Aside from your wallet, your keychain goes just about everywhere you do. So why not accessorize it a bit with some needed necessities? From knives to mini flashlights to multitools, prybars, whistles, and more, there are a multitude of accessories you can add to your somewhat dull keychain to make your day just a bit easier.
12 EDC Keychain Accessories
Some items offer convenience, others security, and still others might very well save your life. Below are some products that can transform your keyring from one-purpose to a veritable EDC tool chest on the go!
01 – 5.11 Tactical EDT Multitool
Although it may seem unbelievable, this small, compact item from 5.11 Tactical holds an incredible ten tools for everyday use! The EDT Multitool is constructed of ultra-strong stainless steel and has an attached carabiner for easy keychain attachment. Likewise, it has an equally durable Kydex sheath for storage when not in use.
No longer will you lack a tool when in the field because this mini wonder will probably have you covered.
Specifications
- Stainless steel construction
- Steel carabiner for easy attachment
- Six useful tools
- Compact and concealable
- Included Kydex sheath (black or kangaroo color)
MSRP: $15.00
For more information, please visit 511Tactical.com.
02 – 5.11 Tactical EDT Rescue
Sporting an alert-blue color and durable, one-piece construction, this keychain addition can literally save your life in a crisis. It features a carbide-tip glass breaker—useful if trapped in a vehicle—a web cutter for a fast seat belt escape and an oxygen key if or when you need one in a pinch.
The microbiner quickly attaches to your keychain or other keyrings with ease. Correspondingly, the unit is so compact that you won’t know you are carrying it until it danger comes your way. The EDT Rescue comes complete with a split ring as an additional attachment option.
Specifications
- Compact, durable design
- Web cutter for seat belt escape
- Integrated oxygen key
- Carbide tip glass breaker
- Includes microbiner on a split ring
MSRP: $15.00
For more information, please visit 511Tactical.com.
03 – 5.11 Tactical Deploy K-USB Flashlight
You carry your keys nearly everywhere. Now, you can carry a flashlight along with them. This compact flashlight “deploys” a staggering one-hundred and eighty lumens of brightness wherever you need it.
It sports a simple one-push activation button, included keychain ring, and a low-power setting to preserve power in non-emergency situations. Features such as an anti-roll design, lightweight aluminum housing, and USB-C rechargeable port make this keychain addition a true no-brainer.
Specifications
- Textured, machined aluminum
- Low and high mode light
- Split O-ring for easy attachment
- USB-C Input port for battery recharging
- Available in black or Ranger green color
MSRP: $30.00
For more information, please visit 511Tactical.com.
04 – CRKT Compano Carabiner
This carabiner does more than just hold your keys. It can be your go-to cutter for small tasks during your daily travels. The carabiner features a discreet 1.42-inch, 5Cr15MoV steel blade that locks into place when it’s slicing time.
Its high carbon composition takes an edge well and will stand up to rigorous rural and urban use. The Compano’s black stonewash handle sports bronze accents and is both durable and aesthetically appealing.
Specifications
- 5Cr15MoV Steel
- Easy to sharpen high carbon blade
- Carabiner allows for quick attachment
- Black stonewash handle
- Satin blade finish
MSRP: $44.00
For more information, please visit CRKT.com.
05 – Gerber Gear Key Note
You truly can’t get smaller than the Key Note. This micro-blade hangs discreetly on your keychain and opens with just a flick of your finger. It features a durable steel blade, which is useful for slicing or scrapping.
Aluminum scales allow for easy holding, and a liner lock keeps the blade firmly in place when cutting. The included keychain ring and integrated belt clip allow for multiple carry options. Go big with the mini wonder.
Specifications
- Compact—less than two inches long
- Blade steel: 5Cr
- Satin finish blade
- Aluminum scales
- Nail nick opening
MSRP: $22.95
For more information, please visit GerberGear.com.
06 – CRKT K.E.R.T. (Keyring. Emergency. Rescue. Tool.)
The K.E.R.T. packs a multitude of tools into the smallest footprint possible. Constructed of one-piece, 8Cr13MoV steel, it includes a flat screwdriver, multiple wrenches, a seat belt cutter, and a bottle opener.
Remarkably, it weighs less than an ounce and is less than three inches in length. This all-purpose tool comes with a keyring and vinyl sheath.
