Best Minimalist EDC Wallets (Everyday Carry) | Bellroy, NOMATIC, & More

Whether you like to carry cards, cash, or both, here are 10 minimalist EDC wallets for you. View these and more travel gear reviews on our website 👉 packhacker.com/travel-gear/
0:00 - Intro
0:34 - NOMATIC Wallet: packhacker.com/travel-gear/no...
1:32 - Trayvax Original 2.0: packhacker.com/travel-gear/tr...
2:58 - Fjallraven Kanken Card Wallet: packhacker.com/travel-gear/fj...
3:54 - Secrid Cardprotector: packhacker.com/travel-gear/se...
4:44 - PopSockets PopWallet+ for MagSafe: packhacker.com/travel-gear/po...
5:36 - TOM BIHN Nik’s Minimalist Wallet: packhacker.com/travel-gear/to...
6:32 - RE:FORM RE:01 (Coin Sleeve): packhacker.com/travel-gear/re...
7:22 - Bellroy Card Pocket: packhacker.com/travel-gear/be...
8:12 - Pioneer Altitude Billfold Wallet: packhacker.com/travel-gear/pi...
9:08 - Chums Surfshorts Wallet: packhacker.com/travel-gear/ch...
In this video, we cover minimalist wallets that are great for both everyday carry and months of travel. From durable metal wallets to those that snap onto your phone, we've got something to meet your needs. With slim wallet options from Bellroy, TOM BIHN, Trayvax, and more, you'll find a minimalist EDC wallet to help you travel through the day.
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[@laurenmaternowski]

What minimalist wallet do you use every day? 💰✈💵

[@shooter1536]

My pocket

[@iferjackson]

I use the Freitag Secrid collab wallet and it's my absolute FAVE! It has ruined all other wallets for me.

[@ders17]

I use the Bryker Hyde minimalist. I like the exterior access pocket for quick access to work ID to open doors or other cards like transit card. It has a removable money clip and an internal ID window. No coin holder though.

[@karan.b]

SlimFold

[@corentinleberre5729]

The secrid mini wallet, got it since 2017, still working perfectly and that patina 😍

[@Dracomies]

Tried so many wallets but still back to the good old Chums. It's so simple in design but so perfect. Everything is secure in the zipper. There's also a window for my license. And plenty of space for cards. But when it's not filled up, it's super minimalist. You can practically crinkle the wallet into a ball if there's nothing in it, super portable and minimalist. When traveling and I have large currency bills, then I'll use the SlimFold MICRO Minimalist .

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing 😃 -Eric

[@mortiz9004]

Chums surfshot! Been my EDC for about 3 years now. It carries my ID, insurance cards, 2-3 credit cards I actually use, some cash, a quarter for when I go to Aldi's, a fisher space bullet pen and extra small notebook. I love that thing and recommend it highly.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@diannehortonpong1388]

I have 3 and they are the bomb! I can fit up to ten cards (including insurance, grocery, etc.) The whole chums line makes it easy to have a minimalist EDC!

[@robotbees9149]

On month 8 of extended travel and the Chums Surfshorts wallet was exactly what I needed. Perfect for coins + airbnb keys but bill folding is still an unfortunate reality. The internal divider in the primary pocket lets me keep subway tickets / immediate needs separated from emergency cards. Was dubious of the low price and questionable style but it's my utility dream. So glad this one showed up in the vid!

[@PackHacker]

Glad it's working well for you! Our full review should be out later this month 😁 - Austin

[@cybernate9093]

It’s really nice having a channel like this. Mostly when i look for videos of mondaim Stuff like those it’s often just a auto voice that just read up from a website peg.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the support! Do you have a favorite minimalist wallet? - Austin

[@MrTT472]

I use the ALPAKA Zip Pouch, great EDC wallet, small, versatile with RFID protection, been using it for over 6 months and love it.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing 😀 -Eric

[@axeljavier0704]

The Chums one would be my go to since I use cash and coins more than I do cards. When I need to charge to make a payment or purchase, then I use my smartphone since I usually have the bank's app installed.

[@DeKubus]

Sporting the i-Clip Radio Impact Stainless Steel for a year now. Best wallet I ever had: space for 10 cards, a clip for cash and an AirTag pocket, all with a form factor barely larger than the credit cards themselves (apart from the thickness, obviously). The only downside is that the steel version scratches easily.

