MRE Unboxing: XMRE 24-Hour Ration Case -- First Look

[@kiwnk]

Thanks for returning to make more of these MRE videos, I've always enjoyed how thorough you are with taking them a part but also with how you sample them in detail.

[@aaronzvz]

I got this same MRE when I ordered a single 24 hour ration from them. To be honest I was a little bit disappointed. Not in the quality of anything, everything is pretty standard issued MRE quality. But with the over all comprehensiveness of it. It just seemed to lack quite a few things that would have made it complete. Namely some sort of side to go with the entrees. The entrees are good but alone they are meh, the simple act of adding a some rice to go with it would improve it immensely. I actually took this camping and when I tried the Southwestern Beef My girlfriend had made some rice to go with what she had so I stole some and had it with it and it was perfect. Without the rice it just seems to leave you wanting more. Or even some Tortillas would work. Also on top of the lack of sides there is nothing at all for breakfast. No breakfast bar, no oatmeal, nothing. If they added a side or two and something for breakfast I would buy them again. Also mine had the older entree's as well.

[@gschultz9]

+aaronzvz Excellent points!

[@rockyraab8290]

It's actually closer to two full MREs than three. Only two entrees and a calorie count of 2500-2800. Two MREs total 2600 calories or so. For most uses, that's about enough for a day, so calling it a 24-Hour ration isn't that dishonest. I'll also vote with the folks who say the old entree dates would be a big negative for me. Thanks G-Man

[@gschultz9]

+Rocky Raab I agree with pretty much everything you said there Rocky. When looking at everything included it appears to be slightly more than you'd get in most civvie MREs, but right around what you'd get in two genuine ones. I've already filmed the two review videos (still need to be edited), and I was a bit concerned that breaking it into only two meals instead of three would make for some VERY filling meals. But in the end it pretty much felt like I had eaten a full MRE after each. It still seems like a good product overall, but maybe not a full "24-Hour" ration. Thanks Rocky.

[@kevinmoore2929]

+ Rocky Rabb it would certainly make me think about ordering their entree` case for sure. but the way these are produced, I can kind of understand. I think if worse came to worse, I'd find someone who could guarantee "fresh" entrees, get some from them and just repack it along with something for breakfast, then vacuum seal it. I was happy to see the amount of drinks it had but disappointed to see it didn't have tortillas for the southwest beans and rice. sometimes I wonder if these companies really think about how these get packed.

[@gundog4314]

They have made quite a few improvements since I reviewed the XMRE 24 Hour ration nearly 2 years ago. As for three meals, I never was issued 3 MREs for one day. We always got 2 and field stripped them to last the day since it was approximately 2,400 calories....well that along with whatever pogey bait we brought with us and the Maker's Mark miniatures I used to sneak out were a meal unto themselves and made the field experience so much more enjoyable!

[@leeannjohnson1808]

"For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know".Thank you for your service, Gundog! Signed... A grateful American, who happens to have been the recipient of a folded flag. (My father was a Navy Korean War veteran)

[@johngalt6929]

Maker's Mark = Atta Boy!

[@Sticky745]

Everything looks awesome! I noticed it doesn't include a re-sealable bag like in a FSR. Maybe they'll include it in future 24 hour rations!

[@MARKIEBANUNCE]

I have purchased 4 different case's of XMRE. Other than MINOTAUR TRADING CO & ALLMRES......I wouldn't buy anything else

[@markr4291]

Why would they be giving you almost 3yr old entrees? Are they getting surplus MRE's and just breaking them apart and creating 24hr kits?

[@gschultz9]

+Mark Ryals I'm starting to wonder about this myself. It's definitely becoming a pattern with XMRE products. I can understand them not having THE most up-to-date entrees, as they have to get them from the three companies that package genuine MREs for the government--and get to use the pick of what they have left over. but still, to buy a "fresh" MRE only to discover that your entree is two or three years ago is quite a letdown to say the least. Especially when you're paying top dollar to get those "fresh" MREs.

[@vincedibona4687]

Yup.

