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Perci Vest One

Plan with the App.
Evacuate with the Vest.

Just grab your Perci Vest and go.

Hands-free. Lightweight. Easy to find in a rush.

Hands-freeYour hands stay free for children, pets and the things that matter.
LightweightLight enough to wear on a walk, a hike or a trip to the mall.
Ready in secondsPut it on and go. Even the hood is built in.

Why a vest

A go bag sits in a closet. A vest is ready when you are.

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  1. Regular use means better readiness

    Wear it on hikes or walking the dog. You get comfortable with it and customize it for your daily needs.

    Go bagOccasional use means forgetfulness
  2. Easy to find in a hurry

    Because you use it, you can find it on short notice.

    Go bagEasy to misplace under the bed, in the closet, in the garage
  3. Always hands free and lightweight

    Put on the vest and get to safety with your hands free for children, pets and important things.

    Go bagMay need one or both hands, and heavy for you or grandma
  4. Evacuation items at your fingertips

    Labeled pockets make it easy to find what you need. Daily items never mix with emergency essentials.

    Go bagFishing around inside, taking things out, putting them back
  5. A complete solution

    The Perci App, offered free with the Vest, helps you complete all the other steps to be ready for any disaster.

    Go bagStands alone. No plans, meeting places or trust circle

Award-winning design

Built for fast and safe evacuations.

  • Sturdy and lightweight

    Ripstop nylon, the same crosshatch-reinforced material used in wingsuits and parachutes. Water repellent.

  • Visible

    Reflective icons, trim and logo for low light. Orange panels, piping and zippers for daylight.

The Perci Vest laid flat, front view
  • Pockets with a purpose

    Labeled. Accessible. Large.

  • Made to be worn

    Comfortable without weighing you down, customizable, and contemporary enough for regular use.

Gold and Bronze winner, IDA Design Awards

Every pocket has a job.

Each one is made for something specific, so nothing is a search.

Back pocket

Flat and ergonomic. For documents and the flat things that keep you warm and dry: a poncho, a hand warmer, a mylar blanket.

Passport and ID

Just for your passport or other ID.

Inside window

A see-through pocket for a photocopy of your ID.

Labeled pockets

Printed icons show what goes where.

Reflective trim

Logo, icons and trim show up in low light.

Carabiner loop

Clip on what you want within reach.

The Perci Vest with its emergency items laid out around it

What's inside

25 essential emergency items, already packed.

From personal safety items to a first aid box, hygiene products, and tools for light and warmth.

  • Multi-tool
  • Headlamp
  • Flashlight
  • Goggles
  • Glowsticks
  • Whistle
  • Duct tape
  • Ponchos
  • First aid box
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Wet wipes
  • Hand warmer
  • Knife
  • Fork
  • Spoon
  • Masks
  • Water purifiers
  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Hair tie
  • Ear plugs
  • Tissues
  • Gloves
  • Mylar blanket
  • Carabiner
Buy nowVest with 25 items, $159.34, plus shipping
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For the people who will be carrying everyone else.

  • Parents of young children

    Wear the essentials, and keep both hands for your children.

  • Older adults

    Nothing to lift or carry. Put it on and go.

  • A gift for someone you worry about

    A parent, a brother or sister, a friend who lives alone. Something they will be glad to have when it matters.

“I have ordered 4 Perci Vests for my family. It has all major essential items. It is lightweight. Customizable.”

Captain, Fire Department, Los Angeles

“Functional and practical. I can customize emergency items for my family's needs and wear the vest for non-emergency activities like biking.”

M. Wright, Chesterfield Square Community Block Club

“To hang the fully loaded vest in the closet and simply put it on at a critical time can be a time-saver, not to mention a life-saver.”

Margo Thomas, Crenshaw Health Partners
A man wearing the Perci Vest over everyday clothes

Everyday use

Use it when you don't need it.

Wear your Perci Vest on evening walks, a trip to the mall, a hike, a walk with your dog, or a stroll with a child. Regular use gets you ready for the day you really need it.

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The Perci app

Get disaster-ready with the free Perci app.

The vest gets you out the door. The app, free with the vest, helps you complete every other step.

  • Tailored to your family

    Custom readiness plans by family size, needs and location.

  • Stay connected

    One-tap status updates to everyone in your trust circle.

  • Stay informed

    Local alerts from the National Weather Service and other trusted sources.

  • Stay prepared

    Evacuation, shelter-in-place, recovery, school and pet safety plans.

The Perci app on a phone

Free readiness check

Not sure where you stand?

Three questions. Two minutes. No signup.

Take the readiness check

Coming soon

Peace of mind for you and your family.

  • Flotation device

    Coming soon
  • Heat sensor

    Coming soon
  • Location transmitter

    Coming soon
  • Perci for pets

    Coming soon

Who made it

Created in California, by people who lived through it.

Perci was founded in 2022 by Vivek Kaliraman, MBBS, PhD, after the 2018 wildfires in Ventura County devastated the homes of his friends and family. He trained with the Los Angeles City and County Fire Departments and is a certified Community Emergency Response Team member.