Who Pays More for MRE Meals: Army or Survival Enthusiasts?

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:15:40 +0000

# Who Pays More for MRE Meals: Army Personnel vs. Survival Enthusiasts? In the world of survival and military logistics, Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) remain a critical standard for sustaining personnel in the field. But a common question arises: Who pays more for MRE meals—military personnel deployed in active service, or survival enthusiasts relying on MREs for outdoor adventures? While both groups depend on these self-contained field rations, key differences in scale, quality, and usage conditions influence how much each group pays—or effectively subsidizes—their MREs. This article explores the cost structures, usage patterns, and economic comparisons between Army personnel receiving MREs through official channels and survivalists purchasing or developing specialized MRE-style meals, revealing who truly pays more and why. ---