Best plate carrier on Reddit
257 reviews from r/tacticalgear, r/QualityTacticalGear, r/airsoft and 8 more subreddits
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#1
Crye
4.7
(53)
"You'd be forgiven for forgetting that other plate carriers exist."
"Crye SPC, Defense Mechanisms MEPC, Ferro Slickster."
"The SPC is awesome but you need plate covers of some sort with it."
"Crye SPC."
"For most people the crye SPC with Axl equinox cummerbunds are about as good as it gets."
"I believe the Crye AVS is still among the best for load bearing because of its harness system."
"Most popular plate carries are the crye jpc 2:0."
"My personal favorite was, is and will likely always be the Crye AVS."
"Just finished my SPC and I love it."
"Crye AVS"
#2
Defense Mechanisms
4.5
(15)
"After doing my research I’m going worth the defense mechanisms MEPC."
"I must plug the scarab or ulpc given your price range."
"Defense mechanisms def, I've beat mine and it's doing great."
"You are definitely in the 8x10 range check out defense mechanisms or beez combat systems."
"Measure yourself for plates, more than likely you’ll be looking at 8x10s or sapi extra small. Defense mechanisms makes the mepc in 8x10 if that’s your size."
"Order the carrier directly from Defense Mechanisms in bulk."
"[Defense Mechanisms Reduced Vis](https://defensemechanisms.com/reduced-visibility-plate-carrier/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-7iOxqL2ggMVUFByCh373gXmEAQYBCABEgJalvD_BwE)"
"I vouch heavily for the MEPC."
"Check out Defense Mechanisms MEPC."
"Check out the Defense Mechanisms MEPC."
#3
Ferro
4.2
(15)
"I think for a civilian slick carriers like the AC1, Ferro and LV-119 and JPC are great."
"I’m a big fan of the ferro ecosystem and the ferro Slickster or the slickster molle are great starter carriers."
"Ferro Concepts Slickster is just a little more than that."
"Ferro FCPC"
"Ferro Concepts Slickster are also popular."
"I’d recommend anything ferro, or crye."
"Ferro FCPC."
"Alternatively the Ferro 3AC will work too."
"Ferro slickster, used jpc, repro jpcs fall apart pretty quickly."
"Generally I'm either rocking a ferro fcpc or crye jpc 2.0."
#4
Warrior Assault Systems
4.3
(10)
"If you decide you’re willing to deal with Molle pouches the Warrior assault systems DCS is the goat."
"Their durable and lightweight and the pouches are great."
"Best quality/cost ratio you can find."
"Cheapest reliable option are Warrior Assault Systems carriers."
"WAS DCS or LPC should work well for ya."
"WAS DCS On the chunky side, but super comfy and available in the EU."
"I’ve run a warrior assault system dcs, I quite like it."
"I got mine from warrior assault systems. They’re really good quality"
"I love my warrior assault systems DCS."
"The Warrior assault systems DCS is great, I can really load mine up and it's still comfy."
#5
Ferro Concepts
4.8
(8)
"Wish someone directed me to ferro while i was still in service"
"I’m very happy with the FCPC. It is in your budget and will work with the cummerbund you already have."
"Ferro concepts slickster or Crye JPC."
"The most comfy and sturdy PC I ever tested."
"[Ferro Concepts Slickster](https://ferroconcepts.com/products/the-slickster)"
"I love my slickster."
"Go with Ferro if you already have their cummerbund. It has worked a lil better for me than the triangular shoulder strap cut."
"Probably a low vis carrier. Like a slickster from ferro or something along those lines."
#6
Shaw
4.8
(8)
"You absolutely cannot go wrong with Shaw concepts."
"Shaw Arc V2 if you have the money."
"Shaw Arc v2 is Gucci but damn it's also good."
"Shaw concepts."
"Shaw all the way, check out the mutant set up."
"Anyone of these your gonna want a struced cummerbund and a nice of shoulder pads."
"Shaw arc."
"Out of all of those, I'd go Shaw."
#7
LBT
4.4
(7)
"It's tough as nails and I love it."
"For scenarios like SHTF or airsoft... a LBT-6094 is perfect."
"[LBT Slick](https://lbtinc.com/products/6094slk?variant=40317693329607)"
"[LBT LoPro](https://lbtinc.com/en-ca/collections/carriers-and-lbe/products/6094lp)"
"I love it. I had the midrange WTFIdea carrier, and wanted to upgrade."
"I'm old school and have a LBT 6094."
