Petzl Grigri + Belay Device

User Reviews

• Proficient handling when lowering heavier people.
• The handle is large enough to provide full control, while shedding down the weight.
• Useful for both sport and lead climbing, since it is easy to switch between the two styles.
• Smaller than the original model, without sacrificing build quality.
• Features a steel plate for protection.
• The newer model is able to handle thinner ropes, up to 8.5mm.
• Great for an experienced sport climber who needs an automatic belay device.
• Lighter than the previous model.
• Easy to switch modes from top rope to lead climbing.
• Great choice for beginners.
• Easy to give slack.

Expert Reviews

• Able to use the belay device on solo climbs.
• Features an ‘anti-panic’ feature, which stops the descent when the belayer pulls back too hard on the lowering handle.
• The ability to switch between top rope and lead belaying makes it easier to take up and play out slack.
• Optimal function on ropes 8.9-10.5mm, which are the most common diameters among climbers.
• The high-use areas are formulated with stainless steel.
• Able to set the spring tension in the cams by turning the plastic knob.
• The steel plate reduces wear and enhances longevity.
• Rated a 9/10 for ‘catch and bite’ rating.
• The GriGri + has a high range for lowering compared to other similar models.
• Smooth assisted braking device due to wide range of diameter acceptance.

User Reviews

• Does not feed as well when lead belaying with a well-used rope.
• If you pull back, the ‘panic’ feature will engage, even if you don’t mean for it to.
• The safety features may not be necessary for advanced climbers.

Expert Reviews

• The movement can take practice for it to become efficient and effortless.
• Heavier than the GriGri 2.
• Without practice, can be too slow or shaky when rappelling and lowering.
• Feeding slack can be difficult for ropes thicker than 10mm or thinner than 9.2mm.
• Only works on a single strand, meaning you will need to bring another device for double-strand rappels.