The Dont Break The Bottle from GOODS+GADGETS® is a fascinating wine puzzle made of high-quality turned wood and crafted with great attention to detail. It is a wonderful gift idea for wine lovers and puzzle fans. The aim of the puzzle is to make a wine bottle, which is sealed in a wooden puzzle, accessible only after the puzzle has been solved. For those who have run out of patience or want to use the bottle safe for other gifts, the solution is included. The puzzle offers a mixture of puzzle fun and visual appeal and is perfect for birthdays, weddings and other festive occasions.
Advantages
✅ FSC-certified wood
✅ Suitable for different bottle sizes
✅ Creative design
✅ 30-day money-back guarantee
Disadvantages
❌ Color design different than on packaging
❌ Small ball could be larger to prevent “wrong solutions”
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
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?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, no plastic was used | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Bottle safe | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Written in German with pictures, easy to understand | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Dont Break The Bottle from GOODS+GADGETS® already impresses with its packaging. Product protection is fully guaranteed and the compact packaging avoids unnecessary packaging waste. The environmentally friendly cardboard packaging is also recyclable and contributes to the sustainability of the product. After opening the packaging, the product contains a high-quality wooden puzzle (bottle safe) and German instructions with pictures. The illustrated instructions make it easy to get started with the puzzle challenge, but spatial imagination and some technical understanding are required to secure the bottle correctly. Overall, the first impression leaves a positive and promising overall impression.
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?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Good visual appearance, would be even nicer with a clear glaze | 90 points |
| Processing | Good workmanship | 90 points |
| Stability | Very stable and rigid | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Very sustainable as FSC-certified wood for responsible sustainable forestry | 100 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The puzzle has a good visual appearance, although some buyers found the paintwork too intrusive. For them, a simple glaze would have been more visually appealing . However, the overall finish of the puzzle is good, even though irregularities in the wood were noted in some cases. However, these are to be expected with a natural product such as wood and do not affect the stability of the puzzle. The latter should be particularly emphasized, as the puzzle ensures a secure closure of the wine bottle and is therefore not only convincing as a puzzle, but also as a decorative element . The sustainability of the product is underlined by the use of FSC-certified wood for responsible and sustainable forestry . Overall, Dont Break The Bottle impresses with its attractive appearance and high quality of workmanship, even if some customers would have liked a more discreet finish.
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.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Level of difficulty | The structure is almost more demanding than the solution | 90 points |
| Originality | Creatively designed | 100 points |
| Fun factor | Very high when used correctly, with reward effect when solved | 90 points |
| Target group | Suitable for all age groups | 100 points |
| Design and aesthetics | Visually appealing, interesting design | 100 points |
| Total | 96 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The result of our practical test confirms that the manufacturer GOODS+GADGETS® largely keeps its advertising promises. The puzzle of Dont Break The Bottle proves to be challenging, especially in its structure. It offers a variety of solutions that make the puzzle varied and entertaining. Even if the puzzle is not entirely unique, its creative design and surprising elements make it stand out from other puzzles. It would be desirable to make the small ball slightly larger so that it cannot simply be pushed through the rectangle. Otherwise the puzzle would be “solved” quickly.
The fun factor is clearly in the foreground with this product. Solving the puzzle is rewarded with a satisfying reward – freeing the trapped wine bottle. This aspect makes Dont Break The Bottle an ideal gift for wine connoisseurs and lovers, as it offers an original way to present wine bottles in a humorous way.
The design and aesthetics of the wine safe are appealing and blend harmoniously into the overall picture. The high-quality finish of the wooden puzzle also contributes to the positive perception.
Dont Break The Bottle is primarily aimed at adults who enjoy tricky puzzles and an original gift. However, it can also be an exciting challenge for older children with the right bottle contents.
In conclusion, it can be said that Dont Break The Bottle from GOODS+GADGETS® was convincing in our practical test. The puzzle offers a successful mix of puzzle fun and aesthetic appeal, while the sustainable production from FSC-certified wood scores additional points. For wine lovers and puzzle enthusiasts, this product is a recommended choice for giving a special bottle of wine as an original gift.
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.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Appropriate | 80 points |
| Rating cut | 4.3 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 65 points |
| Total | 73 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.3 stars. The high-quality workmanship, the creative design and the puzzle fun are positively emphasized. However, some complain that the puzzle can be too easy for experienced puzzle fans and that the bottle is easy to remove. Nevertheless, most customers find the puzzle to be an original and successful gift.
Prices of up to €29.90 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €14.90. The Dont Break The Bottle from GOODS+GADGETS® is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a priceof €17.90. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio isreasonable.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 98 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 95 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 96 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 73 points |
| Total | 91 points |
The GOODS+GADGETS® brandDont Break The Bottle was awarded an overall score of 1.4 and thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 08/23 and is stored in our database under the license number 230720020. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,4
