Overview
ResQ Pro is a small emergency tool to keep in your car. One end has a hardened tip for breaking a side window; the other has a recessed blade for cutting a jammed seatbelt.
It's the kind of tool you hope never to use, kept within reach of the driver's seat.
How it works
Window breakers concentrate force on a small point to shatter tempered side glass. Note that many newer cars use laminated side glass, which these tools can't break — check your vehicle's windows. The seatbelt cutter's blade is shielded so it won't cut you.
Key features
- Window-breaking tip
- Shielded seatbelt cutter
- Ergonomic grip
- Compact size
Quick specs
| Type | Car escape tool |
| Functions | Window breaker + belt cutter |
| Storage | Glovebox, door pocket or keychain |
| Price (USD) | $31.49 USD — for 1 unit |
Specs vary between sellers and batches. Use the listing as the final word.
Who it's for (and who should skip it)
A good fit for
- Every driver
- Gift for new drivers
Probably skip it if
- Cars with laminated side windows (the window breaker won't work on them)
How to use it
- Store it within the driver's reach — not in the trunk.
- Cut the seatbelt by hooking the blade over the belt.
- Strike a corner of a tempered side window, not the windshield.
Before you buy: checklist
- Your car's side-window glass type
- Mounting options
- Return policy
Pros and cons
What we like
- Window breaker and seatbelt cutter in one tool
- Compact enough to keep within reach
- Protected blade to reduce accidental cuts
Watch-outs
- Window breakers don't work on laminated glass, which many newer cars use on side windows
- Must be stored where you can reach it from the seat
- Practise how it works before you need it
How it compares
Spring-loaded tools and hammer-style tools both break tempered glass. Check your car manual to see which windows are tempered and which are laminated.
Care and upkeep
- Keep it in the door pocket or console, not the glovebox or trunk
- Check it every few months
- Keep it away from children
Frequently asked questions
Will it break any window?
It's meant for tempered side windows, not windshields or laminated glass.
Where should I keep it?
Within reach of the driver's seat.
Will it break my car windows?
It's for tempered glass. Laminated glass won't shatter this way.
Can I test it?
Don't test it on your car windows. Read the instructions instead.
Ready to take a look?
See current price, photos and return terms on the seller's page.
Our take
The ResQ Pro Car Emergency Escape Tool is worth considering if it matches the "good fit" list above. Check the listing details against the checklist, and keep the seller's return window in mind. We don't give star ratings because we'd rather you compare the specs against your own needs.