Even though it isn’t much thicker than the original, it does have rounded edges, making it much nicer in the pocket. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Box comes with the Keysmart Max, and already mounted: "multitool", rubber connector and black key ring. Having a key holder that has a light and helps me now make either a bunch of noise while grabbing them, stab myself while having in my pocket (yes I have a lot of keys) is such a huge help in my day to day life.

My old original style had been used for around 3 years, and it was still holding up great with just some rub marks from years of throwing it around, however the usability was never impacted by extended use. I am a big fan of great packaging, smartphone companies like Apple and Samsung offer some great experiences when receiving the product. KeySmart has now been kind enough to send me out the Rugged version of their product, as well as the knife accessory to review and I’m super excited about it. If I ever misplace them, I now have a way to find them quicker and easier versus playing wheres waldo.For the most part, putting this together, and getting the packaging is really only a once or twice experience, but the quality and usability is something you are going to experience ever day. Doing so will permanently remove it from your account and prevent you from ever adding it to your account again. More reading: Did you know that KeySmart also has other awesome products like these Urban 21 backpacks? I have been a huge fan of KeySmart for a couple years now, and have owned their original version for quite a while.

The plastic itself of the unit appears to be a hard plastic, and I'm hoping fairly durable, but time will tell.After using the KeySmart Rugged for a couple of days, there were a couple new things that I noticed. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page. What started as a crazy idea that I just couldn’t shake late at night, has now turned into my full-time gig! The knife accessory showed up, not branded as KeySmart but rather a Klecker Kives and Tools branded knife.

This is also a piece of gear, that you are going to use daily, and is so much better than having your keys on a standard key ring. I think the one thing that really surpised me over the last year, was how much I really use the included pocket clip. The light is pretty bright for a small integrated light but suspect its not as bright as one of the brighter separate keychain lights. The Rugged version offers thicker steel plates, a belt (pocket) clip, blue coloring and an expansion pack.Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. The main issues I had, were that the keys would slide off the stack and I would have to start over again. They chose to stick with the old micro usb charging adapter instead of updating to the new micro USB type c. Editors Note: This article was originally posted on Oct 14, 2019, however has been updated for formatting, and to add updates to my thoughts over the past year of ownership. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase for ANY REASON, we will do WHATEVER it takes to make it right.