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It is true that the Wilesco burner is rather confined and makes burning stuff other than square Esbit more difficult.

But using gel fuel in foil in the Wilesco burner works well.

It's also true that speed control is nice to have as well.
I recommend spending or waiting a wee bit more for a D16 or a Mamod with a lever. (Could buy a Mamod TE or roller and use it to drive accessories.)