25 Great Camping and RV Gadgets

One of the most exciting parts of owning an RV is giving it a personalized makeover with the accessories and RV gadgets that matter to you.

Sure, traveling the country is pretty cool, too, but to make yourself the envy of the RV park, you’re going to need a gadget or two.

In this article, we will showcase a series of products that make life more enjoyable on the great open road. From the uber practical to the flashy and fun, once you’re done with this list, your RV will be itching to hit the road.

1. Get Out Gear Camping Blanket

A specialized camping blanket is a must-have for your RV. Of course, you could get inside the RV and tuck up under your bed covers when it’s cold out, but where would the fun be in that?

Get Out Gear’s lightweight, warm, and waterproof blanket allows you to stay outside and soak up the starry night sky while remaining cozy and content.

2. Blackstone Tabletop Grill

Cooking in the RV is nice and all, but when you’re frying up a towering pile of bacon to feed the family breakfast, it can get a little messy. This Blackstone tabletop grill features a large 17” griddle to comfortably fry the bacon, eggs, and pancakes all at the same time. I’ve owned and used this for years and absolutely love it!

When the weather’s warm and you’d rather be outside while you cook, this powerful and easy-to-transport gas grill is perfect.

3. Camco 30-Amp Voltage Protector

The Camco 30-amp voltage protector may be an expensive investment, but can you really put a price on your RV’s electric system?

This nifty little gadget is designed to put up a barrier of defense between suspect electrical boxes, power surges, and your RV. Don’t leave your RV’s power supply to chance.

4. Gazelle Pop-Up Screen Tent

This pop-up screen tent in alpine green is great at giving campers protection from the elements. It erects in 45 seconds flat and can fit a family-sized table and four people comfortably.

Not only will it keep out the pesky insects, but it will also offer respite from the harsh summer sun and the odd downpour. If you’ve got young children, these are especially handy to shelter them from sun exposure.

5. Reenuo Battery-Powered Fan

Spending hundreds of dollars on fitting a ceiling fan in your RV is silly when you can sleep cool and pretty with this rechargeable battery-powered fan instead.

We know how prone RVs are to overheating in the summer months, so we are super excited about this one. On a full charge, it can last up to 40 hours at a time and can be recharged while you’re cruising to your next camp spot.

There’s also an LED light built into the head of the fan to offer a cheeky night light when required.

6. Custom RV Mattress

No matter what the RV manufacturers tell you, in general, stock RV mattresses leave a lot to be desired where a good night’s kip is concerned. They are often either too thin, too hard, too small, or all of the above.

We’ve tested a few different RV mattresses and love RVmattress.com the best for finding a comfortable mattress that will actually fit your RV.

If you have a corner bed or an odd-shaped RV bed and are struggling to find the right fit, Tochta is the best place for a custom-cut mattress.

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7. Yeti Tundra Cooler

A premium cooler is one of the best investments you’ll ever make on the road. RV fridges are inherently small, just fitting food staples at the best of times, and if you also have drinks that need chilling, forget about it.

Forget about it that is until you make the clever decision to pick up the Yeti Tundra 35 and designate it as the drink-chilling station.

The Yeti Tundra’s high-grade insulation is known to keep ice frozen for days at a time, giving you plenty of time to polish off that case of beer. Even as a spill-over for food and supplies, this is a sophisticated cooler that looks good and cools better. Perfect for carrying down to the lake or to the beach as you travel!

8. Outland Living Portable Fire Pit

Nothing can match the magic of a real-deal campfire, but this portable fire pit comes pretty close. Not only does it eliminate dirty ash, excessive smoke, and the expense of firewood, but it is also CSA-approved for use in most fire bans.

There’s also a natural rock lava set included in the one-time price of this fire pit to make it look and feel like the real thing. The only thing you’ll need to pick up is a 20-lb propane gas bottle to complete your safe and practical fire pit of dreams.

9. Tri-Lynx RV Levelers

Although these levelers may not be the most fun RV accessory on this list, they are definitely one of the most practical! If you’re an experienced RVer, you know these are a non-negotiable!

This well-priced 10-pack of interlocking levelers is designed to withstand tremendous amounts of weight and can level off even the big boy RVs of America.

10. Best Choice Zero Gravity Chairs

Do you know what’s better than one zero-gravity reclining chair? Well, that could only be two zero-gravity chairs of course.

Be the envy of the campground, as you and your partner kick back in this super comfortable reclining duo that will have you relaxing as you’ve never relaxed before.

Lightweight, foldable, and coming with a detachable tray that features two cup holders to secure your afternoon tipple, this is the ultimate camping chair to bring along for the ride.

11. Black+Decker Cordless Drill

The saying that a man is only as good as his tools rings true where RVs are concerned, and this cordless drill is a must-have.

Not only does it make lowering and stabilizing your trailer jack so much easier than cranking it by hand, but it will also come in handy when there’s a creaky cupboard that needs fixing.

The drill features a compact 20V Max rechargeable lithium battery that is both light and effective. The 11 position clutch provides precise drilling and is suitable for everyday materials like wood, metal, and plastic.

