Gear Reviews

Knife experts pick the best strops and compounds for your home supplies and go bags. Read more

A great survival knife is a must-have item in your bug out and get home bags. Top experts curate the best choices among hundreds of options. Read more

Best lighter for survival

BIC Maxi

A basic fueled lighter makes a great prep. Here's our favorites. Read more

Best matches and containers

UCO Stormproof

We've purchased and tested over 50 of the best matches and waterproof containers. Read more

Best ferro rod and firesteel

Light My Fire Swedish Firesteel

See our testing of 40+ of the best backup fire starters Read more

Best tinder for survival fires

TinderQuik Tabs

Tinder is a must-have for any go-bag. Here's the top picks after 30 hours of research. Read more

Best bug out bag survival backpack

40 top choices by price and size

There's a lot of backpacks out there. We do the research to pick the best ones for your bug out bag. Read more

Best air rifles

Diana 34 Air Rifle .22

The best air rifle choices if you want an alternative or compliment to traditional firearms. Read more

The best bulletproof body armor when SHTF

AR500 Level 3+

Experts explain the basics of body armor and 'bulletproof vests' with the best choices you can buy today for SHTF and emergency preparedness. Read more

Best fire extinguisher for your home and vehicle

First Alert PRO5

The best models to keep around for common home and vehicle fires. Read more

Best emergency shower and hygiene wipes

Clean Trek Towels

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