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· Water, power, light and food · prices checked Oct 19, 2026, 6:02 AM ET
Hurricane prep price watch
The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. These are the cheapest in-stock essentials for riding out a storm and the power cuts after it, pulled from our daily brand-store price checks.
Picks today50all in stock
Categories10from live rankings
Brands12brand stores only
Price range$16.95to $2,199.00
Brand-store buttons go straight to the brand's own page, with no affiliate tag. Rankings are pure math.
Store water first 7 in stock · full ranking
Ready.gov says at least one gallon per person per day, for several days.
| Product | $ / gallon stored | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| QuakeTank 250 Gallon Water Tank Legacy Food Storage In stock | $4.60 | $1,150.00 | no change |
| Salt Lake City Pickup Only - 35 Gallon Utility Water Storage Tank Legacy Food Storage In stock | $5.14 | $180.00 | no change |
| 35 Gallon Utility Water Storage Tank Legacy Food Storage In stock | $6.57 | $229.99 | no change |
| Exodus 35 Gallon Water Tank Legacy Food Storage In stock | $7.14 | $250.00 | no change |
| DayTank - 4 Gallon Klymit In stock | $60.00 | $239.99 | no change |
Then a way to make more 20 in stock · full ranking
For when the tap water is under a boil notice.
| Product | $ / rated gallon | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Survivor Filter Straw Ultra Filter Replacement Survivor Filter In stock | $0.0006 | $16.95 | no change |
| SURVIVOR FILTER™ Pure 10K - Replacement Chlorine Filter Survivor Filter In stock | $0.0080 | $80.00 | no change |
| Puribag Micro - Mini membrane water filter Uncharted Supply Co In stock | $0.0174 | $22.99 | no change |
| Puribag Pro - Membrane Filter Kit Uncharted Supply Co In stock | $0.0227 | $29.99 | no change |
| LifeStraw Peak Series Straw Echo-Sigma In stock | $0.0260 | $25.99 | no change |
Backup power 7 in stock · full ranking
Keeps phones, lights, a fridge or a CPAP going.
| Product | $ / Wh | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| PECRON F3000LFP Portable Power Station 3600W 3072Wh Pecron In stock | $0.29 | $899.00 | no change |
| PECRON E2400LFP Portable Power Station 2400W 2048Wh Pecron In stock | $0.32 | $649.00 | no change |
| PECRON E1500LFP Expandable Portable Power Station 2200W 1536Wh V3 Version Pecron In stock | $0.36 | $549.00 | no change |
| PECRON F1000LFP Portable Power Station 1500W 960Wh Pecron In stock | $0.42 | $399.00 | no change |
| PECRON F5000LFP Portable Power Station 7200W 5120Wh 120V/240V PRE-ORDER Pecron In stock | $0.43 | $2,199.00 | no change |
Phone charging 7 in stock · full ranking
The cheapest way to keep a phone alive for days.
| Product | $ / 1,000 mAh | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72000mAh 266Wh Power Bank Renogy In stock | $2.22 | $159.99 | no change |
| Nitecore NB10000 Gen 2 Quick-Charge USB/USB-C Dual Port 10000mAh Power Bank Nitecore Store In stock | $6.00 | $59.95 | no change |
| Nitecore Carbon Battery 6K USB-C 6000mAh Power Bank Nitecore Store In stock | $6.66 | $39.95 | no change |
| NITECORE Summit 20000 Power Bank, 20,000mAh for Low Temperature Nitecore Store In stock | $7.50 | $149.95 | no change |
| Nitecore Carbo 20 20,000mAh 65W Waterproof USB-C Power Bank Nitecore Store In stock | $9.00 | $179.95 | no change |
Recharge without the grid 10 in stock · full ranking
| Product | $ / watt | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| PECRON PV200 200W Portable Solar Panel Waterproof IP67 Pecron In stock | $0.995 | $199.00 | no change |
| PECRON PV300 300W Portable Solar Panel Waterproof IP67 Pecron In stock | $0.997 | $299.00 | no change |
| PECRON PV100 100W Portable Solar Panel Waterproof IP67 Pecron In stock | $1.09 | $109.00 | no change |
| 50W Mono N-Type Rigid Solar Panel Renogy In stock | $1.12 | $55.99 | no change |
| 50W Flexible Solar Panel Renogy In stock | $1.56 | $77.99 | no change |
