The parking disk with ice scraper from ROBBX made a very good impression in our test. In the color blue and measuring 15.5 x 12 x 0.7 cm, the multifunctional parking disc is STVZO approved throughout the EU.
The parking disk is made of sturdy plastic and is well made. The front is blue, with the parking time display in the middle. The arrival time can be set with a wheel on the top of the display. The shopping cart chip and the tread depth gaugeare located on the back of the parking disk. The edges on the side of the parking disk are hard enough to scrape ice off car windows in winter. The shopping cart clip fits well into standard shopping carts.
The permissible minimum tread depths for winter and summer tires are also indicated.
Advantages
STVZO approval
✅ incl. ice scraper
✅ Shopping cart chip always to hand
Tread depth gauge with markings for minimum tread depths
Disadvantages
❌ No significant disadvantages
The first impression
Packaging and labeling
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 ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Item was packed compactly, the plastic film could have been dispensed with | 85 points |
| Miscellaneous | Product-specific packaging | 90 points |
| Total | 92 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The ROBBX parking disk with ice scraperwas delivered together with other products in a single shipping box. The shipping carton was compact and the individual products had little room to move around. The remaining space in the shipping carton was therefore filled with recycled paper filling material. The product packaging was undamaged and in perfect condition. Both the shipping carton and the product packaging were easy to open without tools. The parking disk was shrink-wrapped in a transparent plastic film. The film provides additional protection against soiling and damage during transportation. As the product packaging is sufficiently robust, we believe that the film could have been dispensed with. Overall, the set is well protected in the packaging and, apart from the film around the parking disk, no unnecessary packaging material was used.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the package complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Parking disc with shopping clip and tire tread depth gauge | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | not available, but not necessary | 80 points |
| Contact information | can be found on the product packaging | 90 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The ROBBX set consists of a parking disk with shopping cart clip and a tread depth gauge. The result is a well-rounded set.
Instructions for use are not included. However, as the parking disk is self-explanatory, this is not necessary.
Contact details are provided on the product packaging. These include the company name, the address and an
e-mail address. Unfortunately, there is no telephone number.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | typical product appearance | 90 points |
| Processing | High-quality workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Sturdy plastic | 100 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The parking disk is made of sturdy plastic and is well made. The front is blue, with the parking time display in the middle. The arrival time can be set on the top of the display using a wheel. There are edges on the sides for scraping ice and a black rubber lip on the underside for wiping windows.
The shopping cart chip and the tread depth gauge are located on the back of the parking disk. The parking disk has corresponding recesses into which the two parts are clamped. Thanks to this clamping mechanism, the shopping clip and the tread depth gauge can be easily removed from the parking disk and reattached. The tread depth gauge has a sliding mechanism with which the measuring tip can be inserted into the tire tread. The rear end of the slider then shows the tread depth on a millimeter scale. The permissible minimum tread depths for winter and summer tires are also marked.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. 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* |
|---|---|---|
| Parking disk | All requirements are met – STVZO approval | 100 points |
| Functions of the parking disk | Ice scraping works well | 100 points |
| Shopping cart chip | Suitable for standard shopping carts | 100 points |
| Tire depth gauge | Markings of the minimum profile depths available | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In the color blue and measuring 15.5 x 12 x 0.7 cm, the multifunctional parking disc is STVZO approved throughout the EU.
The parking disk can be used as intended. Removing the disk works well with the rubber lip. This is particularly practical for exterior mirrors, as the short side of the parking disk is not too large. The edges on the side of the parking disk are also sufficiently hard to scrape ice off car windows in winter.
The shopping cart chip fits well into standard shopping carts. The tread gauge is also very easy to use. After just a few seconds, the tire tread depth can be read with millimeter precision. The minimum tread depth markings are practical for avoiding fines or passing the TÜV test. However, it would be desirable to have an indication that significantly higher tread depths are required for safe participation in road traffic.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at 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 examine consumer ratings and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | good price-performance ratio | 100 points |
| Rating cut | 4.6 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 80 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.6 stars. There are often complaints that the shopping cart chip does not fit into the trolley, but we cannot confirm this. Many customers like the robust material and durability. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the quality of this parking disk was good.
Prices of up to €6.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available for as little as €2.49. With a price of €3.99, the ROBBX parking disk is currently in the middle price segment. The price ratio is good for the quality and scope of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labeling | 10% | 92 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 90 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 97 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 100 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer ratings | 20% | 90 points |
| Total | 96 points |
