Best Tactical Vests To Carry Your Gear In 2022

The UTG 547 Law Enforcement Tactical Vest is another serious vest that will attract plenty of professional attention while also catching the eye of some of the more dedicated airsoft gamers. This is a one size fits all tactical vest that’s loaded with practical pouches, pockets and compartments of every shape and size. There’s a universal cross-draw holster for your sidearm, 4 rifle mag pouches, half a dozen loops for shotgun shells, a pouch for a good sized survival knife, D loops for whatever you feel like hanging from a carabiner and a durable, breathable nylon mesh foundation underpinning the whole thing. Inside there are zippered pockets for important documents, maps and arrest warrants and the right shoulder is padded to absorb recoil from your rifle. Whatever you want in a serious tactical vest you’re going to find it here.

We’re going to start off with a serious tactical vest; the Yakeda Tactical CS Field Vest. The vest itself is extremely light, has a foundation of durable nylon mesh, a high-performance zipper down the center and pockets and compartments to hold everything from your hunting GPS to your Glock. There’s a pistol belt at the very bottom the helps you secure this combat vest to your torso, 3 pistol mag pouches, a large pouch for carrying shells and a flip pocket for your first aid essentials. Somehow the whole thing manages to stay flexible and never feels unwieldy even when it’s stuffed to the gills. There’s also a pocket to hold a medium-sized hydration pack and a built-in feed tube for that hydration pocket. All in all a serious tactical vest for the military, law enforcement, and security professionals.

The GZ Xinxing Tactical Combat Vest is a slightly more robust version of the tactical vests profiled above. It has adjustable shoulder strips with Velcro closures along with tension straps along the sides to pull it in for a snug fit. Because of this adjustability, it will fit anyone of average height who wears shirt size S to XXL. Like all the best tactical vests it’s built on a foundation of tough nylon mesh that provides flexibility and first-rate ventilation. At the bottom there are a series of loops through which you can thread a gun belt and all across the chest area are enough flip-top pouches to satisfy any SWAT member or diehard airsoft enthusiast. Hunters, mountain rescuers, private security professionals and more will appreciate the versatility of the GZ Xinxing tactical combat vest.

The designers of the Barbarians MOLLE Tactical Vest have done their homework and started off on the right foot with durable, tear resistant, water resistant 600D polyester on the pockets and pouches all resting on a foundation of breathable nylon mesh. The Barbarians Tactical MOLLE Vest blurs the line between combat and game ready and no one is going to mind. There are 3 rifle mag pouches, a radio pouch, several pouches for your smaller tech like GPS, multi-tool and tactical flashlight and document pockets inside where they’re safe and dry. With generous MOLLE webbing throughout you’ll be able to attach everything but the kitchen sink (and they might have a pouch for that too) and the padded right shoulder will protect you from recoil. The vest can be held in close by way of long Velcro strips on the shoulder and at the waist and you don’t have to worry about the high-performance zippers rusting in the rain.

The Gloryfire Tactical vest is one of those fairly simple rigs we mentioned at the start that’s light on the ammo pouches but heavy on the MOLLE loops and webbing. It features anti-slip shoulder pad a padded lining for extra comfort, a pocketed cummerbund and a large map pocket on the front with a snap closure that will hold your search warrant, arrest warrant and your list of things to pick up at the grocery store on the way home. The Gloryfire Tactical Vest is intended to be a base on which you attach modular components so there’s no need to discuss what it doesn’t have. The final configuration will be up to you. Comes with side release buckles, an adjustable waist strap and a 2-year warranty on materials and workmanship. 

With a classic cross draw holster, myriad ammo pouches, pockets for your tech items, pepper spray, stun gun, emergency radio, shotgun shells and more the Barska VX-200 Tactical Vest is ready for whatever threat presents itself. It has a padded shoulder, a detachable pistol vest, lots of MOLLE webbing and straps and the whole thing is fashioned from uber-durable, water-resistant 1680D polyester. It’s a lightweight, versatile, dependable tactical vest that’s built to last and takes all contingencies into consideration. Whether you’re stalking elk through the high country or stalking your paintball foe through the obstacle course the Barska VX-200 has you covered. It also has inner pockets to keep important documents safe and it adjusts down to fit nice and snug, regardless of your size. This tactical military vest will cost you a little more but the high-quality materials make it worth the stretch.

The Condor Recon Chest Rig is a change of pace that is something short of a full tactical vest but definitely something more than Batman’s utility belt. It has a full complement of kangaroo style pouches for your rifle, sidearm and airsoft mags, lots and lots of MOLLE webbing and, before we forget, those mag pouches can be repurposed to hold your survival knife, tactical flashlight, multi-tool or whatever else you need to bring along. The padded shoulder straps can be adjusted to fit any height and almost any girth and the swivel push release buckles are good for a nice firm hold every time. While some law enforcement or security pros may want something with more carry options this bare bones tactical vest chest rig will do most airsoft types just fine.

The Lancer Tactical Chest Rig falls somewhere between the full-service tactical vests like the Xinxing and the Condor Recon Chest Rig we just reviewed. It may be the most clearly modular of the tactical vests on this list with tons of MOLLE straps and webbing and a half dozen detachable flip top pouches with Velcro closures. It’s an easy to wear hybrid rig made of high quality 600D polyester. It’s water resistant, tear resistant and can accommodate a water bladder of up to 2 ½ liters. Attach as many or as few MOLLE pouches as you like on either the front or the back and tighten everything down via adjustable shoulder and side straps. If you like you can remove the back panel altogether and embrace more of a classic chest rig design.

The last tactical vest on our list comes to us from Modern Warrior. This tactical vest has been reduced to the bare essentials of a nylon webbing foundation vest and tough, ripstop polyester MOLLE pouches and pockets that can be moved about with ease. It’s an entry-level tactical vest – about that there can be little doubt – but it’s also a great value for beginners or more seasoned pros who don’t need or want a full-scale tactical vest. Don’t let the fact that it’s been reduced to the basics fool you though. It’s as tough and practical as they come and one of the more fully adjustable tactical vests on the market today. Not necessarily intended for those carrying firearms.

When it comes to the best Tactical Vests, no list would be complete without mentioning the impressive MGFLASHFORCE offering. With the highest possible quality materials, plenty of storage and special compartments, and designed to last for years, this could very well be the only tactical vest you’ll ever need. Whether you need a vest for fun or tools, have just started airsoft or paintball, or are a member of law enforcement, this heavy-duty tactical vest will more than cover all your needs and is unbelievably useful in a wide range of circumstances. The garment itself can be adjusted from 37” up to 51” in the chest, so one size can cover a whole range of different individuals with easy adjustment, and the entire vest is covered in magic tape, so keeping whatever types of tools you need close at hand is incredibly simple.

This tactical vest has been intelligently designed by people who actually use it, and you can tell based on the specifically designed pockets and pouches incorporated onto the vest without making it bulky or uncomfortable. These pockets include a map pouch, flashlight pouch, communication pouch, triple pouch, and Molle pouch. So you know you’re covered for every eventuality. What’s more, the entire tactical vest is fully compatible with a Molle system, and the pockets are removable/adjustable so you can create a field set-up that works for you and your needs, no matter what you’re using it for!