Gear Reviews

Gear that earns its place in your pack – no fluff, just the stuff that works.

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Unbiased Camping Gear Reviews for Australian Conditions

Building the perfect campsite setup shouldn’t require a second mortgage, or a degree in engineering. But with thousands of options flooding the market, separating the quality kit from the cheap plastic junk is harder than ever.

At Pack and Pitch, we believe gear should do two things: solve a problem and last more than one trip.

Whether you are looking for the best family tent to survive an Aussie storm, a camp kitchen setup that makes cooking a joy, or just smart accessories under $50, our reviews are grounded in reality. We don’t care about brand hype; we care about utility, durability, and genuine value for money.

Explore our latest field tests and recommendations below to find the gear that earns its place in your pack.

Once you’ve got your gear sorted, check out our Directory of Australian and New Zealand Campsites to find the perfect spot to test it out.

Best Camp Chairs Australia (2026) The “No-Slouch” Gear Review

A bad camp chair is a slow-motion disaster for your back. We’ve all been there. You spend $20 on a generic…
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Can’t Get a Durston X-Mid? The 3 Amazon Alternatives You Can Buy Today

We all know the Durston X-Mid 2 is the unicorn of the hiking world. It’s light, it pitches with your trekking…
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Why I Finally Ditched the Supermarket First Aid Kit (And What I Bought Instead)

Don’t be a statistic. That sounds dramatic, I know. But if you’ve ever tried to find a pair of tweezers in…
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5 Best Camping Stoves for Families (That Actually Simmer)

Sick of burnt sausages and wind-blown flames? We test 5 camping stoves that actually simmer — from the instant Jetboil Flash to the mighty Weber Baby…
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5 Best Camping Coffee Makers in Australia (No Instant Required)

There is a special place in hell reserved for “camping instant coffee.” You know the type—it tastes like hot dirt and…
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7 Genius Camping “Hacks” Under $50 That Actually Work

Camping Hacks for a Better Experience We’ve all been there. You buy the cheap camping gadget from the department store, use…
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