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2008 Hydro Photon SteriPen Adventurer | Reviewed On: September 18, 2008
Gear Reviews>>Hydration>>Purification>>Hydro Photon SteriPen AdventurerPRODUCT SUMMARY
By powderjunky
THE GOOD
The SteriPen is light and compact and destroys 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, Giardia. It only takes 90 seconds to purify a Nalgene liter bottle. A solar battery charger is an additional option.
THE BAD
The Steripen is very fragile and extra care must be taken to ensure a functional unit.
The batteries are very expensive, $14-$20. Also it is recommended not to store the batteries in the unit so you have take keep taking them out and putting them in. Very annoying especially when it is cold.
It can only purify up to 1 liter at a time. It can only be used in wide mouth Nalgene-like bottles. Does not work with hydration packs.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
This has been a reliable purifier for me, but I carry extra batteries and tablets just in case it poops out or breaks. I also wrap it in an extra layer in my pack to protect it from damage.
It is easy to use but hard to remember. It all revolves around one button and a flashing light. Perhaps they could add more buttons, lights, or just print the instructions on the device so it's not hard to remember what all the different blinking lights mean.
This is a cool product with a lot of potential with some must do improvements.
By powderjunky
THE GOOD
The SteriPen is light and compact and destroys 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, Giardia. It only takes 90 seconds to purify a Nalgene liter bottle. A solar battery charger is an additional option.
THE BAD
The Steripen is very fragile and extra care must be taken to ensure a functional unit.
The batteries are very expensive, $14-$20. Also it is recommended not to store the batteries in the unit so you have take keep taking them out and putting them in. Very annoying especially when it is cold.
It can only purify up to 1 liter at a time. It can only be used in wide mouth Nalgene-like bottles. Does not work with hydration packs.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
This has been a reliable purifier for me, but I carry extra batteries and tablets just in case it poops out or breaks. I also wrap it in an extra layer in my pack to protect it from damage.
It is easy to use but hard to remember. It all revolves around one button and a flashing light. Perhaps they could add more buttons, lights, or just print the instructions on the device so it's not hard to remember what all the different blinking lights mean.
This is a cool product with a lot of potential with some must do improvements.
OUR ADVICE
AVG USER ADVICE
Novelty
AVG USER ADVICE
n/a
| MITTEN TEST | 1/5, Cap is hard to take off, and batteries are hard to insert, but button is easy to press. |
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| DURABILITY | 1/5, very fragile, my first one broke. |
| CUSTOMER SERVICE | 1/5, I recommend you go through the retailer you bought it from if you have any problems, not the manufacturer. |
| USABILITY | 4/5, Easy to use, hard to remember. |
Gear Reviews>>Hydration>>Purification>>Hydro Photon SteriPen Adventurer
PRODUCT SPECS
| AVG PRICE | $100.00 |
|---|---|
| PURIFICATION METHOD | Ultra-violet light |
| EFFICIENCY | 90 seconds per 1 liter(32 oz) |
| WEIGHT | 3.6oz (105g) w/ batteries |
| WARRANTY | Lifetime |
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