10 Amazon Prepping Items 2019 vs 2022 Prices

Published on May 28, 2022
Duration: 10:05

This video compares the prices of 10 Amazon prepping items from 2019 to 2022, highlighting significant inflation. The presenter, Magic Prepper, details price increases for items like hydration packs, medical pouches, oxygen absorbers, and survival guides, noting that while some items saw price drops, the overall trend is upward, impacting preparedness affordability. The analysis suggests real inflation is higher than mainstream reporting.

Quick Summary

Preparedness is becoming increasingly expensive due to inflation, with a sample cart of 10 Amazon prepping items showing a 23% price increase from 2019 to 2022. Key items like oxygen absorbers and hydration packs saw significant hikes, impacting the affordability of self-reliance goals.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Inflation Overview
  2. 00:56Camelbak Armor Back Price Comparison
  3. 01:20Tourniquet Pouch Price Comparison
  4. 01:36Radio Pouch Price Comparison
  5. 01:58Oxygen Absorbers Price Comparison
  6. 02:26K-Bar Sheath Price Comparison
  7. 02:55First Aid Shears Price Comparison
  8. 03:08USB Battery Charger Price Comparison
  9. 03:32Israeli Bandage Price Comparison
  10. 03:52Prepper's Survival Guide Price Comparison
  11. 03:55Toilet Paper Tablets Price Comparison
  12. 04:37Overall Price Increase & Analysis
  13. 05:22Financial Preparedness Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

How has the price of essential prepping gear changed between 2019 and 2022?

Prices for many prepping items have significantly increased. For example, a Camelbak hydration pack rose 33%, oxygen absorbers saw a 41% jump, and an Israeli bandage became 22% more expensive, indicating substantial inflation impacting preparedness budgets.

What was the overall price increase for a cart of 10 prepping items from 2019 to 2022?

A cart containing 10 specific prepping items cost $148.84 in 2019 and $192.67 in 2022. This represents an overall price increase of 23%, suggesting real inflation is higher than commonly reported figures.

Which prepping item saw the largest price increase according to the 2019 vs. 2022 comparison?

Oxygen absorbers experienced the most significant price hike, with a 100-pack of 200cc units increasing by 41%. This item is crucial for long-term food storage, making its price surge particularly impactful for preppers.

Are there any prepping items that decreased in price between 2019 and 2022?

Yes, two items showed price decreases: a USB battery charger saw a 2% drop, and 'The Prepper's Long-Term Survival Guide' paperback decreased by 4%. However, these minor reductions are overshadowed by the substantial increases in most other items.

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