{"id":12245,"date":"2023-06-16T08:52:49","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T12:52:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/?p=12245"},"modified":"2025-11-06T21:36:41","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T02:36:41","slug":"pepper-spray","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Pepper Sprays | Tested &amp; Reviewed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"main\">There are a lot of non-lethal options for defending yourself, but few as lightweight and effective as pepper spray. It comes in various sizes, mixtures, and strengths, all tuned to get one job done: disable a person (or animal) with a burning stream. The best pepper spray will do this every time, not just 70% of the time, since we found that low-quality brands showed degradation in a recent study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are plenty of brands of pepper spray to pick from. This is where we come in. We\u2019ve researched the best pepper sprays, put them to the test, and now the results are in: the overall best, an upgrade option, and a canine option. If you want to disable an attacker without lethal force, one of our picks will be a trusted tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Contents (Jump to a Section)<\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#best-pepper-spray\">Best Pepper Spray<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#hottest-pepper-spray\">Hottest Pepper Spray<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#best-edc-pepper-spray\">Best EDC Pepper Spray<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#best-cone-pepper-spray\">Best Cone Pepper Spray<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#comparison-table\">Comparison Table<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#how-i-tested\">How I Tested<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#why-trust-trueprepper\">Why Trust TruePrepper<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#analysis-test-results\">Analysis &amp; Test Results<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#what-is-the-best-value\">What is the Best Value?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#content-mixture\">Content Mixture<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#range\">Range<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#bursts\">Bursts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#size-weight\">Size &amp; Weight<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#is-pepper-spray-legal-in-the-us\">Is Pepper Spray Legal in the US?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#who-needs-pepper-spray\">Who Needs Pepper Spray?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#sources-references\">Sources &amp; References<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/pepper-spray\/#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>In this latest update of the\u00a0<strong>best pepper spray<\/strong>, additional pictures have been added, and new selections have been made. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/about\/disclosure\/\">Disclosure\u00bb<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-crossfire-pepper-gel.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;quality=80&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sabre Crossfire Pepper Gel on a measuring board.\" class=\"wp-image-42571\" title=\"Sabre 3-in-1 Pepper Spray\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-crossfire-pepper-gel.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-crossfire-pepper-gel.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-crossfire-pepper-gel.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-crossfire-pepper-gel.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-crossfire-pepper-gel.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dependable spray at a good price. <em>(Credit: Sean Gold)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"best-pepper-spray\">Best Pepper Spray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"sabre-crossfire-gel\" style=\"color:#0080ff\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oPYI9C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sabre Crossfire Gel<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Powerful, Proven, and Effective<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Consistent quality in a small canister to effectively disable attackers at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oPYI9C\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$15* at Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*Price at time of publishing; check for price changes or sales.<\/em> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\">Also available to buy at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/6bXNmbu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Walmart<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sabre is a well-known brand that has been supplying pepper spray since 1975 to police and everyday folks. They are ISO:9001 certified, meaning that their products meet stringent manufacturing requirements, guaranteeing their quality. We talk a little bit about why quality is so important below in our\u00a0Analysis &amp; Test Results\u00a0section, but variability is not great for the shelf life of the spray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spray Contents<\/strong>: Pepper spray, CS tear gas, UV dye mixture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volume<\/strong>: 1.5 fl oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heat Rating<\/strong>: 2 SCO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1-Second Bursts<\/strong>: 25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Range<\/strong>: 20 feet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Size<\/strong>: 4.5&#8243; H x 1.25&#8243; W x 1.5&#8243; D<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 3.1 ounces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With reliable quality at an affordable price, it&#8217;s easy to see why the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oPYI9C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sabre Red Crossfire Pepper Gel<\/a><\/strong> is the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/byrna-bgr-bad-guy-repellent-spray.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;quality=80&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Byrna BGR Max canister on a measuring board.\" class=\"wp-image-42562\" title=\"Mace Tripe-Action Police Pepper Spray\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/byrna-bgr-bad-guy-repellent-spray.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/byrna-bgr-bad-guy-repellent-spray.