[@nicktamin]

After several minimalistic wallets I finally landed on the Tatonka Card Holder RFID B. As minimalistic as it gets, the RFID blocking actually works 100% of the time and its dirt cheap! If mine breaks, another one will hold up for several years as well. 10/10

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@plentyobass]

I have been using the Bellroy card pocket for a few years, now. After trying both ways, I find that folding the bills into thirds is MUCH thinner than folding the bills into quarters. Every time PH shows this wallet, you guys always show it with the cards crammed into the cash pocket, with the cash in the open middle. On the Bellroy site, it seems that it is designed to be used the other way around, with the cash in the small pocket, and the cards in the middle. I've tried both ways, and cards in the middle allows much easier access. Plus, an emergency hundo, again folded in thirds, stashes nice in the hidden coin pocket.

[@OreoFromYesterday]

That’s cool I guess. I have just been wrapping my cards in a rubber band. The most lightweight and minimalist it gets :)

[@kwanweihoong]

Been using my distil union mod wallet for a while and absolutely love it coz it's modular.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Joe! 😃 -Eric

[@petedoyle]

Just got it, but I landed on a Kingsloot Hybrid wallet. I was using a NOMATIC-like elastic wallet, which I loved for years, but a recent trip made me want something that made cash easier to deal with. It's smaller than you might think (~30% larger than my elastic wallet), but it lies much flatter and has a much smaller volume than any leather wallet I've ever seen. I think I like it.

[@PackHacker]

Looks cool-thanks for sharing, Pete! - Austin

[@lunchtime2960]

I have been traveling with the chums surf shorts wallet for 5 months plus used it at home for 5 months before leaving. Over all I like it, however zipper wallets are a bit feminine but I don't mind and it is only big enough for some bills. It fits usd and inr folded in half. It fits about 17 bills one side and 5 cards on the other. In the slip that also has the key ring coming out is where I put my really small bills. 5,10,20,50 inr notes. Folded on 3rds so in addition to what I mentioned above it also holds 15 bills and it has a key ring. For 15$ it's been a great choice.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your detailed insights 😃 We love hearing how folks use gear! -Eric

[@Pearceptive]

I kick about with the Kanken Card Wallet and it’s been really good! Sometimes it’s a wee bit awkward to use when there’s coins or the notes or in the way but it’s good to keep things more secure! If anyone has any questions feel free to ask!

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing 😃 -Eric

[@alexrizo605]

I carry the now discontinued RAW wallet in black. But, Amazon sells a clone model named Infinity Wallet. It's an elastic style sleeve that fits about 6-8 cards and can hold folded bills sandwiched in-between. I've had it for about 4.5 years. I love it!

[@sa-cd1fx]

U mean arw?

[@alexrizo605]

No, RAW is the brand. It's discontinued.

[@palmtreeshenanigans]

Got a minimalist wallet that is perfect for me, it has space for about 6 cards i only need space for 3 and a solid plastic side area for my drivers licence, simple push and the cards pop up. Also has a clasp for money , well not over 5 or so notes as it is rather stiff to pull the band which is good as it holds the note in place, metal frame makes it sturdy and is the first wallet i have had that has been partially made from metal, i love it and believe it is the perfect size, only a few mm bigger than a credit card. I paid £4.99 with one day delivery so it was a test really to see if i could get used to a minimalist wallet, most of which have space for 12 card, as a minimalist wallet i could do with it only having space for 4 cars max and one or two of those cardholders to be windows one on each side, not the cheap thin plastic paper but solid plexiglass. I am sure someone will come out with something like that as a real minimalist wallet, just to find it.

[@ben9and1-3rd]

I carry a wallet I recently made with elastic for 6 cards and cash since nothing I saw was catching my eye. 👍🍻

[@asianrice02]

Currently using flipside wallet. Card is protected by RFID. It is a hard wallet with durable plastic that encases the whole thing.

[@kotadawndragon]

A wallet I swear by is the Taxicat wallet from Big Skinny Wallets. It's not quite as minimal as the ones you presented in the video, but I can easily carry it in either my pocket or purse. It can hold several cards and opens like a billfold to hold cash. It also includes a zip pocket in back for coins or small items. The nylon version comes in lots of colors and prints. The leather version comes in a few colors as well.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the shout, Kota! I’ll pass it along 😃 -Eric

[@jaffe]

I am continually surprised that the Crabby Wallet doesn't make it on these lists. Best minimalist wallet I have every used, and inexepensive.

