It’s that time of year again! As 2022 winds down, it’s the time of year to feel festive, grateful, and prepared. As we approach the holidays, we wanted to share with you are our top-selling survival and outdoor gear items for the year 2022. This list contains not only the top-selling gear but also the most reviewed by customers with the highest ratings. The Survival Frog team has also tested these items extensively in our own lives. This is the list of the top 20 gifts we plan on giving to friends and family this year.
#1 QuadraPro Solar Bank with Wireless & Dual USB Charging
On demand power when and where you need it.
- Charges fast and for free with solar, or USB power outlet
- Charge up to 3 devices at once, includes wireless charging
- Water-resistant and built-in flashlight
- Built-in loops and magnets for easy hanging in the sun
- Four high powered 5.5 W solar panels
#2 QuickHeat PRO Rechargeable Hand Warmer with Portable Power Bank
This is the “pro version” of our top-selling electric hand warmer. The upgraded version is hotter to the touch, has a larger battery capacity, and a sleek new look.
- Gives off between 120-130 degrees Fahrenheit
- Battery lasts 6-14 hours and is rechargeable
- Doubles as a handy backup power source for your phone
#3 Tough Tesla Lighter 2.0 – Outdoor Waterproof Dual Arc Plasma Lighter
This tough-as-nails electric lighter puts fire at your fingertips in any weather.
- Windproof, waterproof, shockproof – works great in rainy or windy conditions
- No flames, no smoke, no fuel
- Top-Facing Dual Arc Electric Lighter
- Plus, paratinder neck lanyard, rescue whistle & built-in flashlight
#4 QuickHeat Rechargeable Hand Warmer with Portable Power Bank
The OG version of one of our most requested items for the holidays keeps your hands toasty and your phone charged.
- Heats up to 104-140 degrees Fahrenheit
- Charger for your small USB electronic devices (phone, etc.)
- Lasts 2-6 hours, and is rechargeable
#5 Pocket Jumper PRO 2.0
Premium quality jump starter kit that’s small enough to fit in your glove box. Never be stranded with a dead battery again, and no need to flag down a stranger for help.
- Can jump start 20 cars on 1 charge
- Includes jumper cables and zip-up storage case
- Charger for USB devices (cell phone, etc.)
- Redesigned in 2019, now powerful enough to jump diesel and trucks
#6 Lifeshield® Self Defense Kit with Stun Gun, Pepper Spray, Personal Alarm & Carrying Case
Three self-defense tools in one kit.
- Non-lethal injury so you stay safe and out of custody
- Gift to your loved ones to keep them safe
- Easy to use, no training required
- Compact enough to keep in purse or bag
- Can temporarily disable an attacker, giving you time to get away
#7 Mixed Meat All Natural 12 per Box 28oz Jumbo Canned Meat by Survival Fresh
Delicious and tender with a shelf life of up to 25 years. No refrigeration required.
- Case includes: Beef, Chicken, Hamburger, Pork, & Turkey
- It’s delicious, healthy & versatile!
- Raised and hand packed in the USA
- No fillers, preservatives, growth hormones, or chemicals – just meat and sea salt.
- NOT freeze-dried meat – cooked in the can to retain all the juices and taste of real meat
#8 Tact Bivvy® 2.0 Emergency Sleeping Bag w/ HeatEcho® Technology, Paratinder Drawstring, & Whistle
Our best-selling emergency sleeping bag made from trademarked HeatEcho® material.
- Now includes paratinder paracord, whistle, and carabiner
- Waterproof, windproof, tear-resistant
- Reflects 90% of your body’s heat back to you
- Reusable and now comes in a larger stuff sack
- Ultra-lightweight at only 4.7 oz
#9 Zombinator® Survival Hatchet – Multi Tool Axe
Full tang hatchet blade – chop through pretty much anything (including zombies!) with this sharp and powerful survival hatchet.
- 10-in-1 multi-tool includes a hammer head, nail claw, pry bar, & hex sockets
- A powerful pickaxe for tough materials
- Easy to sharpen when dull
- Strong sheath to protect the blade when it’s stored
#10 QuadPod Camping Lantern
This compact lantern packs a lot of light into a small package.
