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What separates these listings
- Price snapshot
- $15.00 price gap
- Product B has the lower captured price. This excludes delivery and ongoing costs.
- Editorial assessment
- 0.3-point score gap
- Product A has the higher research score, not a measured performance advantage.
- Specification coverage
- 16 of 16 fields shared
- Shared labels have recorded values on both sides; matching labels do not guarantee matching units or test conditions.
Product A
PETZL REVERSO Multi-Purpose Belay/Rappel Device
- Potential fit
- Multi-pitch climbing and rappelling
- Trade-off to resolve
- Requires manual braking hand
Product B
PETZL Verso Lightweight Belay/Rappel Device
- Potential fit
- Sport and multi-pitch climbing
- Trade-off to resolve
- Requires manual braking force
Side-by-side evidence
16 of 16 recorded specification fields shown
| Side by side |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Buyer rating | 4.8 | 4.8 |
| Price | $49.95 | $34.95 |
| Our score | 8.6/10 | 8.3/10 |
| Ratings count | 950 ratings | 319 ratings |
| Brand | PETZL | PETZL |
| Best for | Multi-pitch climbing and rappelling | Sport and multi-pitch climbing |
| Rope versatility | 9.0/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Braking control | 8.7/10 | — |
| Weight to utility | 9.2/10 | — |
| Chassis durability | 7.8/10 | — |
| Guide-mode handling | 8.5/10 | — |
| Weight efficiency | — | 9.6/10 |
| Machining & durability | — | 8.2/10 |
| Braking modulation | — | 8.5/10 |
| Feature set completeness | — | 6.5/10 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8.66 x 6.02 x 1.61 inches | 7.01 x 4.84 x 1.61 inches |
| Package Weight | 0.1 kg | 0.08 kg |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.94 x 1.97 x 1.18 inches | 7.09 x 0.2 x 5.12 inches |
| Item Weight | 68 g | 55 g |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Included Components | fuse device | Abseiling device |
| Size | One Size | Standard |
| Warranty Description | no Guarantee | 3 year manufacturer warranty |
| Model Name | Reverso | Verso |
| Color | Gray | Grey |
| Suggested Users | Unisex – Adults | Unisex – Adults |
| Part Number | D017AA00-Green | D019AA00 |
| Model Year | 2019 | 2019 |
| Brand Name | PETZL | PETZL |
| Number of Items | 1 | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Petzl | Petzl |
| Our verdict | A versatile manual belay and rappel device that handles two ropes. Confirm it meets UIAA standards and remains compatible with your specific rope diameter to ensure adequate friction during lowering. | This is a standard tube-style belay device suitable for sport and multi-pitch climbing. Ensure your rope diameter falls within the 8.5mm to 11mm range specified by Petzl. |
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Most recent product record update: October 28, 2026. Individual records may be older; this is not a verification date for every claim. Prices on this page were read from the listings Nov 8, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026.
- Amazon listing: PETZL REVERSO Multi-Purpose Belay/Rappel Device
- Amazon listing: PETZL Verso Lightweight Belay/Rappel Device
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