Analysis updated 2026-10-11
This comparison weighs Badass Workroom (BAWR) against Blackout on comfort, security, hygiene and build quality, drawn from 1,688 tagged community mentions.
| Metric | Badass Workroom (BAWR) | Blackout |
|---|---|---|
| ChasteGPT Rating | 89.4 | 83.5 |
| Brand rank | #5 of 48 | #10 of 48 |
| Device price range | $30–$2,000 | $145–$250 |
| Top-rated product | BA-25 | Blackout Evo |
| Products listed | 186 | 2 |
| Tagged community mentions | 1343 | 345 |
BAWR has a higher number of mentions regarding comfort, with a majority expressing positive experiences, though some issues like the spacing of bars affecting long-term wear were noted. Blackout Devices received fewer mentions but had a slightly higher percentage of positive feedback, emphasizing the importance of proper fit for comfort.
“I also got a custom test cage from BAWR that fit pretty well, but it ended up breaking shortly before my procedure, which I figured was fine since I thought things might change in my…”
“Original Post: The Badass Workroom BA-28 is not suitable for long term wear as the bars are too far apart.”
“I've been wearing BA-34R fo”
“If properly fitted, you should not have any issues with the Evo in terms of chaffing.”
“I highly recommend the Evo to others needing a solution for comfortable, secure, long-term continuous wear.”
“I still have the P1 and plan to wear this belt occasionally, but for an all around practical, comfortable and secure device the Evo is the best IMO.”
BAWR is frequently praised for its security features, with the wand and lock collar being highlighted as effective. Blackout Devices also received positive feedback for security, though it had fewer mentions and some concerns about the openness of certain designs.
“I got a BA-25 titanium cage anodized dark blue, with the regular cylinder lock and the integrated PA security.”
“It's the BA-21P model but secured like the BA-28T with a tetherspout.”
“Here's the link to the different locks they offer: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0511/9862/3932/files/20221217225154_600x600.jpg?v=1671289203 I have a BA-20p, but it's crazy to go permanent titanium.”
“That all being said, the sport is a very insecure device if that matters to you, the underside of the tube is completely open, but I never fell out, and definitely provided enough frustration for…”
“I have been locked for over 90% of the time since receiving the Evo in January.”
“But, the Evo has made a huge difference in my relationship and given my wife a newfound peace of mind when I am locked while also allowing me an extremely comfortable user experience.”
BAWR's hygiene is noted positively, with many users finding the open cage designs conducive to cleanliness. Blackout Devices has limited mentions and a lower positive rate, with some users experiencing issues like redness, indicating potential challenges in maintaining hygiene.
“I’ve been in a BAWR BD-23 (steel) since mid-September which has been amazing but requires weekly removal for cleaning and a little extra daily hygiene work due to the semi-open design.”
“This makes the setup nearly as secure as a piercing-based lock, though it’s worth noting that this level of security comes from my modification rather than the cage alone **Hygiene/Cleaning** The BA-01 features a bar…”
“I found that everything was pretty clean, and only found some redness on the underside of my shaft, which I believe was caused as a result of my not using the "stocking method" to initially…”
“I have the blackout evo with the uncut head, allows peeing cleanly easily, however I have seen the guy who makes them has gone unresponsive and there is a really big backlog for them s”
“Its why I made the Evo as open as it is as I found that it was largely just a matter of the less surface area in contact with the skin, the less moisture that…”
BAWR is highly regarded for its build quality, with numerous mentions of craftsmanship and material choices such as titanium. Blackout Devices, while having fewer mentions, also receives high praise for build quality, with no negative feedback reported.
“I’m in a custom Titanium BA-20 from BAWR amazing craftsmanship of the highest quality.”
“I get a lot of time with him - we've exchanged over 100 emails to date - and he's making me a test cage in titanium because neither steel nor resin will really work (resin…”
“Now, you can use BAWR test cages but be warned, the ball gap as measured will be smaller than the ball gap as-worn in a resin test cage as they can bend slightly whereas a…”
“From there is will depend on the material type and printing process used but that's really only going to matter if you're just getting the cheapest prints available or doing it yourself (I wouldn't trust…”
“I have never worn an Evo and I don’t think it would be for me as I favor steel and titanium.”
| Badass Workroom (BAWR) device price range | $30–$2,000 |
| Blackout device price range | $145–$250 |
Badass Workroom (BAWR) ranges $30–$2,000, while Blackout ranges $145–$250. Badass Workroom (BAWR) starts lower.
BAWR emerges as the overall winner due to its higher ChasteGPT Rating, supported by strong performance across all themes, particularly in comfort and security. Blackout Devices, while receiving positive feedback, has fewer mentions and slightly lower ratings in key areas like hygiene.