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Top rated climbing pulleys
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Best overall
Petzl GriGri+
The Petzl GriGri+ is a top-rated assisted braking belay device with anti-panic handle, ideal for both top rope and lead climbing.
- Assisted braking
- Anti-panic feature
- Smooth rope pay-out
- Heavier than non-assisted devices
- Higher price
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Best budget pick
Black Diamond ATC Pilot
The Black Diamond ATC Pilot offers assisted braking at an affordable price, with a sleek design and easy operation.
- Affordable
- Assisted braking
- Lightweight
- Not ideal for lead belaying
- Single rope only
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Most popular
Petzl Grigri
The classic Petzl Grigri is the most popular assisted braking belay device, known for its reliability and ease of use.
- Reliable assisted braking
- Durable
- Easy to use
- Heavy
- No anti-panic feature
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Best tube-style
Black Diamond ATC-XP
The Black Diamond ATC-XP is a versatile tube belay device with added grooving for extra friction, suitable for all climbing styles.
- Versatile
- Affordable
- Works with double ropes
- No assisted braking
- Requires skill for lead belay
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Best compact
Mammut Smart 2.0
The Mammut Smart 2.0 is a compact assisted braking belay device that automatically blocks rope in a fall, great for trad climbing.
- Compact and lightweight
- Automatic blocking
- Easy belay take-in
- Not for heavy use
- Rope sensitive
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Best for lead belay
DMM Pivot
The DMM Pivot is a unique assisted braking device that pivots to control friction, offering excellent control for lead belaying.
- Excellent lead belay control
- Smooth lowering
- Lightweight
- Steep learning curve
- Not for top rope only
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Best value
Edelrid Mega Jul
The Edelrid Mega Jul is an assisted braking tube device that works with single and double ropes, offering great value.
- Assisted braking
- Works with double ropes
- Affordable
- Can be stiff
- Rope wear faster