Hi Don,
Thank you for the detailed feedback — I appreciate you taking the time, and I take it seriously.
On the packaging: that's actually intentional. NovaCare is an emergency rescue device, so we keep it easy to open on purpose — in a real choking emergency, every second counts, and you shouldn't be fighting with a sealed package while someone can't breathe. It's designed to come out and be ready instantly.
And here's what I'd genuinely encourage: let the device itself prove it to you. The look is deliberately simple, but what actually matters is how it performs when it counts — and we're confident it will. Try it, test the suction, feel how it works. We hand-inspect every single unit before it ships, and we're proud of the quality that thousands of families now trust in their homes.
That's exactly why every order is backed by our 90-day guarantee — so you can put it through its paces with zero risk. If it doesn't earn your confidence, reach out at support@novacareus.com and I'll personally make it right, replacement or full refund, your choice.
I'd really like the chance to change your mind — I'm here and happy to help.
— Sam, NovaCare Customer Care