With Father’s Day fast coming up, I’ve been racking my brain trying to come up with a gift that hubs would find useful and fun to receive. He doesn’t wear ties or go golfing or fishing, so those old standbys are out. And then I remembered that hubs regularly complains about his wallet being too thick. Not with cash (wouldn’t that be nice?), but because it’s stuffed with everything else – his driver’s license, credit cards, rewards cards, receipts, pictures, and random pieces of paper.
I’m not one to talk as I carry most of my life in my wallet and purse, but given that he has to carry his wallet in his pocket, I do get it. Remember that Seinfeld episode with George Castanza’s exploding wallet? Well, hubs is kind of going that way. So my genius idea was to give him a modern, functional, and ultra slim wallet that will keep him from sitting lopsided.
Ainste first launched their minimal wallets via Kickstarter in January of 2013. Since then, they’ve grown by leaps and bounds. The founders of Ainste (pronounced Ae-in-st) draw their inspiration from the success, genius, and creativity of Amazon, EINstein, and STEve Jobs. I received one of their new RFID multiple wallets, a small RFID Evan wallet in dark purple, and the suede version of their small Evan wallet for review. I passed these along to hubs to test out.
RFID Shielding
But first, what’s RFID and why do you need protection? Many passports and credit cards are now embedded with RFID (radio frequency identification tags). These tags contain your personal and financial information and let you complete transactions without swiping. Unfortunately, anybody can purchase an RFID reader which could potentially compromise your information. Ainste RFID wallets have blocking shields that help protect your enhanced ID, passport, and credit cards from unauthorized RFID readers.
What’s (Not) in Your Wallet?
This RFID multiple wallet is hubs’ favourite and has replaced his former bulky wallet. It’s sleek, sturdy, and exceedingly well-designed. It fits 3-4 cards on each side (2 card slots and a pocket) plus a sleeve in the middle for keeping cash in. This wallet measures 10.7 cm X 7 cm X 0.7 cm and weighs only 0.8 ounces.
Look at the size difference between hubs’ old wallet and the new Ainste RFID multiple wallet! His new wallet fits so much better in his front pocket, and he doesn’t have to take it out to sit comfortably. Now that it’s almost summer and hubs isn’t wearing a jacket, a minimal wallet that fits easily in his pocket is a must. Not only does it fit better, hubs likes that this wallet basically forces him to stop carrying so much unnecessary stuff around. 7 cards and cash is exactly all he needs to keep with him.
Hubs put all the other cards that he uses occasionally in the purple Evan wallet in the car’s glove compartment. That way he can grab them if he needs them, but he isn’t carrying around all those extra cards in his everyday wallet.
The size small Evan wallet is about the size of a credit card. It measures 9 cm X 6.3 cm X 0.5 cm and weighs in at just 0.7 ounces. It’s basically a folder for your cards, held securely with the signature Ainste rubber band. The Evan will comfortably hold 10 cards and cash folded twice tucked under the Ainste band on the outside. Here’s how it compares to the multiple wallet.
Obviously, the shielding is the major difference between the RFID small Evan and non-RFID small Evan wallets. Cosmetically, the RFID version doesn’t have the stitching around the edges that the regular Evan wallets have. Both come in Saffiano or standard leather finishes. Hubs prefers the Saffiano finish for its durability and crosshatch appearance.
Drop Test
Ainste has lots of detailed demo videos on their website showing the features of each wallet. I found them really helpful in understanding the differences between each wallet and deciding which one would best suit hubs. I showed hubs their drop test video, and of course we had to try it for ourselves. We tested all three by chucking them down our stairs. I was pretty impressed to see nothing fell out or even budged. These will definitely keep your credit cards and cash secure!
If you’re not sure which wallet to pick, take a look at this video which gives an overview of all of them. You’re sure to find the perfect wallet here for that special dad or grad in your life.
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Shop
Browse all the wallets available on the website. The RFID multiple wallet retails for $58, the small RFID Evan wallet for $45, and the small Evan wallet with suede interior for $34. Currently, Ainste wallets are selling out almost as fast as they can be listed. Keep an eye on the Facebook page to find out when wallets are restocked.
Win!
Ainste is generously giving away a hard to find RFID multiple wallet to one lucky winner. Enter for your chance to win in the Rafflecopter widget below. This giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada, 18+. Entries will be verified.
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Disclosure: I received sample items for review. All opinions expressed are completely honest and my own, based on my personal experience. Your experience may differ.
I’d love to get my husband the RFID Multiple wallet.
I leraned this small wallet can hold a lot!
I would like the RFID MULTIPLE WALLET
The RFID MULTIPLE WALLETâ„¢ would almost be my only option. My wallet is at least 1.5 inches think and holds dozens of plastic and paper cards. It reminds me of George Costanza’s wallet (except that I do not keep useless receipts in there). I do use it similarly though… birth certificate, business cards I haven’t used in years, and an old photo or two. I could do with a serious slim down, but I could not drop right to 2-3 cards.