"LBT has always worked haha."
#8
GORUCK
4.8
(5)
"Rucker is definitely the way to go."
"Rucker is the best plate carrier. It’s got the handles and better frame."
"I prefer a Rucker. Holds the plates well. Comfortable to wear."
"She uses a Goruck 4.0 20L with a weight plate from yes4all."
"The Plate Carrier 3.0 is a subtle and inexpensive, but surprisingly good option."
#9
Agilite
4.6
(5)
"I recently got the agilite k0 and i love it. fits me well."
"Agilite K-Zero is the one I have and it is so comfortable."
"I’m a fan of the agilite k-zero."
"Agilite k19!!"
"Want Agilite K19 for comfort."
#10
Shaw Concepts
4.4
(5)
"Shaw Concepts Arc carrier has been treating me very well."
"Shaw concepts is the way to go."
"Shaw concepts arc v2"
"Shaw Concepts ARC Carrier V2."
"Shaw concepts arc v2"
#11
Shellback
4.0
(5)
"I use the shellback rampage 2.0. I found it was a good balance of price vs quality."
"I like the Shellback Rampage 2.0 that I bought the year before last."
"I got a shellback rampage 2.0, RMA Level 4 multicurve combo."
"I got a shellback rampage 2.0, RMA Level 4 multicurve combo."
"Try a shellback full size plate carrier. The bulkier pc may be more comfortable and fitting."
#12
Invader Gear
4.8
(4)
"I've been using my Invader Gear Reaper for a while and absolutely love it"
"I use the invader gear reaper QRB and i love it."
"I picked up my Invader Gear Reaper for $120."
"I run the invader gear reaper PC in ranger green."
#13
Spiritus
4.8
(4)
"Spiritus LV-119 Front Overt Plate Carrier."
"Running a Spiritus LV119 and a fcpc V5. These fit wonderfully on me."
"I’ve run quite a few carriers and I keep returning to the Spiritus LV-119."
"Spiritus Lv119 gang."
#14
Apex Armor Solutions
4.8
(4)
"You definitely want 8x10 plates and an 8x10 carrier. I have a friend who's a similar size as you and this is what I recommended him."
"Get the MEPC bundle from u/apexarmorsolutions with the Small SAPIs."
"Apex armor solutions is a reliable vendor that exclusively sells nij-listed plates."
"Wit that budget I would go to apexarmorsolutions.com and look at the armor bundles they have."
#15
WTF
4.3
(4)
"The best budget carrier that is American made with Berry compliant fabrics and top notch workmanship is the WTFIdea PC13."
"Little late to this but highly recommend the WTF PC13."
"WTF PC24."
"If you're going to spend $400+ buy a WTF PC24 or Shaw Arc v2."
#16
LBX
4.3
(4)
"Just ordered x2 setup Armatus II with triple m4 front and back banger panel for spares for the homies $150 ea (Black Friday deal)..."
"LBX is having sales right now."
"LBX plate carriers are on sale right now, they're affiliated with LBT and are just their outsourced, "budget" options."
"I recommend the Armatus II."
#17
JPC
5.0
(3)
"I run a jpc 2.0. I love it."
"I would think a JPC 2.0 would probably be good."
"Legit just save up 100 more dollars and you can get a JPC."
#18
5.11
4.3
(3)
"I've run a few and always came back to my 5.11 TacTec"
"I've run a few and always came back to my 5.11 TacTec. It's comfortable and has taken every bit of abuse."
"I have a 5.11 carrier and WCG 2x3 AK pouches."
#19
WAS
4.3
(3)
"Definitely WAS! Good for airsoft and also some impressions."
"WAS are good and sturdy and will serve you well long term."
"I would say: WAS Warrior Assault System or Direct Action."
#20
Highcom
4.3
(3)
"The MEPC Essentials Highcom 4S17M Level 4 Armor Bundle would be a good choice for you."
"I'd recommend looking into Level 3+ ceramic plates."
"Multicurve and QD buckles. $815"
#21
Spiritus Systems
4.3
(3)
"A micro chest rig would be your best bet like a spiritus systems mk4."
"Spiritus Systems LV-119 (OTB) is also popular."
"I’m a Spiritus Systems and Perroz man myself."
#22
Condor
4.0
(3)
"My friend and I have the Condor Gunner. I'm small and this plate carrier is very comfortable."
"I'd suggest just buying a molle mag pouch for the front, can also buy from condor, so it shouldn't be much."