[@PackHacker]

We haven't tried it out yet, but I've added it to the list for content consideration-thanks! - Austin

[@beccajanestclair]

I prefer using a wallet on a string that can also hold my passports (I'm dual) and an emergency inhaler. I use a small Baggallni bag that can be worn with a cross body strap or a wrist strap. It tucks easily into my backpack, but I've never had any issues with it. It also has multiple pockets so I can keep currency separated by country and it has enough room for my keys. During Lockdown when no one was using cash, I used a simple ID holder on a lanyard with my ID, debit card, credit card, and a few local store cards (since I wasn't travelling!) The ID holder lanyard combo was great as I had a long lanyard to fish out of my bag and if I wanted, I could wear it around my neck.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Rebecca! - Austin

[@sergiosala]

Great suggestions! I'm still searching for my go-to wallet. Tried Nomatic, and Tom Bihn but not convinced fully. Tried magsafe wallet but too small. I think I need a zipped one when traveling as I use cash in some countries. So I wanted the Bellroy Zip but without leather.. possibly Chums might be my option.

[@PackHacker]

You’ll have to let us know what you end up going with! I dig the Chums Wallet, but I understand it isn’t for everyone. -Eric

[@lightinthedark_]

Groove Wallet is similar to Secrid but with a better mechanism. Decadent Minimalist is great too. If you have a lot of cash, the DM money clip can hold a lot.

[@whatsup24_7]

The Groove is made in China and is 💩. Pularys is better quality, much lower in price and made in Poland. Another better alternative to the Groove at half the price is the Ögon slider.

[@evasossnitza]

I use the Mammut Smart Wallet Ultralight. it is super small, only weights 14 gr and has space for coins. I have for years now, it is made from durable tech fabric.

[@PackHacker]

Glad that's working well for you, Eva! - Austin

[@TJZTechShow]

Love my Bellroy Card Pocket. Super small but I can stuff a bunch of stuff in there if need be

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing! 😃 -Eric

[@twistedxvengeance]

I just found a hobo brand card wallet with a zipper in it for coins, its perfect!

[@PackHacker]

Nice!

[@seyyahhan99]

Hello, I saw Istanbul Bus, Metro Card when introducing the card holder, minimalist wallet. So, the guy who introducing it was in Istanbul as a tourist.

[@jayp9158]

I chose the Chums Surfshorts Wallet because it is the most practical option, and as a man, I dislike items that resemble purses or pouches

[@veiledrecalcitrance4314]

I’m using the Bellroy card pocket as we speak since Quicksilver stopped making its zippered wallet that was similar to this bellroy one. Bellroys was fine for about 6 months and now the zipper isn’t working right, it keeps separating when you try to zip it closed. I sent multiple emails back and forth asking what to do about it, but they wanted so much information (order number, where I bought it etc etc etc) I went looking for another way to fix the problem on my own, I figured they’d just send me a new one, but nope. ended up using graphite to make it work better, but it still happens all the time, so everytime I open the thing, I have to zip it and unzip it multiple times to get it to close properly. Really wish quicksilver still made that wallet because I don’t think, based on their customer service, I’ll be buying from them again.

[@yaboi6643]

I've been using the slimfold micro wallet for 7 years and whatever tech fabric they use is amazing. It's been through scrapes and scratches and even dredged from a river. I had a hard time moving away from the classic wallet style, and thankfully this one has a bill section and space for cards. only downside is that euros poke out and having too many singles can make it kinda fat.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙

[@3moirai]

I've been curious about Ekster wallets. They seem similar to Secrid wallets.

[@3moirai]

I love my Secrid wallet, but I have the full wallet instead of just the card sleeve. That gives me the option for some paper bill storage and room for an additional 4 credit cards. I'm surprised that wasn't the Secrid to demonstrate in your review.

[@swissoricantcg]

Same. I’ve had mine for 7 years and counting now!

[@ZZ_Szabo]

@@swissoricantcg @3moirai Another one. Double unit with the leather wrap around. I picked mine up at at outdoor/travel store back in 2007. Lever still works fine, no sign of breaking.

[@radamspse]

My vote would go to the Cambie Wolyt....it has everything, quick access pockets, sim pocket, pullout card slot, coin ot key stash and bill area where you dont have to fold bills! and as a bonus made with prenium materials at a realiatic price!

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Robert! I’ll pass it along 😃 -Eric

[@rakeshsimpson]

Muji slim travel wallet is great if you want a thin wallet - that can still handle coins, multiple currencies and some cards.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Mohit! - Austin

[@whatsup24_7]

My favorite minimalist brands are Pularys and The Lost Dutchman. Built with quality and not made in China.

[@jbstuff]

How many cards will the Tom Bihn one fit?

[@patrick_gingras]

For those who like dyneema I recommend Hawbuck’s wallets

[@fitzjount]

Herschel Charlie. Case closed.

