Top 10 best breathalyzers by price and reviews
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• For some professions, such as a driver, having a breathalyzer in your pocket is a must. Yes, and it is also useful for ordinary people to have it on hand – as they say, the more you drink, the higher your self-esteem, and the impassive numbers on the device screen can return a person from the alcoholic sky to the sinful earth.
• The rating of breathalyzers for personal use is based on the popularity and reviews of various models on the Yandex.Market, Ozone and other websites.
10. Delta AT-500
- personal breathalyzer
- semiconductor sensor
- blowing without mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 1.9 ppm
- scale step: 0.1 ppm
- food: AAA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off, clock, timer, alarm clock
• The top of the best breathalyzers opens a small and cheap device, which, in addition to the sensor, also includes a clock and a thermometer. However, before buying, it is worth considering that the power of a semiconductor sensor is not enough – and the point is not in this particular breathalyzer as such, but in all devices with a similar price and principle of operation.
• Accurate measurements will be at most 10-15 times, so if you need to constantly check, then it is better to choose another device, preferably an electrochemical one, with a different work resource.
• The Delta AT-500 is best for people who plan to use the breathalyzer intermittently. It is pointless to keep an expensive electrochemical device at home for use twice a year, it is better to quickly buy such a Delta, use it and forget it for the next few months.
Pros and cons it is quickly purged before the test two displays there is a clock and a thermometer a small resource of use• [nadavi_h2]
9. Dingo E-010
- semi-professional breathalyzer
- electrochemical sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 4 ppm
- scale step: 0.01 ppm
- food: AAA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off, PC/phone connection, low battery indicator
• This device balances on the shaky line between professional and amateur. The certificate of a medical device speaks in favor of a professional one and, therefore, suitability for official examination, as well as the ability to purchase a cable for connecting to a computer or telephone for an additional fee (a special program will also be required).
• If desired, the device can be controlled remotely by giving commands on the computer through this program.
• In favor of the amateur – a small price for the "professional", not too high measurement accuracy "in the morning" and the need for frequent calibration. Dingo E-010 will require maintenance at least once a quarter.
Pros and cons of a semi-professional device low price low "morning" accuracy loosely fitted battery cover the need for frequent calibration• [nadavi_h2]
8. Delta AT-300
- personal breathalyzer
- semiconductor sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 2 ppm
- error – 5%
- scale step: 0.01 ppm
- food: AAA, 3 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- low battery indicator
• A nice compact device from the category of "more expensive semiconductor" – convenient, easy to use, the kit comes with five interchangeable nozzles. However, batteries will need to be purchased separately.
• The model quickly warms up and quickly "departs" for the next measurement, but it has a drawback – the absence of a signal about the end of the test, so you can blow into the mouthpiece indefinitely. The device will notify only if there is an excess.
• Delta AT-300 is not suitable for official certification – it does not have a very high measurement accuracy (according to the manufacturer, the error is 10%). False responses to molecules similar in configuration to alcohol molecules are also possible. However, purely for myself, in order to know whether it is worth getting behind the wheel or is it still better to wait, the device will fit perfectly. And for accuracy it is better to take several measurements.
Pros and cons build quality price spare mouthpieces no signal about the end of the test low accuracy• [nadavi_h2]
7. AlcoHunter Economy
- semi-professional breathalyzer
- semiconductor sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 5 ppm
- error – 25%
- scale step: 0.01 ppm
- food: AAA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off, low battery indicator
• On the one hand, this is a semi-professional breathalyzer with high measurement accuracy. On the other hand, its ergonomics are lame: it heats up for a long time, it’s hard to blow into it. Not only that, to change the battery, you have to use a screwdriver – and this is in the 21st century, when all other manufacturers have equipped their devices with convenient hinged covers.
• Why do users like this device? The answer is simple: in terms of measurement accuracy, AlcoHunter Economy is ahead of most of its price counterparts, not to mention cheaper models. It has a wide measurement range, from 0 to 5 ppm, has a system for monitoring the completeness of the output, as well as a convenient feature – an indication when the model needs to be calibrated.
• In addition, if conventional semiconductor devices can withstand 200-250 at most without calibration, then a Russian product can withstand up to 1000!
Pros and cons high accuracy of measurements number of tests without calibration takes a long time to heat up may loosely fasten the mouthpiece• [nadavi_h2]
6. Drager Alcotest 5510
- professional breathalyzer
- electrochemical sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 4.44 ppm
- error – 10%
- food: AA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off, low battery indicator
• The most expensive breathalyzer rating is designed for professional use (or you are not averse to giving extra thousands for the sake of exceptional measurement accuracy). It has enough battery life for 1500 measurements, and it produces ultra-precise results.
• In addition to the electrochemical sensor and control of the completeness of exhalation, it also has an environmental sensor, so it will not be possible to deceive the device. Drager Alcotest 5510 is included in the state register of medical devices and can be used for official verification.
• The device supports several measurement modes – automatic with a mouthpiece, automatic without a mouthpiece and manual with a mouthpiece. It can be used at sub-zero temperatures – up to -5 °. For Russian conditions, even this sounds good.
