial score
Flame
9.5
Safety
6.0
Burn time
8.0
Warranty
6.5
Why this score?
Flame power & control · 9.5
6,300 BTU/hr, 2700°F; separate flame strength and shape knobs
Safety lock & stand · 6.0
No safety lock listed; manual says professional use only; stabilizing stand
Fuel & burn time · 8.0
About 100 minutes at max power; Iwatani canisters only, no 45° tilt
Warranty · 6.5
1 year from purchase
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forCooks who want the hottest flame and long run time without refilling
A torch head that attaches directly to an Iwatani butane canister, rated at 6,300 BTU/hr and up to 2700°F. Separate knobs adjust flame strength and flame shape, from a wide, soft flame to a concentrated point.
Strengths
Highest stated heat here (2700°F) with flame shape and strength controls
About 100 minutes of burn time at max power per Iwatani; no refilling, you swap canisters
Weaknesses
No safety lock listed; Iwatani's manual labels it for professional use only
Must be used with Iwatani butane canisters and not tilted 45 degrees or more
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
1.5" x 7.9" x 2.8" (38 x 200 x 71 mm)
Construction
Torch head that mounts on an Iwatani butane canister; stabilizing stand clips to the canister
BonJour Crème Brulee Torch (Chef's Torch with Fuel Gauge)
7.2/ 10
Editorial score
Flame
7.0
Safety
8.0
Burn time
7.0
Warranty
6.5
Why this score?
Flame power & control · 7.0
Adjustable, anti-flare flame; no temperature stated
Safety lock & stand · 8.0
Safety lock and removable stand
Fuel & burn time · 7.0
Refillable butane with fuel level window; no burn time given
Warranty · 6.5
Quality Assurance Guarantee; terms not stated
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forOccasional crème brûlée and meringue at home
A refillable butane torch with an aluminum body, a fuel level window, adjustable flame, anti-flare flame, safety lock and a removable stand. BonJour is a Meyer brand and sells it through its potsandpans.com store.
Strengths
Lowest price among the picks
Fuel level window, safety lock and removable stand
Weaknesses
Butane sold separately
Maker page gives no flame temperature or burn time
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
8.00 x 4.00 x 5.00 in (Walmart listing sold by potsandpans.com)
Adjustable flame, self-igniting piezo; no flame temperature stated
Safety lock & stand · 9.0
Child-proof safety lock and removable safety stand
Fuel & burn time · 8.5
60-minute burn time; works at any angle per maker
Warranty · 9.0
Lifetime warranty against material and manufacturing defects
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forSerious home cooks who want a longer burn and a lifetime warranty
A refillable culinary torch from the knife maker Messermeister with self-igniting piezo ignition, a child-proof safety lock, adjustable flame and a removable safety stand. Messermeister lists a 60-minute burn time and says it works at any angle.
Strengths
60-minute burn time and works at any angle, per Messermeister
Covered by Messermeister's lifetime Knife for Life warranty
Weaknesses
Most expensive torch in this guide
No dimensions or flame temperature on the maker's page
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
Not stated by Messermeister
Material
Not stated (page notes a brass part)
Fuel
Butane, refillable
Ignition
Self-igniting piezo
Flame adjustment
Adjustable flame
Safety lock
Child proof safety lock system
Burn time
60 minutes
Warranty
Lifetime against material and manufacturing defects
Adjustable flame, piezo ignition; no flame temperature stated
Safety lock & stand · 9.0
Child-proof safety lock and removable stand
Fuel & burn time · 7.0
35-minute burn time, shorter than full-size; works at any angle
Warranty · 9.0
Lifetime warranty against material and manufacturing defects
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forSmall kitchens, cocktail garnishes and quick dessert finishes
A smaller version of the Cheflamme with the same feature list: piezo ignition, child-proof safety lock, adjustable flame and a removable stand. Messermeister lists a 35-minute burn time.
Strengths
Compact, one-handed design per Messermeister
Child-proof safety lock and works at any angle
Weaknesses
Shorter burn time (35 minutes) than the full-size Cheflamme
No dimensions or flame temperature on the maker's page
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
Not stated by Messermeister
Material
Not stated (page notes a brass part)
Fuel
Butane, refillable
Ignition
Self-igniting piezo
Flame adjustment
Adjustable flame
Safety lock
Child proof safety lock system
Burn time
35 minutes
Warranty
Lifetime against material and manufacturing defects
Small kitchens, cocktail garnishes and quick dessert finishes
Not stated by Messermeister
Butane, refillable
Adjustable flame
OUR METHOD
How we scored
Manufacturer specs, not hands-on tests. Each pick is rated out of 10 on four things:
30%Flame power & control
25%Safety lock & stand
25%Fuel & burn time
20%Warranty
What to look for in a kitchen torch
Choose tank or canistertank is compact; canister runs longer but is taller and heavier
Look for a safety lockstops accidental lighting; check for child-resistant lock around children
Choose an adjustable flamelow for meringue, strong for faster caramelizing
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does a kitchen torch use?
All the torches in this guide run on butane. The BonJour Crème Brulee Torch and both Messermeister Cheflamme torches are refilled from a butane can, while the Iwatani PRO2 screws straight onto an Iwatani butane canister instead of being refilled. Butane is sold separately for every pick here.
Does a kitchen torch need a safety lock?
A lock helps prevent accidental lighting, especially in homes with children. BonJour and Messermeister both list a safety lock (Messermeister calls it a child proof safety lock system), while Iwatani does not mention one for the PRO2. Store any torch out of reach of children whatever its features.
How long does a kitchen torch run before it needs fuel?
It depends on tank size and flame setting. Iwatani quotes about 100 minutes at max power per canister for the PRO2, and Messermeister lists 60 minutes for the Cheflamme and 35 minutes for the Cheflamme Mini. BonJour does not state a burn time.
Can I tilt a kitchen torch or use it upside down?
Check the manual for your model. Messermeister says both Cheflamme torches work at any angle, but Iwatani's instruction manual warns not to tilt the PRO2 nozzle down 45 degrees or more because it can cause poor ignition or overheating. When torching crème brûlée, keep the torch upright and move the dish if you need a different angle.