[@rutabagasteu]

Yeah. Don't like these due to that. I would rather get stuck with a months worth of MH. breakfasts. And I do like their breakfasts.

[@MARKIEBANUNCE]

@@rutabagasteu they last forever. Seriously. Especially if they are stored at room temperature and what not

[@SporadicallySane]

Those old ass entrees packaged into a new date coded product are a REAL turn off for me. If you were unaware and you left these for say two years in a stockpile, those entrees would be almost five years old at that point. Clearly this is a way to use their old stock and bundle it into a different product in the hopes of moving it.

[@bellaxfatal]

Nice unboxing video. Can't wait to see you make em up. The older date code on the entrees is disappointing, to say the least. Especially since these are for the everyday Joe, who might be adding these to their prep kits, stockpiles, etc.

[@Andovarius]

Thanks for the unboxing, gschultz! I do like this company. Merry Christmas to you and the girls!

[@bobbyhill1005]

Dang hurry up! Steve wouldve had that on a tray and eating already!

[@dougyuck]

do you not know this is a first look video and not a full blown review

[@marshallhippie]

Sad about the entrees, and I hope that trend breaks. Thans for the upload! Personally, it would be nice to see a couple water purification tablets in a 24 hour ration. I would definitely prefer to buy the individuals meals from this company compared to the 24 hours. Cheers!!

[@LieutenantLapdance]

I have been wanting to buy some of these, I think they would be great for day hikes or the like because they eliminate the need to boil water and all that to make some mountain house, but are lighter and more compact than military MREs.

[@Kodiak40oz]

I chuckle a little every time someone says you need 3 MREs a day but pretty much anyone who has been in the military will tell you that they rarely got 3 a day. If you're in a situation where you're living off MREs, you get sick of them quick so even if supply ever caught up with your unit (yeah right) you still probably wouldn't want to eat 3 a day you'd never drop a deuce if you did

[@blisterbill8477]

Andrew Tobias Yeah, But they were required to make sure we got them on a battalion operation or larger. I remember getting back from three or four weeks on an operation and being provided with the balance of mre’s we didn’t get in the field. It’s kinda funny when everyone in the company has to drag two or three spare cases of mre’s to the barracks and stash them under their bunks.

[@Kodiak40oz]

Also, the best way to enjoy the mre drink powders is to take a pack or two and throw it directly into the trash can.

[@Envision865]

lmaoooooooopoooo

[@AeroBourneXX]

this is the most entertaining channel

[@keithmoore7390]

is it just me or does it seem like these ration company's are hung up on lemon and lime?

[@ssm7086]

I think the Aussie 24 hour ration pack being the only true 24 hour ration pack within a crap load of DF around the world you get enough brews for the day plus a sports drink , breakfast muesli with powered milk , fruit bars for morning and afternoon tea noodles for lunch main meal for dinner plus tinned fruit also you get the Aussie veg plus assorted candies best there is within the world

[@quincy8557]

In the UK a box of these XMRE's cost £140 ($211) on Amazon and that does not include shipping. They should be around £65 (w/o shipping) I Think I will pass on trying these out

[@gschultz9]

+quincy8557 Very understandable. They're already pretty pricey, and when you consider how expensive it is to ship internationally (especially something this heavy) it probably isn't worth it for you. Hopefully you have a way of finding some UK rations, or something like that, that would be cheaper to ship!

[@quincy8557]

gschultz9 Thanks for the reply !

[@RJM1011]

+quincy8557 Go to SOF.com in Corwen you can get US Military ones from them for a better price in the UK. If you want UK Military ones they have parts of or go to Zeroone.com in Bournemouth that's where I get mine from.

[@stevesealey317]

I ate MRE's every day for 6 months when I was stationed at a site in Turkey.

[@nixxthefox]

I don't know why, but the music made me smile.

