We're strong believers in spending money on good gear that'll last you years and years out in the field, but that doesn't always mean you have to buy the most expensive products. There are a handful of hunting brands for women and men alike making cheap hunting clothes in that they're affordable, not cheaply made.
And these companies are delivering hunting gear with real-world use in mind: Hunters always want to be comfortable, and concealed, and in some states, need a bit of blaze orange for safety reasons. Hunting clothes, even cheap hunting clothes, need to be quiet, unrestricted, and weather-appropriate. This can be as basic or as complicated as a hunter makes it. Not every piece of gear in the camouflage lineup needs to be from the best, most recognizable brands. Hunters should never let a lack of name-brand gear stand in the way of them getting outdoors.
There are hunting apparel lines on the market that range from economical to very expensive, with lots of different options in between. Many of the more affordable brands work just fine for the average hunter. Here are a few of our favorite affordable or cheap hunting clothing companies for hunters on a tight budget.
The Best Cheap Hunting Clothes
Mossy Oak
Mossy Oak
was one of the very first camo brands on the market and as the current number one camo brand, it is still a leader today. And because this brand has been doing it for a long time, they have worked out all the kinks and perfected the hunting gear. Mossy Oak also licenses its camo patterns out to other clothing manufacturers, so the Mossy Oak pattern shows up elsewhere too.
Our Top Picks
Mossy Oak
Women's Sherpa 2.0 Jacket - $90
Mossy Oak
Mossy Oak Cotton Mill Flex Bib Overall - $70
Guide Gear
Guide Gear
is proof that hunters do not have to spend their inheritance to get good
hunting garb. Guide Gear is Sportsman's Guide's in-house brand, and offers a variety of products for hunting, and all are reasonably priced. Where Guide Gear really shines is in their hunting jacket line—these are warm and waterproof but not bulky or heavy. They also offer a great version of hunting coveralls, which like the rest of the Guide Gear line, is cozy warm and still very moveable.
Our Top Picks
Guide Gear
Guide Gear Men's Guide Dry Hunt Parka - $70
Guide Gear
Guide Gear Men's Camo Lined Jeans - $50
Redhead
Redhead
The Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops tandem is an industry giant for a reason, but Bass Pro's in-house brand
Redhead is usually up to standards and almost always less expensive than similar options. The brand makes good hunting gear and apparel easily accessible to the masses. They have everything a hunter might need, from base layers in various weights, to outer layers, hats, gloves, jackets, pants, and all types of accessories.
Our Top Picks
RedHead
Redhead Camo Dove Vest for Men - $30
RedHead
RedHead SCENTINEL Tech Windproof Fleece Vest for Men - $70
SHE Outdoor
SHE Outdoor
The Redhead brand's female counterpart,
SHE Outdoor, delivers field-grade women's hunting clothes tailored to the female form and ready to live up to high expectations and active lifestyles. SHE Outdoor offers a wide range of base layers, packs and bags, footwear, and accessories for women pursuing an outdoor lifestyle, all with performance-driven design and cutting-edge features that do everything but compromise. SHE Outdoors is an affordable brand for
female hunters on any level, from beginner to expert.
Our Top Picks
SHE Outdoor
SHE Outdoor Trail Pants for Ladies - $70
SHE Outdoor
SHE Outdoor Insulated Waterproof Pants for Ladies - $130
ASIO
ASIO
The hunting apparel from
ASIO is all-around good stuff— good quality and good prices. This brand's apparel line focuses specifically on the whitetail, tree stand bowhunter. The apparel collections are organized by need, meaning early season, mid-season, and late season. They offer pants, hats, hoodies, jackets, vests, accessories, and more. ASIO also offers free shipping on orders over $250.
Our Top Picks
ASIO
Windproof Sherpa-Lined Pants - $200
ASIO
ASIO Windproof Sherpa-Lined Jacket 2.0 - $240
HuntRite
HuntRite
is a no-frills line of hunting clothes that will not break the budget. While this line does not have as much variety as some of the bigger lines, the cold weather products such as the insulated
hunting jacket are warm, comfortable, and made with good quality. HuntRite offers pants, bibs, jackets, footwear, and some accessories.
Our Top Picks
HuntRite
HuntRite Men's Camo Insulated Coveralls - $94
HuntRite
HuntRite Men's Camo Insulated Hunting Bibs - $49
NEW VIEW
NEW VIEW
hunting sets are a great economical choice for hunters. They offer jackets, pants, and some accessories. NEW VIEW covers all the basics: quiet material, easy to move around in, and good camouflage patterns. They come with lots of strategically placed pockets, too. This brand has an abundance of positive
reviews that have a consistent message: these products work well and you cannot beat the price.
Our Top Picks
NEW VIEW
NEW VIEW Upgraded Ultra-Quiet Water Resistant Camo Hunting Jacket - $80
NEW VIEW
NEW VIEW Ultra-Quiet Women's Camo Hunting Pants - $60
Other Places to Find Cheap Hunting Gear
One of the best kept secrets of hunting gear is the multiple hunting gear clearance closeout websites that compile gear at a steep discount. Some of these websites are Field Supply, Cheaper Than Dirt, Sportsman's Guide, and Acadamy Sports & Outdoors.
One big thing to remember is that you do not need to replace your hunting apparel (or gear) every season. Do your research, buy the best you can afford and forget the rest. It might be fun to try the new products from a favorite brand's launch, but you could quickly go broke trying to do that every year. The latest stuff might make you feel cool on Instagram, but is it going to make a difference in when or how you harvest? Probably not.
The bottom line is that fancy gear is nice, but it does not replace skill, patience, and hard work.
