About & Editorial Policy

Travel Gear Tested is an independent product review site focused on real-world travel gear performance.

Every product reviewed on this site is analyzed from a product-developer perspective, with attention to design, materials, ergonomics, durability, and actual use conditions. The goal is to explain how a product works, where it succeeds, and where it fails, without marketing language or sponsored influence.

How Products Are Reviewed

Products are evaluated based on:

  • Physical design and structure
  • Materials and build quality
  • Ergonomics and comfort over time
  • Practical performance during real travel scenarios
  • Long-term usability and limitations

Reviews are written to help readers understand whether a product fits their needs, not to promote a purchase.

Independence & Sponsorships

  • Reviews are independent and not sponsored
  • Products are not provided by manufacturers
  • No paid placements or brand partnerships influence content
  • Affiliate relationships do not affect scoring, conclusions, or verdicts

If a product performs well, it’s because the design holds up. If it doesn’t, that is stated clearly.

Editorial Integrity

This site does NOT publish:

  • Marketing copy rewritten as reviews
  • Paid endorsements
  • “Best of” lists without hands-on analysis

Opinions expressed reflect genuine evaluation and are not influenced by compensation.

Affiliate Disclosure (Summary)

Some links on this site may be affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through these links, a small commission may be earned at no additional cost to you. This helps support the site and does not impact how products are reviewed or ranked.

Who This Site Is For

Travel Gear Tested is for travelers who want:

  • Clear explanations instead of hype
  • Honest trade-offs, not perfect scores
  • Design-level insight into why products work or fail

If you value transparency, technical clarity, and practical decision-making, you’re in the right place.