Winter survival gear you’ll be glad you have

December 5, 2025

By Komando Deals

We’re all focused on buying gifts for everyone else, but I want you to take a second to look out for yourself. When the next big winter storm hits, you don’t want to be the one freezing in the dark. 

I rounded up the must-haves you need to stay warm, powered and in control. Grab these now and stress less later. These all make great gifts.

🔋 Blackout backup: When (not if) the power goes out, crank an emergency radio (39% off, $33). There’s a built-in flashlight, SOS alarm and even solar panels to charge your phone. Such a smart lifesaver.

Ice, ice (gone) baby: Snag a cordless snow shovel (30% off, $104) with an adjustable handle. Throws flakes up to 17 feet away and only weighs 10 pounds. Finally, clearing the driveway feels less like leg day at the gym.

🔥 Chilly room? Get an oscillating space heater ($50) that blasts warm air in just two seconds. It’s quiet, has a safety plug and multiple modes. Put it on your desk, nightstand or wherever you need to heat up.

Scrape, don’t scratch: This snow brush/ice scraper combo (8% off, $23) rotates 360 degrees and locks from any direction. Extend it up to 44 inches to reach every nook and cranny of your car.

🚰 Protect your pipes: These outdoor faucet covers (30% off, $7, two-pack) help stop your spigots from freezing and bursting. Think of them as cheap insurance against pricey plumber bills.

Warmth you can wear: Curl up in an electric heated blanket (33% off, $40) made of ultrasoft flannel and sherpa. Choose your temp and relax. Don’t worry, it’ll shut off automatically if you doze off.

✨ Clear winner: A little antifog spray (33% off, $10) stops your glasses from steaming up the second you step outside. Simply spritz, wait 90 seconds and wipe with the included microfiber cloth. Lasts for up to three days.

Cold-season relief: Soothe your scratchy throat with some cough drops (33% off, $6) loaded with vitamin D, zinc and propolis for boosting your immune system. Pick from three flavors: honey, ginger lemon or elderberry.

🥑 Pocket-size heaters: Snap these magnetic hand warmers (25% off, $15) apart and keep your fingers alive. Perfect for outdoor sports, running errands or surviving your trek to your car. Bonus: They look like cute avocados.

Crunch-time survival fuel: You’ll be glad you have a bucket of emergency food supply (38% off, $96) if a blizzard traps you inside. Just add water, and boom, 120 servings. Shelf life lasts 25 years in your pantry.

✅ Save now, thank yourself later:

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