- Ultra-bright at 700 lumens, it easily lights up a whole room
- Waterproof and weatherproof
- 6 useful lighting modes, including a flashing SOS mode
- Foldable and portable – it’s travel-ready for your next adventure
- Emergency phone charger – won’t fully charge your phone but gives you enough power for a phone call or text
#11 [NEW] Personal Water Filter Straw
Provides you with long-lasting clean drinking water solution on the go. A must-have for any camping trip or emergency kit.
- Filters up to 5,000 liters of clean drinking water
- BPA free and battery free – just submerge and sip like it’s a normal straw
- Upgraded 5-stage filtration eliminates 99.99999% of harmful substances (bacteria, pollution, chlorine, organic chemicals, etc.)
- Lightweight and portable
- Extended tube and water bottle attachment
#12 EasyPower™ USB Rechargeable AA Batteries
Four durable and long-lasting rechargeable AA batteries.
- Charges anywhere there’s a USB port
- Each battery gives you over 500 charges
#13 Bow Drill Fire Starter Kit
Let the primitive side of you come out and play and make a fire without a lighter or matches.
- Fun and educational – perfect for hardened campers, scouts, or science projects
- Bamboo handle designed not to hurt your hands
- Engaging campsite activity and useful life skill for survivalists
#14 Survival Tips Playing Cards
Play Poker, bridge, gin rummy and learn how to survive 52 different disaster scenarios. These make a great and unique gift or stocking stuffer!
A sneak peek into a few of the cards:
- Surviving a Plane Crash
- Surviving Quicksand
- Surviving a “Knockout” Punch
- Surviving a Shark Attack
- Surviving an Avalanche in a Car
#15 [NEW] Solar LED Tube Light
Solar LED Tube Light has quick and easy inflation for every outdoor need.
- Charges fast and for free with solar or via USB charging
- Deflates to fit right in your pocket
- Water and weather resistant
- Includes three magnetic attachment points and a carabiner loop for easy hanging
#16 HydroStop Lightweight Dry Bag
Our Lightweight Dry Bag protects all your valuable, life-saving gear so it'll be bone dry when you need it.
- Gear stays dry even when completely submerged in water
- The large dry bag has 40 liters of space
- Stuffs down to the size of your fist for easy storage
- Trap some air in your dry bag and it floats
- Durable material won’t rip or tear
#17 Solo Bivy Tent – 1 Person Backpacking Tent with Rain Fly
Lightweight, all-season tent from material designed to stay warm during cold weather and stay cool during hot weather.
- Fast and simple set up with only two aluminum rods to attach together
- Weighs in at a mere 2.9 pounds
- Pre-sealed seams and a reinforced rainfly keep the rain out, so you stay dry inside the tent
- Spacious enough for a 6-foot-tall person and some gear
- Includes 14 heavy duty stakes so you’re secure
#18 BaoFeng Tech BF-F8HP Ham Radio
This Ham radio offers a reliable alternative method of communication in case of a crisis.
- Can communicate and relay lifesaving information
- Can monitor two channels at once
- Also includes FM radio for a bit of entertainment out in the field
- Voice operated transmit feature allows for hands-free use
- FCC compliant
#19 EDC Survival Bundle
This ultimate emergency bundle includes 21 survival tools in one kit, so you’re prepared for just about anything.
- Perfect for hurricane and storm prone areas
- Ideal for dealing with unexpected situations when camping, hiking, traveling, and more
- Offers the peace of mind of being prepared
- The perfect practical gift for any prepper our outdoor enthusiast
#20 Ready Shelter Tube Tent 2.0
This emergency tent can provide shelter from nature’s harsh conditions in just minutes.
- Easily accommodates two people
- Fully waterproof and protects against rain, snow, wind, and the sun’s powerful summer rays
- HeatEcho® material reflects 90% of body heat back at you (or reverse the tent in the summer months to block the sun)
- Easy to take anywhere as it folds down to the size of your hand and only weights 7 oz
- Reusable and durable
Hopefully you saw something for everyone on your list, but if you need a little extra inspiration, we’ve also put together a full-blown 2022 Holiday Gift Guide that breaks down gifts into different categories.