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Changing Lifestyles Safe er Grip 11 5 Balance Assist Bar
Last Updated: September 30, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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999
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362.87 grams
WEIGHT
409 meters
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Review Analysis - 975 recent, verified reviews
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Water Resistance
251tub, tile, surgery, bath, wall
+84%
-16%
" ... So I've purchased a second bar, which I placed on the outside edge of the shower, to assist with getting in and out of the shower. ... "
" ... This very helpful for the shower or tubs I lose my balance most of the time this very helpful ... "
" ... used for help in & out oh shower. ... "
" ... I ordered this for my mom, and it has made it a lot easier for her to get in and out of the shower without having to try to install a more permanent option at her apartment. ... "
" ... Decent look in the shower. ... "
" ... I bought this along with a shower stool for my bathtub because of a recent foot surgery. ... "
" ... Grips the wall securely and gives one a hand hold so no one slips in the shower. ... "
" ... These attached easily and have stayed in place in my tiled shower for nearly a month. ... "
Fit
203tile, grip, shower, suction, falling
+64%
-36%
" ... Easiest item to attach and detach. ... "
" ... definitely holds tight and is helpful to provide stability getting in and out of the tub ... "
" ... They are more secure on their feet having something to hold. ... "
" ... I check them frequently, and they are always secure, we've had no problems at all. ... "
" ... Did not have to drill holes in very hard ceramic tiles to attach these handy safety grips ... "
" ... I was surprised how much better I felt using this knowing I wasnt going to loose my balance and slip or fall. ... "
" ... Hand grab bars have made the difference of my husband being able to safely enter & exit the shower, without fear of falling. ... "
" ... Use in sewing room to hold rotary cutting templates and rulers. ... "
Build Quality
130grip, shower, secure, fell, tub
+76%
-24%
" ... Grips the wall securely and gives one a hand hold so no one slips in the shower. ... "
" ... I bought this for my daughter when she broke her leg, to help her get herself in and out of the tub. ... "
" ... Seems sturdy & glad I purchased it. ... "
" ... They hold so well it feels like the shower wall would let go before they do. ... "
" ... Good product very durable ... "
" ... I can find no real differences except there is a rubberized grip on this model, which may make it easier to handle. ... "
" ... I purposely chose a very sturdy surround - I really don't like those surrounds that seem flimsy and give when you lean on them. ... To my surprise, it was quite well attached, held my weight (although I am still concerned about leaning way out with my entire body weight), and completely stabilized me. ... "
" ... This hugs the wall and feels very sturdy! ... "
Suction
121cups, strong, tile, cup, surface
+64%
-36%
" ... The power of the suction cups is incredibly strong, but you still need to test them every time before you use/rely on them. ... "
" ... Inexpensive yet its good product, suction cups are ver good ... "
" ... Suction is super strong and haven't had to redo it at all. ... "
" ... It has great suction. ... "
" ... ****For safety, be sure to test that the suction is strong before weight-bearing for the first time! ... "
" ... strong suction on shower wall. ... "
" ... It was easy to release the suction so they could be moved. ... "
" ... Make sure to wet suction and allow to dry before using. ... "
Ease of Use
99easy, easy to use, super, remove, sturdy
+99%
-1%
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Very easy to install and to remove, to move or adjust is quick and easy. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Easy to install and use. ... "
" ... They were both easy to place and lock down. ... "
" ... Easy to attach and a helpful aid for getting in and out of tub ... "
" ... They're super easy to put on. ... "
Comfort
98secure, fell, falling, fall, surgery
+69%
-31%
" ... Works perfectly, simple to install, could actually save a person from falling and badly hurting themselves. ... "
" ... Sliding it seems to work better that pulling up to remove it. ... "
" ... This just saved me from that fall. ... "
" ... I trust them to hold my weight and have no fear of slipping and falling anymore. ... "
" ... Next best thing to a permanently-installed hand-hold. ... "
" ... they stick securely, and the handle is just the right size and shape to provide a secure hand hold. ... I feel much more secure now that I have them. ... "
" ... It was a great help when I was recovering from knee surgery. ... "
" ... I was surprised how much better I felt using this knowing I wasnt going to loose my balance and slip or fall. ... "
Setup
93install, installed, easy, instructions, installation
+96%
-4%
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... It was easy to install. ... "
" ... Ease of installation ... "
" ... Can install in variety of positions. ... "
" ... Very easy to install and to remove, to move or adjust is quick and easy. ... "
" ... They have been up for almost 2 weeks and are just as sturdy as the first day they were installed. ... "
" ... Good product, good design, easy to install, perfect to young kids and old people. ... "
" ... Easy to install ... "
Device Stand
57shower, stick, secure, tiles, tile
+49%
-51%
" ... Doesn’t stay on wall ... "
" ... Now, I can’t get it to attach to the wall at all. ... "
