I need to have a means to check my BAC before driving. I am a very good driver - in almost 30 years, I have never so much as dented a car I was driving except the one time I was stopped at a traffic light and got rear-ended. That said, just because I think - even *know* - that "I can drive", the law may say otherwise. With limits reduced to a meager 0.08%, I am entirely positive I have driven over that limit before and I don't want that to happen again. I cannot afford a DUI.
I shopped around and immediately discarded all of the cheap-o keychain options. I am not interested in fail/pass (read: alcohol present vs. not, at all) device. I want an accurate measurement. If I am at 0.08%, or above, I look to either find another mode of transportation or wait it out some, depending. In purchasing this device, I spent more than I had anticipated, but this is an occasion where quality cannot be sacrificed.
It arrived quickly after ordering. Within the box was a nice carrying case, the device, an instruction booklet, a registration reminder, a pair of AA batteries, and a half-dozen individually sealed mouthpieces.
I reviewed the instruction booklet. It is front-loaded with a few pages of general information RE: alcohol consumption. After that, there are a couple pages dedicated to the operation of the device. The instructions were stone-cold simple except for ONE thing. It made reference to pressing the "Power Button" which is, in fact, the "Start" button. I took a measurement and it seemed to operate just fine, registering a solid 0.00% result, which is good since it is still the middle of the afternoon and I am not an alcoholic.
The device is solidly built and everything fits nicely in the case, which zippers shut. It can easily fit in one of the several storage cubbies in our car. I intend to throw a spare set of batteries in there and leave it in the vehicle.
Anyway, my wife and I have an active social life and, quite often, it involves some booze. I'll probably be using this device once a week. I will update this review with tales of "actual usage" as they unfold. I may just "calibrate" it tonight, for kicks.
There is nothing I see, so far, though that renders this anything less than a five star product. Only tips are: Have spare batteries. Register the product online (takes 30 seconds). Wait 20 minutes after your last drink before expecting an accurate measurement. Be prepared to send it off for calibration once a year. That should do it.
Good luck and stay safe and out of trouble!
EDIT: The night I purchased the device, I drank some beers and measured the results. They were exactly what I expected them to be. Measuring after waiting 20 minutes after each beer yielded increasing results. I did this for eight beers. About two hours after no longer drinking, the results started to go downward. I am confident I will not only have a good measurement when it comes time to drive, but I will also develop a better sense of what different levels of buzzed/drunk translate to in terms of raw BAC numbers...and how long those numbers take to diminish after stopping drinking for the evening. This is good information to have.
EDIT2: After using this device for some months, I absolutely love it. I have basically trained myself to enjoy the evening, but end it under the legal limit. When I go to the car, I check my level and, almost without fail, I am able to predict what it is within 0.005...just based upon what I have consumed and how I feel. No more guesswork. No more risk. I cannot recommend this enough. I have had friends witness my use of the device (and the eerie accuracy of my predictions..."I feel like about a 0.065"...BOOM!) and they have been quite impressed. Hopefully the behavior will rub off on a few of them and they, too, will render themselves immune to unnecessary trouble.
EDIT3: 6/26/2015. Well, some nasty person broke into my Jeep Wrangler while I was attending a rock concert with my son, destroyed my locked glove compartment (but couldn't get it open), cracked open the locked middle console, and stole my BACtrack S80 (among other things). I just ordered $800 worth of Tuffy gear (secure glove compartment, middle console, and rear compartment), so that's not going to happen again, but, more pertinent to this product, I am purchasing the same exact BACtrack S80, again. That is how good it is. Meh. It was up for calibration, anyway.
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Founded in 2001, BACtrack is one of the pioneers of the personal alcohol tester industry. Since then, BACtrack has grown into one of the global leaders in the alcohol testing space, providing some of the most accurate and affordable breath alcohol testing devices and software on the market.
Designed and engineered at their headquarters in San Francisco, CA, BACtrack breathalyzers are now sold in over 20,000 stores and 25 countries worldwide.
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"Owning a BACtrack doesn't make you an alcoholic, it makes you a responsible drinker. This is a no brainer for anyone who drinks."
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#1 Rated Breathalyzer
"We're sure the BACtrack S80 is the most accurate, reliable, and easiest-to-use personal breathalyzer that you can buy." - Wirecutter
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Easy to use & carry around
"This tiny breathalyzer is perfect for on the go. I love having it around with friends after work so everyone can get home safely."
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Your true BAC may surprise you
"Whether you are a regular drinker or occasional, anyone who enjoys alcoholic beverages should own a BACtrack and use it regularly."
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"Perfect for testing my alcohol level before I drive home. It’s so small - it fits in my purse, I don’t even notice it!"
