In reply to climbwhenready:
I'm not convinced that Jetboil et al are lighter or more compact than a conventional burner, pan and windshield. And the Sol and Flash are certainly less versatile, due to the tall pot.
Yes, they use less fuel, but fuel is only one aspect of system weight, and how much fuel you carry will depend on the length of your trip, and how much boiling/cooking you do each day.
If you're really after something that is lightweight and compact, then I'd look at the total system weights for the sort of trips you do, and look at a number of different options, to include pressurised liquid, gas, meths and solid fuel stoves.
Then look at the subjective issues, such as personal preference, desire for speed, ease of use, ability to hang the stove in a tent, etc. And decide which stove system is best for you and the sort of trips you do.
I'd only use a Jetboil-style if I needed to use the stove in hanging mode. YMMV...