Customer Reviews

Swiss+Tech BodyGard 5-in-1 Multi-Function Emergency Tool with Key Ring

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Was in a very bad car accident on freeway in Feb 09. I had all front end damage and airbags went off the whole shabang. Very frightening. My car traveled across all lanes of the freeway and slammed into the brick wall on right shoulder. I was so shaken up but my adrenaline was pumping, smoke was everywhere in the car and I was afraid it was going to catch on fire, I tried to open my door but couldn't, I had been carrying the Swiss-tech BodyGard 5 in 1 on me for about a year. Sort of bulky on my set of car keys and I thought, when am I ever going to use this? I paid the $15 for it and at that moment when I reached for it (the keys were still in ignition)I was praying it would work. I pressed it up against the glass of the drivers side and POW the glass exploded and broke a gigantic hole. I cleared the rest away with my hand and climbed out the driver's window. I can attest to say that this product worked and I am so happy I had it on me and am happy to be alive.

I just bought two of these one for myself and one for my wife. I have a friend who works in a junk yard and agreed to let me try them out, the first one I used shoved the rod through the plastic on the inside and the second popped out but did not have the power to break the glass. PLEASE do not count on this to save your life if you do buy one try it out several times before you trust it. The light would be handy though if you turned on the light it might help the rescue divers find your body!

This came as part of a set of multiple items from Swiss-Tech. I tested the glass breaker, multiple times from various locations, and it didn't so much as scratch the glass. The siren can be loud, but it's also very easily stifled in the manner you are holding it. Haven't tested the seatbelt cutter, but I'm guessing my knives are just as well suited. It's way to bulky to be on my key chain.

Not very well made; probably will not be at hand should you ever need it, unless you carry it on your keychain; it's really too big & bulky to carry on your car's keychain.
I bought one, tried it out as best I could, and eventually just rejected it to my junk drawn.

I have this on my key chain and doing construction work I guess to much dust got in it. So the alarm started to go off randomly so I had to take the battery out. Now that those features don't even work anymore its just bulkier than it should be. I have not used the seat belt cutter or the spring-loaded point yet. I recommend getting the ResQMe version even though I have not used it, it does the same thing as mine now.

Haven't actually tried this item out myself as I bought 7 of them for gifts for teen and young adult relatives. A friend has one and loves it; especially the light. I was disappointed to see them on clearance at Staples for less than half of what I paid just after I placed the order. But my order arrived quickly and packed well.

I have this item in my car... Has a good sturdy build, cuts seatbelt breaks glass and also for the price gives you a bit more than other items alike... has a decent led light and a beacon for emergency and a very loud high pitch alarm... A tool you must own in your car!

Too big and bulky for me. I think I would have rather had the Rescue-Me version of this item. I do think its more practical than the full-size hammer. The siren is not loud, and I wouldn't think to use it.

... Pulls from key chain easily with a yank, but it looks to be attached firmly enough to not yank itself free during a car accident's rapid deceleration.
... Having this device hanging from your ignition means it's more likely to be within reach. There are more effective tools, like larger emergency hammers, but your steering column will always be right in front of you. Another device may not. Anyone who's ever had their seatbelt lock as they reached for the radio or glove compartment or spilled coffee should be able to relate.
... Haven't tested on auto glass, but breaker pin has a surprisingly good punch for not being difficult to push. A lot of tool punches are difficult to press in, but this requires minimal effort and punches hard with a very sharp point. Don't test it too much on hard material which may dull the point.
... Flashlight is not bright, but in complete darkness, it may be greatly appreciated.
... I thought the sonic alarm was sadly inadequate, and really just a "feature" to make the device more attractive. You're better of yelling for help or screaming, as I don't think the sound of this alarm carries well or would dissuade or startle an attacker. And, as it's a small device, if you're not holding it perfectly, your hand muffles the sound very easily.
... It's right for the price, as long as you're not depending on the extra features, and really, having a light in a dark place could be invaluable. But since I was buying several, I only bought these for female relatives that might feel more more comfortable having a light and alarm. To save money, I bought the ResQMe for male relatives or females that I know carry lights on their keychains. The yellow ResQMe's are easier to see in dim light and have the two most important features, glass breaking and belt cutting.ResQMe, The Keychain Version of the Original LifeHammer (Yellow), Pack of 2

I've found it handy to have this in the glove box, and would happily give it as a gift to family. While originally, this was an emergency only item, it is also a perfectly good back up flashlight and cutting edge.

I was curious, and tried the pressurized tip, which was much more powerful than you'd expect in such a small item. It put a ding into hard wood on the first tap. I'd expect this to go through a side window in one tap, and a windshield in two or three. This doesn't require much hand strength, if you hand it to a young driver or older child, they will be able to break glass. I tried the blade, which cuts nicely through yarn or string. Most things you'd want to cut (aside from a seat belt or other cord) wouldn't fit, so this doesn't completely replace a knife or travel scissors.

The light is what you'd expect, bright enough to read a map, or decide whether a tire is flat. Like most reviewers, I think the red light and noise aren't all that useful. Lastly, the key ring, which I don't use, but is quite suitable for a back up house key. I don't see a reason to use this on an every day key chain. It isn't necessary outside of the car, and it's a bit larger than a keychain swiss knife. Certainly, would be small enough to clip to a visor as a maplight (think geek does sell clips) but it takes up practically no space in the glove box.