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aboveArmor
Door seal draught excluder

The AboveArmor door seal is a high quality product. The improved three-layer windproof design allows the draught excluder for doors to adhere firmly to the floor, which improves the wind barrier and soundproofing effect. The draught excluders fit into a gap of up to 25mm, the thickened waterproof backing, the larger adhesive surface (almost half of the surface is adhesive, wider than normal) to ensure that it is firmly attached to the bottom of the door and not easy to fall off. The draught excluders save energy and costs. They effectively prevent air conditioning and heating air from escaping and ensure that rooms are cooled or heated more efficiently, resulting in lower energy consumption and lower electricity bills. The light no longer penetrates under the door, so the door seals improve the quality of sleep. You start by cutting the draught excluders to the required length, then stick them to the underside of the door, no tools are required. A hairdryer is needed to remove the door seal. The illustrated instructions for easy installation are a welcome addition and can be viewed on the Amazon page. Overall, the AboveArmor door seal impresses with its outstanding installation, customizability and energy savings.

Advantages

Saves resources
✅ Premium material
✅ Can be cut to size individually
✅ Multifunctional

Disadvantages

❌ None

The first impression

Packaging and contents

ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
Product protectionCarton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected100 points
Sustainability PackagingUnnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the plastic film protects the product components80 points
Package contents & scopeCut-to-size draught excluders with attached adhesive strips included100 points
Instructions for useWritten in German, easy to understand100 points
Total95 points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points

The draught excluders from AboveArmor are delivered well protected. By avoiding unnecessary packaging waste, the packaging is environmentally friendly. All parts were included and the operating instructions were written clearly and comprehensibly in German. Video instructions are available on the Amazon page.

The first time in your hand

Product processing and appearance

ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
Visual appearanceVery good visual appearance100 points
ProcessingVery good workmanship100 points
StabilityVery stable100 points
Sustainability of the productNo information on sustainability, but high-quality materials80 points
Total95 points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The draught excluder is ready for the practical test.

First of all, it should be mentioned that the door seal makes a very good visual impression. We did not notice any processing errors, the material is elastic but still retains its shape. The adhesive strip is continuous and clean. Overall, the product has a rather simple design that integrates well into most rooms.
There is no information about the sustainability of the product on the product page or on the packaging. However, due to the high-quality materials used, we assume a high durability.

This is what our practical test showed

Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?

ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
LiabilityThe adhesive is not strong enough and comes off under stress.70 points
Sound insulationInsulates well, but limited90 points
FunctionalityPrevents air flow, intruders100 points
DurabilityRobust100 points
Ease of assemblySimple assembly100 points
Total92 points
Weighting: 45%
*The maximum score is 100 points

We enjoyed using the door seal during the test. Installation is child’s play and can be carried out by anyone. All you have to do is clean the surface of the door, remove the protective film from the adhesive and position the seal where you want it. According to the manufacturer, the adhesive sticks to any surface. The product can then be cut to the desired size with ease , or even beforehand. The door seal not only provides protection against draughts, but also against insects and insulates against noise. We did not notice any reduction in odors . When opening the door, a quiet grinding noise can be heard and the seal slows down a little, which did not bother us any further in the test.
Customers can currently choose from the colors white, black and brown as well as different set sizes. A transparent design would be desirable.

Price/performance ratio

and ratings from consumers

ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
Price / performance ratioGood performance in the lower price segment80 points
Rating cut4.4 out of 5.0 on Amazon70 points
Total75 points
Weighting: 15%
*The maximum score is 100 points

On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.4 stars. One common complaint is that the adhesive is not strong enough and the underside comes off the door, but many customers like the fact that the door seals are easy to fit. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the installation was good and the adhesion was not so good.

Prices of up to €15 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €6. The door seal from AboveArmor is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €6.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performanceratio isvery good.

Overall result

WeightingScore achieved*
1. packaging & contents20%95 points
2. product processing & appearance20%95 points
3. in the practical test45%92 points
4. price/performance & consumer ratings15%75 points
Total91 points
*The maximum score is 100 points
Door seal draught excluder
of the brand
aboveArmor
achieved
91
Points in our test and therefore passed. The test was carried out in the test period
10/23
and is stored in our database under the licence number
230816007
. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.

The practical tests are based on careful observations and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test judgements reflect the personal impressions and opinions of the testers who try out the products in everyday use. We would like to emphasise that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and may reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The evaluations are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a serious and thorough testing procedure, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close co-operation with our testers.

The practical tests are based on careful observation and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test ratings reflect the opinion of our experts and are based on careful analysis. We would like to emphasize that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The assessments are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a reputable and thorough testing process, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close cooperation with our experts.

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