Gear guides
Tools & Lighting
Headlamps, knives, power and navigation — the small things you only notice when they fail. These guides cover which are worth carrying, which are worth spending on, and which you already own.
6 picksElectronics
200W vs 500W Portable Power Stations Under $400 — Which Size You Actually Need
From $200
6 picksOptics
Best Budget Binoculars for Camping — What 8x42 Actually Means
From $25
6 picksTools
Best Folding Saws for Camping — Quieter and Safer Than an Axe
From $20
6 picksElectronics
Best Solar Chargers for Camping — What Actually Charges a Phone
From $36
6 picksTools
Best Camping Hatchets Under $50 — Splitting Wood Without Splitting Your Shin
From $29
6 picksLighting
Best Affordable Camping Lanterns Under $30: Cheap, Lightweight LED Picks
From $14
6 picksElectronics
Best Portable Power Stations for Camping Under $200
From $110
6 picksLighting
Affordable Headlamps for Camping - Top Picks
From $15
4 picksTools
Best Budget Camping Knife Under $30 for Camp Chores
From $19
6 picksNavigation
Best Budget GPS and Compass for Hiking
From $150
6 picksTools
Best Budget Multi-Tool for Camping
From $20