There’s also theGarmin Venu 2andFitbit Versa 3for those who want more fitness-oriented features.

Fitness trackers are a good alternative to a smartwatch, and they’re cheaper to boot.

While fitness trackers have improved across the board over the years, Fitbit is still king.

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The Fitbit Charge 5 is an extremely feature-packed activity tracker.

It has everything most people want, from a bright AMOLED screen to a wide array of sensors.

TheFitbit Charge 5takes the crown asour top-recommended fitness tracker, and even manages to incorporate GPS tracking.

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Protect your iPhone (or Samsung smartphone with a compatible model) from knocks, water, and dust using the Lifeproof FRE rugged case.

TheGarmin Vivosmart 4is another solid choice with great battery life, though it lacks GPS tracking.

you’ve got the option to also transform WaterLily intoWindLily, a portable wind-powered turbine.

You’ll need to spend more money on a bigger and heavier charger to avoid disappointment.

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A full-body waterproof and shock-proof case with an IP68 waterproof rating that can survive a depth of 20 ft (6 meters) for an hour.

A heavyweight hand-crank charger for charging all of your devices, and getting a good arm workout in.

Look at something like thePowerhouse 60w Fast Charger.

Check out someother ways to keep your gadgets charged while camping.

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Tent lights are useful, but they aren’t the only light source you should invest in.

A good head torch provides a much brighter beam of light while freeing up both of your hands.

PETZL makes some of the best head torches for any budget.

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The only smartwatch for iPhone users, the Apple Watch fits seamlessly into the Apple ecosystem and includes excellent workout tracking, heart rate and blood oxygen monitors, beautiful watch faces, and safety features in case of falls and emergencies.

A Satellite Communicator

If you’re going way off-grid, a smartphone might not be enough.

If you’re concerned about cellular reception, something like theZOLEO Satellite Communicatormight be worth investing in.

Simply connect to your smartphone to get access to SMS, email, GPS, and more.

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The Fitbit Charge 5 is an extremely feature-packed activity tracker. It has everything most people want, from a bright AMOLED screen to a wide array of sensors.

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Let the sun charge your smartphone, power bank, and most other 5V USB-powered devices with this foldable and efficient portable solar charger.

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A heavyweight hand-crank charger for charging all of your devices, and getting a good arm workout in. Just make sure you’ve accounted for 9 lb (4KG) of additional weight that this thing will add to your pack.

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If you need a portable charger that can handle every adventure, Techsmarter has the power bank you’re looking for.

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An excellent no-nonsense head torch with simple controls, red light mode, and great battery life that’s perfect for reading a map, pitching a tent, or looking for your bottle opener in the dead of night.

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Probably the world’s best action camera, perfect for everything from wild weekend trips in your wingsuit to quiet strolls on the beach with your dog.

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Stay in touch with authorities and loved ones wherever you are using the satellite network and a ZOLEO Satellite Communicator. Simply connect to your smartphone to get access to SMS, email, GPS, and more.