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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Evaluating 193 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the high quality of the products, noting their durability, comfort, and excellent design, often exceeding expectations. Many people found the ordering process easy and efficient, with timely shipping and delivery of items. Reviewers frequently highlight the exceptional customer service, with staff being helpful, communicative, and responsive to inquiries. However, some customers also noted issues with product fit, particularly with certain carriers and bags not meeting expected dimensions. A few other people also felt that customer service was unhelpful or slow to respond, leading to dissatisfaction with returns or order delays.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely well made plate carrier with the 11"x14" level 4 ceramic plates. Damn sweet setup, did I mention its damn comfortable?!. better than what I ran while in the military. Hopefully will never h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic shipping and packing. Great plates and vest. Only thing that might be helpful would be basic instructions for 1st time buyers (side plate placement inside cummerbund, break down of parts o... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bags (RTS Tactical Rapid Deploy IFAK Pouch) arrived quickly and are great quality in form and function. They seem to be one of the best quick access IFAK bags out there. Looking forward to putting the... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This armor is so well balanced I hardly notice it. The confidence I feel while wearing it is worth every dollar I spent on it. I almost feel sorry for the guy who punches me in the chest and finds out... See more


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About RTS Tactical

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Empowering our heroes to Be Fearless.
RTS Tactical is a proud USA manufacturer committed to protecting those who protect us. When your gear overachieves, so can you. From coast to coast, RTS Tactical stands with thousands of agencies, united in the mission to protect our communities and our country. We live and breathe innovation in body armor and tactical gear. As an ISO 9001 manufacturer with multiple NIJ-certified products and GSA Schedule holder, our 23,000 sq. ft. facility delivers mission-ready protection, from custom-sized armor to military-grade SAPI and rifle plates. Choose RTS Tactical. Feel the difference

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’ve been calling you all multiple…

I’ve been calling you all multiple time. Leaving message and e-mailing you and nobody is responding. I have not received my items yet! It’s been a long time! Where’s the customer support?

26 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Hi Pharaoh, thank you for reaching out and we truly appreciate your patience. Our team was closed over the weekend, which may have delayed our response. That said, your gear has already shipped and should be arriving soon — if you haven’t received your tracking info yet, it will be in your inbox shortly. We’re here to make sure you’re fully taken care of and appreciate you choosing RTS Tactical.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My name Charlie

My name Charlie , I had an amazing experience with Jill employee RTS company the customer service was top notch and the product exceeded my expectations I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality products and excellent service ask for Jill ….

25 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Charlie, thank you for the amazing feedback. We’re thrilled to hear Jill took great care of you and that the product exceeded your expectations. We’ll make sure she sees this. We appreciate your support — stay fearless!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best ballistic protection I’ve used in the past 25 years.

Overall, I’m very happy with the RTS RICO Special Operations vest. It is very well made and extremely rugged. I have over 25 years of firearms and tactics experience in both the military and law enforcement so I’ve used my share of various types of plate carriers and vests. This vest, from RTS, is the most comfortable and functional one I’ve ever used.

There were a couple of differences however, in the vest I received compared to what was on the website. The vest I received did not have the QD buckles on the shoulder straps. This is something I didn’t mind though. I feel like the buckles would have interfered with getting proper rifle buttstock placement in the pocket of my shoulder. This is a problem I’ve run into with other plate carriers. With the strap being smooth on this vest, I don’t have to alter how I shoot my rifle.

The other thing to note was the size of the zippered pockets for the quick placement/removal of rifle plates. I ordered a medium size vest and I have standard size rifle plates (10”x12”). I was able to get the plate in on the back panel but the pocket opening on the front was too small by about 2 inches. . I tried everything I could think of to try to get the plate in there but wasn’t successful. I was still able to put the plate in the vest by placing it in the same pocket as the soft armor. This is how most outer vests work anyway, so it wasn’t a big deal to me.

If you’re in the market for a high end ballistic vest for tactical operations, I would highly recommend the RTS RICO Special Operations vest.

11 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Jeff, your review truly means a lot. We’re glad the RICO vest delivered on comfort and performance, and we appreciate the detailed feedback on the plate and shoulder strap setup. We’re always working to improve, and insights like yours help drive that forward. Thank you for your trust. Stay fearless!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered from Canada

Ordered from Canada. Israel was great to chat with about my order, order was as smooth and fast as it could have been, picked up the vest from the Detroit place i had it shipped too yesterday which was quick. Vest fits well and as my very first vest, I love it. Thank you RTS for making the process as smooth as it could have been.

