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Pros & Cons
Pros
It is well made with a very sleek design. I bet this'll run my car/motorcycle/atv. A tad hot. Hopefully my points of clarification will help you to look past some of the negative reviews.
This device is priceless--well its about 20 dollars. Works perfectly. Very easy to use.
Cons
Dry red wine with 11% shows 18-20% and for sweet fortified wine with abv ~18% the refractometer readings overflow. Not only is it off by a factor of 10% or more, the screwdriver that you use to calibrate it was missing. The unit then reads 4-6 % below... Read More
Read a few reviews stating the same after trying it out. This thing is worthless.
Highlights
Quality
Easy to use now i dont have to spill out a good drink just to measure the alcohol level like with the float hydrometer, it take... Read More
Easy to use and seems accurate based on the known proof stuff i tested on it.
They work, the whiskey tastes great but i could tell by the heat that they were too hot and needed dilution.
To calibrate to zero line unscrew black adjustment screw,you will see a black threaded rod coming out of the silver rod,turn th... Read More
Price
Factor in the additional cost and time commitment for maintaining accuracy.
Ultimately, the choice hinges on your budget, spirit types, and desired level of accuracy.
However, its hefty price tag, limited scope, and potential calibration needs necessitate careful consideration.
Packaging/appearance
I used the product as soon as the package came in and loved how the product worked.
Came calibrated, verified with a known proof, and it was dead on.
Competitiveness
Pricey ponderings:➡️ costly convenience: compared to traditional hydrometers, refractometers represent a significant investment.
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easy, accurate, great, proof and calibrated. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
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- This product had a total of 820 reviews as of our last analysis date on Sep 23 2024.
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Versatility might be lacking for brewers and vintners
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
However its hefty price tag limited scope and potential calibration needs necessitate careful consideration
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Came calibrated verified with a known proof and it was dead on
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
It works on distilled spirits only
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
I got one of those small oak aging barrels for christmas then bought a size larger on sale from the seller
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Went to the store and bought some legal moonshine and everclear to increase the proof for aging
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