This question can have maaaaany answers and can vary greatly. But of course, we are talking about Home Breathalyzers. You knew that right?? Although there a few government and Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) approved breathalyzers on the market, Frattoys.com offers you a few of these key chain sized devices to choose from.  While most of these devices are for fun, we do offer our more serious alcoholic customers a AlcAlert D.O.T. approved breathalyzer.

What is a home breathalyzer?

A home breathalyzer (a.k.a. portable, key chain breathalyzer) is a portable device small enough to fit on your keychain often enough that can determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). There are many products out there which vary in accuracy and portability. Of the home breathalyzers we offer, all of ours rank well on the portability. Currently, our breathalyzers are used more for fun. They are a hit at college dorm parties or any other alcohol event.

Why should I have a home breathalyzer?

To see how crocked you and your buddies can get. The fun of it is trying to guess what you will blow after 5, 6, 10, 20 beers.

On the safety side of things, you can get an idea of whether you should get behind the wheel or not.  Of course, we would never encourage anyone to drive under the influence. These little gems can help save your car, license, your life or the life of someone else. It is not recommended to use these portable breathalyzers as the be all end all in making the right decision though. Always remember the police have the only breathalyzers that really count.

Currently, Frattoys.com sells three different models of portable breathalyzers. Below, is a summary of each breathalyzer.

Digital LCD Display Breathalyzer - $17.95

     -  3 digit LCD display to show your current BAC level

     -  Semiconductor technology for improved accuracy

     -  Audible alarm indicating a positive test

     -  Powered by 2 AAA batteries

     -  Quick warm up, recovery and response time

     -  Comes with a wrist strap to keep it close to you at all times

     -  Small enough to fit into a purse or pocket. Roughly the same size as a cell phone

     -  Our Ratings:

        o   7/10 for Value

        o   4/10 for Accuracy

        o   6/10 for Portability

SafeDrive Key Chain Breathalyzer - $35.95

     -  3 digit LCD display

     -  3 LED indicators indicate when device is Ready (Green), .02 (Yellow), .05 (Red)

     -  Built-in flashlight

     -  Audible alerts

     -  Small enough to fit on your keychain

     -  Improved long battery life

     -  Our Ratings:

        o   7/10 for Value

        o   6/10 for Accuracy

        o   10/10 for Portability

AlcAlert Breath Alcohol Detector - $59.95 on sale

     -  D.O.T. Approved!

     -  3 digit Backlit LCD display

     -  Displays in .01% increments

     -  Semiconductor technology for increased accuracy

     -  Audible alerts

     -  Long battery life (included)

     -  Carrying pouch for preservation

     -  Our Ratings:

        o   10/10 for Value

        o   10/10 for Accuracy

        o   10/10 for Portability

To summarize, these portable breathalyzers are used mostly for fun. The AlcAlert Breath Alcohol Detector is D.O.T. approved and rates the highest in value, accuracy and portability. Again, Frattoys.com advises you to drink responsibly and do not drive while under the influence. If you think you’ve had too much to drink, spend a few bucks and pick up a portable breathalyzer and protect yourself and other drivers. We recommend you blow your own, rather than a police officer’s. You’ll stay out of trouble that way!