[@ti0039a340]

Her is what i found on shipping prices to Norway (europe) prices of 1 box of 4 mre's has a mailing price of 40-180$ inc tax prices of 1 pallet of mre's has a mailing price of 600-800$ inc tax price varies depending on shipping method but still expensive However a single letter based parcel of 1 mre has a price of 20$ + tax so roughly 35$

[@gschultz9]

Ouch! You'd probably be better off looking for rations from Norway and other nearby countries. And, as a bonus, if you DO find some good stuff near you for a reasonable price, there'll probably be somebody in the U.S. who'd be more than happy to make a trade with you for some U.S. MREs! Check the forums at MREInfo.com for people looking to trade.

[@goodi2shooz]

awesome unboxing, can't wait for the reviews!

[@SeftCraftVideos]

While I'm here in the Philippines, I'm gonna try some rations here before I go back to us, do you know what they are called?

[@SeftCraftVideos]

+gschultz9 oh ok thx, imma go check it out now

[@KoolBreeze420]

If the entrees were frozen right after being made then you can go by the date of when it was packed.

[@schimmmdog43]

Hey man I want to eat an MRE for the hell of and want to know where I can get a single MRE?

[@gschultz9]

+schimmmdog43 You can find auctions for single genuine MREs on eBay and Amazon. If you don't mind trying out the civilian versions, all the manufacturers sell them at their own websites. I recommend xmremeals.com and mealkitsupply.com , two companies that I have done quite a reviews of.

[@CJ_175]

I have purchased them on ebay. I had a little too much to drink one night and woke up to find an email saying I had won an ebay auction. In a panic to see what I bid on i found that it was a 5 pack of MREs for 20 bucks lol. I use to be a freight conductor so I took them on my trips. They were good!

[@gschultz9]

+Cliff C Great story! $20 for five MREs is a great price! Congratulations on getting that deal--especially while being a little tipsy! Hopefully the shipping was reasonable.

[@CJ_175]

+gschultz9 yeah shipping was under 10 bucks shipping.

[@kevinmoore2929]

sometimes you can find them at the surplus stores if you go right after the end of the FY.

[@booma2449]

I really want some of x mre's products, I feel like they would be good for airsoft games and Milsim events but I'm not old enough to have a job yet so those will have to wait :(

[@frankbates9424]

Hay Steve who has the best price for what you get?

[@antoniocastruita3729]

I think it'd be good if you did xmre 24-hour ration in the Field

[@vincedibona4687]

XMRE, the company, leaves a lot to be desired.

[@MetroDET2011]

Great videos bud, keep em comin!

[@hartmiller]

Not one bit of cheese in my XMRE from 2015. Everything else looks great. Was looking forward to the cheese though.

[@gschultz9]

+Hart Miller That's too bad. Do you know if it was supposed to come with cheese? Did it have any sort of a spread at all? I know the early ones seemed to all come with peanut butter, but I thought there was more variety by 2015.

[@hartmiller]

+gschultz9 peanut butter and grape jelly is all they have in them. Date code is 5272

[@Sticky745]

I've been wanting to get my hands on one of these...

[@willwarden2603]

My concern is in a long-term survival situation going to need more than 2500 cal a day if you’re on the run.What are the suggestions for higher caloric intake double up on the ration or is there a ration out there that really provides what you need to stay mobile.

[@gschultz9]

You know, while I really hadn't thought about it, one thought that pops into my mind is supplementing this with something like Datrex emergency food bars. These things are already pretty heavy, so it would seem hard to imagine carrying MORE weight in addition to some of these rations. Datrex, or something similar, would allow you to get a large number of extra calories in addition to all the actual food you'd be getting with a commercial 24 hour ration like these. I can't imagine trying to survive (especially in a hostile situation) on Datrex bars, but using them to supplement a more hearty ration like this would seem kind of ideal!

[@romansroad2007]

100 bucks seems fair for just in emergency or camp once in awhile maybe ?

[@Amsayy]

Excited for the reviews!

[@stevem425]

Re-packaged military mre package branded XMRE except the 2 snack items. Great video by you just looks like XMRE is a bust

[@EatsTreatsMREs]

This one popped up on my recommended to watch list. These look great, just done a quick google and I cant get them in the UK. Bummer. Still a great video though.