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/byrna-bgr-bad-guy-repellent-spray.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/byrna-bgr-bad-guy-repellent-spray.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/byrna-bgr-bad-guy-repellent-spray.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Intense heat in a small canister. <em>(Credit: Sean Gold)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"hottest-pepper-spray\">Hottest Pepper Spray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color\" id=\"byrna-bgr-max\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3WDbIDD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Byrna BGR MAX<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Intensely Hot, Long-Range, and Compact<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Trusted by LEOs, this spray disables and marks anyone getting out of hand quickly and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3WDbIDD\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$20* at Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*Price at time of publishing; check for price changes or sales.<\/em> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Byrna Bad Guy Repellent has tear gas, UV dye, and the hottest pepper spray available blended together in a stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spray Contents<\/strong>: Pepper spray, CS tear gas, UV dye mixture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volume<\/strong>: 2 fl oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heat Rating<\/strong>: 5.3M SHU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1-Second Bursts<\/strong>: 25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Range<\/strong>: 20 feet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Size<\/strong>: 4.5&#8243; H x 1.25&#8243; W x 1.5&#8243; D<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 3.1 ounces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything about this pepper spray is at the maximum level, including the pepper heat. At 5,300,000 Scoville Heat Units, it&#8217;s about the same as spraying something three times hotter than a Carolina Reaper in the eyes. It also maxes out the OC at 10% and MC at 1.4% to put the pain at the highest allowable level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are looking for the hottest pepper spray,\u00a0the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3WDbIDD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Byrna BGR MAX Pepper Spray<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0brings the pain with the highest Scoville rating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-3-in-1-keychain.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;quality=80&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sabre 3-in-1 keychain pepper spray on a measuring board.\" class=\"wp-image-42560\" title=\"Sabre Dog Pepper Spray\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-3-in-1-keychain.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-3-in-1-keychain.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-3-in-1-keychain.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-3-in-1-keychain.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sabre-3-in-1-keychain.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Highly portable and ergonomic. <em>(Credit: Sean Gold)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"best-edc-pepper-spray\">Best EDC Pepper Spray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"sabre-keychain\" style=\"color:#0080ff\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oQKlSl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sabre Keychain<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Lightweight, Proven, and Effective<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Consistent quality in a small, lightweight canister to effectively disable attackers at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oQKlSl\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$10* at Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*Price at time of publishing; check for price changes or sales.<\/em> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\">Also available to buy at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/cb5yI02\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Walmart<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sabre&#8217;s keychain model is the best-selling pepper spray, by far. It&#8217;s small, convenient, and effective, making it a smart choice for anyone on the go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spray Contents<\/strong>: Pepper spray, CS tear gas, UV dye mixture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volume<\/strong>: 0.54 fl oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heat Rating<\/strong>: 2 SHU<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Half-Second Bursts<\/strong>: 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Range<\/strong>: 10 feet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Size<\/strong>: 4.5&#8243; H x 1.25&#8243; W x 1.5&#8243; D<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 1.6 ounces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ergonomic grip comes in over six colors, so you can decide to make it blend in or stand out. It also comes with a quick disconnect keychain attachment, so you can leave it dangling from a purse or bag but quickly remove it when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Twist the safety lock, point, and spray when you need to buy yourself some time. It has a 10-second continuous spray, which you can control burst in about 20 sprays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SABRE-3-1-Pepper-Spray\/dp\/B005CMZYQQ?crid=2AMEPKCE5B6NM&amp;keywords=sabre+3+in+1+pepper+spray&amp;qid=1685975137&amp;sprefix=sabre+3+i%2Caps%2C606&amp;sr=8-9&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=review064a-20&amp;linkId=257177bbab3408403eded62df587b050&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sabre Keychain Pepper Spray<\/a><\/strong> puts reliable pepper spray on a convenient keychain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Best-Pepper-Spray-for-Self-Defense-1.jpg?fit=1200%2C675&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sean holding a pepper spray canister with gloves on in front of cinder block wall.\" class=\"wp-image-23677\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Best-Pepper-Spray-for-Self-Defense-1.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Best-Pepper-Spray-for-Self-Defense-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Best-Pepper-Spray-for-Self-Defense-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Best-Pepper-Spray-for-Self-Defense-1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Easy to grip, aim, and fire. <em>(Credit: Sean Gold)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-metro-defender-d2.