In this first video, I go over the main features and demonstrate a new, lightweight, portable, on-demand propane camping shower from BougeRV. I think this little unit is going to be quite handy aboard our boat this summer. After using it for a while, I’ll be back with a full review video.
- Built-in constant temperature control keeps water steady and comfortable with no sudden hot or cold swings
- Heats water in just 3 seconds (flash heating/on-demand)
- Installs in 60 seconds for quick plug-and-play setup
- Durable metal housing for rugged outdoor use
- High heating efficiency with max power of 20,500 BTU (average 10,000–20,000 BTU)
- Maximum flow rate: 3 L/min; average flow rate: 2–2.5 L/min
- An intelligent constant temperature system automatically adjusts heating power and water flow
- Digital/LED display panel for precise temperature adjustment and monitoring
- High temperature cutoff at 122°F (50°C) to prevent scalding
- Multiple safety protections: flame failure shut-off, overheat protection, tilt protection, gas safety monitoring, automatic power-off/no-flow shutoff
- Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery (4000mAh) powers the unit for up to 100 minutes runtime or ~15 showers per charge
- Electrical input: DC 12V-5A; supports charging via AC adapter, 12V car socket, or other sources
- Compact dimensions: 15.55 × 6.7 × 12.5 inches
- Weight: 14.7 lbs (portable with heavy-duty handles)
- Waterproof design (suitable for outdoor conditions)
- Includes a built-in 12V rechargeable water pump
- Comes with accessories: shower head + hose (8.2 ft), magnetic shower head holder, water pump + intake hose (4.9 ft), gas valve/regulator, AC adapter, 12V car power cord, user manual
- 2-year warranty
Fair Disclosure: I received a free review sample of the product
Unboxing, Demos, and Features Video
Propane Camping Shower – Usage Review on our Boat
We’ve just had a good evening and early morning of rain, so I took the chance to grab a nice hot shower using my BougeRV propane-powered portable shower unit on the boat. I tarp the back deck over our bedroom to catch drips and collect fresh rainwater in a 5-gallon bucket.
The lightweight unit lives in a storage box up on the flybridge along with a small green propane tank. I hook up the colour-coded hoses, drop the pump intake into the bucket, and feed the hot water hose through the porthole into the forward head. It runs on battery power with no plug needed. I set it for around 106 degrees, and it brings the cold inlet water up to temperature in about 20 seconds.
I turn the pump on to start the flow, rinse off, shut it down to soap up, then fire it back up for the final rinse. It gives me a proper hot shower using only about 4 gallons. The nozzle has different stream options, and the whole setup is simple to use and drain afterward. I just tuck everything away until next time. Overall, it has been a thumbs-up; it works great for off-grid boating.
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