Best Survival Gifts in 2022

When you’re in a real emergency situation, there are a few things that you’ll need first – power, radio access, and light. This amazing survival gift provides all three in a compact and robust package. However, that’s not the most amazing thing about this tool. The most useful function is the four-way power supply. It can be powered by AAA batteries, the integrated 2000mAh power bank, a solar panel, and a hand crank. That means, whatever situation you find yourself in, you can access power, even if you have to generate it yourself. You can even charge your smartphone up using the USB charger. Practicing good survival means being prepared for the worst – the FosPower Emergency Solar Hand Crank Portable Radio is just the tool for that.

Hiking/survival blankets are the most underrated tool to have with you out on the trail, or in emergency situations and bug-out bags. Water-resistant, puncture-proof and tearproof, they come in handy in multiple situations, and nobody has done it better than Matador. This survival blanket comes ready to impale into the ground with designated ground stake slots, and included rust-proof metal stakes. Survival blankets come a dime a dozen, but Matador is the original pocket-sized survival blanket, designated for lightweight, minimalist travel in the great outdoors.

As epic as it sounds, the Voodoo Hawk is a satin-polished axe head on a GRN handle with immense power and storage capabilities. Stash this 2.75” within the included sheath, slip it into your bag, and you have self-defense, the ability to build a shelter, and a hunting tool all in one. This inexpensive survival axe is powerful enough to ward off attackers in SHTF scenarios, and powerful enough to be used as a pry bar if you’re creative enough. Simple and straightforward, this durable axe is your ultimate companion out in the great unknown. A great addition to our best survival gifts guide.

The best survival tools have more than one use. When space is at a premium (like it is any survival situation) you need to use your space wisely. The Swiss Safe 5-in-1 Fire Starter is a fire-starter, compass, whistle, and paracord. The main feature is the firestarter that can be used over 16,000 times, can start fires in any weather conditions, and is much more reliable than matches and lighters. The compass and 150dB whistle aren’t the reason you’d buy this tool, but they will come in handy in lots of survival situations. Plus, you can cut the 450lb paracord to make hundreds of feet of string for fishing, shelter-building, and more.

When don’t you need a good multitool? Useful for everyday occurrences and especially in survival situations, multitools are the bread and butter of any established EDC kit. Gerber is one of our all-time favorite brands for EDC items here at Gear Hungry, and with this one, they did it again. Gerber Dime Multitool can be applied to hundreds of survival situations, offering solutions and aid in more ways than you can think. Between the stainless steel build and light carry weight, you’re off to a good start.

Ten tools, including spring-loaded pliers and a fine-edged blade, are yours to command. Expandable and able to contour to any situation, yet convenient enough to fold up small and slip into your EDC kit, or coin pocket of your jeans. This must-have item is critical to severe first-aid situations, minimize time spent on tedious tasks on the campsite, and give you the sense of security that you’re up for any challenge that nature throws your way. Definitely, one of the best survival gifts you can get for your loved ones.

Let’s hop into a worst-case scenario situation. You need to replant vegetation in dead soil, attempting to raise some food to sustain yourself. There’s 15,000 seeds, all non-GMO and non-hybrid, in this tiny survival garden. Stored in an airtight and moisture-proof container, Open Vault Seeds will withstand anything you throw at them, until you actually open the package.

32 different varieties of seeds live in this pouch, giving you a fair shot at a balanced diet, and with over 15,000 seeds, all boasting a high germination rate and open pollination code, you’ll be able to make something out of nothing. This package is resealable and reusable, so you can plant what you need, and ensure that the rest remain safe from harm in the meantime. Our handy guide to the dehydrated camping foods features more great products like this.

Everything you need, for just about every situation  you can imagine. This one-of-a-kind, all-purpose MyFak first-aid kit is designed to be the perfect companion to any good bug-out bag, disaster strategy, or emergency situation by stashing it under the driver’s seat of your car. This kit boasts being indestructible, so it won’t quit (even if you try to make it).

Used by the FBI, Red Cross, Air Force, and other first responders, these MyFak kits are designed to withstand anything and aid you in the worst situations you could imagine yourself in. The entire thing weighs less than three pounds, and is automatically backed by MyMedic’s lifetime guarantee.

From gauze, antibacterial bandages, burn jel, a CPR shield, pain relief, a survival blanket and more, you get dozens and dozens of items necessary to preserve your survival. Click through to the product to get a full list of everything includes, categorized by situation and needs. This also makes a perfect gift for hikers.

Slip this into the pocket of your jeans or into your EDC kit, and get ready to pull this out for dozens of occasions. From peeling to car-opening, cutting cables, utilization of the pry bar and more, there’s numerous situations where you’ll find yourself reaching for The Muncher. Crafted of titanium for durability, equipped with corrosion resistance, all while being twice as powerful as steel—this is what’s been missing from your EDC.

These aren’t those tactical cross lightning bolt lighters you’ve seen everywhere. Titanlight Refillable Waterproof Lighter gives you real flame, while remaining totally usable after the water has passed. Made of ultra lightweight and durable machined aluminum, this ultimate EDC addition is crafted in the homeland, and works for up to five-hundred sparks before you need to switch out the internal flint. You can’t have a survival kit without the most basic necessity: a means to produce fire. Be sure to also check out our list of Zippo lighters for more great items like this. 

Whether for fresh water or a drink under the stars, good flasks are the ultimate companion for an indestructible container to keep fresh liquids in. Crafted of rust-proof and BPA-free components, The Stanley Master is a cold-rolled steel flask, easy to clean, dishwasher safe, and fully leakproof. Drop it down the hiking trail or let it roll around in your backpack for twelve hours—it’s not going to quit on you. Steel is simple to keep sanitary for clean water storage, and provides a dent-proof build.

If you end up in a worst-case scenario and don’t want to leave a trail behind, or you need a quick solution out in the wilderness, Radiate Portable Campfire is just the ticket. Wax-burning and equipped to cook small to medium-sized pans over the flame, you get a versatile and portable device that does exactly what the title suggests. Setup and extinguishing is a breeze, and refilling this unit with wax is as simple as it gets.

Being able to cook on the go is an essential survival skill. It’s possible to survive on your foraging skills alone, but it’s much easier if you can hunt and cook food. The Ohuhu Camping Stove is the perfect alternative to lugging a large gas camping stove around with you. The best thing about this survival tool is that it doesn’t require fuel canisters or alcohol. Instead, you burn twigs, leaves, pinecones, and wood as fuel. This is both better for the environment and for the space in your pack. At just 5.3-inches tall and weighing 12.8 ounces, you won’t find a better space-saving cooking option.