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;quality=80&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"ASP Metro Defender D2 pepper spray on a measuring board.\" class=\"wp-image-42558\" title=\"Sabre Dog Pepper Spray\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-metro-defender-d2.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-metro-defender-d2.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-metro-defender-d2.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-metro-defender-d2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-metro-defender-d2.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A trusted tactical self-defense tool. <em>(Credit: Sean Gold)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"best-cone-pepper-spray\">Best Cone Pepper Spray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"asp-metro-defender-d2\" style=\"color:#0080ff\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/6132n48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ASP Metro Defender D2<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Wide Spray, Ergonomic, and Portable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Spray a wide cone at attackers with this high-quality kuboton-style defense tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/6132n48\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$41* at ASP<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>*Price at time of publishing; check for price changes or sales.<\/em> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\">Also available to buy at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3LiNL23\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Amazon<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) developed this tool for off-duty law enforcement officers, and it was an instant hit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spray Contents<\/strong>: Pepper spray, CS tear gas, UV dye mixture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Volume<\/strong>: 0.15 fl oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Heat Rating<\/strong>: 2 SCO<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Half-Second Bursts<\/strong>: 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Range<\/strong>: 5 feet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Size<\/strong>: 4.5&#8243; H x 1.25&#8243; W x 1.5&#8243; D<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weight<\/strong>: 2.3 ounces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I can verify that the hype is real- positioning the pepper spray in a kuboton-style canister is smart design. Holding it with the bottom of your fist pointed at attackers is a natural defense stance, making it ideal for close-quarters and multiple attacker situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The spray doesn&#8217;t have much distance- its cone nozzle performs closer to a fogger than a stream spray. This is by design, though, since it blankets everything in front of you with a max-strength OC and MC mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With reliable quality at an affordable price, it&#8217;s easy to see why the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/6132n48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ASP Metro Defender D2 Pepper Spray<\/a><\/strong> is the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comparison-table\">Comparison Table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Pepper Spray<\/th><th>Recommendation<\/th><th>Price*<\/th><th>Range<\/th><th>Weight<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sabre Crossfire<\/strong><\/td><td>Best Overall<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oPYI9C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$15<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>20 ft<\/td><td>2.8 oz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Byrna BGR Max<\/strong><\/td><td>Hottest Spray<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3WDbIDD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$20<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>20 ft<\/td><td>3.1 oz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sabre Keychain<\/strong><\/td><td>Best for EDC<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4oQKlSl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$10<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>12 ft<\/td><td>1.6 oz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>ASP Metro Defender D2<\/strong><\/td><td>Best for Multiple Attackers<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alnk.to\/6132n48\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$41<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>5 ft<\/td><td>2.3 oz<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>*Price at the time of the latest update.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-i-tested\">How I Tested<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pepper spray is meant to be sprayed, so practical testing involved suiting up in some PPE and spraying them to see their spray pattern, range, and burst count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how I tested for this review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance Spray<\/strong>: To check the practical effective range of the sprays, I set up a silhouette target and attempted to hit it with very small bursts to preserve the maximum range of each spray. I started at 20 feet away and walked forward until the target was visibly hit, noting the distance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ergonomics<\/strong>: The ergonomics and canister design helped my grip, aim, and prevented misfires when dropped, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measurement:<\/strong> I measured the canisters on a measuring board and used a digital scale to compare against the manufacturing specs. My measurements are listed as there were a few differences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Disassembly<\/strong>: I took apart the pepper spray canisters and inspected them using my industrial engineering experience. I looked for manufacturing defects, design flaws, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I also collated the manufacturing data into a table for comparison across the different brands and models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;m always looking for new and better gear, so if you have a pepper spray that you swear by, let us know in the comments. We review most of our tested gear annually so we can try to get it in the next roundup and see if it will beat out our top