Top 6 Best-Selling Emergency Kits and How to Use Them Effectively

Top 6 Best-Selling Emergency Kits and How to Use Them Effectively. Refuge Medical

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Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere, whether you’re driving to work, out with your family, or just going about your day. Kits designed for real-life emergencies—not just minor cuts and scrapes—can make all the difference in a crisis.

Here’s a look at our top 6 best-selling emergency kits to prepare yourself for serious situations where the right tools can save a life.

Red BearFAK 3.0.  Refuge Medical

The BearFAK 3.0 is a full-sized trauma kit designed to handle severe, life-threatening injuries. Unlike a standard first aid kit with band-aids and antiseptic wipes, this kit contains professional-grade medical supplies used by military personnel, first responders, and law enforcement. It’s specifically built to stop life-threatening bleeding, treat serious wounds, and manage airway emergencies until paramedics arrive.

Inside, you'll find a tourniquet, which can stop severe bleeding from an arm or leg injury in seconds. A pressure bandage and wound packing gauze to help control bleeding from deep wounds, while chest seals prevent air from entering the body through puncture wounds to the chest, such as those from gunshots or stabbings.

Additionally, the kit includes a nasopharyngeal airway—a flexible tube that can help someone breathe if they are unconscious or struggling to get air.

This kit is ideal for those who take emergency preparedness seriously, whether you’re a first responder, law enforcement officer, outdoor adventurer, or a responsible citizen who wants to be ready for the worst. It’s best stored in your vehicle, home, or workplace, where it’s easy to grab in an emergency.

Red BearMin 2.0. Refuge Medical

The BearMIN 2.0 is a compact, trauma-capable kit that sets itself apart from the BearFAK 3.0 by including essential first aid supplies for minor injuries—without compromising on life-saving gear, making it an excellent choice for parents, travelers, and everyday preparedness.

Included in the BearMin 2.0, you’ll find a tourniquet for stopping massive bleeding, a trauma dressing, and chest seals to treat penetrating injuries like gunshot wounds or stabbings. For minor injuries, it also includes bandages, antiseptic wipes, burn gel, and Steri-Strips for small cuts, scrapes, and burns. It’s best stored in or attached to a backpack, in your vehicle, or in a designated location in the home.

Red TravelFAK Mounted on Headrest. Refuge Medical

The TravelFAK, our #1 vehicle kit, is designed for on-the-go first aid, ensuring you’re prepared for both everyday medical needs and unexpected emergencies. The TravelFAK is tailored to address the most common injuries and ailments encountered while traveling, such as cuts, burns, headaches, allergic reactions, and more, while still covering more traumatic injuries, such as massive bleeding.

In 2023, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported over 42,000 traffic fatalities, making driving one of the most dangerous activities that people do on a daily basis. Having a dedicated vehicle kit, like the TravelFAK, is an essential addition to any car, truck, or RV—helping you handle minor to major injuries on the road and ensuring you’re not left unprepared when medical care isn’t immediately available. Whether you’re on a road trip, commuting to work, or heading out on an adventure, this kit provides dependable first aid solutions for individuals and families alike.

SOB Attached to Duty Belt. Ford Holsters

The SOB Kit (Small of Back) is a discreet, low-profile trauma kit designed for quick access in high-stress situations. Built for concealed carry holders, security professionals, and first responders, it provides the critical medical tools needed to treat life-threatening injuries such as gunshot wounds, severe bleeding, and penetrating trauma. With a tourniquet, trauma dressing, and chest seals, this kit ensures that life-saving intervention is always within reach. Whether carried on a belt, plate carrier, or inside a vehicle, its compact design makes it ideal for everyday carry, tactical applications, and emergency response teams.

Red Adventure Kit. Refuge Medical

The Adventure Kit 3.0 is the ultimate first aid solution for wilderness emergencies, built to support families and groups exploring off the beaten path. Whether you’re hiking, camping, off-roading, or on an extended expedition, this American-made kit ensures you’re prepared for everything from boo-boos to broken bones, burns, and even bullet wounds. It combines the proven life-saving components of the BearFAK 3.0 with additional provisions for fractures, wound closure, exposure management, and more, making it a must-have for adventurers who venture far from immediate medical care.

Designed for maximum durability and ease of access, the Adventure Kit 3.0 features a carry handle and padded shoulder strap for easy transport in any environment. Inside, all medical components are organized in clear, weather-resistant zip-top bags, ensuring you can quickly locate the supplies you need—even in harsh conditions. Whether stored in a backpack, camper, canoe, or off-road vehicle, this kit is built to withstand rugged terrain and unpredictable situations.

Bleeding Prevention Kit - Intermediate. Refuge Medical

Rounding out our top six best-selling kits is the Bleeding Prevention Kit (BPK)—a compact yet powerful solution designed specifically for traumatic injuries. Whether it’s a car accident, farm injury, workplace incident, or even a natural disaster, the BPK is built to stop life-threatening bleeding fast.

Available in Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced versions, these kits contain the gear you need in an emergency to control massive bleeding until professional help arrives. Designed with the user in mind, the BPK provides step-by-step instructions, making it possible for anyone—trained or untrained—to become an immediate responder in a crisis.

Its compact size makes it easy to store in a glove box, backpack, toolbox, office drawer, or even a kitchen cabinet, ensuring it’s always within reach when seconds matter.

When emergencies strike, having reliable, life-saving gear within reach can mean the difference between life and death. The best kit is the one you have when you need it most—stored in your vehicle, backpack, workplace, or anywhere it can be easily grabbed in a crisis. Don’t wait until it’s too late—equip yourself today and be ready to save a life.

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The kits mentioned in this article contain more items than those listed. For a complete list of contents, please visit our website.