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"The best tool I have ever bought. I'm shocked at how buzzed a legal limit of 0.08 feels! Worth every penny."
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A Leader in Breathalyzers
Founded in 2001, BACtrack is one of the pioneers of the personal alcohol tester industry. Since then, BACtrack has grown into one of the global leaders in the alcohol testing space, providing some of the most accurate and affordable breath alcohol testing devices on the market.
Designed and engineered at their headquarters in San Francisco, CA, BACtrack breathalyzers are now sold in over 20,000 stores and 25 countries worldwide.
BACtrack S80 Professional Breathalyzer
The premier professional breathalyzers on the market
The BACtrack S80 Breathalyzer is designed to meet the rigorous standards of expert alcohol screeners - from roadside law enforcement to hospital workers and treatment professionals. Approved by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the S80 has also been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration for personal use, making it a top choice of safety-conscious individuals.
- Xtend Fuel Cell Sensor Technology – delivers police-grade accuracy, plus extended battery life.
- One-Button Operation – Press power and begin testing. Results displayed in less than 10 seconds.
- Advanced features include continuous temperature checking and internal pump system for breath capture.
- Crisp 4 digit LCD display provides easy, accurate results, test results in extended accuracy format.
Why Choose a BACtrack Professional Series Breathalyzer?
Police-Grade Accuracy, Every Time You Test
All BACtrack Professional Series breathalyzers employ BACtrack's proprietary police-grade Xtend Fuel Cell Sensor Technology and are ideal for applications that demand the most accurate results, such as clinical or roadside alcohol testing or personal BAC monitoring.
Precise, Consistent BAC Results
The linear response of BACtrack's Xtend Fuel Cell Sensor delivers precise results over the complete range of alcohol concentrations expected in the breath, from 0.000 to 0.400 percent BAC and excels in instances where individuals are tested repeatedly in a short period of time
Long-Term Reliability
BACtrack's Xtend Fuel Cell Sensors have an extended sensor life (when compared with other traditional sensors), which allows BACtrack Pro Series breathalyzers to maintain their accuracy for up to thousands of tests, delivering long-term reliability you can trust.
Benefits of Xtend Fuel Cell Sensor Technology
- Police-Grade Accuracy
- Precise, Consistent BAC Results
- Long-Term Reliability
- Sensitive Enough for High BAC Testing
- Faster Warm Up Time
- Longer Battery Life
- No False Positives
BACtrack S80 Features
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Simple, One-Touch OperationThe S80 is easy to use - insert the two AA batteries that come with the product, and it's ready to test. When you press the start button, the BACtrack S80 counts down for approximately 10 seconds, preparing the system for a breath sample. When the countdown reaches zero, blow steadily and continuously for at least 5 seconds. If a sufficient breath sample has been taken, the user's estimated BAC is displayed on the screen. |
Reliable Performance, Accurate ResultsDespite its small size, the BACtrack S80 packs serious technology inside its black plastic casing. There is a miniature air pump inside the S80 that activates at the end of each breath sample. You can actually feel the 'click' during each test. This proprietary internal sampling system ensures that a precise breath sample enters the alcohol fuel cell sensor, and is one of the reasons why the S80 provides trusted, accurate results every test. |
Test Yourself, Friends and FamilyWith it's easy to read LCD screen, extraordinary battery life and six extra included mouthpieces, BACtrack S80 is perfect for testing yourself as well as your friends and family. Take it with you wherever you go and gain peace of mind while keeping your loved ones safe with BACtrack. |
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| Ideal Use | Personal & Professional | Personal & Professional | Personal & Professional | Personal | Personal | Personal |
| Alcohol Sensor Type | Platinum Fuel Cell | Platinum Fuel Cell | Platinum Fuel Cell | Platinum Fuel Cell | Platinum Fuel Cell | Semiconductor |
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| Wireless Connectivity to iOS & Android Devices | ✓ - Required | ✓ - Optional | ✓ - Optional | |||
| ZeroLine Technology - Estimates Time to 0.00% BAC | ✓ - App Only | ✓ - App & Device | ✓ - App Only | |||
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| Battery Type | 2 x AA batteries | 2 x AAA batteries | Micro-USB Rechargeable Lithium Ion | 1 x AAA battery | 1 x AAA battery | 1 x AAA battery |
| Size (L x W x H) | 2.00" x 0.75" x 4.75" | 1.87" x 0.63" x 4.25" | 1.75" x 0.63" x 2.75" | 2.50" x 0.66" x 2.20" | 2.21" x 0.66" x 1.88" | 2.40" x 0.55" x 1.45" |
| Weight (including battery) | 136g | 85g | 57g | 57g | 57g | 57g |
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