Good everyday carry gear isn’t known for being budget-friendly, but if you know where to look, you can find some excellent, useful products that won’t break the bank. For this gift guide, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite EDC items to buy this holiday season.
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- The James Brand Redstone
- Nomad Goods Tracking Card Pro
- Bellroy Mag Wallet Innovera Edition
- Camp Snap Screen-Free Digital Camera
- Tom Bihn Side Effect Sling
- The James Brand Kent Pen
- Anker MagGo 10K Power Bank Slim
- Nothing Ear (a) Wireless Earbuds
- Leatherman Rebar
- Twelve South ButterFly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger
- OLIGHT Arkfeld Pro
- G-SHOCK DW5600E-1V
The James Brand Redstone

The James Brand’s EDC range is pretty extraordinary, and several of its knives fall into the sub-$100 category, including the incredibly popular Redstone. Featuring polypropylene scales with an ergonomic split design, this is one of the most unique-looking handles around and comes in an array of attractive variants. It houses a corrosion-resistant Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel drop point blade that’s versatile for any daily tasks.
Nomad Goods Tracking Card Pro

Apple’s AirTags are great but can be quite bulky. Nomad Goods came up with a solution with their Tracking Card Pro, a 2.5mm device that’s around the size of 3 credit cards and taps into your Find My tracking app in case your wallet gets lost.
Bellroy Mag Wallet Innovera Edition

Bellroy recently came out with this new take on its Mag Wallet, featuring Innovera leather alternative, and in this rad beige colorway. The minimalist card holder can fit up to 3 cards on the back of your phone and doubles as a phone stand.
Camp Snap Screen-Free Digital Camera

It doesn’t have to break the bank to experience the joys of photography. Giving you a pocket-sized camera with a vintage-style film quality, Camp Snap has removed the display screen for more of a spontaneous, old-school way of taking pictures.
Tom Bihn Side Effect Sling

This super versatile sling bag from Tom Bihn has a modular design that lets you tailor it to your needs. This crossbody pack punches way above its price point, especially when you consider it’s made in the USA and features 630D High-Tenacity 2×2 Ballistic nylon construction.
The James Brand Kent Pen

Earlier this year, The James Brand came out with the Kent, their first bolt-action pen, an incredibly sleek writing utensil that combines a 303 stainless steel body with a refined side-mounted bolt mechanism for secure, one-handed operation.
Anker MagGo 10K Power Bank Slim

Anker dominates the portable charger category for a reason. They finally made a slim version of its 10K MagGo Power Bank, which can charge your iPhone 17 nearly twice before tapping out.
Nothing Ear (a) Wireless Earbuds

In just 3 short years, Nothing’s range has proven to be quite impressive. Shaking up the industry with its approach to tech, the company already has a tiered lineup of earbuds, including this stylish Ear (a) model with hybrid noise cancellation.
Leatherman Rebar

Simply put, Leatherman is the de facto king of multi-tools. Boasting 17 functions in a 6.7-ounce frame, the Rebar is inspired by the original PST and includes two 420HC steel blades, among others tools, and is still well under $100.
Twelve South ButterFly 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger

Twelve South certainly knows how to find ways to innovate diminutive pocket tech. Sporting a sleek design, their ButterFly is a 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger that can simultaneously charge your Apple Watch and iPhone on the go.
OLIGHT Arkfeld Pro

Proving yet again that it’s one of the most innovative pocket torch brands in the game, Olight made a 3-in-1 lighting solution with the 1,300-lumen Arkfeld Pro, featuring a white LED, UV light, and green laser.
G-SHOCK DW5600E-1V

It seems preposterous that one of the most iconic timepieces of all time can be had for just a C-note. Nevertheless, G-SHOCK’s 5600, seen here dressed in classic black, will give you ample wrist presence and amazing durability without breaking the bank.