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Survival kits are purpose-built for a very bad day, yet these kits don\u2019t have a gloom-and-doom vibe for most outdoor enthusiasts. In fact, they usually evoke the opposite feeling. My survival students often describe these kits as offering hope and possibilities (not to mention some cool gadgets). Personally, I love buying and building survival kits and wouldn\u2019t want you to think of them as a bad luck charm. Instead, think of them as a smart safety net for a really unlucky day in the backcountry.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

I tested several of the readily available kits on the market and picked the best survival kits for different use cases.\u00a0<\/p>\n

How We Chose the Survival Kits\u00a0<\/h2>\n
From pocket-sized kits to custom DIY kits the best survival kit for you depends on how you\u2019ll use it. Scott Einsmann<\/i><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

I\u2019ve seen a lot of commercially available survival kits since I started teaching survival skills way back in 1995. Since then, I\u2019ve reviewed\u00a0survival gear<\/a>\u00a0for Outdoor Life and helped many of my students build their own survival kits from scratch. For this review, I wanted to represent a wide range of budget-friendly survival kits. So, rather than offering you an apple-to-apple comparison, I\u2019ve gathered a fruit basket for your consideration. Some are big kits for your home or vehicle, and others are light and packable. The common thread through them all was their value. Each of these kits offers vital survival components that are both practical and affordable.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Best Survival Kits: Reviews and Recommendations <\/h2>\n

Best Pocket Kit: ESEE Knives Mini Kit<\/a><\/h3>\n
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Key Features<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Weight: 5 ounces<\/li>\n
  • Dimensions: 2.5 X 4 inches<\/li>\n
  • Includes: Supplies for fire, food gathering, signaling and navigation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    • Fits in a pocket\u00a0<\/li>\n
    • Has survival advice inside\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • The kit lacks items for shelter and water, your typical top two survival priorities\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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