"Im currently running a Condor plate carrier and RMA Level 4 multicurve plates."
#23
Esstac
4.0
(3)
"My Esstac carries 1155MCs just fine"
"Esstac."
"Esstac Daedon."
#24
Haley
5.0
(2)
"Other carriers like the Haley and LV-119 are great for this role."
"I run a Haley Thorax with chicken straps, very light and maneuverable."
#25
Eagle Industries
5.0
(2)
"I’d recommend an Eagle Industries MMAC plate carrier. Extremely comfortable overt plate carrier."
"Eagle Industries CIRAS Maritime 👌🏻."
#26
Emerson Gear
5.0
(2)
"Emerson Gear 420 or JPC if you want a PC that looks good."
"Emerson Gear if you want good repros."
#27
Javlin Concepts
4.5
(2)
"Javlin concepts is my favorite. I have exp with spiritus and Crye."
"Look at the Javlin Concepts A-JAC."
#28
Tyr Tactical
4.5
(2)
"Tyr Tactical PICO with Spiritus Systems mk5 placard 💪."
"Tyr tactical makes them."
#29
Viper
4.5
(2)
"Imo the best budget one is the viper vx plate carrier."
"Viper or condor brands"
#30
Velocity Systems
4.5
(2)
"Velocity Systems Scarab is a great PC."
"I’d say get a Velocity Systems/Mayflower assault plate carrier. They are pretty slick."
#31
Whiskey Two Four
4.0
(2)
"I like my Whiskey Two Four PC24."
"Whiskey Two Four PC24 :)"
#32
Velocity
4.0
(2)
"Velocity/Mayflower."
"...I'll probably get a velocity scarab again when this spiritussy wears out."
#33
Viper Tactical
4.0
(2)
"You can get the viper tactical vx gen 2 plate carrier for about £75."
"[Cheapest PC](https://www.patrolbase.co.uk/viper-tactical-elite-carrier-molle-chest-rig?fv=2003) and [separate pouch](https://www.patrolbase.co.uk/8fields-tactical-molle-triple-stanag-rifle-mag-gp-pouch?pv=18208)"
#34
Safariland
4.0
(2)
"Has an overt carrier in xs and sm that I've seen on ebay"
"Has a PC marketed as 'Female xs' that i just got in for the misses to try on"
#35
HSGI
4.0
(2)
"HSGI smalls are a good fit for small frames too."
"The hsgi core and greyghostgear minimalist plate carriers can be found for good prices."
#36
Tacticon
4.0
(2)
"Check Tacticon, they run 40-50% off sales frequently."
"Tacticon is still running a deal for a carrier and 10x12" L3+ plates for $150."
#37
L4 Performance
5.0
(1)
"The L4 Performance L4PC is great."
#38
KDH
5.0
(1)
"Try the kdh msv crye jpc 2.0 or kdh tac 1 all have nsn"
#39
Tasmanian Tiger
5.0
(1)
"Get one from Tasmanian Tiger, they will last forever"
#40
AR500
5.0
(1)
"Been beating mine for about 3 years."
#41
First Spear
5.0
(1)
"Get a First Spear ABAV!"
#42
Tracer Tactical
5.0
(1)
"Tracer tactical, their entire line is more or less designed to operate that way bubby."
#43
SORD Australia
5.0
(1)
"Look at sord australia they make great equipment."
#44
Qore
4.0
(1)
"You should consider Qore Iceplate compatibility and how you want to run that."
#45
Slick PC
4.0
(1)
"I reccomed you run the front slick and put your ammo on the sides or better yet run a slick pc and have your ammo on a split front chest rig."
#46
Split Front Chest Rig
4.0
(1)
"A split front chest rig could work or even a belt and suspenders type load carrying system."
#47
Direct Action
4.0
(1)
"Check sizing but I believe the L takes 11x14"
#48
US Patriot Tactical
4.0
(1)
"US Patriot Tactical periodically sells JPC 1.0's for $140."
#49
AVS
4.0
(1)
"Just get an AVS/CPC"
#50
ATS
4.0
(1)
"I’d add on the ATS Aegis v2 running SLD level IV"
#51
Kagwerks
4.0
(1)
"Kagwerks or Juggernaut"
#52
Defence Mechanisms
4.0
(1)
"Defence mechanisms, crye, ferro concepts, spiritus systems"
#53
Ali Express
4.0
(1)
"Best bet is to look on Ali express. There are some great choices for not much money."
