Best compass for survival
We interviewed experts and researched the best options on the market to pick the right compass for your kits. Read more
Bug Out Vehicles
Best compass for survival
Best sleeping bag
Stay warm whether you're at home or have bugged out. Read more
Best lantern
Although candle or fueled lanterns are a decent backup and can put off a small amount of heat, many people have moved to modern LED electric lanterns that are energy efficient (and easy to recharge with portable solar or a battery pack), bright, and can act as a charging hub for other USB devices. Plus, Read more
Best headlamps for prepping
We've reviewed over 200 headlamps to pick the best for bug out bags, EDC, and more. Read more
Winter survival kits, extreme cold weather gear, and winterizing your home and car
Don't get caught in the cold. Simple tips and gear for preparing your home, car, and emergency bags for severe winters. Read more
Best portable solar chargers
See the winning portable solar chargers from over 100 hours of scientific field testing. Read more
Best tarp
A quality tarp is a critical part of any go-bag. So we spent 53 hours researching over 50 tarps and field reviewing the top 22. Read more
Best bivy sack
Want to add a bivy sack to your go-bags for better shelter? Here's the top picks. Read more
Best sleeping pads
Sleeping on the ground really sucks. So carry one of these top models in (or on) your go-bag. Read more
Best survival tent
Want to add a tent to your go-bags for better shelter? Here's the top picks. Read more
Best portable power bank
Keep one (or two) of these in your emergency go-bags. We bought and field tested 16 of the top models. Read more
Best signal mirror
Cheap, small, and easy-to-use gear to signal for help or communicate over long distances. Read more
Best tourniquet
Wilderness medicine instructors pick the best tourniquets so you don't buy the wrong one and bleed out. Read more
Best emergency shower and hygiene wipes
Don't turn into a wild beast after three days without a shower! We spent 16 hours researching and testing over 20 of the most popular wet wipes for your survival kits. Read more
Best tinder for survival fires
Tinder is a must-have for any go-bag. Here's the top picks after 30 hours of research. Read more
