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Walabot DIY Review – See Through Walls!

Walabot DIY Review – See Through Walls!
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Do you love DIY and working on home improvements? Then you will know how important it is to have the right tools so that you can get the job done. One particular problem that a lot of home improvement enthusiasts find is that they do not always know what is behind a wall. For example, DIY can become dangerous when you do not know there are metal pipes or wires behind the wall. The last thing you want to do is break into drywall to discover this.

So, is there a solution to this problem? Well, there might be. This goes by the name of Walabot DIY. This is a device that might allow you to get on with your DIY projects without encountering any problems. Let’s take a closer look at this device and you can learn whether you need this tool thanks to our review.

What is the Walabot DIY?

First of all, it is important to understand what the Walabot DIY really is. Essentially it is a box device that is going to let you see through walls and what is behind them. For example, it can spot any plastic and metal pipes, as well as electric wiring and studs. You will be able to see what is behind your walls since it connects to your smartphone. It is able to see around 4 inches behind the wall, whether it is tiles, concrete or drywall.

In order to attach it to your smartphone, the Walabot DIY has a magnetic body. This allows you to run the Walabot DIY across the wall you are examining and you can view what is behind it on your smartphone screen when you open the app.

What does the Walabot DIY Look Like?

The Walabot DIY is a small and compact device. It has black plastic casing and all you have to do is stick it to the back of your smartphone. You will find a microUSB port and you receive a microUSB cable in the box. This is what you will use to connect the device to your Android smartphone. Once you have done this, the app that you use will example the setup process and make it easy to understand how to use device when you are working on home improvements. 

How Do I Use the Walabot DIY?

We like the app and feel like it is simple to operate. Just make sure that you calibrate your smartphone and device every time before you use it. This is going to make sure that what you see with the device is accurate. The Walabot DIY uses RF radar signals in order to assist you with your home improvements.

On the app, you are going to be able to switch between drywall and concrete depending on the wall you want to see through. In addition, you can switch between different settings to examine what you think might be behind this wall. You can easily take snapshots on the app so that you can remember what you see. In addition, you will see a gauge on the app that is able to tell you how deep an object is behind the wall.

Unfortunately, it is important to be aware that the Walabot DIY does not work with iPhone. This is going to be a blow to all of those DIY enthusiasts that have an Apple smartphone. It is only going to be compatible with certain Android devices. This includes those running Lollipop, Marshmallow and Nougat.

When it comes to operation, we think that the Walabot DIY is simple and efficient. It is not complicated to use even if you are not tech savvy. Everything is explained on screen and the red color change is going to demonstrate whether there is anything behind the wall you should know about before drilling or breaking into it. In this way, we know that the Walabot DIY can be helpful for everyone from beginners to builders. It can also be used for a variety of projects. Something as simple as hanging a frame on the wall to breaking down some drywall.

Is the Walabot DIY Expensive?

The Walabot DIY has been out for a few years. This means that the price has dropped since then. While it is not the cheapest investment you can make, if you do a lot of home improvements, it is going to be worth it. If you do not know what is behind a wall, you can do a lot of damage and put yourself in danger. But by investing in the Walabot DIY, you do not need to worry about this.

The is designed to be durable too. This can help to justify the price of the device and you can know that it is going to last for a long time. Thus, if you think that the price is high compared to some other models out there, you can have peace of mind and know that it should last for several years.

What are the Advantages of the Walabot DIY? 

Overall, we like the Walabot DIY and it is a good way to see what is behind any type of wall in your home. This device is portable and easy to use since it connects to your smartphone. It also used advanced imaging to show you exactly what you can expect behind the wall. You do not need a lot of technical knowledge to work the app. In addition, since the Walabot DIY is magnetized, it makes it easy to attach your phone without having to use any permanent attachments.

The only downside we can think of is its compatibility. Unfortunately, the Walabot DIY is only able to work with certain Android devices. In particular, it will not work with iPhone, which a lot of users have. Instead, it is only going to be compatible with those running Lollipop, Marshmallow and Nougat. This is going to be disappointing for anyone that loves the idea of the Lollipop, Marshmallow and Nougat but does not have any of these smartphone devices.

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Mackenzie

Mackenzie

Mackenzie’s obsession with all things tech began when she was a kid. She blames her father’s love of sci-fi for her own interest in and love of technology. Mackenzie attended Purdue University, where she studied computer engineering technology. She currently works at a small Silicon Valley tech company and enjoys writing about tech in her spare time. Mackenzie’s husband is a computer scientist, which makes their home an interesting place—it’s filled wall to wall with the latest and greatest tech and devices.