Joolca Nomad
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Joolca Nomad Portable Hot Water Kit Review: Hot Water Off the Grid

If you’ve spent time at a remote hunting camp, you know that even the most basic comforts can feel like luxury. At my off-grid grouse camp with no running water, a hot shower was at the top of my wish list. After researching the best portable water systems for camp life, I landed on the Joolca Nomad (HOTTAP V2) Portable Hot Water Kit—and it’s been a game-changer. Check out our complete Joolca Nomad Review.

Joolca Nomad First Impressions: Simple, Smart, and Rugged

The concept behind the Joolca HOTTAP is simple and brilliant: a propane-powered portable water heater that delivers on-demand hot water anywhere you have water and power. Joolca offers a variety of modular kits, and I opted for the Nomad Kit, which includes the water pump, faucet, shower head and sink setup, and a great carry case.

I also added the AC adapter, as I have access to power at my site. That said, the system is fully functional off 12V DC power, so it’s totally viable for backcountry or mobile use, even when you’re completely off-grid.

Joolca Nomad at Camp: Big Comfort in a Compact Setup

Joolca Nomad
Here’s the Joolca at my camp. I found a folding camp table to serve as a stand for Joolca sink

At my grouse camp, water is hauled in, but the Joolca system can just as easily pull from a lake or stream with the included pump and filter. Once set up, the system provides a hot shower and a working sink, which is a total game-changer for remote living. Whether you’re rinsing off a day’s worth of sweat from bird hunting, or washing up after dinner, having pressurized hot water on demand adds serious livability.

Setup is intuitive and well-designed. Joolca also makes a variety of smart accessories and add-ons, so you can dial in your setup for your exact use case—whether you’re truck camping, van living, or off-grid homesteading.

Joolca Performance & Reliability

Let’s be honest: gear used off the grid needs to work every time. My Joolca Nomad wasn’t completely trouble-free – I had a couple of minor issues. That said, Joolca’s customer service was excellent—responsive, helpful, and quick to resolve the problems. That kind of support makes a big difference when you’re investing in a system like this.

Once dialed in, the Nomad kit has worked exactly as advertised. The water heats up quickly, the flow is consistent, and the system packs away cleanly for transport or storage.

Joolca Nomad Final Thoughts

The Joolca Nomad Hot Water Kit is one of those upgrades that makes your remote camp feel like home. It’s easy to use, adaptable to a variety of power and water sources, and well-supported by a company that stands behind its product. If you’re looking to add comfort and utility to your off-grid setup, this is one piece of gear worth every penny.

Pros:

  • Instant hot water
  • Use with AC or 12V DC power
  • Can pull water from a river, lake, or container
  • Great accessories and modular design
  • Excellent customer service

Cons:

  • Minor issues (resolved quickly)
  • Slight learning curve for first-time users

Bottom Line: If you spend time in remote camps or want to upgrade your off-grid lifestyle, the Joolca Nomad is a reliable, flexible solution for hot water on demand. Highly recommended.

Joolca HOTTAP Nomad Kit – Portable Hot Water Kit – $649

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