The Amazon Launchpad program, initiated about 4.5 years ago in the US, aims at providing the ideal platform to local startup ventures to reach out to Amazon customers.
Formally, Amazon defines the Launchpad program as a unique program that showcases innovative products from startups like yours to millions of Amazon customers.
The Outdoor recreation is one of the most popular categories in Launchpad program, with more than 100 products being offered by startups. Such has been the support provided by the Amazon customer base that some products have even made it to the mainstream products.
To offer our support, in this article, we share some of the top innovative products for camping and backpacking available through Amazon Launchpad program. Each of these items offers some unique features and hence can be perfect items for your next outdoor trip.
List of best Launchpad products for camping and backpacking
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Price between $1 and $75: $
Price between $76 and $150: $$
Price between $151 and above: $$$
Note: The price indicators listed here are based on the retail price of the product and not the Kickstarter or direct discounted price quoted by the manufacturer.
Our pick of the best Amazon launchpad products out in the market.| Picture | Product | Item type | Price | Features | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | GO Outfitters Go Hammock | Hammock | $ | - With the aim of providing most comfortable experience, this uniquely designed hammock is 11 feet long and 5.8 feet wide. - The hammock body is made with 70D Breathable Nylon and weighs 1.06 pounds only. The Rope Loops and Carabiners are also provided with the hammock. - The hammock claims to feature a new fabric tensioning system that manages loose fabric and keeps it off of the user. | |
  | HackedPack Swift Messenger Bag Hammock | Hammock | $$ | - This ultra-travel friendly hammock-in-a-bag is made from high quality fabric. - The bag can offer multi-purpose advantage as a 20 liter carrying capacity bag. - This unique hammock weighs 3.7 pounds and comes with aluminum carabiners for setting up. | |
  | Go Outfitters Apex Camping Shelter | Tarp | $ | - This second in line product from Go Outfitters is a well-designed tarp made with 70d polyester with waterproof coating. - The tarp can be used as a three season tent, rain fly, additional vestibule or additional weather layer on your regular tent. - The tent comes in 3 colors and has a weight of 1.8 pounds with accessories. - All accessories are included with the tent. | |
  | NOZIPP Ultralight Zipperless Sleeping Bag | Sleeping bag | $$$ | - This high end extreme weather sleeping bag has a weather support for temperatures as low as -150 F. - This unique product replaces the zippers with magnets, making it more breathable and relatively less condensation - The bag weighs around 2 pounds and comes with compression and storage sack. | |
  | Rumpl High Performance Synthetic Puffy Down Blanket | Camping blanket | $$ | -This 3 pound blanket is made with 20D Ripstop Nylon making it soft and lightweight, yet extremely durable. - Because of its fabric material, the blanket is machine washable. - The blanket comes in 4 sizes (throw to king) and two well picked color combinations. | |
  | Laundreez Portable Clothes Washer | Cloth washer /Laundry | $ | - This portable, fabric friendly on-the-go washer bag is a unique item for your camping trips. - This ultralight washing bag with twist cap can server multiple purposes- dry bag, water carrier, washer, dry sack etc. - The bag is designed in a way to use minimum water and detergent, so is extremely economical in long run. | |
  | Quick DUDE Shower Body Wipes | Toiletries | $ | - This unique shower wipe set consists of large and thick (8 ct.) wipes made with unscented and natural solution of Aloe Vera - The wipes are hypoallergenic, so suitable for almost all skin types. - The body wipe pack is suitable for camping, hiking and even your trips to gym. | |
  | Ultra-Fast Dry Travel and Sports Towel | Microfiber Towel | $ | - Probably one of the most popular Launchpad product for camping, this towel is made with high tech fabric, which is better drying and softer than microfiber towel. (We tried it and were pleasantly surprised!!) - The travel towel comes in 3 sizes and 8 different colors. - Each towel weighs less than 0.5 pounds and there is an ultra-light version as well. - The towel makes an excellent gift for outdoor lovers. | |
  | Acteon Compact Antibacterial Microfiber Towel | Microfiber Towel | $ | - This microfiber towel is made with best microfiber yarn and treated with silver antimicrobial ions that prevent the growth of bacteria - Weighing as little as 0.5 pounds, this towel can also be used for beaches and everyday use. - The full size towel comes in 4 technicolor designs. | |
  | Emberlit Fireant Multi-fuel Stove | Camping stove | $ | - The only product in the list that also features in the retail products article, this made in USA stove, is manufactured with ultra-light ultra-tough pure titanium - The stove weighs only 0.2 pounds and is easy to fold to flat shape. - Comes with packing pouch. | |
  | InstaFire Single Use Fire Starter and Charcoal Starter Pouch Combo | Camping fuel | $ | - This unique fuel for multi-fuel stoves is made from recycled wood, volcanic rock, and a new, patented blend of food-grade paraffin wax. - Naturally insulated to heat directly on top of water, sleet, snow, ice or anywhere else. Once lit, will sustain winds up to 30 mph and burns up to 1000 degrees F. - It is an environment friendly product, with the leftover serving as natural fertilizer. | |
