BattlBox

BattlBox delivers monthly outdoor, survival, and EDC gear across four subscription tiers (Basic to Pro Plus) featuring themed missions like "Jungle Survival" or "Repair Anything." Each box contains 4-8 full-size products (not samples) from trusted manufacturers, curated to build emergency preparedness and outdoor capabilities. Subscribers access the BattlVault for exclusive discounts on 1,500+ products.

BattlBox has been delivering outdoor and survival gear to adventurers, preppers, and outdoor enthusiasts since 2015. Founded by Daniel Dabbs, Patrick Kelley, and John Roman in Milledgeville, Georgia, the company exceeded $5 million in sales during its first year by filling a gap in the men’s subscription market, focusing on practical outdoor capability rather than lifestyle accessories. The founders starred in Netflix’s “Southern Survival” (launched 2020), showcasing extreme product testing and field validation that builds trust with pragmatic subscribers who distrust marketing hype.

Every month, BattlBox curates themed missions like “Jungle Survival,” “Urban Escape,” or “Repair Anything” featuring full-size outdoor, survival, and EDC gear. Unlike many subscription boxes shipping samples or trial products, BattlBox exclusively delivers usable equipment subscribers can immediately add to emergency preparedness kits or take into the field. All subscribers gain access to the BattlVault, an exclusive members-only online store offering 20-40% discounts on over 1,500 outdoor products, transforming the subscription from monthly surprise into a comprehensive outdoor gear resource.

Pricing Plans

BattlBox offers four subscription tiers designed for different experience levels and budgets:

• Basic: $34.99/month + shipping ($60 retail value) - Perfect for beginners building emergency kits or casual outdoor enthusiasts. Includes 4-5 full-size items.
• Advanced: $64.99/month + shipping ($100 retail value) - For intermediate users seeking more specialized gear. Includes 5-6 full-size items.
• Pro: $119.99/month + shipping ($180 retail value) - Designed for serious outdoorsmen and survivalists. Includes 6-7 full-size items.
• Pro Plus: $169.99/month + shipping ($287 retail value) - Everything in Pro plus an exclusive Knife of the Month. The best value multiplier at 1.69x retail.

Shipping costs $5-15 depending on tier and location. All plans ship around the 15th of each month with 5-7 day delivery. BattlBox offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and flexible month-skipping or cancellation through your account portal. Multi-month prepay discounts may be available - check the website for current promotions.

What’s Included

Every BattlBox contains 4-8 full-size outdoor, survival, and EDC gear items selected to match the monthly themed mission:

Themed Mission Products: Each month centers on a specific survival scenario or outdoor activity. A “Water Purification” mission might include filtration tools, water storage containers, and purification tablets that work together as a system. A “Fire Starting” mission could feature ferro rods, waterproof matches, tinder kits, and fire-starting tutorials. Products align thematically to build cohesive capability sets rather than random gear assortments.

Full-Size Equipment Only: No samples or trial-size products. Every item is field-ready and usable immediately. Past boxes have included tactical flashlights, multi-tools, paracord bracelets, emergency blankets, fire starters, water filters, first aid supplies, knives, camping cookware, and survival reference cards.

BattlVault Access: Exclusive member-only online store offering 20-40% discounts on over 1,500 outdoor products. This allows subscribers to purchase additional gear at wholesale-level pricing. For example, a $200 tactical backpack available at $140 generates $60 in savings that offsets two months of Basic subscriptions.

Pro Plus Knife of the Month: The highest tier includes an exclusive knife each month in addition to the standard box contents. These premium knives from quality manufacturers significantly increase the retail value.

Educational Content: Many boxes include survival tips, gear usage tutorials, and mission briefings that teach outdoor skills and emergency preparedness techniques. The themed approach creates focused learning experiences beyond simply accumulating equipment.

Items are sourced from trusted manufacturers and field-tested by the BattlBox team before curation. The company’s commitment to real-world validation was showcased on Netflix’s “Southern Survival,” where founders subjected gear to extreme conditions to demonstrate reliability.

How It Works

Getting started with BattlBox is straightforward:

1. Select Your Tier: Choose from Basic ($34.99), Advanced ($64.99), Pro ($119.99), or Pro Plus ($169.99) based on your budget and desired gear value. Higher tiers include more items and premium products.

2. Create Your Account: Sign up on the BattlBox website with your shipping information. You can start with a monthly subscription and upgrade or downgrade tiers as needed.

3. Receive Monthly Deliveries: Boxes ship around the 15th of each month and arrive within 5-7 business days. You’ll receive shipping notifications via email with tracking information.

4. Explore the BattlVault: Log into the members-only store to browse discounted outdoor gear. Purchase additional equipment at 20-40% off retail whenever you need to expand your kit beyond the monthly box.

5. Manage Your Subscription: Skip months, pause, or cancel through your account portal. The 30-day satisfaction guarantee ensures you can try the service risk-free.

6. No Spoilers Policy: BattlBox doesn’t provide advance reveals of box contents to maintain the surprise element. Each monthly theme remains confidential until delivery, mimicking traditional subscription box discovery experiences.

Customer service consistently receives praise in 2,652 Trustpilot reviews (4.6/5 stars), with subscribers describing support as “100% on point” and “top notch.” If you’re dissatisfied with any item, contact customer service for resolution. Boxes arrive in durable packaging that many customers repurpose for gear storage or donate to outdoor programs.

Who It’s For

Best For:

• Outdoor Enthusiasts & Campers: Regular hikers, campers, and backpackers who use gear frequently
• Survivalists & Preppers: Those systematically building comprehensive emergency preparedness kits
• Tactical & EDC Fans: Individuals interested in everyday carry gear and tactical equipment
• Gift Recipients: Hard-to-shop-for men interested in survival, outdoor pursuits, or practical tools
• Learners: Those who appreciate curated education about survival skills and outdoor capabilities
• Netflix Fans: Viewers of “Southern Survival” who trust the founders’ field-testing approach
• BattlVault Shoppers: Subscribers who actively purchase additional gear through member discounts

Not Ideal For:

• Urban Dwellers: Those with limited outdoor access or no camping opportunities
• Casual Users: Subscribers who won’t actively use specialized survival equipment
• Spoiler Seekers: Those requiring advance knowledge of box contents for budgeting or preferences
• Budget Shoppers: The $35-170/month premium pricing plus separate shipping costs may be steep
• Research Enthusiasts: Serious gear lovers who prefer selecting their own equipment based on detailed research
• Decorative Collectors: Those seeking display items rather than functional, field-ready tools

The subscription works particularly well for those building emergency preparedness gradually rather than panic-buying all at once. The monthly cadence spreads costs across the year while systematically building diversified capability sets. However, subscribers accumulating equipment without regular outdoor activities may find closets filling with specialized tools collecting dust. Serious survivalists and frequent campers who will field-test gear find excellent value, while casual subscribers may prefer lower-cost alternatives with more flexible product selection.