RFID Protected Wallets

RFID Protected Wallets | There is an unpleasant trend growing fast: RFID scimming. And because it’s so easy to accomplish, sneaky fraudsters became very busy collecting credit card and passport information in broad daylight, by simply holding RFID readers next to your suitcase, pocket, jacket, whatsoever.

But here comes help. New generations of wallets and passport holders are now equipped with an integrated elastic aluminum shield. It’s woven into the walls of your wallet. For the handyman in you: one can easily upgrade an old wallet in a DIY kind-of fashion. Just watch this video from TheModernSurvivalist -> youtube.com/watch?v=vCjEt4wqD64

Wallets with RFID Protection

But since wallets and passport holders aren’t expensive, it might be more convenient to invest a few bucks into a new one that comes with RFID Protection. Here are three recommendations, ranging from $8 to $17.

HIMI | Wallet for Men (US$16)

RFID protected wallet HIMI — RFID protected wallet from HIMI

RFID Protection: Yes. Genuine Vegetable Tanned Cowhide Leather with nice and smooth texture, really soft & comfortable to touch. Production used natural ingredients instead of chemicals, so it is environmentally friendly. A compact Design makes this bifold superb for travel, and everyday use, keeping cards safe and organized. It holds 4 cards and cash.

defway | Wallet & Passport Holder (US$15-17)

RFID protected wallet / passport holder from "defway" — RFID protected wallet / passport holder from “defway”

RFID Protection: yes. This unisex passport holder and wallet stores up to four passports and five credit cards. There is additional space for boarding passes, keys, coins and paper money. There is an outside pocket slot wide enough to accommodate large mobile phones. The wallet is made with durable rip-stop waterproof nylon fabric.

GDTK | Passport Holder & Wallet (US$8)

RFID-proteced wallet/passport holder from GDTK

Polyurthane and Polyester lining fabric combined with synthetic leather exterior and interior. Provides a comfortable feeling and RFID protection. Lightweight slim design, adding no unnecessary bulk or weight. 4 slots for credit cards.