“I am an ignition interlock technician. I run and manage multiple service centers that install ignition interlocks (breathlyzers) into people's vehicles that get a DUI, DWI, APC or other alcohol or drug related offense. I have been doing this for three and ahalf years. I purchased this device because if I receive a DUI I lose my job. Not because my boss would frown upon me receiving a DUI but because the my state won't certify a person that has a DUI. In fact they will actually revoke your certification if you do. That being said, my BACtrack-Element Breathalyzer has been extremely reliable, accurate and has saved me from drinking and driving numerous times. For those of you that either have a BacTrac or are about to buy one I can tell you this. Most states have an offense called an APC (Actual Physical Control) where if you are in or near your vehicle with your keys and are intoxicated you can be arrested. Most states treat this just like a DUI when it comes to getting a Breathalyzer in your car. If you get one of these Bactracs which I recommend. DO NOT WAIT TO GET OUT TO YOUR CAR BEFORE YOU BLOW INTO YOUR BREATHALYZER! You want to see how high your BAC (Breath Alcohol Content) is before you go out to your car. All states you want your BAC level to be under .050 which is a DWI, the lighter version of a DUI which is .080, before you go out to your vehicle. I hope none of you will ever need my services and I can tell you that if you buy one of these you are far less likely to get an alcohol related driving offense.”
“I've been using the Element for about 2 years now and have been extremely happy with it. We like to have gatherings of friends at our house and as the night goes on... the Element comes out. Its funny to see how many people actually want to use it to see their BAC levels, which also makes it easier to convince them to get a ride home or call a cab. I'm going to give it a 4/5 on reliability only based on the fact that sometimes it takes several tries to get an accurate reading, but human error could play a part in this.”
“I bought this approximately a month ago and I am happy to say that this item is very easy to use and very effective. Couldn't be more satisfied and it gives me a peace of mind.”
“I bought two BACtrack Elements models so both my wife and I could keep them in our vehicles. With the holiday season nearing, the potential to partake in consumption of adult beverages is greater. Not only do we have peace of mind that we're driving legally but can make sure that our friends and relatives are safe as well before they get behind the wheel. We highly recommend that anyone who ever consumes alcohol uses a BAC track before they drive to protect themselves and those around them.”
“This does what it promises. It is a small, easy-to-use, (presumably) accurate BAC meter. I had trouble choosing which model to get, since there were several that seemed similar. I wish there had been more info about the differences, if any. There are two things about this model that I wish I had been aware of. One is that it makes a lot of loud beeps while doing its job! I'd like to be able to use the meter discreetly at times, but that's tough to do with this noisy little guy. Second, I was disappointed to learn that I am supposed to wait 20 minutes AFTER drinking or eating to use it. That's inconvenient and something I wish I had known. I wonder if either of those points distinguish this model from the others.”
“The reason I bought this unit because it has 3 digits display. Most of the time it pretty accurate. I used it about 10 times. However, one time I didn't drink or eat anything but it gave a reading of .0012”
