Personal Breathalyser

A personal breathalyser provides a reliable BAC screening check for the situations drivers most often misjudge: driving home after a social event, testing the morning after, or confirming a zero reading as a learner or provisional driver. This range comprises genuine Andatech and AlcoSense devices, each built around a fuel-cell sensor for stable, repeatable results, with selected models certified to the Australian Standard AS 3547. Each is simple to use and ready whenever a quick, reliable check is needed.

Our range: Andatech and AlcoSense

The range spans genuine Andatech and AlcoSense fuel-cell devices, from compact everyday units such as the Andatech GT and Wingmate Pro to feature-rich models such as the AlcoSense Verity and Elite 3. Related ranges:

Every order ships from our Melbourne warehouse, with free shipping on orders over $175. As an authorised Australian-based supplier, we provide genuine devices backed by local calibration and support. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.

Why use a personal breathalyser?

A personal breathalyser removes the uncertainty in the situations where drivers most often misjudge their blood alcohol level.

  • The morning after. Alcohol can remain in the system well into the following day, and a driver can still be over the 0.05 general limit at breakfast. A test replaces an estimate with a clear reading.
  • Learner and provisional drivers. Every state and territory road authority sets a 0.00 limit for learner and provisional licence holders, so a single drink can put a new driver over. A personal breathalyser confirms a clear reading before driving.
  • Licence protection. A drink-driving charge carries fines, demerit points and potential licence loss, costs well beyond the price of a breathalyser.
  • Informed decisions. A reading provides a factual basis for deciding whether to drive, rather than a guess.

With Random Breath Testing common across Australia, an at-home screening check is a practical safeguard. All readings are indicative only: they inform a decision and are not a legal clearance.

Why choose our personal breathalysers

Every breathalyser in this range is selected to give a clear result the moment it matters.

  • Fuel-cell accuracy. Each device uses a fuel-cell sensor for stable, reliable readings, without the drift and false positives common to cheaper semiconductor units.
  • Simple to use. Straightforward operation and a clear display return a result in seconds, with no setup.
  • Pocket-sized and portable. Compact enough for a bag, glovebox or pocket, so a check is always within reach.
  • Backed locally. Genuine Andatech and AlcoSense devices, supported by local calibration that keeps them accurate over time.
  • A model for every need. From compact everyday units to feature-rich models with Bluetooth, there is a fit for occasional or regular use.

For a detailed buying guide, see our tips on buying a breathalyser.

Breathalysers for P-platers and new drivers

Learner and provisional drivers must maintain a 0.00 BAC in every Australian state, so a single drink can exceed the limit. A personal breathalyser allows new drivers, or the parents purchasing on their behalf, to confirm a clear reading before driving. For an accurate result, allow at least 15 to 20 minutes after the last drink, cigarette or vape so that mouth alcohol clears; see why timing matters for a stable reading. For the limits that apply to each licence type, see our guide to the legal alcohol limit when driving in Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate are personal breathalysers?

Fuel-cell personal breathalysers give reliable, repeatable screening results when you use them correctly and keep them in calibration. They're designed to help you make an informed decision. Readings are indicative only and aren't a legally conclusive measure of your BAC.

Selected models are certified to AS 3547, the Australian Standard for breath alcohol testing devices, published by Standards Australia. Because certification applies per model, check the individual product page to confirm a given device's status.

Wait at least 15 to 20 minutes after your last drink before testing. Residual alcohol in your mouth can inflate an early reading, so giving it time produces a more stable, accurate result.

Yes. Fuel-cell sensors drift over time, so they need periodic recalibration to stay accurate, generally every 6 to 12 months or after a set number of tests. We offer local calibration to keep your device reliable.

Any fuel-cell personal breathalyser suits a P-plater who needs to confirm 0.00 before driving. Choose one with an easy-to-read display, and replaceable mouthpieces if it'll be shared.

Fuel-cell sensors react specifically to alcohol and stay stable and consistent. Semiconductor sensors are cheaper but drift more and can misread from smoke or fumes. We stock fuel-cell devices for personal use.

They're supplied and supported by our Australian-based team and dispatched from Melbourne with local calibration. The devices themselves are genuine Andatech and AlcoSense units.