Specifications
- Extremely portable, fits on most keyrings
- Integrated seat belt strap cutter
- Blade steel: 8Cr13MoV
- Stainless steel handle
- Multiple, simple-to-use tools
MSRP: $12.00
For more information, please visit CRKT.com.
07 – Victorinox Rescue Tool
For those who don’t mind a hefty keyring, adding the Victorinox Rescue tool will cover nearly any pressing situation. For daily tasks, it includes tools such as a lockable blade, screwdriver, wire stripper, tweezers, and more.
However, when a crisis hits, the window breaker, seatbelt cutter, and shatterproof glass saw step up to the rescue. A lanyard and steel attachment point makes adding this mini tool chest to your keychain quick and efficient.
Specifications
- Thirteen indispensable tools
- Polyamide outer casing
- Lockable blade for safety
- Overall weight: 5.90 ounces
- Includes lanyard and sheath
MSRP: $115.00
For more information, please visit Victorinox.com.
08 – Victorinox Mini Champ Multitool
It’s not called the Mini Champ for nothing. Sporting an incredible eighteen functions contained within its compact design, you’ll have a virtual hardware store hanging on your keychain.
No matter the job, there’s a tool that will help, including a screwdriver, bottle opener, scissors, a straight blade, and even a cuticle pusher, orange peeler (yes, you read that correctly), and a pressurized ballpoint pen.
An integrated ring will find a home on any keychain, and you’ll enjoy years of reliable operation.
Specifications
- ABS/Cellidor outer casing
- Swiss-made construction
- Eighteen tools
- Include keychain ring
- Compact, easy-to-carry design
MSRP: $60.00
For more information, please visit Victorinox.com.
09 – Titan Survival Paracord Keychains (3-Pack)
With this item, you just attach your keys to this keychain, and you’ll be set with life-saving survival gear. Enjoy ultra-strong paracord that contains specialized strands that include tinder cord, utility wire, and twenty-five-pound test fishing line.
The integrated ferro-rod will create a shower of 3,000-degree sparks for almost instant fire-starting. To keep your keys and included gear always nearby, the unit features an oversized, easy-to-release clip. So, you’ll never be without your necessities.
Specifications
- 620 lb. Tensile strength paracord
- Inner strands of specialized cordage
- Integrated ferro-rod
- Oversized, easily attachable belt hook
- Set includes black, dragonscale, and reflective orange
MSRP: $25.98
For more information, please visit TitanSurvival.com.
10 – Gerber Gear Dime Multitool
Compact, goes where you go, and is loaded with essential tools—that’s the Dime multitool in a nutshell. This mini toolbox provides all the basics, like a sharp knife, needle nose pliers, wire cutters, scissors, and a bottle opener.
Add to these a unique retail package opener and tweezers for that pesky splinter, and you have a well-rounded companion. An easy-to-open butterfly design, included keyring attachment, and durable steel body complete this everyday necessity.
Specifications
- Durable, stainless steel construction
- Ten useful tools
- Keychain attachment ring
- Butterfly opening design
- Overall weight: 2.20 ounces
MSRP: $23.20
For more information, please visit GerberGear.com.
11 – Wazoo Gear Fire Starter Keychain
Good things come in a small package with this keychain accessory. The mini ceramic folder offers a razor-sharp edge that won’t rust or dull, while the mini ferro rod provides loads of sparks when a spur-of-the-moment fire is needed.
These two helpers are less than two inches in length, weigh next to nothing, and will blend in inconspicuously among your keys. Both items are secured by an included ball chain.
Specifications
- White zirconia ceramic scraper
- Chisel grind knife edge
- Ferro rod shavings burn at 5,500 degrees Fahrenheit
- Will not dull or corrode
- Includes attachment chain
MSRP: $18.00
For more information, please visit WazooGear.com.
12 – Wazoo Gear SOS Micro Whistle
Designed to minimize size yet maximize output, this keychain addition is indispensable when lost in the woods or for signaling for help in the city. Its one-piece, all-metal construction will stand up to the rigor of the outdoors while providing the user with up to one hundred and fifteen decibels of blaring sound.
This screaming assistant easily attaches to a keychain via its included chain.
Specifications
- Exceeds 115 decibels
- All aluminum construction
- Chain attachment included
- Ideal for both adults and children
- Simple, one-piece design
MSRP: $8.00
For more information, please visit WazooGear.com.