[@doc0374]

Have you reviewed the heater meals they were given to us in Iraq they are used by usmc

[@DreadnoughtAdventure]

Thanks for the video and I want to give a nod to the Commenters too. I've enjoyed the XMRE's I've had but I'm glad to be forewarned about some of the quirks here.

[@xZEHRBEHRx]

I wonder why they stopped putting matches in mres

[@MetroDET2011]

Why were they in there in the first place

[@gschultz9]

+xZEHRBEHRx I can only guess, but my thought is that having matches in EVERY MRE (the genuine ones) must have seemed like overkill. They're certainly an important thing to have "just in case", but a few packs should suffice. They actually do still include matches in accessory packs, just not ALL of the accessory packs anymore.

[@gschultz9]

+MetroDET2011 For people who smoke (of course there were more of them in past years than there are now), and for starting fires.

[@RJM1011]

I like XMRE's looking forward to your next video this is the first 24 hour one I have seen thank you.

[@NachoBuster390]

do you know of any MRE that contains a low amount of calories?

[@gschultz9]

+ben Thomas While MREs have never been a "health food" by any means, there have been attempts to make them a bit less unhealthy over the years. They have added a number of trans fat-free desserts and bread items and I believe that some commercial versions come with low-sodium entrees. Unfortunately I don't really think there will ever be low-calorie versions, simply because supplying lots of calories is really a core part of what MREs are designed to do. Perhaps one of the commercial companies will contract out to a producer of the foods to make a low-calorie version for them. But there would have to be a lot of interest in the idea to make it worth the extra money that it would cost to make the change.

[@NachoBuster390]

gschultz9 thanks man i just wanted to know many people must of had the same question never would hurt to ask :)

[@kendon81]

+ben Thomas i don't think so the whole point of MRE's is to get the maximum amount of calories and salt (you need to replace salt lost due to heavy exertion and due to loss through sweating and fluid loss and if you have lower GI issues) that the average adult needs while out in the field or in combat.

[@NachoBuster390]

***** yeah true

[@kendon81]

+ben Thomas ..... ^_^

[@JamesDownes]

Hay. Do you eat MREs weekly, you seem to have quite a few.

[@sir_foxheart2623]

wait is each separate packet a 24 hour ?

[@gschultz9]

+Sir_ Foxheart Yes, there were four 24 hr rations in this case. I believe that is what you were asking. Sorry for any confusion.

[@sir_foxheart2623]

NP thanks for answering : D

[@MaZEEZaM]

That dating system is odd, how do you know its not 2005, 1995 or 1985 and so on?

[@gschultz9]

I refer to that as the "Decade Dilemma". It can definitely be confusing and the problem would be eliminated if the government would switch to a five-digit date code (15001 for January 1, 2015, 05001 for January 1, 2005...). The reason they stick with the four-digit code (to the best of my knowledge) is simply because MREs aren't designed or supposed to be around for more than five years or so. While they certainly can last a LOT longer than that, the government has no interest in giving 10 year old MREs to its troops, so it doesn't see the need to worry about that particular issue. It only becomes a problem for people acquiring MREs in the secondary market (which isn't SUPPOSED to exist in the first place according to the warning on MRE outer bags), where people might not ba familiar with certain warning signs that an MRE might be presented as being "fresh" but are actually 10 or more years old. There are clues that one can use to determine which decade the date refers to (outer bag design, menu number and entree).

[@beowulfgrendel24]

Obviously you have never been in the service. 1 MRE per day and if you are lucky you might get a hot meal also. MRE is roughly 3000 calories.

[@gschultz9]

I have been in the service. If you are subsiding on MREs you would be issued three MREs per day (approximately 1,300 calories each). There has definitely NEVER been an MRE that had 3,00 calories. The purpose of MREs is to feed soldiers when "real" food can not be supplied to them (in combat situations for instance). So, you're correct in saying that you wouldn't be issued more than one MRE per day--but that's only if there is a mess hall nearby, a field kitchen that could send food via truck or some sort of UGR for your platoon. But thank you for assuming.

