So you’ve found yourself in a tropical zone during hurricane season, have you? Or are you stuck in a blizzard or the basement during a tornado? Well, you can ride it out without the appropriate Survival gear or be prepared.

Many of us have lived through a natural disaster and can testify that the cost of being prepared is worth never having to use any survival tech.

So, you’ve got your home comfortable with a great smart thermostat and covered all the entry points with security cameras. But what happens when nature decides that it wants to upend your cozy existence?

The best survival tech all have something in common. None of it is erroneous and serves a very valuable purpose. From providing clean water to being able to tune in to emergency broadcasts to chopping your way out of a dicey situation.

Outside of stocking up on cans of beans, bottled water, and Spaghetti-O’s, this list of survival tech should occupy a small space in your go-bag if you want to become the ultimate survival companion.