100 Products We Love for Less Than $100

Great gear doesn’t have to be expensive.

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Gear Patrol’s editors test and review thousands of products every year to recommend the best gear in every category. Though many products carry price tags that reflect their superlative design and function, there are just as many that offer incredible value for affordable prices. So if you’re looking for great gear that won’t break the bank, keep reading to check out the 100 products we love for less than $100.

Outdoors

Coffee with Flex Sip Lid - 20 fl. oz.REI

BEST TRAVEL MUG FOR BACKPACKERS

Hydro Flask 20-Ounce Coffee with Flex Sip Lid

Along with keeping your coffee piping hot for hours at a time, this extremely durable mug also comes with a leakproof lid.

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darn tough hiker boot sock cushion socksREI

BEST UPGRADE HIKING SOCKS

Darn Tough Hiker Boot Sock Cushion Socks

These cozy and cushiony hiking socks will last you a lifetime — and they come with a simple, no-nonsense warranty to back up that claim.

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thousand heritage 20 bike  skate helmetCourtesy

BEST INCLUSIVE DESIGN

Thousand Heritage 2.0 Bike & Skate Helmet

Thousand used eight years of feedback to create this helmet with its hybrid head form that can fit a wide range of head shapes comfortably.

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adidas five ten sleuth dlxADIDAS

BEST BUDGET-FRIENDLY MTB SHOES

Adidas Five Ten Sleuth DLX

The Sleuth is a dependable, comfortable flat mountain bike shoe that delivers just what it promises: no-nonsense performance.

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FREE® T4Leatherman

BEST MINI MULTI-TOOL

Leatherman Free T4

This impressive multi-tool boasts 12+ functions, Leatherman’s groundbreaking FREE magnetic tech and so much more — all while taking up about the same amount of room as a pocket knife.

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CRKT Pilar III Frame Lock Knife Black G-10 (3" Stonewash D2) 5317D2Blade HQ

BEST OVERALL POCKET KNIFE

CRKT Pilar III

With its brilliant balance between materials and price, CRKT’s Pilar III is an achievement in EDC excellence — and it’s the best daily knife for most people.

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adventure medical kits mountain series hiker medical kitREI

BEST FIRST AID KIT FOR CAMPING IN GROUPS

Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Hiker Medical Kit

At 7.2 ounces, this teeny-tiny overnight first aid kit comes with almost everything you’d need for first aid in the wild.

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MagLite4,4 Functions: Momentary, Full Power, Power Save and Strobe TRM1RA4 Mag-Tac LED Rechargeable Flashlight System- Crowned-Bezel, BlackAmazon

MOST DURABLE FLASHLIGHT

MagLite Mag-Tac TRM1RA4

Impressive battery life, a quick charge time and an efficient crowned bezel make this the utilitarian, tough-as-nails option you need in almost any scenario.

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nocs provisions standard issue 8x25 waterproof binocularsHuckberry

COOLEST LOOKING BINOCULARS

Nocs Provisions Standard Issue 8×25 Waterproof Binoculars

Yes, they look great — but these binoculars also offer 8x magnification, IPX7 waterproofing, fogproof lenses and more.

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Tech

mophie wireless charging vent mountApple

BEST MAGSAFE CAR MOUNT

Mophie Wireless Charging Vent Mount

This Mophie Magsafe car charger is one of the few that Apple actually sells. It’s highly adjustable and can actually charge your iPhone while holding it in place.

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Nothing Ear Stick Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.2 Active Noise Cancellation in Headphones with 3 Microphone,29H Playtime IP54 Waterproof Bass Lock Earphones -Compatible iPhone &AndroidAmazon

WIRELESS EARBUDS WITH THE BEST DESIGN

Nothing Ear (Stick)

Nothing’s Ear (Stick) boast a transparent design, a lipstick-shaped charging case that twists open and close and a fit and format similar to Apple’s AirPods Pro.

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Wemo Smart Plug with Thread - Smart Outlet for Apple HomeKit - Smart Home Products, Smart Home Lighting, Smart Home Gadgets - Homekit Smart Plug - Tech Gifts - Works W/ Apple iPhone, Easy NFC Set UpAmazon

BEST SMART PLUG

Wemo Smart Plug with Thread

With its small silhouette, physical power button and compatibility with most smart systems, this Wemo offering has everything you could want in a smart plug.

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Philips Hue Smart 75W A19 LED Bulb - White and Color Ambiance Color-Changing Light - 1 Pack - 1100LM - E26 - Indoor - Control with Hue App - Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomekitAmazon

BEST SMART LIGHT BULB

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance

Though expensive, Philips Hue light bulbs offer unrivaled customization and superb (dimmable) brightness. Plus, they’re compatible with most smart ecosystems.