picks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-trust-trueprepper\">Why Trust TruePrepper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pepper spray is one of the most compact, effective, and affordable non-lethal weapons that give you a great self-defense option in a wide range of situations. Because they are used for self-defense, their performance and reliability are important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;m <a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/about\/#sean-gold\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sean Gold<\/span><\/a>, and I&#8217;ve been reviewing pepper spray for several years now. As a manufacturing engineer and military veteran, I have a unique background to approach the comparison, review, and testing of pepper sprays from a broad perspective. As the head of my household, I also appreciate how they are tools you may need to rely on to protect your loved ones- meaning they need to be reliable and perform above expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why I don&#8217;t stop at the surface and dive deeper for this review. I examine how the nozzles affect their spray pattern and break them down to see how the canisters work. I also collate the manufacturing specs and compare them to the exact measurements from my equipment. This broad but thorough approach helps me give the most informed review of pepper sprays you&#8217;ll find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"analysis-test-results\">Analysis &amp; Test Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best pepper sprays have several important features to look for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Value<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Content Mixture<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Range<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bursts<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong>Size &amp; Weight<\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you get the right blend of these, you can find a spray that you can rely on to disable an attacker. Below, we break down what each of these features means for the pepper sprays that truly set themselves apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-best-value\">What is the Best Value?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount of money you spend on something like pepper spray shouldn\u2019t blow out your entire budget. It would be hard to do since pepper spray isn\u2019t expensive, but you still want the best bang for your buck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You never want to spend too much money on one thing when it comes to self-defense and security. It\u2019s better to diversify your spending and budget to make sure you are protected in a wide range of scenarios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"content-mixture\">Content Mixture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most pepper sprays are pressurized chemicals, but the specific chemicals used and proportions can vary. The most common ingredients include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Oleoresin Capsicum (OC)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Capsicum&nbsp;is derived from peppers, ground up, and suspended in liquid to be able to spray. This is the literal \u2018pepper spray\u2019 ingredient.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phenacyl Chloride (CN)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 The original Mace formula, this is an aerosolized tear gas. Considered a riot control agent, this is no longer used alone for concerns of toxicity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2-Chlorobenzalmalononitrile (CS)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 An \u2018upgrade\u2019 from the older CN formula, this is the newer conventional tear gas used with higher potency and less toxicity than CN.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Propylene Glycol&nbsp;<\/strong>\u2013 Emulsifier used to liquefy agents for pressurization and spray.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Isopropyl Alcohol<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 A more penetrating emulsifier, but with a risk of fire.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are benefits and drawbacks to each mixture, but many manufacturers have developed potent yet reasonable mixtures for fast-working compounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quality\">Quality<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emulsified chemicals can degrade over time. A recent study by Utah State University showed that shelf life has a sharp fall-off with lower-quality pepper sprays. You don\u2019t want your pepper spray just tickling the other guy when you need to rely on it to sting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why large manufacturers place such a big emphasis on quality and consistency. The manufacturing ISO 9001 standards are a good starting point when you\u2019re looking at quality, as well as checking out negative reviews. It takes just one misfire or degraded batch to create a bad situation for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"range\">Range<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most sprays are trying to close the distance with a pressurized nozzle to give you range. Large nozzles can unload plenty of pepper spray over short distances; smaller nozzles can send the spray a longer distance, assuming there is the same amount of pressure pushing the mixture out. With all of the sprays we tested, the range eventually goes down as the product (and the pressure) runs out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one reason why it is important to aim the pepper spray and make the initial bursts effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bursts\">Bursts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The number of bursts in a canister is relative to the size, pressure, and output volume. The more spray bursts you have, the better you will be able to disable attackers or even multiple attackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"size-weight\">Size &amp; Weight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Size and weight matter- you don\u2019t want to be lugging around a fire extinguisher-sized canister just to keep attackers at bay. The best pepper sprays for everyday carry are lightweight and small profile, but still have enough power and bursts to take down the bad guy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-d2-weighing-2.4-ounces-on-a-scale.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"The ASP D2 weighing 2.4 ounces on a scale.\" class=\"wp-image-42567\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-d2-weighing-2.4-ounces-on-a-scale.