39 Best Camping Gadgets of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

There’s nothing more infuriating than putting up a tarp. Maybe it’s because of my low IQ, but I’ve never had a good time.

Everything changed after I got this Snow Peak tarp. First, it’s huge, big enough to fit the whole family’s dinner table. Second, it was the easiest to set up by far. With only 6 tie-offs and a 2-pole system, it can be operated completely independently. I can complete this on my own in just a few minutes.

An ultra-light camping stove that comes with a pot and a tripod for hanging the pot. Boiling water to make camp stews and pasta has never been easier. plus! No smoke.

My family has an old Coleman packable table that is still functional. This Oniva model will come as close as possible to that in 2024. It should still work in 2054.

The simplest gadget that will change your life. No more carrying around logs like a loser.

Ritz Carlton tent. In fact, all of Snow Peak’s tents are luxury products for backcountry use, but this wall tent is essentially a mini-house with living, dining, and sleeping areas. Bring “Hemingway on Safari” luxury to your next group camping trip.

This is a work for otakus. Geodesic tents are the pinnacle of outdoor design, offering great temperature control and wind resistance. All of the Everest tents are very similar. If you want to splurge, this is the place.

If you’re going out with your family, you don’t need anything high-tech. You need comfort. With an expanded vestibule, the North Face Wawona 6 offers maximum comfort. There’s plenty of space for a family with their gear, and the vestibule serves as a nice front porch or mudroom.

This is our favorite two person tent. The unique shape gives you natural space to store your gear. It’s a little heavier than other tents, but it’s a luxurious tent.

If you want a good tent for around $150, this tent will cost you a little more than that. However, Kelty is known as one of the most valuable on the market. The Late Start is a great little 2-person tent with full ground cover that will handle inclement weather just fine.

Do you miss your comfortable sofa? The Kelty loveseat with cup holders is much better than sitting on a log.

Rumpl’s signature design is this outdoor blanket that greatly improves the quality of your camping life, primarily by keeping you warm without weighing you down. Apart from that, corner loops allow you to secure the blanket to the ground. This is a small feature that solves one of the most annoying problems in camping. A cape clip allows you to wear the blanket hands-free. Rumpl’s ones are made from extremely durable, outdoor-friendly materials.

Sitting on this chair feels like you’re sitting at a campsite. It’s sturdy. It has wooden armrests and a cup holder. That’s all you need.

Looking for a reliable camp stove that will last a lifetime? Camp Chef’s Mountaineer is trusted by guides and casual campers around the world. It’s simple and no-frills, but it’s the best camping stove on the planet.

Packing a grill can be a hassle unless you have a lot of space in your car. Nomad’s suitcase grill is an exception. Easy to pack, easy to use, easy to clean, and surprisingly spacious.

Starting a fire can also be a hassle. You may want to flambé the dough over the Dutch oven cobbler. A portable torch solves both problems.

There’s nothing more appealing than carrying a cooler somewhere. Buying one with large off-road wheels will save you the embarrassment of having to stop and rest every 30 feet.

I’ve always had trouble packing cooking knives. Normally, I would just use a pocket knife and a cutting board. But now you can pack this GSI knife set into a small carrying bag and throw it in with the rest of your kitchen gadgets. Oddly enough, it’s the ultimate backcountry luxury.