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Ultimate Digital Nomad Gear

Travel Gear Last Updated · Dec 10th, 2022 · Daniel James

digital nomad

So, you’re thinking of becoming a digital nomad?

I’ve spent years living as a digital nomad. Working out of a backpack, testing out tools to help me live, work, and travel more effectively.

I’m always looking out for digital nomad gear to aid my productivity.


Quick Answer: Popular Digital Nomad Gadgets

  • The Most Popular Digital Nomad Tool – Roost Stand
  • What Digital Nomads Use To Make Coffee – The Aeropress
  • The Ultimate Digital Nomad Backpack – Tortuga
  • Stay Connected Everywhere – Super Fast Global 4G Hotspot
  • Digital Nomads Preferred Insurance – SafetyWing

Wondering what gear digital nomads carry? Look no further! In this list, you will see many of the tools digital nomads carry.

Table of Contents

  • Digital Nomad Gear
    • Macbook Pro 15
    • Roost Stand
    • Plug Bug
    • Gorilla Pod
    • Canon G7X VLOG Camera
    • Aeropress Coffee Maker
    • Havaianas
    • Sky Roam Solis
    • Tortuga Backpack
    • The Glif
    • Whal Travel Trimmer
    • Themaband
    • Travel Pillow
    • I Ring
    • Lenovo ThinkPad X270
    • Aeropress Reusable Filter
    • Passport Wallet
  • Digital Nomad Gear

Digital Nomad Gear

Here’s a list of physical products and digital nomad gadgets that will help get you started working on your online business:

Macbook Pro 15

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Sleek cool
  • Super light and thin
  • Super Fast

Price via Amazon

This is one of the serious digital nomad tools popular with designers and video editors. The MacBook Pro packs enough power to make sure you’re super productive.


Roost Stand

digital nomad checklist

Features:

  • Setting up office anywhere
  • Protects neck and back
  • Super compact

Price via Amazon

This is the ultimate digital nomad tool. It has a plush design and ideal for all laptops or even reading books. It’s strong and lightweight. Perfect for traveling.


Plug Bug

digital nomad gear

Features:

  • Works Worldwide
  • Charges all devices
  • Travel adaptor

Price via Amazon

The bug plug is perfect for international travel. The good thing about it is that it can charge devices like your iPad like lightning in some cases 4 times faster.


Gorilla Pod

digital nomad gear

Features:

  • Takes perfect selfies
  • Easy to carry
  • Very Compact

Price via Amazon

Perfect for digital nomads. Working alone makes it difficult to get the shots you may need for Instagram or youtube. You can mount this tripod on any object.


Canon G7X VLOG Camera

digital nomad gear

Features:

  • Powerful and pocket-sized
  • Full HD movies
  • Perfect for VLOGGING

Price via Amazon

If you want to record the highest quality video whilst maintaining space in your backpack. The G7x is perfect. Popular with digital nomads and travelpreneurs.


Aeropress Coffee Maker

digital nomad gear

Features:

  • Makes perfect cup of coffee
  • Simple and quick to clean
  • Easy to carry

Price via Amazon

True digital nomad gear. Coffee is a creative tool. The Aeropress will make you the perfect full-bodied coffee allowing you to prepare your morning coffee on the go.


Havaianas

digital nomad gear

Features:

  • Super duper durable
  • Can wear anywhere
  • Look cool and fresh

Price via Amazon

By far the most robust pair of footwear for digital nomads who are in hot countries. I bought my first pair in Brazil and have worn them ever since.


Sky Roam Solis

digital nomad tools

Features:

  • Super fast global 4G hotspot
  • Instant internet coverage
  • Secure & Shareable

Price via Amazon

Who thought it was possible to have an internet connection anywhere in the world without buying sim cards? This is a must for working online, digital nomads, and travelpreneurs. I’d definitely consider adding this to your current nomadic gear list if you’ve not already.


Tortuga Backpack

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Carry On Sized
  • Weather Resistant
  • Protect Your Electronics

Price via Tortuga

This is probably the best backpack for digital nomads who have a lot of experience on the road. Tortuga Backpacks allow you to smartly pack all your gadgets, clothes, and accessories into one of their styles of weather-resistant backpacks.


The Glif

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Perfect of for smartphones
  • Super compact
  • Solid cherry wood Handgrip

Price via Amazon

Not so much one of the most important tools for digital nomads but a must for your online business if it requires you to film a lot of videos. The construction of the Glif is very strong and sturdy. Designed for smartphones.


Whal Travel Trimmer

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Super compact
  • Trims beard moustache
  • Cuts hair super short

Price via Amazon

Depending on where you are getting a trim can be difficult. Most digital nomads carry something to keep them looking suave. This travel trimmer is light and compact.


Themaband

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Tones major muscle groups
  • Super compact
  • Perfect for stretching

Price via Amazon

No digital nomad is complete without exercise. You can starch your whole body with this in minutes. Perfect for stretching out my neck and shoulder muscles.


Travel Pillow

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Facilitate better sleep
  • Perfect for travelling
  • Easy Washable

Price via Amazon

A crucial addition to your digital nomad gear. Sleep is one of the most important things we do as humans. With this, you can enjoy Great Sleep anytime, anywhere. See my travel pillow review for more ideas.


I Ring

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Avoid damaging phone
  • Super light and durable
  • Place your phone anywhere

Price via Amazon

Relying on our smartphones daily we are often inclined to drop them. This is a very helpful tool for digital nomads who find themselves dropping their smartphones.


Lenovo ThinkPad X270

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Blazingly fast
  • Aides productivity
  • Run dual monitors

Price via Amazon

Power, performance, and portability are what you can expect from this machine. If you’re looking for something with great battery life you’ll get up to 21 hours.


Aeropress Reusable Filter

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • No wasting paper
  • Brew a full-body coffee
  • Super compact

Price via Amazon

Filters add another dynamic to your Aeropress. Allowing you to make different grades of coffee with different tastes. A must for digital nomads who love coffee and for sure an invaluable addition to my digital nomad packing list.


Passport Wallet

gifts for backpackers

Features:

  • Keeps passport safe
  • Use as a cash wallet
  • Super slick

Price via Amazon

If you’re a digital nomad that moves around a lot you’ll be familiar with the worn or ‘dog-eared’ passport. It’s wise to protect your passport; it’s one of our most valuable assets. It also doubles up as a trendy wallet.


Digital Nomad Gear

We’ve come to the end of my digital nomad gear list.

If you’re thinking of becoming a digital nomad, looking for digital nomad backpacks, or just interested in learning about the types of jobs digital nomads do, you can read more on this site.

I’m always testing new products when I take new trips and I’m always trying to improve my toolkit.

If you feel anything is missing just let me know!


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