Pros and consExceptional accuracySensor self-test functionEnvironmental monitoringMultiple measurement modesPrice• [nadavi_h2]
5. Delta AT-510
- personal breathalyzer
- semiconductor sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 1.9 ppm
- scale step: 0.01 ppm
- food: AAA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off
• Among the best breathalyzers there are very different ones – both professional models with a sky-high price tag, and tiny inexpensive devices that you don’t mind losing.
• Delta AT-510 is one of the latter. This is a small, light, light device, the appearance of which distinguishes it favorably from standard "bars" of more expensive breathalyzers. Although the screen is monochrome, the numbers on it are large, clear and easy to read.
• This breathalyzer is designed on the basis of a semiconductor sensor, which means that it is not suitable for professional use – a false alarm is possible if the configuration is similar to that of alcohol molecules.
Pros and cons small, light 4 interchangeable mouthpieces included well readable screen not too accurate possible false positives• [nadavi_h2]
4. DRIVESAFE II
- semi-professional breathalyzer
- electrochemical sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 9.99 ppm
- error – 5%
- scale step: 0.01 ppm
- food: AA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off, low battery indicator
• This is a small and light breathalyzer with a huge LCD screen. It has a color indication, so if the alcohol in your blood exceeds a dangerous threshold, it is impossible to miss it – the screen will glow red. But do not be afraid that the color screen will quickly discharge the device, the manufacturer assures that DRIVESAFE II is able to run as many as 1000 tests on one battery.
• The accuracy of this model is at the official level – DRIVESAFE II received a special certificate from the Ministry of Health and Social Development and is included in the State Register of Medical Devices. Therefore, the device can be used in the enterprise, for example, when checking drivers before a flight. For clarity, the amount of alcohol in the blood can be displayed through one of six dimensional scales (mg / l, g / dl, mgk / l, etc.).
• DRIVESAFE II is one of those rare breathalyzer models that can operate over a wide temperature range. The results will be accurate from 0 to 50°, and the device can be stored at temperatures from -30° to plus 70°.
Pros and conscolor displayhigh accuracymultiple unitsprice• [nadavi_h2]
3. META 02 spectrophotometric
- professional breathalyzer
- spectrophotometric sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 3 ppm
- error – 20%
- sound, visual indication
- clock, PC/phone connection, low battery indicator
• Opens the top 3 best breathalyzers with a model with a harsh Soviet design and font. However, you should not look contemptuously at the shell, because inside lies a spectrophotometric sensor with very accurate measurement, instant warm-up before measurement and fast turn-on time.
• META 02 is included in the state register of medical devices and can be used for official checks. The device has a huge resource – it can be used for mass surveys at enterprises.
• Moreover, the device is not powered by a battery, but by a rechargeable battery. The breathalyzer can transmit data to a computer or mobile phone. And although the screen of the device, frankly, is small, but the menu is clear, simple, and the measurement results are stored in memory for up to 4 hours.
Pros and consmeasurement accuracylong liferechargeable batterycompatibility with PC/phoneprice•
2. Inspector AT850
- electrochemical sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 4 ppm
- food: AAA, 2 pcs
- visual indication
• In terms of popularity, the model made in South Korea slightly fell short of the leader in the breathalyzer rating.
• It is distinguished by thoughtful ergonomics and most of all resembles the once popular clamshell mobile phones, due to the hinged lid. On it, the manufacturer placed a brief user manualn and contact numbers of service centers.
• The lid, in addition to protecting the display from external influences, has another function – under it there is a special niche for storing the mouthpiece.
• Separately, we note that the breathalyzers of the Inspector brand have their own service centers, where the product can be given for free calibration, repaired or replaced in case of marriage.
Pros and conselectrochemical sensorreplaceable mouthpiecesbright screenno• [nadavi_h2]
1. Alcogran AG-125
- personal breathalyzer
- electrochemical sensor
- blowing with mouthpiece
- measurement up to: 2 ppm
- scale step: 0.001 ppm
- food: AAA, 2 pcs
- sound, visual indication
- auto power off, low battery indicator
• The best breathalyzer in the ranking is made in Hong Kong, and it differs from its "colleagues" only in the elegant yellow color of the case. For its price, the device has a traditional set of functions: it can remember the last five results, it takes only 10 seconds to prepare for a measurement, and it requires calibration after 500 measurements (or one year of use).
• True, the delicate device will not endure the Siberian winters and is designed only for temperatures above zero. It is powered by one AA battery, Alcogran AG-125 does not have a battery, although when buying a high-quality power source, it will last for a long time – at least for a year.
• As for accuracy, here Alcogran AG-125 slightly overestimates the readings towards danger (shows 0,170 with a real amount of 0,150 mg / l). The perseverance and constancy with which the device does this at all levels of measurement suggests that this was done on purpose to reduce the danger on the roads. Of course, I would like more accurate measurements, but this way the driver gets a kind of small "airbag" – if Alcogran AG-125 did not find alcohol in his breath, then in which case the traffic police will definitely not detect it.
Pros and Cons• [nadavi_h2]
