How does Batten vet products?

Our industry experts vet every product based on ease-of-use, quality and utility, and price value.

How does Batten make money?

When you purchase a product via a link on the Batten website, we may earn a small commission. No other payments influence our expert recommendations.

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About Batten:
We empower you to
keep your family safe.

In a world that feels increasingly less secure, with many risks to consider and so many products to compare, protecting your family is more complicated than ever.

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Meet the Batten Industry Experts

Decades of real-world experience across cybersecurity, home security, and emergency preparedness.

Chief Family Officer

Greg Olsen

Emmy-winning broadcaster & NFL veteran

Chief Family Officer

Greg Olsen

Emmy-winning FOX Sports broadcaster and former NFL tight end drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2007. Played in Super Bowl 50 with the Carolina Panthers. Father of three, passionate about keeping families safe.

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Cybersecurity Expert

Kurt Sanger

20+ yr Marine & U.S. Cyber Command

Cybersecurity Expert

Kurt Sanger

Founder of Integrated Cybersecurity Partners. Retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after 23 years in cyber operations. Holds a National Security Law degree from Georgetown. Board advisor on digital threats facing families.

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Home Security Expert

Kirk MacDowell

42-year security industry veteran

Home Security Expert

Kirk MacDowell

CEO of MacGuard Security Advisors. 42 years in the industry including Alarm.com, GE, United Technologies, and the LA County Sheriff's Department. A sharp eye for emerging security trends and products.

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Emergency Prep Expert

Eddie Penney

20+ yr retired Navy SEAL (DEVGRU)

Emergency Prep Expert

Eddie Penney

CEO of Contingent Group. Served 20 years as a Marine and Navy SEAL, selected for DEVGRU. Experience in medical evacuations, executive protection, and surveillance makes him the authority on emergency preparedness.

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Our Story

During the September 11 attacks, Patrick Robinson ("Captain Pat") drove home from New York, determined to do whatever possible to protect his family in the future.

As natural disasters, cyber attacks, and environmental challenges became more commonplace, Captain Pat saw that people needed a one-stop place to protect their families from life's most pressing threats. And so Batten was born — alongside the vision for 3D security: online, at home, and in an emergency.

Our team and experts have experienced these threats firsthand and are here to guide you towards confident purchases that prepare you and your family for what you can't predict.

Our Mission

Batten exists to help you make choices to protect yourself and your loved ones, so you can be confident knowing you're secure online, safe at home, and prepared for life's emergencies.

We simplify the overwhelming market to be a one-stop solution for personalized recommendations — regardless of your situation, phase of life, or budget.

Transparency

When we help you find the right products, we may receive an affiliate commission when you purchase. No other payments or sponsorships influence our recommendations.

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Our Commitment to You

Our industry experts are editorially independent and objective — we share the products we'd choose for ourselves and our families.

We seek to find the best pricing for you, and when possible, provide unique discounts available exclusively through Batten.

The Batten Difference

Our expert team includes retired Navy SEALs, U.S. Cyber Command veterans, and security industry executives who do the testing and research so you can buy with confidence.

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Cyber, home security, and emergency preparation aren't three different categories, but rather dimensions of a universal need — we call it "3D security" or simply, Family Security.

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Batten Founder & CEO

The People Behind Batten

Leadership Team

Patrick Robinson

CEO & Founder

Patrick (AKA Captain Pat) has a long career as a leader in real estate and finance in NYC. After graduating from Washington & Lee, he served as a captain in the US Army. His personal commitment to family safety sparked the creation of Batten.

Jake Johnson

COO & Co-Founder

Jake spent 10+ years in strategy consulting and M&A with Fortune 500 companies. An entrepreneur at his core, he studied Entrepreneurship and Finance at Gonzaga University and is passionate about brands that solve real consumer problems.

Bob Newman

Senior Executive Advisor

Bob retired from the U.S. military as an elite Navy SEAL, serving as Command Master Chief. His global career taught him that preparation and the right tools make all the difference in any situation.

Hatches

Chief Protection Pup

Hatches is your symbolic guardian St. Bernard — soft and lovable, but fiercely protective and loyal. Pointed, responsible, and proactive, she represents everything Batten stands for.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our industry experts and internal team vet every product we recommend. Our main criteria:
1. Ease-of-use
2. Quality and utility
3. Price value
When you purchase a product via a link on the Batten website, we may earn a small commission. No other payments or sponsorships influence our expert recommendations or product suggestions.
When clicking a product card link, you will be redirected to that vendor's website to complete your purchase.

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About Batten:We empower you tokeep your family safe.