Room light 13 in stock · full ranking
| Product | $ / 1,000 lumens | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitecore Intelligent 21700 Battery System - MPB21 Kit: Lantern, Dual Function Battery Charger Nitecore Store In stock | not stated | $34.95 | no change |
| Fenix CL20R V2.0 Rechargeable Lantern Fenix Lighting In stock | not stated | $44.95 | no change |
| Fenix CL22R Rechargeable Lantern Fenix Lighting In stock | not stated | $49.95 | no change |
| Fenix CL20R PRO Rechargeable Lantern Fenix Lighting In stock | not stated | $54.95 | no change |
| Fenix CL26R PRO Rechargeable Lantern Fenix Lighting In stock | not stated | $67.95 | no change |
Hands-free light 51 in stock · full ranking
| Product | $ / 1,000 lumens | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitecore HA11 UHE Multipurpose Lightweight AA Headlamp Nitecore Store In stock | not stated | $19.95 | no change |
| Nitecore NU20 Classic 360 Lumen USB-C Lightweight Outdoor Headlamp Nitecore Store In stock | $69.31 | $24.95 | no change |
| Nitecore HA13 350 Lumen RGB Outdoor AAA Headlamp Nitecore Store In stock | $82.71 | $28.95 | no change |
| Fenix HL16 AAA Headlamp Fenix Lighting In stock | not stated | $29.95 | no change |
| Nitecore HA23 UHE 600 Lumen AAA Camping Headlamp with Multiple Color Temperatures Nitecore Store In stock | $49.92 | $29.95 | no change |
Stay in touch 18 in stock · full ranking
Useful when cell networks are overloaded.
| Product | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|
| Cobra HE150 Cobra Electronics In stock | $29.95 | no change |
| Cobra RX180 Cobra Electronics In stock | $39.95 | no change |
| Cobra ACXT145 Cobra Electronics In stock | $39.95 | no change |
| Cobra ACXT1035R FLT Cobra Electronics In stock | $44.95 | no change |
| Cobra RX380 Cobra Electronics In stock | $59.95 | no change |
Food that needs no fridge 32 in stock · full ranking
| Product | $ / 2,000 kcal day | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buy a Wise 4-Week Supply, Get Free Wise Milk & Vegetable Bucket ReadyWise In stock | $6.55 | $239.99 | no change |
| Entrée Bucket + Calorie Booster + 72-Hour Kit Bundle ReadyWise In stock | $9.56 | $199.99 | no change |
| Calorie Booster Bucket ReadyWise In stock | $10.99 | $99.99 | no change |
| 120 Serving Breakfast Bucket - 36 lbs Legacy Food Storage In stock | $12.59 | $330.00 | no change |
| Entree Bucket & Two 72 Hour Food Kits & Seychelle Bottle ReadyWise In stock | $12.69 | $149.99 | -50% from $299.96 |
First aid 13 in stock · full ranking
| Product | Price today | vs. last week |
|---|---|---|
| Prepared Hero Burn Care Kit Prepared Hero In stock | $19.99 | no change |
| Echo-Sigma Compact First Aid Kit Echo-Sigma In stock | $19.99 | no change |
| Prepared Hero Individual First Aid Kit Prepared Hero In stock | $24.99 | no change |
| 175-Piece First Aid Kit Legacy Food Storage In stock | $29.99 | no change |
| Combat Application Tourniquet Uncharted Supply Co In stock | $34.00 | no change |
We have 3 days of price history (since Oct 17, 2026). Prices checked Oct 19, 2026, 6:02 AM ET at each brand's own store. Tax and shipping not included.
Prepared, not scared
Buy for the household you actually have, a little at a time, and check what each product includes on the brand page. The Kit Calculator works out how much food and water that is, and the 72-hour kit checklist covers the rest.
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Questions people ask
When should I buy hurricane supplies?
Before a storm is named. Shelves and delivery slots empty fast once a storm is forecast, and prices are easier to compare when nobody is rushing. This page updates daily, so you can watch prices through the season.
How much water do I need for a hurricane?
Ready.gov recommends at least one gallon of water per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation. Our Kit Calculator works out the total for your household.