Cell Phone Stun Gun Reviews

The cell phone stun gun is exactly what it implies, a stun device masquerading as a cell phone. They’ve been wildly popular since their debut in the mid 2000s.  This is a survey of what’s available in the marketplace and the differences between the models.

The first model was simply called “The Pretender” and is still going strong. It’s a rectangular affair with a top window showing an outdoorsy desktop. The telephone style keys are on the bottom. Both are non-functioning and just simulated. The only controls that work are the on-off mode functions for the stun function or LED  light and a momentary switch that activates the mode you choose. This model, and all models, come with a soft case that allows you to wear it on your belt.

The appearance of these cell phones stun guns haven’t changed much through time. What has changed is the power rating. These devices debuted with a rating below 1 million volts. Through time they have gone up in steps to where they are now rated at 4.5 million volts. Somewhere around 2010, a rechargeable model was added to the line-up. On this model, there are no batteries that need changing. Just plug the recharging cable into the wall to recharge (just don't lose it!). The Pretender uses a separate charging cable.The color pink for the ladies was added at about the same time.

A competing manufacturer had brought out its own version of the Pretender with its own branding and it is still active in the catalog. This is called the Immobilizer 5,500,000. It has the same features as the Pretender. One improvement though, is that the charging interface is built in. Just slide out the two prongs and plug it into a wall outlet. At the time of this writing, only pink is available.   

This maker sells a less expensive model called the Immobilizer 3,500,000. The only discernible difference besides the lower power rating is a somewhat larger screen (fake remember) and the more traditional separate power charging cable. Despite it's lower power rating, this one is capable of knocking an intruder off his feet!

These are effective self-defense weapons when used as described in the instructions. What could be improved is the look of the models as they most resemble cell phones sold in the last decade. If they would be dramatically thinned with a large screen (drop the keypad) then they would more closely resemble today's smart cell phones.

The cell phone stun gun give you the element of surprise. By carrying a covert weapon, you can prepare a strike without your opponent being any the wiser. If your weapon screams “stun gun” by its shape, you may lose the precious seconds you need to be effective in your own defense.  

If you would like to see details about cell phone stun guns and other stun guns in disguise, go HERE. 

2/25/2014 STOP THE PRESSES!

As if to answer my suggestion, Streetwise has recently released the SamStun model cell phone stun gun. Get it? It's the smart phone version and thoroughly up-to-date in design. http://www.stungunsupply.com/SamStun-Cell-Phone-Stun-Gun-_p_741.html