[@SpcmnSpf22]

I'm on my second SlimFold Nano. Nothing is more minimal. I only got a second one because they had a new colorway too, they last forever.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing, Corey! 😃 -Eric

[@GoonSmith007]

I've had the slimfold Micro for 3 years (The original black and green!). Tyvek wasn't as durable but the soft shell is still going strong.

[@adrianmiller3217]

I know you can cover all minimalist wallets. But Ive been using the Ridge wallet. Would love what you guys think of the Ridge wallet.

[@PackHacker]

Here’s our review of the Ridge Wallet (Titanium) packhacker.com/travel-gear/the-ridge/wallet-titanium/ -Eric

[@jbstuff]

Recycled firefighter Seargant. Front pocket and as minimal as you can get.

[@frogturtle]

Surprised I don’t see more people talking about the Lewis N Clark zip wallet. Clips on your belt so you can carry it inside the waistband. Frees up a pocket and much better security imo

[@Nofkuyoutube]

Hawbuck Dyneema is thinnest and lightest while being most durable

[@joaquinfrausto855]

Great video! But missing links. If you can add them would be awesome!! Thanks!

[@PackHacker]

Hey Joaquín! The links to the product pages on our site can be found in the description 🙂 - Austin

[@justwatching5666]

Can you all take a look at the Private Label Bag 2.0? I'm curious and there's no videos on it. Cheers.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion; I’ll pass it along! -Eric

[@thewitchef]

I used to have a bulky wallet until I tried Vera Bradley's RFID wallet. I'm surprised it wasn't listed here, it's a great option. There's also a non-RFID version which is cheaper and even more minimalist, but I like the added security and having a dedicated space for my cards.

[@basementvibe2441]

Lmao my friend and I use chums wallets. It was a pure coincidence but we both pulled out or wallets and he has the brown one while I have the black colorway

[@PackHacker]

You both have great taste 😉 -Eric

[@KansaSCaymanS]

Traded my Ridge wallet for a Bellroy card sleeve and won’t be going back. It has nearly the same capacity as the Bellroy card pocket, and is even slimmer.

[@PackHacker]

Nice! The slimmer wallets are especially nice when you carry them in your pants pocket. - Austin

[@Jesus.X]

The wallet with the built in bottle opener was silly.everything has a bottle opener in it now.

[@dcm703]

Have carried TGT for years, too bad you guys didn’t check them out.

[@PackHacker]

There’s always next time! 😃 -Eric

[@letunglong8666]

Is that vietnamese money?? 😊

[@norinechang2564]

Binder clip?

[@PackHacker]

A good option, especially if something happens to your wallet while traveling! -Eric

[@larsthorwald3338]

They're different, sure, but I don't see anything that actually improves on the standard billfold. ...solutions in search of a problem.

[@chaskinsnc]

Magbak Wallet on my Iphone 13

[@PackHacker]

What’s your favorite thing about that model? 🧐 -Eric

[@JustJessee]

Would love that Bellroy wallet...if it wasn't leather. :-/

[@user-zy4cq6vo3q]

Nobody considers laminated cards. I've bought 2 different wallets recently and neither fits laminated cards. Most of the wallets in this video likely won't handle laminated cards. Wish you'd show that.

[@mohammadmoayyadsiddiqui7951]

1 st

[@OreoDave]

Grip6? No?

[@PackHacker]

That's a solid option as well! - Austin

[@dcm703]

Disappointed not to see TGT here at all.

[@fallinginthed33p]

A paperclip

[@PackHacker]

Old school - nice! 😎

[@alantse7464]

Best EDC wallets and no Dango A10 bifold? Tsk tsk.

[@Taha-ow5qe]

Kendi kendime şu akbilden bi kurtulsam derken kadın akbil çıkarttı aq.

[@amandant]

First wallet realy too shitty. Second one handle it better

[@assistanttrailerparksuperv6839]

What happened to Pack Hacker? The videos used to be so good! Now it’s all advertising for their paid “pro” subscription 😞

[@pdt1060]

A 20-30 second promo in a 10 minute video? I’d much rather hear that than some sponsor ad read for a VPN or a meal delivery service.

[@spacemaster13]

There’s only so many pack hacks in the world. They gotta branch out

[@andyibanezk]

… It literally lasts less than 10 seconds. Y’all can be extremely over dramatic.

[@bkcbastard]

Cry more fatty

[@jgaldos123]

10 seconds someone will Never get back…. Tells ya a little something about their personal lives lol

[@iswish_41]

These people call themselves “minimalists” and their carbon footprint is 20x mine.