" ... Seems to secure nice but suddenly will fall off the wall. ... "
" ... I ordered just one and trust me, it's stuck on my wall! ... "
" ... Also, when I put a little weight on it, it came off the wall. ... "
" ... It will not stick to the shower wall at all. ... "
" ... wouldn't stay on wall ... "
" ... Cheaply made and will not stay attached to the shower wall ... "
Cleaning
46clean, tile, suction, smooth, shower
+72%
-28%
" ... Clean regular white tiles. ... "
" ... The surface they're mounted on is smooth and clean. ... "
" ... It is very easy to install, but make sure your shower wall is squeaky clean. ... "
" ... The materials are very sturdy and its easy to clean if it gets dirty. ... It tells you to not install on tile grout lines or on textured surfaces. ... "
" ... Follow the directions and make sure you clean the area as directed. ... "
" ... If you clean the area well, and apply the right pressure hopefully you won't have any problems. ... "
" ... Just clean the surface good, pops right in to place ... "
" ... Since our shower is a smooth material (not tile) it makes a really strong seal with the suction cups, so they feel really sturdy. ... "
Capacity
44bathroom, shower, tile, tiles, tub
+84%
-16%
" ... Stuck very well to my shower walls on first application. ... "
" ... The are easy to install and really stick well to the bath walls. ... "
" ... This goes with us when we leave home. ... "
" ... This is one item that can make a big difference in the safety of your every day living, 100%. ... "
" ... We suctioned it onto our tile shower and it has never moved! ... "
" ... I bought another pair for my guest bathroom too. ... "
" ... This item has allowed my mother more mobility in her bathroom. ... "
" ... We placed them in the bathroom. ... "
Product Reliability
41weeks, month, later, reliable, spot
+61%
-39%
" ... So far, no fails. ... "
" ... Installed over a month ago. ... "
" ... Working great so far. ... "
" ... If you need one of these then this is a good, reliable one. ... "
" ... Product works as designed if installed properly. ... I installed this for help after hip replacement surgery and it is still firmly in place after 3 months. ... "
" ... I liked it so much I’m still using it months later. ... "
" ... Have been using it for 6 months without issues, ... "
" ... Reliable so far for over a month. ... "
Price
34worth the money, worth, waste of money, product, money
+76%
-24%
" ... Style and price were great. ... "
" ... Work on really good and the price amazing. ... "
" ... i love these and plan to buy some more before they go back up in price! ... "
" ... Very secure and great for the price . ... "
" ... The price was good and it sure seems to have been manufactured with high quality standards. ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... But my sense of safety is worth the money spent. ... "
" ... These are definitely worth buying. ... "
" ... Looked at a lot of these and liked the reviews and the price. ... "
Size
21put, travel, size, take, perfect size
+76%
-24%
" ... I bought this to attach to my large quilting ruler. ... "
" ... We use it at home and take it for travel. ... "
" ... Easy to install - can accommodate heavy weight. ... "
" ... Perfect size for 4x 4 tikes! ... "
" ... This is the perfect size for many uses. ... "
" ... Travels well, too! ... "
" ... It is heavy duty and quality is great! ... "
" ... It is great for balance but is not designed to hold you total weight. ... "
Returns
19returning, returned, back, one, box
+5%
-95%
" ... I bought four & returned them all. ... "
" ... It will be returned. ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
" ... I had to return this item as it didn't work for me. ... "
" ... I would return it if it was not past the return date! ... "
" ... I would return it except the box got tossed. ... I am returning that one. ... "
" ... Too bad I threw out the box otherwise I’d return it. ... "
" ... Returned for refund. ... "
Weight
18put, body, heavy, full, balance
+61%
-39%
" ... It is great for balance but is not designed to hold you total weight. ... "
" ... It is heavy duty and quality is great! ... "
" ... It holds up with heavy weight applied a pulled on ... "
" ... Can totally put my whole body weight (180lbs) into this thing and it won't budge. ... "
" ... Sticks great and can withstand a lot of weight. ... "
" ... Work perfectly at even a 220+ weight ... "
" ... Not made for whole weight(label) but it works well. ... "
" ... To my surprise, it was quite well attached, held my weight (although I am still concerned about leaning way out with my entire body weight), and completely stabilized me. ... "
Storage
15holds, getting, weight, put, bar
+93%
-7%
" ... Best product that has kept us from falling in and out of tub. ... "
" ... I’ve had these in my tub area for more than a year now. ... "
" ... Wonderful product for older people to hold onto getting in and out of tub. ... "
" ... Small enough to throw in a bag discreetly. ... "
" ... Price is about 1/3 of similar items in big box stores. ... "
" ... Stays in place and holds my weight as I balance getting in and out of tub. ... "
" ... I received Helping Handle Brand twice by mistake and in comparison that brand is NG. ... "
" ... Lbs and it holds for me to pull up ... "
For Travel
13travel, take, hotel, vacation, trip
+85%
-15%
" ... I had a similar item for many years, but during a vacation I left it and purchased this as a replacement. ... "
" ... They are so good we took them on vacation with use to reinforce the bathroom at the hotel we stayed in! ... "
" ... Bought this for use in hotel rooms while traveling. ... "
" ... We plan to take this with us when we travel, so we don’t slip and fall. ... "