[@nickashwolf]

hey how much does these things costs

[@MrDeath2094]

+Nicholas Ferrer $99 USD for a case of 4

[@gschultz9]

+Nicholas Ferrer The price is mentioned in the video. They're currently $25.99 each or $99.99 for a case of four. While that's a steep price, it does include free shipping in the U.S.

[@aaaaa2098]

+gschultz9 sorry kiwi dude

[@bobbymcmillan3954]

Nice review Keep up the good work and videos

[@jerrynoneed961]

No more free shipping. Just had to pay $35 for shipping. North Carolina

[@gschultz9]

Ooh, that's not a good sign.

[@MultiMagnum62]

Very cool !! Hope to see review soon. Peace ,Magnum, John. Merry Christmas to you and yours !!

[@gschultz9]

+MultiMagnum62 Same to you Magnum!

[@supermigit999]

Well 2 MREs a day is like 2.5 thousand calories, so you probably don't need 3 a day.

[@booma2449]

how long does it take to ship?

[@gschultz9]

+Alex Bounmiswang I'm not completely sure, as this was a case sent to me for review, not something I ordered myself. I can say that it came very quickly (a few days) after they said they were shipping it out. Maybe someone who has ordered from the company will see your comment and be able to answer it.

[@TedMotcheckIII]

no matches?

[@rocistone7507]

OK, since when is four (4) Items a "case" of anything? A case (old school) is twelve (12) or more often Twenty-four (24).I'd say that four Items is closer to a "box" of something than a case. I'm not trying to be pedantic, it's just that playing fast and loose with words like this seems to be another way that retailers get away with the old "less is more" Idea so pervasive in America today. It goes along with the soda companies that try to sneak 11.5 ounces of soda into a 12 oz can, and many other instances of cutting some small corner to chisel the consumer out of more money while giving less for the same money..

[@MrKWiley918]

He said that since the 24 hour ration is in theory 3 meals worth, 4 to a case is comparable to a case of 12....

[@sharontackett1683]

Need this 24hr ration case!!!!!

[@geegnosis8888]

Not really worth it in my opinion in terms of both content and price. European 24hr rations hold a greater variety all round and are cheaper in comparison (not incl. shipping to US).

[@johndillinger9789]

They gave him some old entrees...lol...ill pass on these...

[@MaZEEZaM]

@Charix And, would you trust that?

[@frankbates9424]

I remember we got most single mares had 3000 to 4500 calories I guess there all gone

[@nickashwolf]

ok thanks man keep up the vids you and kiwi dude

[@Denver1976Man]

184 dollars for 6 is stupid high. That is 30.66 each!

[@chrissobbel1]

if you have 100 bucks you dont buy this, you buy food for the week, mre's are supossed to be practical, efficient and cheap if necessary, there is not enough food in their 24 pack (at least not for me), they need to lower the price to be competitive, for that matter just get the standar mre is way better and cheaper.

[@user-eb3sg2ux7y]

That box was already open. Unboxed box huh

[@FayeMorgana]

where's breakfast?

[@williamkechkaylo7915]

what the heck dude? get on with it all ready gezzzzzzzzzzzzz snore,snore snore

[@joeblow502]

pawning off 3 year old meals on consumers, nice job xmre... if i wanted to get ripped off i would expect this from ebay sellers but not the company itself... very sketchy move from xmre i would never buy from them... thanks for exposing them

[@ColdCoorsBanquet]

Great video

[@johngalt6929]

Old component dates. Stay away IMO.

[@lukewarm1740]

No side dishes for this money is a no go in my book. Real US gov MRE's cost $50 to $65 per 12 meal case on Craigslist in commie town California and of course come with sides. Is it possible they fell off a truck or something? Don't ask, just enjoy that unlawful for commercial sale goodness.

[@deovercorpuz9636]

good day sir can i buy you one of your xmre can i buy that? email if you want

[@JC907AK]

These would great if they were not so expensive,$100 for 4 is pretty steep. I love the concept, but that's not much food of you on the go hiking, E&E, only being static or just to "get by." Drop the price, add more good food, not shakes and deserts and I'm in. Thanks for the always awesome reviews!!

