News, reviews and articles about wallets.
REVIEW – I’m sorry if you’re a Vegan, but in my opinion, one of the best smells in the universe is a brand new leather wallet. My nose is doubly happy because I have two new wallets to show you today. The Haptic Dash Wallet, and the Cash Wrap. One is for a minimalist, and […]
Haptic Dash and Cash Wrap wallets review Read More
NEWS – The Ridge Biflex wallet is a big shift from Ridge’s classic all-metal wallets, bringing a softer, more flexible feel to your EDC. Instead of aluminum or titanium, the Biflex uses premium full-grain, oil-waxed leather sourced from a Gold-certified tannery. This gives the wallet a traditional look that gets better with age, developing a
The OG of minimalist wallets has gone from metal to leather Read More
REVIEW – I’m desperately trying to minimize my wallet, and the Troubadour Flip Wallet is here to help! This little piece of lovely leather is designed to hold some cards and a few bills while eliminating the extra bulk in your pockets. How does it work in practice? To the review! ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price:
Troubadour Flip Wallet review – Small, sleek and superbly functional! Read More
REVIEW – One of my favorite EDC categories to review is wallets. I tend to go for the minimalist type as I don’t like to go all George Castanza on what I carry in it. Over the past 3 years, I’ve reviewed two Groove Life wallets. Their original wallet back in 2022 and their newer
Groove Life Groove wallet review – a great update for a great wallet! Read More
NEWS – Our 2015 review of the original Ridge wallet showed up on our end of the year most read reviews list for quite a few years. It’s no surprise given that it was one of the first minimal wallets to hit the EDC gear scene back then. Since then, many companies have copied the
The hugely popular Ridge EDC wallet went on a diet! Read More
NEWS – The Lemur wallet is a unique take on an EDC wallet that combines style with a DIY twist. Made from premium veg-tanned leather, the Lemur wallet arrives as a flat piece, inviting you to fold and assemble it yourself. So, it’s not just a wallet; it’s also a fun project that lets you
Fold, assemble, and enjoy – The DIY Lemur leather wallet experience Read More
REVIEW – I have tended to keep wallets for a very long time in fact, in the slightly over half a century that I’ve been on this planet, I have only had 3. I’ve worn them all out, and they’ve all been the same – a nylon billfold with a velcro closure. But what I
Ekster Cardholder Pro wallet review – a new style wallet for all you really need to carry Read More
ARTICLE – A few weeks ago, I asked my awesome Gadgeteer team of writers to tell me about their favorite EDC wallets of 2024. I got a ton of great responses from them, sharing their top pick along with a little story about why they love it. In this article, we’re going to share our
The Gadgeteer team’s favorite EDC wallets (2024) Read More
NEWS – If you’re a big fan of minimalist wallets, I don’t think you can go much more minimalist than the FattyPack. What is it? It’s a small storage pouch that is designed to wrap around the strap of open-backed caps. This weather-resistant nylon and polyester pouch isn’t going to hold your credit cards, but
Wear your wallet on your head with the FattyPack Read More
REVIEW – I am always on the lookout for my new favorite minimalist wallet. Unlike many women, I don’t carry a purse or large bag when I’m out running errands. Many times, I like to carry my wallet in my jeans or jacket pocket, and for that reason, I don’t want a huge George Costanza-sized
Puncube Mech Wallet review – Your new favorite minimalist EDC wallet? Read More
NEWS – ESR, a company known for its innovative tech accessories, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the ESR Geo Wallet. Let’s take a look at the features. Built-in Apple Find My Technology The standout feature of the ESR Geo Wallet is its seamless integration with Apple’s Find My network. This means you can locate
ESR’s new Geo smart wallet has built-in Find My integration Read More
REVIEW – Two years ago, I reviewed the original Groove Life wallet, and now I’m back with a brand new review of their latest Groove Smart Wallet Trace. What’s new with this EDC wallet, what’s different? It’s time to find out! What is it? The Groove Smart Wallet Trace is Tennessee-based Groove Life’s latest minimalist
Groove Smart Wallet Trace review – A minimalist wallet with built-in tracking Read More
REVIEW – If you have an iPhone with MagSafe, the VEGER X5 WalletTrack power bank, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, should be on your radar. Let’s take a look. What is it? The VEGER X5 WalletTrack power bank is a MagSafe-compatible wallet with a 5000mAh backup battery, a stand, and an Apple-certified Find
REVIEW – Let me state up front that I own 4 Apple AirTags and find them incredibly useful. However, they are a bit bulky which limits their usefulness. I always wanted to hide one in my wallet “just in case”. Well, now I can—but it ain’t from Apple. Wallet maker Ekster has come out with
Ekster Finder Card review – Like an Apple AirTag, but in a credit card size Read More
REVIEW – PopSockets™ phone holders have been around long enough to almost define the category, like ChapStik™ or Kleenex™. There are other methods for gaining a more secure grip on your phone, but having a stick-on knob that can be compacted when not needed is their claim to fame. Today, I’m looking at a new
PopSockets PopWallet+ for MagSafe review – turns out, you CAN take it with you! Read More
REVIEW – Phones cost enough that a case is all but required to protect your investment. That doesn’t mean you can’t still show off your phone or your personal style. ESR’s Classic Hybrid MagSafe Case offers lots of protection in a clear package and for my review they also sent along their Power Bank Wallet
ESR Classic Hybrid MagSafe Case for iPhone 15 Pro and Power Bank Wallet review Read More
REVIEW – Minimalist wallets have been a thing for a while now, but the thing is many of us need more than 2 to 3 cards on us. ID, main credit card and… how do you down-select? Medical, EV Valet, corporate cc? Okay, need a bigger wallet. So here’s an interesting option from Mbacco. Compact
Mbacco Wallet review – Not too big or too small, exactly right Read More
REVIEW – I prefer thin low profile wallets since I carry mine in my right front pocket with my car key. I only carry a few bills and about eight cards normally. The Distil Union Wally Bifold 5.0 is a sleek modern bifold that may convince me to switch to a new wallet. Let’s take
Distil Union Wally Bifold 5.0 slim wallet review Read More
NEWS – For several years, our original Ridge wallet review was the number one most read review on the site. That wallet inspired dozens of other variations of the same minimalist metal wallet style. Metal wallets are cool, but for me, you can’t beat a good leather wallet. I guess the folks at Ridge thought
The Ridge wallet now has a leather version! Read More
REVIEW – Everything you see here is a wallet! That’s Dynomighty’s whole thing: they make tough wallets out of Tyvek that feature unique functional designs and a whole range of rad graphic styles. But do they do the job as a part of your EDC? Come hither, friend, and let’s find out! What is it?
Dynomighty Wallets review – unique designs that are tough as nails Read More