My Top 10 Budget EDC Items of the Year 2023 (Everyday Carry)

Here is my Top 10 Budget Gear of the Year for 2023 - the best affordable EDC and Travel Gear out of everything I have reviewed throughout the year. So if you are looking for some great ideas or gifts when it comes to affordable travel and everyday carry gear then you have come to the right place.

This channel is here to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to finding great Everyday Carry, Travel Gear and Gadgets, on the back of solid and detailed reviews alongside years of experience, which I hope will make life and travel just a little bit more frictionless and fun.

Here are links to the products featured. This can consist of Amazon affiliate links (and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases) and supplier affiliate links and direct website links. See below for more on affiliate links.

Please note that any prices referred to in the video whilst accurate at the time of recording are likely to change over time.

Products Featured in the Video:

Hoto precision Screwdriver Set:

Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Earphones:

Victorinox Super Tinker:

Sofirn SC32 Flashlight:

Tomtoc Pouch (used as small Tech Pouch):

Bibury Multitool:

TNTOR Flat Power Bank:

Lumintop EDC01 Keyring Flashlight:

Ant Design Q1 Keyring:

Roxom M3 Mini Tool:

Here are links to the more detailed review videos:

Hoto Precision Screwdriver
Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
Victorinox Super Tinker
Sofirn SC32
TomToc Pouch
Bibury Multitool
TNTOR Flat Power Bank
Lumintop EDC01 Keyring Flashlight
Ant Design Q1 Keyring
Roxon M3

My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things gadget, travel and EDC (Everyday Carry), which has filled both my personal and work life for many years.

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Contents of this video to help you navigate:

00:00 - Intro - Budget Gear of the Year
00:29 - Hoto Screwdriver
01:47 - Soundcore Liberty 4 NC
03:22 - Victorinox Super Tinker
04:47 - Sofirn SC32
07:03 - TomToc Pouch
08:05 - Bibury Multitool
09:20 - TNTOR Flat Power Bank
10:38 - Lumintop EDC01
12:05 - Ant Design Q1 Keyring
12:54 - Roxon M3
14:22 - If you liked this there’s more…

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[inkscratch]

Hey Jon! This is random but your flashlights reminded me. With the Rovyvon UV light, besides looking at bills or for..stains... something I found it really useful for when working on projects is checking for dried glue or epoxy on surfaces. It can help you see through certain types of varnish as well. Just thought you might find it interesting

[thejedijunkie]

I just love the Tinker SAK’s. I personally find that they are especially useful in a kit paired with a Leatherman or just as a stand alone multitool in anyone’s EDC.

[ianrichardsharpe]

Jon, I’ve been watching you videos for a while. And without a doubt I’ve learnt some useful information and some great gadgets to buy. BUT I have a bit of challenge. I travel constantly for work so my UK EDC won’t always pass airport security, So my challenge to you…. Best EDC kit that will pass airport security without my kit getting confiscated…… Thanks again for the great vids. Discovered so much kit I never knew was there….

[Martin-pbts]

I bought the Hoto precision screwdriver about a year ago. Goes with me into the office in my pencil bag. I love it. It is such a great piece of kit. Used it yesterday to change an electrical plug.

[bogdanbagno]

Thank you for the video! A really good budget kit, but for those who ride a bicycle at least once a week, I would advise replacing the Sofirn SC32 with the Sofirn IF23. Although it's £10 more expensive, it has a secondary white + RGB light source that can replace a tail light when attached to a backpack. I have one and it's a lifesaver when it's dark!

[avs]

Mad that after watching your videos for 18 months I actually own a version of everything on this list including the exact Roxon mini multi tool (which is amazing btw) and the soundcore headphones (also brilliant). Thanks Jon, keep up the quality videos!

[mr.crumbles]

If you find the Soundcore 4NC fit too shallow, the Spinfit CPA2 adapter extends the length of the nozzle and makes the buds compatible with most ear tips. Just wanted to leave this here for prospective buyers.

[Spanky]

The Hoto is a awesome driver to carry. I use the Anker Soundcore Life U2. The battery is around your neck, so you can put it under your jacket so the battery doesn't freeze and turn off in the winter, plus it has skip track/volume buttons and play/pause. It doesn't have any other features but it works for me. My number 1 pick up this year is Olight Baton 4. The charging case can charge your phone, holds/charges your Baton 4/3 or Perun 2 mini/Perun mini. The fact it's a battery bank, charges and holds your light, and the light works awesome, it's a win win for me. The Olight IR2 Pro is my most carried light that I keep on a locking carabiner on my belt lupe, with a Victorinox Rambler. Both have been used so much.

[Sandilini]

I’ve got the Hoto screwdriver in my desk drawer, always at hand. I’ve got the Tntor powerbank in my EDC Alpaka hub pouch. It’s way more robust than I expected. It’s not my primary battery bank, but it’s the one that I always have on me just in case. It has made me a hero to my friends and family a few times in the short time I’ve owned it.

[lightinthedark_]

Thanks for including the Q1. I knew I had seen a magnetic locking QR somewhere but couldn't for the life of me remember where or which company made it. It was probably one of your other videos. Ordered now!

[dronsistor]

Thanks for giving me an idea hoe to get rid of my saved money ; )
My Lumintop EDC01 Flashlight came with a diffusor, which is really often used.
The flashy is really great and bargain as well - i bought a few for different purpose.
Walking the dog in the dark / rain - perfect.
Always one in my trousers.
Sad to see the Roxon M3 is sold out, hopefully not discontinued.
Thanks for all the tips!

[KenE]

Jon, is absolutely the best! Aloha from Hawaii

[stevec-b]

i wish i had the victorinox grab tool when I badly cut my finger getting the oil dipstick out of its recess in my car. This is joining my EDC for sure.

[jrr]

Thank you for this great footage! Always enjoy watching your videos! Greetings from Germany

[EricHenning]

Great information for life! Thanks ever so much!

[Wienerblutable]

I have a lot of such stuff, but the only thing I ever needed is a knife and torch, but the torch on the iPhone is enough for me and a cheap opinel 8 is the way to go for me. Of course there is a bigger torch in the car, but till now I never needed it, it is just something to change batteries. What helps and I use often is the air tags. I can’t use noise cancelling because I have dogs so I need to be aware of Bg noises

[SigogglinJack]

The Super Tinker or Climber if you’re into the corkscrew, is such a great value. I just put plus scales on wife’s climber. Great video!!

[CarlConti]

As always great options and review!
Thanks Jonathan
Carl in the US

[FindersKeepersX]

For the Lumintop compact light. It would be interesting to know if it could handle the added voltage of 10440 (size of a AAA) lithium rechargeable that's 3.7v-4.2v. Some lights will handle it just fine, but there's only one way to find out. Would make for quite a little powerhouse as well as rechargeable.

[Miamisme]

Watching this while listening on my Soundcore Liberty 4. Bought as a replacement for AirPods Pro 2 first edition which broke. Thinking I would replace when Apple dropped new ones. Well, didn’t because this Soundcore is fantastic. So underrated.