#54
Tactical Scorpion
4.0
(1)
"Checkout the Tactical Scorpion 8x10 plate carrier, that should work for you."
#55
Emersongear
4.0
(1)
"Brands like emersongear, idogear, krydex, yakeda are good brands tho."
#56
Chest Rigs
4.0
(1)
"Look at getting chest rigs instead, they’re usually much more adjustable."
#57
PC24
4.0
(1)
"WTF idea pc24 is pretty rad"
#58
Tactical Tailor
4.0
(1)
"Could you not just use a tactical tailor 2 piece MAV with X harness."
#59
CPC
4.0
(1)
"Either go with a CPC or SPC + Airlite rack."
#60
Parashooter Gear
4.0
(1)
"Parashooter gear volk, Smersh, both if ya want."
#61
Wartech
4.0
(1)
"I'm running a Wartech TV-113 chest rig."
#62
Direct Action Gear
4.0
(1)
"Ill throw in a vote for the direct action gear Spitfire system. Extremely modular and well built."
#63
S&S Precision
4.0
(1)
"If you are in a maritime environment, S&S Precision plateframe."
#64
Spartan Armor Systems
4.0
(1)
"I've got a Spartan Armor Systems PC with some HSGI taco MOLLE mag carriers for 7.62."
#65
Arbor Arms
4.0
(1)
"Arbor Arms Minuteman with 1-Stand Cummerbund ($146)."
#66
Helikon
4.0
(1)
"Helikon Mini Training Rig! 💪"
#67
Haley Strategic
4.0
(1)
"Bought it to hold Scar mags and it holds 762 AK mags really well."
#68
Trex
4.0
(1)
"I really like it but your gear is gonna depend on your mission set so maybe that won’t be right for you crye or Pharo make good pc’s as well"
#69
Beez Combat
4.0
(1)
"Beez Combat makes great Ak gear."
#70
TAPS
4.0
(1)
"Maybe start with a surplus TAPS kit. Not crazy expensive and will let you see how you like it..."
#71
Arc'teryx
4.0
(1)
"I have the arcv2, and it's🤌."
#72
Mission Spec
4.0
(1)
"Mission spec rig it kit and it's berry compliant if anyone is in need of placard capability without altering issued gear."
#73
Thyrm
4.0
(1)
"Thyrm DarkVault 2.0 is what it's called."
#74
High Speed Gear
4.0
(1)
"I went with High Speed Gear's Core plate carrier, because it was on a pretty big sale at the time for under $100."
#75
Tacticon Armament
4.0
(1)
"It's a clone of the Agilite K19 plate carrier, and it's very, very nicely made."
#76
TRex Arms
4.0
(1)
"Everyone hates on them but I have a TRex Arms AC1 plate carrier. I haven’t had any issues with it."
#77
TMC
4.0
(1)
"From my experience in the airsoft side of things, TMC and Shekkin have good PC’s."
#78
Chase Tactical
4.0
(1)
"I have a slick Chase tactical carrier that I like quite a bit."
#79
BAO Tactical
4.0
(1)
"BAO Tactical has a pretty solid carrier with deep pockets for them big boi lvl 4 plates."
#80
Avengers
4.0
(1)
"I used the Avengers 6D9T4A from evike. It comes with mag pouches and all that."
#81
LBX Tactical
4.0
(1)
"If you’re looking for inexpensive, has a warranty, looks good then a solid choice is a LBX Tactical 0300."
#82
Raptor Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Hit up the guys at Raptor Tactical tbh."
#83
Yakeda
4.0
(1)
"Yakeda makes a roughly $40 plate carrier that comes in most of the patterns you could want."
#84
Warrior
4.0
(1)
"I’ve worn one from my Friends for a game and they feel real tough and great in truth."
#85
Mos Tactical
4.0
(1)
"It’s expensive and really customizable but it’s worth it."
#86
Osprey
3.0
(1)
"I’d recommend either saving up, buying a surplus Osprey, or going for a chest rig instead."
#87
Kommando Store
3.0
(1)
"I like it. The new one made some improvements but imo it strays further away from the Pattern 83."
#88
BAE
3.0
(1)
"They aren't objectively the best, but they're sturdy and have room for everything you need."
#89
Demolition
2.0
(1)
"The problem with these cheap ass products... you can get a decent quality product... or you can get complete garbage that will fall apart."
#90
Marom Dolphin
1.0
(1)
"Marom Dolphin is a better product because they're actually used by real IDF, not some civilian m"
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