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-d2-weighing-2.4-ounces-on-a-scale.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-d2-weighing-2.4-ounces-on-a-scale.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-d2-weighing-2.4-ounces-on-a-scale.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/asp-d2-weighing-2.4-ounces-on-a-scale.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Although long and made of metal, the ASP D2 still only weighs a few ounces. <em>(Credit: Sean Gold)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-pepper-spray-legal-in-the-us\">Is Pepper Spray Legal in the US?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pepper spray is generally legal for civilian use in the United States, although the specific regulations can vary from state to state. The majority of states permit the possession and use of pepper spray for self-defense purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some states, there are restrictions on the size, concentration, and method of deployment. Other, more strict states have age restrictions or require individuals to obtain a permit to carry pepper spray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f1f1f1\"><strong>Disclaimer:&nbsp;<\/strong>We are not lawyers and do not share legal advice. Investigate your local regulations on your own or seek legal counsel concerning rules and laws in your jurisdiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Where-Pepper-Spray-is-Illegal-1.jpg?resize=800%2C800&#038;quality=80&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Where Pepper Spray is Illegal map.\" class=\"wp-image-42548\"\/ loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Where-Pepper-Spray-is-Illegal-1.jpg?w=1200&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Where-Pepper-Spray-is-Illegal-1.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Where-Pepper-Spray-is-Illegal-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Where-Pepper-Spray-is-Illegal-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/trueprepper.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Where-Pepper-Spray-is-Illegal-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;quality=80&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>(Graphic: TruePrepper Team)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-needs-pepper-spray\">Who Needs Pepper Spray?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pepper spray may not be for everyone, as it is just one weapon in a wide variety of self-defense tools ranging from knives to CCWs. Because they are non-lethal, legal in some capacity in all states, easy to use, and very inexpensive, they can be an attractive option for anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We suggest you consider pepper spray for these survival kits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/kits\/everyday-carry-list\/\">Everyday Carry (EDC)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/kits\/bug-out-bag-list\/\">Bug Out Bag<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/kits\/get-home-bag-list\/\"><strong>Get Home Bag<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/inch-bag-guide-checklist\/\">INCH Bag<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar to a fire extinguisher, it is helpful to know how to use the spray ahead of time. Even the simplest tasks, like removing the guard tab, can be more difficult under stress or attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sources-references\">Sources &amp; References<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of our experience and the testing we do to determine the best pepper spray are useless without listing our research sources and references. We leaned on these for the book knowledge that we paired with our hands-on testing and practical survival experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boivin, R., et al. (2021). <strong>The stronger, the better? A natural experiment on the effects of pepper spray concentration levels.<\/strong> Policing: An International Journal. Volume 44. Issue 1. Pages 106 &#8211; 117. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/346708276_The_stronger_the_better_A_natural_experiment_on_the_effects_of_pepper_spray_concentration_levels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Source<\/span><\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brown, L., et al. (2000).\u00a0<strong>Corneal abrasions associated with pepper spray exposure. <\/strong>The American Journal of Emergency Medicine. Volume 18. Issue 3. Pages 271 &#8211; 272. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0735675700901207\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Source<\/span><\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kaminski, R., et al. (1999).\u00a0<strong>Assessing the incapacitative effects of pepper spray during resistive encounters with the police.<\/strong> Policing: an International Journal. Volume 22. Issue 1. Pages 7 &#8211; 30. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ojp.gov\/ncjrs\/virtual-library\/abstracts\/assessing-incapacitative-effects-pepper-spray-during-resistive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Source<\/span><\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-defense is always a top priority, and pepper spray is a cheap, non-lethal solution with wide applications. Grab some for your EDC, survival kits, car, or anywhere else you may find yourself needing a quick and effective incapacitating weapon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few other guides and reviews our subscribers have found helpful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/best-improvised-weapons-every-room-house\/\">The 20 Best Improvised Weapons in Every Room of Your House<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/expandable-baton\/\">Best Expandable Baton for Self Defense<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trueprepper.com\/kits\/everyday-carry-list\/\"><strong>Everyday Carry List | 25 EDC Essentials<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-background\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px;border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px;background-color:#f1f1f1\"><em>See more of our expert-written guides, resources, and reviews in your search results &#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/preferences\/source?q=trueprepper.com\" target=\"_blank\">add TruePrepper as a preferred source<\/a><\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-black-background-color has-black-color is-style-wide\">\n<h2><strong>Prepping Your Way<\/strong><\/h2>\nNo judgement and no imperatives. 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