I'm breaking down my top EDC picks for 2025 across 10 categories, from folders and fixed blades to multitools, watches, and everything in between. I'm also sharing what you voted as your community favorites and revealing which piece of gear I actually carried the most this year.

Whether you're looking to upgrade your EDC or just curious what made the cut, this is my definitive gear roundup for 2025.

EDC Folding Knife
Work Sharp RMX

EDC Fixed Blade
Jack Wolf Knives Vampire Hunter

EDC Watch
RZE UTD-8000

EDC Flashlight
Olight ArkPro Ultra

EDC Multitool
Leatherman Wave Alpha

Best EDC Pen
Big Idea Design Pocket Pro USA Bronze

Best Truck Tools
ICON 1/4 in Drive Compact Socket and Bit Set

Best EDC Gadget
Garmin Fenix Pro 8

Sleeper Hit
CRKT Provoke X

Best EDC Value
Knafs Lander 5

Most Carried
Leatherman Arc Talos

Gear of the Year According to You

1. Leatherman Wave Alpha
2. Work Sharp RMX
3. Nextool Mini Flagship F12
4. Olight ArkPro Ultra
5. Exceed Designs TiRant Ultra