First aid set Pieps First-Aid Pro in the test
Yes, we too were taken aback when we saw the price of the Pieps First-Aid Pro. €80 for a first-aid kit is steep, but the included flexible splint for stabilizing fractures somewhat compensates for it. Moreover, it's sensibly integrated into the well-designed bag. This does, however, make the kit considerably larger than those of its competitors. The bag itself is made of padded ripstop nylon; its workmanship makes a good impression. At first glance, the contents appear to be sensibly selected.
- Price: 80 €
- Weight 450 gr
- Dimensions, length x depth x height: approx. 26 x 7,5 x 18 cm
- Parts included: 18
- Special features & features: Rubberized handles, small inside pockets, aluminum rail
Handling & inner workings
Thanks to the integrated rail, the inner workings of the Pieps First-Aid Pro differ significantly from other first aid sets. It can be opened on both sides and the rail is integrated into mesh pockets in the base. The remaining utensils are in plastic bags that are secured in the set with an elastic band. This is less practical in terms of handling, because it becomes a bit fiddly under stress or when things have to be done quickly. However, four small inner pockets allow, to a certain extent, an individual, more accessible arrangement or corresponding additional options. Otherwise, the handling is unusual due to the shape, but not impractical.
Upon closer inspection, you will notice that there is still a lot of space in the set. If you want, you can pack a few things for longer trips like an Alpine cross, for example.
The equipment
The Pieps First-Aid Pro comes with the following features:
- 1 x Adhesive Bandage
- 2 x Plasters
- 3 x cut strips
- 1 x tape
- 2 x wound dressing
- 2 x Blister Plasters
- 1 x Triangle Cloth
- 1 x Bandage Scissors
- 1 x Rescue Blanket
- 1 x Protective Gloves
- 1 x Medical Tweezers
- 1 x Respiratory Cloth
- 1 x split pin/rail
The first aid kit from Pieps is the only test candidate to have a splint to stabilize broken bones. The rest of the equipment includes the necessary basic utensils as well as additional things such as plasters and a respiratory aid. All you want is a pair of tick tweezers. To be fair, it has to be said that Pieps comes from winter sports - and encountering ticks in winter is difficult. Of course you can add the pliers yourself. The blister plasters included can also be useful. Overall, the equipment is put together very sensibly - both in terms of scope and the number of individual utensils. Their quality makes a good impression.