I would like to gift the RFID Multiple Wallet.
I’d like to gift the small Evan wallet!
The camo wallet is badass.
I like the RFID kaden wallet. I would give this to my husband.
I love the camo wallet!!
RFID Evan wallet mini
I like this wallet
http://www.ainste.com/products/ainste-future-project-10
I like the camouflage small evan wallet for my husband.
I learned they were inspired by Amazon, Einstein, and Steve Jobs.
I’d love to give my Dad the Travel Sleeve wallet for Fathers Day.
I like the regular evan suede wallet. It fits the male’s lifestyle more and its nicely made.
I would love to give my husband the fold wallet, these look so nice and not like the typical bulky wallet you usually see!
Bah! The one I want (the RFID Multi-Wallet) is sold out.
LOVE the multiple wallet RIFD, I wish they were in stock!
I’d like to give my husband the Travel Sleeve because he does a lot of travelling.
LIMITED EDITION AINSTE EVAN WALLETS I love this wallet my husband could use a new one!
I’m so sick of having my big, bulky fossil wallet, I would love to have the RFID Multiple wallet!
Ainste RFID multiple wallet for my hubby!
I like the FOLD WALLETâ„¢. I would love to give it to my husband for Father’s Day. I love that it has technology that can block thefts from getting my information.
I learned that they like to advertise their camouflage wallets in photos with guns and ammo, which is a bit off to me, but I suppose I’m not the target consumer for that product 🙂 I think everyone should carry a RFID resistant wallet– maybe it’s a little paranoid, but if you’re getting a new wallet anyway, why not get the peace of mind too?
RFID Kaden walletâ„¢
I like the Fold wallet.
My husband is always looking for the next best wallet, and I think the Regular Even Wallet would be perfect for him.
I like the RFID Multiple Wallet!
My hubby could use the RFID Multiple Wallet for sure
I like the RFID EVAN WALLETâ„¢ MINI for my hubby
I’d love the small evan wallet in purple, honestly I would love it for myself!
I would love to give my husband the TRAVEL SLEEVEâ„¢ since we travel at least twice a year for vacation (once is usually international) and he travels frequently for business.
I would give the RFID Kaden Wallet to my dad.
I would love to win the RFID multiple wallet for mu husband.
I like the RFID multiple wallet for my son.
I would love to give the camo wallet for my little brother for graduation!
I would like to gift the RFID Multiple Wallet for my nephew.
Ainste wallets have RFID blocking shields to protect id, passport and credit cards from unauthorized readers.
I like the Travel Sleeve.
I like the fold wallet. My siblings and I used to get our dad a wallet every father’s day. We haven’t done it in years though!
Would love to give the RFID SMALL EVAN WALLETâ„¢
I love the limited edition Ainste Evan Wallets. They are really nice!!
I learned that Ainste is inspired by Amazon, Einstein, and Steve Jobs.
I just received the multiple, and I’m still breaking it in (only been a week), it seems to be of good quality and feels like its made well. The wallet will take a bit of getting used to with the cash compartment open on both sides it will take a little adjustment but nothing that bad and it may prove handy in the long run. The only thing i can say about this wallet that may raise a question is about the shipping policy, although the wallet itself is a fine piece of workmanship the shipping lacks something to be desired. I ordered the wallet and paid the additional shipping cost for expedited 2 day shipping. I received an email on the 27th of Oct that they had shipped the package to my address. It arrived 3 days later on the 30th in stead of the 29th which would have been the second day. I emailed them about this and they keep dodging the question and rep;y sorry we shipped it early……i have no idea what that has to do with anything but that’s all they will offer up and they will not return the expedited shipping fee they charged even though they shipped the standard three day method…so be wary if you chose to purchase from these guys and just order with shipping
I bought this wallet one or two months ago. I have to say that, at the beginning, it seems cool, but one you use it, is the worst wallet I ever had. This is the most unconfortable wallet in the world, I swear. It’s practically imposible to take out the cards from the inside without hurting your fingers. It’s a good thing that the wallet is small and compact but you will regret the buy everytime you have to pay something.
Oh, that’s too bad! My husband still uses his everyday and really likes it.
Hi Olivia, thanks for reviewing this wallet. I am looking at getting the Ainste RFID Multiple. From your experience (or any other readers’s), did the Canadian Cash fit nicely in the Multiple (with only 1 fold like how they show the American bills are slotted into the middle)? On the Ainste’s website, they mentioned the dimension is exactly 7cm wide, which is also the width of Canadian Bill. Do they tend to stick out a bit on the side?
Thanks!
I took a quick look for you, and the bills are flush with the top and bottom edges of the wallet (not sticking out). Hope that helps!