  | MiniPresso GR Espresso Maker | Cooking Appliance | $ | - This ultralight product is probably the most compact espresso machine. - It is hand operated and does not require battery or power supply. - About 7 inches tall, the espresso maker weighs only 0.65 pounds making it useful for backpackers. - Can make one shot at one time, but easy to reload for next preparation. | |
  | TripLit Organic LED Light & Solar Charger Package | Flashlight | $$ | - The complete flashlight bundle features a 250 lumen OLED light, a micro-usb charger and a solar charger bundle. - This high end flashlight can last for over 20 hours of operation on a 4 hour recharge. - At 2.1 pounds, the bundle is compact and light enough to carry on camping trip. | |
  | WakaWaka Power+ Solar-Powered Flashlight | Flashlight | $$ | - This ultra-light solar power bundle features a solar charger and a 75 lumens multi-mode flashlight. - Upon a full day of recharge the 2200 mAh battery can run the flashlight for more than 3 days and can also recharge your phones. - This ultralight product is compact at 9 inches by 6 inches and weighs only 0.9 pounds, making it suitable for emergency carry. | |
  | Striker FLEXIT LED Headlamp Flashlight | Headlamp | $ | -This 250 lumens ultralight headlamp (5.8 ounces) is a decent competition to retail models. - The headlamp has 5 operation modes, a back side strobe, and an adjustable nylon strap. - Features full peripheral Halo Illumination with flexible body and positionable spot light. | |
  | Qliplet Carabiner Hanger with Rotating Folding Hook | Carabiner | $ | - This smart carabiner features a unique 360-degree rotating, folding hook with a rubber tip to use with backpacks, handbags, purses etc. - The carabiner is precision-cut from aircraft grade aluminum and can support up to 50 lbs. of weight. - Also useful for everyday use. | |
  | Mission Multi-Cool Performance Fabric | Personal Wear | $ | - This unique, multi-purpose wear is an excellent item to beat the heat. - Uses the evaporating cooling technology to cool 30-degrees below body when wet. - Can be worn in 10 different ways – as a neck wear, hood or facemask and works for up to 2 hours every time. | |
  | Clean Bottle double-sided square water bottle | Water bottle | $ | - This uniquely designed, extremely compact water bottle is made from BPA, BPS, and Phthalate-free Tritan plastic. - Has a capacity of 25 fl.oz. and can be opened from either side. Bottle lids have silicone O-ring gaskets for leak-proof carrying. - Backed by no-questions-asked lifetime guarantee. | |
  | DolfinPack Hydration Pack | Water reservoir | $ | - This award-winning hydration pack has a BPA-free 1.5L reservoir, high flow valve and neoprene hose cover. - The minimalist design with neoprene makes it lightweight to carry around and provides basic insulation. - Suitable for hiking, backpacking, running, biking etc. |
Which are the best Amazon Launchpad products and what our picks are?
Considering most of the products belong to different categories, it would be unfair to pick up a specific product as Editor’s pick. Each of the product was selected after close research, examination of real product and considering factors such as value for money, build quality, service feedback, and innovative approach. You can opt for any of them as per your needs, as almost all of them are reasonably successful products.
If you are planning a family camping trip and looking for love to stay connected with the world through your gadgets, then you can consider getting the TripLit Organic LED Light & Solar Charger Package. It is a great off-the-grid power source, and competitively priced when you consider other retail competitors.
If you are looking for an item for solo-traveling or backpacking, then you can consider something like Mission Multi-Cool Performance Fabric or the popular Aquaovo Alter Ego Frio Personal Water Filter as our preferred choices. Moreover, if you are looking for something that you can use in Every Day Carry along with your outdoor trips, then consider getting the Clean Bottle double-sided square water bottle. This unique bottle is completely leak-proof, cup-holder friendly and a great item to try out.
For a budget product or gift, you can consider Striker FLEXIT LED Headlamp Flashlight and GO Outfitters Go Hammock as our top picks. Both of these products offer a unique value proposition and quality and performance comparable to the top of the line competitors.
Final thoughts on the best Amazon Launchpad products for campers
In this article, we looked at 20 unique items supported by the Amazon Launchpad program. While most of these items are meant for camping, backpacking or hiking enthusiasts, some items can find use in the backyard or other household activities. Each item that we picked offers unique design or an innovative approach towards addressing a key issue associated with outdoor camping, which we listed in the features column of the list above. For the categories which we have already reviewed on the website, we have listed the link to the retail product article on the site.
Do let us know how you found this article and if you would want us to consider anything else. We sincerely hope that you would support these startup products and make them part of the next outdoor trip!!
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