12. French Press

Make coffee even without electricity with a French press! Just boil water and pour it over your coffee grounds. Let the coffee brew for a few minutes before pressing it and pouring it into your travel mug.

See More: 6 Ways to Make Coffee in Your Camper (Even Without Electricity)

13. Motorola Talkabout Radio 3-Pack

Walkie-talkies are a must-have for RV owners who travel in convoy or for any married couple dealing with backing up a trailer!

They can also be a fun and practical means of communication between your family when camp is set up, and the kids go off exploring.

14. RV State Sticker Travel Map

Show off your travel stripes with this fun and interactive state sticker travel map. Using an adhesive backing, this vinyl map can be stuck to the most prominent wall in your RV to make sure nobody misses it.

The fun part involves sticking each state’s flag onto the map once you have visited it. This will help you reminisce on all the amazing RV adventuring you’ve done over the years and show off to your campground buddies what a seasoned traveler you are.

15. Dreo Space Heater

Winter RV life can be a nice and cozy time if you’ve got the right tools at the ready. This space heater by Dreo is a compact portable heater that will take the edge off the winter chill.

Designed to be sleek and inconspicuous, your guests wouldn’t be silly for mistaking it for a portable speaker. Notable features include 70° of oscillation, a digital thermostat, LED display, and touch control.

Don’t go on living out your winter’s on the road tucked under the covers, let this modern heater warm the RV and your bones.

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16. Pop-Up Recycle Bin

Anything that can pop up and pop back down again is useful when camping, and this recycling bin is one of those things.

Great for families who find it a little too easy to fill their RV trash can in less than a day, this portable bin offers the equivalent of a 30-gallon trash can, saving multiple trips to the campsite recycling point.

The canvas fabric is easy to hose out and clean and can be conveniently snapped shut using two velcro straps when not in use.

17. Camco Stack-A-Plate

No matter how well you drive your RV, there will always be that odd occasion when suddenly braking causes your kitchen crockery to clink and clank, but hopefully not break.

These plastic plate stackers have been designed to put an end to your slip-n-slide stakes of plates. This set of two comes with a small and large universal plate size and includes a heavy-duty non-slip backing to safeguard their place in the cupboard.

But they aren’t the cutest. Here is a cute option to live inside your cabinets:

18. Youphoria Microfiber Travel Towel

These microfiber travel towels by Youphoria come in a wide array of funky colors and are a true heaven-sent for savvy campers.

Not only do they dry super quickly to prevent you from walking to the showers with a soggy towel, but they also pack away astonishingly small.

19. Space-Saving Shoe Organizer

These wall-mounting shoe racks to save you and your RV even more space. This is a great way to keep your doorway clear of shoes.

Shoe organizers are helpful for other things too, like keeping soaps in place in the bathroom!

20. Tapirus Plastic Spork Set

If you’re camping with kids and you don’t already have a spork set in circulation, then consider this a call to the sporks. This colorful set of 8 sporks is made from BPA-free plastic and comes with a handy draw-string carry bag that makes transporting easy.

21. Collapsible Dish-Drying Rack

RV kitchens, although priceless, don’t exactly come with an abundance of bench space. In fact, you’d be lucky if there’s even a bench at all in some of them. That’s why this collapsible dish-drying rack is so valuable for RV users.

Its ability to collapse and be stored out of sight and mind when not in use will keep your countertop clean and free. One nifty feature of these racks is the snap-in drainer board, which will also put an end to any wayward water soaking through your benchtop.

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22. RV Water Pressure Regulator Valve

This brass RV water pressure regulator is designed to give your RV good water flow and you peace of mind.

This savvy gadget regulates the water pressure in your RV, safeguarding your plumbing from bursting a pipe under stress.

It’s also universally compatible, fitting almost all U.S. water sources and threads. Don’t risk your RV’s water supply! This is an inexpensive must have.

23. Portable Power Station

Equipped with a 240Wh lithium-ion battery pack, this portable power station has got your charging needs covered.

Perfect for camping trips when you’re pitched up for a few days without a reliable power source, this tool of today can be powered by the sun. There’s no escaping the fact that our modern lives, even when camping, can often rely on charge.

24. Portable Laptop Desk

For those of us who need to work online even when traveling, being able to set up our workstations in the most comfortable spot is a game-changer.

Maybe you’re in a van and rather than converting the bed to a dining table every day, you can work from bed with the portable laptop desk.

You can even work outside from your camp chair while overlooking a beautiful view (and maybe that’s motivation to get through your work as quickly as possible so you can enjoy the area you’re in).

25. Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board

It’s the perfect way to get out on the water without hauling kayaks or a small boat with you!

An inflatable stand-up paddle board quickly inflates and has some great features, like a spot to mount your GoPro and bungee cords to attach any hear you want to take with you.

It’s also the best way to see the Teton mountains from Jenny Lake…just saying!

Top 25 RV Gadgets and Camping Gear

You know what they say: home is where the heart is. For proud RV owners, their hearts are forever longing to cruise in their home on four wheels. These RV gadgets make it easy!

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