Crate Club

Crate Club is a veteran-owned tactical subscription offering four military-ranked tiers from Lieutenant ($49.99/mo) to General ($399.99/quarter). Each crate delivers premium EDC gear, survival tools, and outdoor equipment curated by military veterans. The Lieutenant tier averages $89 value, while the premium General tier delivers $561+ in professional-grade tactical gear quarterly.

Crate Club was founded by U.S. military veterans who understand the importance of reliable gear in demanding situations. Their firsthand experience with tactical equipment in military service translates into discerning curation for each monthly crate. Every product is selected based on quality, durability, and practical utility, not just marketing hype.

The subscription serves a growing community of EDC enthusiasts, preppers, outdoor adventurers, and tactical gear collectors who want to discover new products without endless research. The veteran founders personally test and approve items before they’re included, ensuring subscribers receive gear worthy of real-world use.

Pricing Plans

Crate Club offers four military-ranked subscription tiers:

Tier	Price	Frequency	Avg. Value	Best For
Lieutenant	$49.99	Monthly	$89	Casual tacticians, beginners
Captain	$99.99	Monthly	$153	Serious enthusiasts
Major	$199.99	Monthly	$305	Experienced survivalists
General	$399.99 / $1,399.99	Quarterly / Annual	$561 / $2,244	Professionals (save $200 annually)

Lieutenant is perfect for those getting started in the outdoors or who enjoy cool gear. Includes self-defense tools, fire-starters, and EDC basics.

Captain delivers the best mix of survival and tactical gear picked by professionals. Includes survival tools, outdoor essentials, self-defense gear, medical kits, and EDC packs.

Major is for experienced survivalists seeking premium gear each month. Products undergo extensive testing and include flashlights, optics, water purification systems, and med kits.

General delivers professional-grade tactical and survival gear actually used by professionals. This tier includes custom bulletproof bag inserts, tactical self-defense flashlights, binoculars, and premium survival tools.

All plans include shipping within the continental United States.

What’s Included

Every Crate Club delivery contains premium tactical and EDC gear:

Quality Knives: Each crate frequently features folding knives, fixed blades, or specialty cutting tools from reputable manufacturers. These aren’t cheap throwaways, they’re tools you’ll carry and use.

Flashlights & Lighting: Tactical flashlights, headlamps, and emergency lighting products help prepare you for any situation requiring illumination.

Multi-Tools & EDC: From premium multi-tools to everyday carry essentials like carabiners, key organizers, and pocket tools, each crate builds your EDC kit.

Survival Gear: Fire starters, water purification, emergency blankets, first aid supplies, and other survival essentials prepare you for outdoor adventures or emergency situations.

Tactical Accessories: Paracord, tactical pens, MOLLE-compatible pouches, and other accessories round out the crate with practical additions to your gear collection.

How It Works

Getting started with Crate Club is straightforward:

1. Choose Your Tier: Select from Lieutenant ($49.99), Captain ($99.99), Major ($199.99), or General ($399.99) based on your experience level and gear needs.

2. Receive Your Crates: Lieutenant, Captain, and Major tiers ship monthly. General ships quarterly (or annually for $1,399.99 with $200 savings).

3. Discover Quality Gear: Each crate introduces you to new tactical products vetted by veteran founders who understand real-world gear requirements. Higher tiers include more premium, professional-grade equipment.

4. Build Your Kit: Over time, your crates build a comprehensive collection of EDC and survival gear for any situation.

Who It’s For

Best For:

• EDC enthusiasts expanding their carry options
• Preppers and survivalists building emergency kits
• Outdoor adventurers who value quality gear
• Tactical gear collectors seeking new discoveries
• Those who appreciate supporting veteran businesses
• Gift shoppers for hard-to-buy-for tactical enthusiasts

Not Ideal For:

• Those on tight budgets (premium pricing)
• International customers (US shipping only)
• Minimalists with established EDC preferences
• Those who dislike surprise product selections
• People uncomfortable with tactical/knife products

Product Quality and Brand Partnerships

Crate Club has built relationships with respected tactical and outdoor gear manufacturers. Past crates have featured products from brands like Gerber, CRKT, Olight, SOG, and other industry-recognized names. The veteran founders leverage their military backgrounds to evaluate products based on real-world performance rather than marketing claims.

Quality control is paramount to the Crate Club experience. Before any product enters the rotation, it undergoes evaluation by the veteran team. This isn’t about including the cheapest available items, it’s about curating gear that subscribers can depend on in actual use scenarios, whether that’s everyday carry in urban environments or survival situations in the backcountry.

The curation philosophy emphasizes practical utility over novelty. While the tactical and EDC market is flooded with gimmicky products, Crate Club focuses on items with genuine functionality. Knives feature quality steel and ergonomic handles. Flashlights provide reliable lumens with durable construction. Multi-tools include genuinely useful implements rather than unnecessary additions.

Community and Customer Experience

The Crate Club subscriber base has grown into a community of like-minded tactical enthusiasts. Many subscribers share unboxing experiences and gear reviews through social media, creating organic discussions about product performance and applications. This community feedback loop helps inform future crate curation as the team monitors which products resonate with subscribers.

Customer service reflects the veteran values of the founding team, direct communication, problem resolution, and genuine care for subscriber satisfaction. Issues with damaged products or shipping delays receive prompt attention, with the team committed to making things right for subscribers.

The company has earned recognition from publications like TruePrepper and Pew Pew Tactical for quality curation and genuine support for the tactical community. This external validation reinforces Crate Club’s position as a legitimate option for enthusiasts seeking reliable EDC and survival gear delivered monthly.

Value Proposition and Long-Term Savings

For tactical gear enthusiasts who enjoy discovering new products, Crate Club offers genuine value beyond simple retail price comparisons. The subscription eliminates time spent researching products, reading reviews, and comparing options across multiple retailers. Subscribers receive curated selections from knowledgeable veterans who have already done the evaluation work.

Over time, the monthly crates build a comprehensive collection of quality EDC and survival gear. Rather than making occasional large purchases, subscribers gradually accumulate tools for various scenarios, urban carry, outdoor adventures, emergency preparedness, and everyday utility.