17 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Thanks, Tyler. We're glad Israel took great care of you and that your first vest is a perfect fit. We appreciate your support.
Stay fearless!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Not my first purchase from RTS

Not my first purchase from RTS, and certainly not my last. High quality, great value, and fast shipping.

6 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Joseph, we truly appreciate your continued trust in RTS Tactical. We’re honored to have you in the RTS family and we’re here whenever you need us. Stay fearless!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very informative.

The website had the best looks and good information on the products. How to contact a sales rep was easy to find as well.

6 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Thanks, Roy. Glad the site and support made your experience smooth. We’re always here if you need us.
Stay fearless!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Your staff is very knowledgeable and…

Your staff is very knowledgeable and order and delivery went very smoothly extremely satisfied

6 June 2025
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Reply from RTS Tactical

Margo, thank you for the kind words. We’re glad to hear your experience was smooth and that our team made a strong impression. Your satisfaction means everything to us. We’ve got your six.
Stay fearless!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I recently placed an order for a $360…

I recently placed an order for a $360 plate carrier from a reputable company. However, upon receiving the package, I discovered that the item shipped to me was not the one I had ordered. The product I received appears to be of inferior quality, resembling a cheap plate carrier typically found on discount websites. I have photographic evidence and receipts to support my claim.

The story so far.

made a purchase of $360 for a superior vest with padded shoulder straps.

I am unable to locate this item on your website.

I could have obtained a more favorable deal on Temu.

Please allow me to provide an update on the situation.

I engaged in a telephone conversation with a customer service representative.

They are now asserting that this is the enhanced version of the product.

They contend that the wider cummerbund on the previous model hindered movement and that a buckle positioned over the shoulder impeded proper shouldering. However, they were unable to provide an explanation for the elimination of the padding on the straps.

They assert that this modification was made at the behest of an unspecified agency. To be candid, I harbor significant doubts regarding the veracity of this claim.

If I were the proprietor of a tactical armor company collaborating with an agency, I would openly acknowledge the existence of a second version of this carrier, emphasizing that it has been upgraded in response to the specific requests of the aforementioned agency. Furthermore, I would highlight our ongoing collaboration with their tactical units to develop and deliver superior products for our esteemed clientele.

Our initial conversation commenced at 8:20 this morning. They informed me that they would contact the warehouse and provide me with an update tomorrow. Consequently, it appears that they require a 48-hour timeframe to conduct an inventory check.

The company has claimed that the weI made a purchase of $360 for a superior vest with padded shoulder straps.

I am unable to locate this item on your website.

I could have obtained a more favorable deal on Temu.

Please allow me to provide an update on the situation.

I engaged in a telephone conversation with a customer service representative.

They are now asserting that this is the enhanced version of the product.

They contend that the wider cummerbund on the previous model hindered movement and that a buckle positioned over the shoulder impeded proper shouldering. However, they were unable to provide an explanation for the elimination of the padding on the straps.

They assert that this modification was made at the behest of an unspecified agency. To be candid, I harbor significant doubts regarding the veracity of this claim.

If I were the proprietor of a tactical armor company collaborating with an agency, I would openly acknowledge the existence of a second version of this carrier, emphasizing that it has been upgraded in response to the specific requests of the aforementioned agency. Furthermore, I would highlight our ongoing collaboration with their tactical units to develop and deliver superior products for our esteemed clientele.

Our initial conversation commenced at 8:20 this morning. They informed me that they would contact the warehouse and provide me with an update tomorrow. Consequently, it appears that they require a 48-hour timeframe to conduct an inventory check.

They have claimed that the website now claims the product shipped may not be exactly like the product listed.

The company also sends you a label so you can return the product, leaving you without protection in the meantime. Now, RTS Tactical claims the product shipped may not be exactly like the product advertised.

The company also sends you a label so you can return the product, leaving you without protection in the meantime.

I feel they have sent me a lower-quality item at a premium price and have not been entirely honest about the situation. Couple that with the fact that they would leave you high and dry.

I feel the motto should be changed from "be fearless" to something like "be fearful of our cash and your safety are second thoughts."

29 October 2024
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