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Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen - Smart Home Display with Google Assistant - ChalkWalmart

BEST SMART ALARM CLOCK

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

Google’s second-generation Nest Hub makes an excellent smart alarm clock with its relatively big and bright display and a built-in radar sensor that can actually track your quality of sleep.

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Logitech MX Master 3S OverviewB&H Photo

BEST WIRELESS MOUSE

Logitech MX Master 3S

Logitech’s MX Master 3S has an ergonomic design, dual scroll wheels and customizable buttons, but it’s more sensitive and significantly quieter than its predecessor.

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Style

Groovy Pocket TeeOuterknown

Best Overall T-Shirt

Outerknown Groovy Pocket Tee

Made from organic cotton, this shirt is loosely knit for an airy feel which goes well with its relaxed silhouette.

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Men's Recycled Fleece Tapered SweatpantRicher Poorer

Best Overall Sweatpants

Richer Poorer Recycled Fleece Tapered Sweatpants

Richer Poorer’s sweats look like a successful vintage score — like super soft, worn-in sweatpants colleges would assign to student athletes.

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levi's 501 jeansLevi

Best Overall Jeans

Levi’s 501 Jeans

These button-fly, straight-leg jeans work as well with a pair sneakers as they do boots.

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Sur SweatshirtOuterknown

Best Overall Crewneck Sweatshirt

Outerknown Sur Sweatshirt

Outerknown’s Sur Sweatshirt has a hemp and organic blend terry fabric that make it a hefty-yet-soft option.

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Merino Wool Beanie - Navy BlueCourtesy

Best Overall Beanie

Colorful Standard Merino Wool Beanie

This beanie’s perfectly proportioned, made in Portugal with Italian superfine merino wool for a silky touch and comes in every color you could conceivably want.

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converse chuck taylor all starConverse

Best Overall Classic Sneakers

Converse Chuck Taylor All Star

Converse named its rubber-soled, high-top basketball sneaker the All-Star in 1920 and more than a century later, people still wear it.

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overland clyde australian merino sheepskin scuff mule slippers with arch supportCourtesy

Best Overall Slippers

Overland Clyde Australian Merino Sheepskin Scuff Mule Slippers with Arch Support

Overland’s Clyde slippers are made from Australian merino sheepskin in a classic mule shape, which means there’s no heel.

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Trucker JacketLevi

Best Overall Denim Jacket

Levi’s Trucker Jacket

This denim jacket is great overtop base layers, just beware the body runs slightly slim if you intend to button it all the way up.

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uniqlo ultra light down jacketUniqlo

Best Affordable Down Jacket

Uniqlo Ultra Light Down Jacket

Uniqlo’s Ultra Light Down Jacket is indispensable to have on hand, even though it lacks some of the fit and finish of (much) more expensive competitors.

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Get a FREE Cooler Caddy valued at US$59!Bellroy

Best Slim Wallet

Bellroy Card Sleeve

This thin leather wallet has a big slot for up to eight cards, a tinier one for cash and a pull tab to make getting both out a bit easier.

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Boat and Tote, Open-TopL.L.Bean

Best Overall Tote Bag

L.L.Bean Boat and Tote

Originally made to haul loads of ice, this is the perfect tote for everyday use.

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No. 258 Standard Issue Toiletry BagCourtesy

Best Overall Dopp Kit

Billykirk No. 258 Standard Issue Toiletry Bag

Billykirk’s Toiletry Bag is constructed from a water-resistant waxed canvas exterior, water-resistant nylon lining and a durable, full-grain leather bottom.

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Zoid CubeMystery Ranch

Mystery Ranch Zoid Cube

Available in three different sizes (245, 505 and 885 cubic inches), these cubes are made from lightweight yet durable 210d Hitra Robic nylon and feature YKK zippers.

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Baxter of California Large Comb-Large (Pack of 1)Amazon

Best Overall Comb

Baxter of California Comb

This handcrafted, Swiss-made comb by Baxter of California is designed for styling, trimming and detangling straight or fine hair.

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Wahl USA Stainless Steel Lithium Ion 2.0+ Beard Trimmer for Men - Electric Shaver & Nose Ear Trimmer - Rechargeable All in One Men's Grooming Kit - Model 9864SSAmazon

Best Overall Beard Trimmer

Wahl 9864 Beard Trimmer

Wahl’s bear trimmer is housed in a durable stainless steel shell and utilizes rechargeable Lithium Ion 2.0 technology that can provide six hours of trimming on one charge.

