Back Booster 1001 Inflatable Lumbar Support Cushion

Customer Reviews

Good Shape, Poor Quality

2008-08-12
As others have noted, this thing leaks a lot. Basically, it is single layer construction -- like the cheapo type of air mattresses for swimming pools. The outside has a kind of short velour-like texture, which is not bad. Despite the leaks, it works okay for sitting on the sofa. However, I originally purchased it for use during an air flight. I discovered that since the seats are so close now, when I used the cushion my face was too close to the seat back in front of me. I purchased this thing for a reduced price, so the low level use is okay. However, at $20 or so now, it is well overpriced for the quality. I will look for something else to support my back...

Deflates overnight

2008-07-06
Does what it needs to do---but has a slow leak so must be reinflated every 24 hours. That's a disappointment.

Good adjustable lumbar support for travel

2008-07-02
This product works well for travelers using rental cars or airlines. I gave it four as opposed to five stars because the adjustment process (blowing into a tube then trying it) is inherently a litte tedious. And over-inflating can be bad for your back as well.

On the other hand, it stuffs into your carry-on/briefcase with no problem and works well once adjusted. So the ability to deflate it completely is also inherent to its value.

deflates too soon

2008-01-31
I had the same experience as Robert of Niagara. It worked well at first, but it developed a leak after a week of use in my car. It quickly became useless.

This happened twice. (Thinking that the first one I bought just had a defect, I foolishly bought a second one.)

Just a reminder, not for daily use

2008-01-27
As it specified, it is supposed to be used occasionally, such as travel, not daily use. I tried to use it daily at my office, but it soon worn out, and deflate quickly. I have to return it.

Leaks - Don't waste your money

2008-01-22
Offering the ultimate travel lumbar support, this waterproof PVC Back Booster with nylon carry bag can be used virtually anywhere. Originally designed for airline seats, the inflatable 13.5-in x 14-in x 3.1-in Back Booster is also great while traveling by train and car or sitting at the beach, work, in the movie theater or at a ball game. The pillow deflates to pocket size and has an adjustable nylon strap and plastic clips for added stability.

comfortable, unless you are fighting chronic or severe back pain ....

2008-01-02
If you don't have a real back problem, but want some lumbar support while sitting at a desk or computer this is comfortable. It works mostly with office/computer chairs, but the strap doesn't wrap around a lounger or recliner. Eventhough you can't strap it down, it does offer some support in a recliner. I had a temporary back problem and it didn't help. I gave it to a person with severe, chronic back pain, to try. Unfortunately, it was of little comfort. It deflates easy, too. I have to keep reinflating it. I rated it a 3-star (not less, not more) because it does have some benefits. Now that my back problem is gone, it does help at the computer. However, for real chronic problems I would try a different product.

Bad Product

2007-11-14
Pros:
Has soft fuzz-type exterior.

Cons:
Strap did not fit around car seat well. Will not fit any bucket type or indented seats. It would work on a flat backed chair, but otherwise the strap is superfluous and gets in the way.
The curvature is not adequate and being inflatable it does not hold its shape well. A firm type foam back support I had once that has a similar (but more pronounced) curvature and is much better.
After a day or so of using it in my car it went flat.

...started out fine but...

2007-10-27
...suddenly it deflates quickly.
while it worked it was excellent. I have to locate the leak.
Worked in the car (a few times) as well as home. I have had it for a month or so.

excellent product

2007-10-25
My husband loves the back booster. He takes it to his car and any air travel.