Product details
AlcoSense French NF-certified breathalysers – twin pack for France & EU travel
Heading to France or touring around Europe and not sure which breathalyser to trust? These AlcoSense NF‑certified testers are among the few officially approved by the French National Laboratory (LNE) and are even supplied to the Gendarmerie Nationale for roadside screening. That’s handy when French law expects you to carry two devices in the car — this twin pack sorts that straight away.
what they are and why they matter
They’re single‑use chemical breathalysers that use a blow bag to make sure the correct volume of breath is sampled. Too little air can give a falsely low result, too much can throw things off — the bag removes that faff and gives a more reliable one‑shot outcome. The chemical crystals in the test tube change colour when they detect alcohol, so the result is straightforward to read without any fiddly electronics.
easy to use, quick results
They’re a doddle to use: blow into the supplied bag, slot on the tester tube, squeeze the air through the tube and wait. The colour change is clear and the whole thing takes roughly two minutes. No charging, no apps, no calibration — ideal for the glovebox when you want a quick check before you drive.
real-life benefits and use cases
- Drivers travelling to France who must carry two breathalysers will find this twin pack both compliant and convenient.
- A great backup to digital units: when in doubt, a disposable chemical test gives a fast, obvious indication.
- Perfect for rental car users, travellers and anyone who wants a quick roadside check after social drinking.
- Handy for families or groups on the move — two testers means sharing is simple and fair.
specifications and notes
Manufacturer: Now Group UK Ltd
Brand: AlcoSense
Model / part number: ALCNFTWIN
Certification: NF standard NFX20‑702:2014, certified by LNE (French National Laboratory)
Product dimensions: 4.3 x 6.4 x 10.4 cm
Item weight: 40.8 g
Power / voltage: 12 Volts (as supplied in product data) – this is a disposable chemical product, so there’s nothing to charge
Contents: 2 disposable breathalyser testers (packaging may vary)
things to keep in mind
- These are disposable chemical screening devices intended to meet French legal requirements; they’re not electronic precision instruments for repeated calibration checks.
- Always follow local drink‑driving laws — a low or negative result here isn’t a cast‑iron guarantee. If you’re unsure, don’t drive.
- Results can be affected by recent smoking, food or mouthwash; for the cleanest reading, wait a short while after smoking, eating or using mouthwash before testing.
All in all, if you want a straightforward, officially recognised and portable solution for driving in France and travelling around Europe, the AlcoSense NF twin pack is a no‑nonsense option. Quick, easy and reassuring when it matters most.