Product details
BACtrack Mobile breathalyser – professional-grade accuracy & smartphone connectivity
This compact gadget punches well above its weight. BACtrack Mobile uses the same Xtend fuel‑cell sensor technology relied on by hospitals and police forces, so the readings aren’t a stab in the dark but consistent, repeatable numbers. If you’re wondering whether that last pint means you should drive or not, this gives the kind of reassurance that helps you make a smarter choice.
What makes it different
Not all breathalysers are cut from the same cloth. The Mobile pairs with your phone over Bluetooth, lays out clear Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) results in the app and keeps a history you can refer back to. It also has ZeroLine — an estimator that tells you roughly how long until your BAC hits 0.00% — useful when plans change and you’d rather not be the designated dodgy driver. The New York Times even noted it matched a police‑grade unit in one comparison, so it’s well thought of for accuracy.
Features and specifications
- The Xtend fuel‑cell sensor delivers professional‑grade accuracy — the same core tech used in clinical and law enforcement devices.
- Wireless Bluetooth connection to Apple iPhone and Google/Samsung Android phones; the app displays readings and stores your history.
- Apple HealthKit integration lets you save results to your health data if you want to keep track.
- ZeroLine estimates how long until your BAC returns to 0.00%, making it easier to plan your journey home.
- Call a rideshare directly from the app — handy when the reading says you shouldn’t drive.
- Compact size (approx. 4.45 x 1.6 x 6.99 cm) and light weight (~56.7 g) — slips into a pocket or bag with no bother.
- Includes a rechargeable lithium‑ion battery; one‑year warranty covers manufacturing defects for the first year.
Who this is for
Perfect for anyone who enjoys a drink but still wants to make sensible decisions afterwards. It’s great for nights out, gatherings, celebrations and workplaces where a quick estimate of impairment helps. Bear in mind this is a consumer device for estimating BAC — it’s useful for informing your choices but it isn’t a replacement for official, legally admissible testing.
Practical notes and tips
To get the most reliable result, don’t test straight after drinking — leftover mouth alcohol can push readings up. Wait a few minutes and then blow steadily into the mouthpiece. If pairing the app ever plays up, try toggling Bluetooth or restarting the app; those tricks usually sort things. And if your phone’s dead, give it some charge first — the device can display a reading but can’t save or share results without a connection.
A neat, well‑made device with pro‑level sensing tucked into a very portable package. It won’t replace professional testing where legally required, but for giving you peace of mind before you get behind the wheel, it’s a proper handy bit of kit. No faffing about with vague guesses — get a clear number and decide sensibly.