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Bright Spark BS1256 Catering Blowtorch, 1.0kW
Bright Spark BS1256 is a compact catering blowtorch with one-touch piezo ignition and a focusable flame rated at up to 1.0kW. It is listed for browning, sealing and caramelising, but the recommended butane cartridge is not included.
At a glance
- One-touch piezo ignition for lighting.
- Focusable flame with a listed maximum heat of 1.0kW.
- The manufacturer says it can be used at any angle after warm-up.
- A click-in cartridge is described as removable even when not empty.
Price
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Reference price: £24.99
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Compact listed dimensions make it a small-format torch for focused kitchen finishing.
- Ignition is built into the torch, avoiding a separate lighting tool.
- Customers report quick lighting, useful flame control and good fit with gas canisters.
Cons
- The recommended butane cartridge is not included, so buyers need a compatible fuel source before use.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Brand | Bright Spark |
|---|---|
| Model | BS1256 |
| Dimensions listed | 12L x 4.5W x 6H centimetres |
|---|---|
| Material listed | Plastic |
| Listed colour | Multi-colour |
| Ignition and angle | One touch piezo ignition and after warm-up may then be used at any angle |
|---|---|
| Maximum heat | Focusable 1.0kW maximum heat for browning, sealing and caramelising |
| Recommended fuel | Recommended to use with Bright Spark A4 Butane Battery (Catering BS3656) not included |
| Cartridge connection and removal | Gas cartridge clicks to Blowtorch and can be safely removed even if not empty |
What to know before buying
- The listing says use at any angle only after warm-up. Customer feedback on flame power is mixed, including reports of unexpected flaring, so take care during operation.
What’s in the box
Included- 1 x BS1256
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Home cooks who want a compact torch for browning, sealing or caramelising food.
- Buyers who already have, or plan to obtain, a compatible Bright Spark A4 Catering BS3656 butane cartridge.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a torch supplied with its recommended gas cartridge.
- Anyone who needs a tool for broad-area heating rather than focused food-finishing tasks.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
76% 76% - 4 stars
13% 13% - 3 stars
5% 5% - 2 stars
1% 1% - 1 star
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Customer feedback reports quick lighting, perceived power, flame control and a good fit with gas canisters. Feedback on flame power is mixed, with some describing low gas use and others reporting unexpected flaring. That matters for close food-finishing work, where the listed focusable 1.0kW maximum heat offers control in principle but does not establish how consistently the flame behaves.
Positive themes
- Customers report that it lights quickly and offers good flame control.
- Feedback describes the torch as powerful and well-built, with one customer mentioning searing peppers and onions.
- Some customers report a good fit with gas canisters.
Mixed feedback
- Customer feedback on flame power is mixed, including reports of unexpected flaring alongside comments about low gas use.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Bright Spark BS1256 include a gas cartridge?
No. The listing recommends the Bright Spark A4 Butane Battery (Catering BS3656) and states that it is not included.
How is the torch lit?
It has one-touch piezo ignition.
Can it be used at different angles?
The listing says it may be used at any angle after warm-up.
Can a partly used cartridge be removed?
The listing says the cartridge clicks into the blowtorch and can be safely removed even if it is not empty.
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