[@JC907AK]

Dang can't edit , meant to say: that's not much food if you're on the move , hiking, E&E, etc. Otherwise gonna be losing lots of weight over time.

[@gschultz9]

Very good points.

[@JesusisJesus]

Based on the price, I figure that an MRE is produced for about $3ea. This pack contains essentially 2x MRE's, so $6 Someone acquired them ex military and sold them to XMRE for $12 XMRE repack them and retail for 100% margin at ~$24 a pack.

[@para-motard1414]

John Cross $100 for 4 cases; thats 16 24 hour meals

[@JesusisJesus]

You and I are not looking at the same thing dude. Could you post a link to the page you're looking at?

[@Wcast-zn8tt]

yes you made more vids thanks man

[@gschultz9]

+Wcast 12345 You're very welcome Wcast! I'm doing my best to get back into it.

[@pauljohansson7697]

Hurry up and open it

[@scottsinclair366]

2 YESTERDAY mrre WERE FINE, PLUS TABASCO SAUCE.

[@hokplaysmc3279]

I found a guy on Craigslist who had 2017 cases for sale I don't know how but check him out he has good deals we got 2 cases for 60 bucks 1 was a 2013 case and the other one 2017 cheers tho :D

[@lesjohnson9740]

Pity they can't spell (calorific), Dude.

[@checkmaster1965]

im sorry brother but what is your point here?

[@gschultz9]

It's a case of 24-Hour rations from XMRE. Pretty much the point. I think the title mentioned that.

[@checkmaster1965]

my bad brother i did not read it sorry

[@alwayscrispy666]

hi

[@alwayscrispy666]

love your videos man.

[@deanlewis66]

Certainly not diabetic friendly

[@kimberlythomas4511]

my birthday

[@АндрейШмырев-х8н]

Дизлайк !!! Честный обзор подразумевает не только распаковку ,но и дегустацию содержимого!!!!

[@jeffreyvanderhorst223]

good for

[@sarkybugger5009]

Offer that to a British squaddie and he'd laugh at you. Breakfast? Snacks? Sweets? Chocolate? Toilet paper? :o( Lame ration.

[@grenmoyo3968]

so i was always wondering why, when the US government came out and said trans fats are bad for you in any amounts, why they continued to put them down the throats of our service men and women.....

[@TobyTyler06]

MREs are definitely not a healthy diet alternative. High in calories, protein, but also sugar, salt and trans fats. Lacking in almost everything else. MREs are simply re-packaged mass produced commercially available food products that are cheap and easy to produce. In the end I think all the powers that be care about is that the Servicemen/women are being fed and not dying from starvation in deployed locations. If that means PFC Snuffy has to live off of cheez wiz, and skittles, so be it. Until a healthier option can be developed or until someone makes it a problem, no one important enough to make a difference cares.

[@007more7]

Fast forward 13 10

[@Scary.YT.000]

One dislike for his talking

[@hopatease1]

one coffee and no tea ? I guess they are not making them for men any more ! they don't look like any thing id want . : (

[@leighrate]

Brew kit is crap.

[@LogitechXibanga]

can you please stop draging the boxes on the wood it makes a cringe noise!

[@gschultz9]

Really? I hadn't noticed that. Sorry about that.

[@enragedtomato31]

52th

[@texicane1]

To much for me. $$$$ that is.

[@JimmyCubanoVOD]

first

[@ethanchua6279]

First

[@michaelnance5704]

omg you talk and talk, for more of the video, do you ever actually show what is in them, maybe in the last 2 minutes. I wanted to see the ration but into this at the 8 minute mark out of 13 and nothing but bs so far

[@gschultz9]

Sorry you didn't realize this was an unboxing video and not a review. I thought mentioning that in the title would make it clear. I DO have a couple hundred videos where I DO review rations. Sorry you missed all of them.

[@larryellis7834]

Stop. Talking. To. Much. Just. Open. It.

[@deovercorpuz9636]

good day sir ca n i buy you one of your xmre can i buy that? email if you want