" ... I bought this for my dad to use in hotel bathrooms when he travels. ... "
" ... We use it at home and take it for travel. ... "
" ... This works very well and stays tight even through the movement of travel in our motor home. ... "
" ... Travels well, too! ... "
Band
13fell, would, one, stick, second
+8%
-92%
" ... I falls off. ... "
" ... It would inly stick for 20mins and then it wouls fall off. ... "
" ... They didn't even last 15 mnutes before they were falling off. ... "
" ... As I was collecting my garbage, the second one fell off. ... "
" ... Yet, at other times it would just fall off. ... "
" ... it fell off again. ... "
" ... Keep falling off. ... "
" ... One never would stick while a second one did, but it, too, eventually just fell off. ... "
Marketplace
12works, one, advertised, described
+83%
-17%
" ... The device works as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... This is stronger than the original product & much better then any such item that I have used. ... "
" ... It performs as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Work fine as advertised. ... "
" ... Bought another after buying one in a store its cheaper on Amazon . ... "
" ... Is like in the photo ... "
Network
10tile, work, well, strength, stick
+50%
-50%
" ... After that, it would not even stay up on any of many flat surfaces I tried, including glass and walls. ... "
" ... loses Strength after couple dats ... "
" ... My bathroom has walls that are tile and it does not stick at all ... "
" ... In all cases, the handles released from the walls unassisted. ... "
For Kids
8year old, perfect, mom, bought, 90
+88%
-13%
" ... I got it for my mom, she loves it. ... "
" ... Perfect for our toddler’s bathtub ... "
" ... Good product, good design, easy to install, perfect to young kids and old people. ... "
" ... I bought these to help my children exit the bath. ... "
" ... Great it work very well for my 90 year young father. ... "
" ... Used by our 83 year old mom and 78 year old guest with a new knee - still in rebab. ... "
" ... Purchased for older adult and they think it is wonderful. ... "
Product As Described
8advertised, described
+88%
-13%
" ... The device works as described. ... "
" ... It performs as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... works as stated! ... "
" ... Work fine as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Is like in the photo ... "
Drying
8wall, surface, stick, make sure, clean
+63%
-38%
" ... As long as this is put on a dry wall it will hold up for you. ... "
" ... Then I figured out they were talking about a panted dry wall. ... "
" ... Make sure to wet suction and allow to dry before using. ... "
" ... Adhere to a clean, dry surface. ... "
" ... I made sure the wall was clean and dry. ... "
Screen Protection
7surfaces, shower, one, flat, walls
+43%
-57%
" ... However, it also doesn’t stick to smooth surfaces — like glass! ... "
" ... After that, it would not even stay up on any of many flat surfaces I tried, including glass and walls. ... "
" ... Still, one must mind tile cracks, irregularities, and grout lines when affixing them. ... "
" ... Only suitable for Glass and VERY flat surfaces! ... "
Hair
7ruler, cutting, rotary, cut, sewing
+100%
" ... Really makes cutting fabric with rotary cutter a breeze! ... "
" ... I am using it to hold my ruler that I use with my cutting mat to cut fabric for quilting. ... "
" ... I actually purchased this to use on my crafting ruler that I use to cut fabric. ... "
" ... It really works very well to keep the ruler tight to the fabric that i cut with a rotary cutter. ... "
" ... Use in sewing room to hold rotary cutting templates and rulers. ... "
" ... We stayed in a nice hotel that had a bar for putting your foot on while shaving your legs. ... "
" ... This works great for my sewing, to help keep my quilting ruler in place while I'm cutting fabric. ... "
Delivery
6time, price, good, expected, box
+67%
-33%
" ... Item works as expected and delivered on-time. ... "
" ... Arrived on time and works as expected. ... "
Design
6would, poor, looks
+67%
-33%
" ... Looks great on my marble tile. ... "
" ... Looks very durable. ... "
" ... This would be such an easy design fix on their part and should have been considered. ... "
Shave Quality
5shower, legs, something, shave
+80%
-20%
" ... They give me something to hold on to when I'm standing in the shower and shaving my legs. ... "
" ... It made it so easy to shave my legs at the height I put it that I couldn't believe I didn't think of this before. ... "
" ... Works only on COMPLETLY smooth surfaces. ... "
" ... One as a handle to get into the shower and the other as a foot rest when shaving. ... "
As Gift
4+100%
" ... I've gotten older (a gift) and my balance isn't all that great. ... "
" ... It wax a gift ... "
" ... Purchased this for my mom and dad as one of their Christmas gifts. ... "
" ... Got it for my aunt as a present . ... "
Battery Life
4would, stay, saver, hours
+75%
-25%
" ... A little skeptical that it would fully hold up in an emergency. ... "
" ... A real-life saver. ... "
" ... This thing is a life saver. ... "
Overall performance
3surface
+67%
-33%
" ... Needs a smooth surface. ... "
" ... Does the job nicely. ... "
Door
3handle, use, shower, also, traveling
+67%
-33%
" ... I use this when traveling and also on my patio door so that I am able to enter from the outside with out using the small opening on the patio door ... "
" ... Push it on to your wall or shower door or tub then lock the tabs down. ... "
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Specifications
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Weight: 362.87 grams
Size: 409 meters