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Hydrating ShampooCourtesy

Best Overall Shampoo

Oars + Alps Hydrating Shampoo

Oars + Alps’ Hydrating Shampoo is free from everything that could damage your hair — such as, sulfates — and infused with natural extracts like kelp and algae.

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Hair Pomade For Men by Forte Series Medium Flexible Hold, Low Shine Mens Hair Pomade Water Based Pomade for Men for Slicked Back Hairstyles, For Medium/Thick Hair, Non-Greasy, (3 oz)Amazon

Best Overall Pomade

Alex Costa Forte Series Pomade

The Forte Series pomade offers serious hold without the greasy, shiny look of most other pomades.

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Lip Balm #1Kiehl’s

Best Overall Lip Balm

Kiehls Lip Balm #1

Kiehl’s longstanding best-seller, Lip Balm #1, features a formula comprising squalane, aloe vera and vitamin E.

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The Starter Kithelmm.com

Best Upgrade Deodorant

Helmm Reusable Deodorant

Helmm’s customizable deodorant comes in four colors, four scents and three different formulas.

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Andis 17220 Pro Foil Lithium Plus Titanium Foil Shaver, Cord/Cordless - Professional Turbocharged Cordless Men’s Shaver with USB Charger - CopperAmazon

Best Overall Electric Shaver

Andis 17220 Pro Foil Shaver

This durable copper-shelled shaver delivers nick-free neckline and stubble cleanups with maximum speed and precision.

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BEARD GROOMING OILBaxter of California

Best Overall Beard Oil

Baxter of California Beard Oil

With an avocado- and apricot-oil base, Baxter’s blend gives a healthy shine while it softens the skin and hair with squalane.

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Colgate hum Smart Electric Toothbrush Kit, Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush with Travel Case & Bonus Refill Head, BlueAmazon

Best Overall Electric Toothbrush

Colgate Hum Electric Toothbrush

Hum’s main selling point is that it’s compatible with an app that can track your brushing in real time.

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Mind and Body WashCourtesy

Best Overall Body Wash

Bathing Culture Mind and Body Wash

Bathing Culture created an organic, biodegradable formula that feels (and smells) more refreshing than it does intense.

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Soothing Shave CreamCourtesy

Best Overall Shaving Cream

Oars+Alps Soothing Shave Cream

This option from Oars + Alps employs aloe, coconut and olive oils to restore the skin’s natural moisture.

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Plastic Free RazorGrove Collaborative

Best Overall Razor

Leaf Shave Plastic Free Razor

The Leaf razor can shave your head and pivot to all of the contours — not to mention a stellar face shave.

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Fitness

BlenderBottle Strada Shaker Cup Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Wire Whisk, 24-Ounce, BlackAmazon

BEST OVERALL SHAKER BOTTLE

BlenderBottle Strada Insulated Stainless Steel

A locking lid and insulated steel body put this bottle a cut above.

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Rollga Standard - The Better Foam Roller for Flexibility, Muscle Recovery, Back & Neck Massage, & Exercise (Silver)Amazon

BEST OVERALL FOAM ROLLER

Rollga “The Everyday” Foam Roller

The contoured design allows you to pinpoint smaller and larger muscles at once.

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RENPHO Active Massage Gun Deep Tissue Muscle, Powerful Percussion Massage Gun, Portable Back Massager Gun for Athletes for Pain Relief, Handheld Back Massagers, Carry Case - FSA and HSA EligibleAmazon

BEST BUDGET MASSAGE GUN

Renpho R3 Active Massage Gun

At just 1.5 pounds, this budget-friendly massage gun is highly maneuverable.

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Kane Revive Active Recovery ShoeCourtesy

BEST SHOES FOR POST-WORKOUT RECOVERY

Kane Revive Active Recovery Shoes

Raised footbed nodes help promote better blood flow to your tired feet post-training.

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7" Mako Tech Short - UnlinedRhone

MOST VERSATILE TRAINING SHORTS

Rhone 7-Inch Mako Tech Unlined Short

These versatile shorts handle everything from yoga to deadlifts.

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a pair of shortsPatagonia

BEST TRAINING SHORTS FOR RUNNING

Patagonia Strider Pro 5-Inch Running Shorts

A Polygiene treatment helps keep these shorts from getting too funky.

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Home

Conical Burr Coffee GrinderOXO

BEST AFFORDABLE COFFEE GRINDER

Oxo Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

38 different settings can grind everything from fine espresso to coarse cold brew.

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