A product must have the ability to be rated in at least six categories. In addition to the numerical rating a short paragraph identifying the advantages and disadvantages of the product must be submitted.

Products will be tested by at least two field testers.

Products receiving a rating of 3.0 or higher will receive NTOA Field Tester Recommended Status and be allowed to affix the NTOA Member Tested & Recommended Logo to the product materials.

Products that score lower then 3.0 will not receive approval. Test results will be sent to the company.

If you would like to become a Field Tester please fill out the participation form.  Field Tester must hold a current NTOA individual or team membership.

Rating can also have the point system (i.e.: 2.5, 6.9, etc.) From these numbers, an average will be taken from each category by the 2 or 3 reviewers’ ratings.  The rating categories are:

1. Design
2. Performance
3. Ease of Use
4. Size
5. Quality
6. Durability
7. Storage
8. Versatility
9. Convenience
10. Application for Law Enforcement
11. Comfort
12. Cleaning/ Maintenance
13. Accuracy