Side by Side Comparison of: Band-Aid vs Balego USA

My daughter loves these Band-Aids but they are hard to find in the stores. We were glad to find these on Amazon. They stick well and stay on for a long time.

I lost the nail on my big toe, and these bandages were perfect for protecting my toe until the nail could grow back. Just put on Neosporin and one of these bandages every day until the wound healed. They fit perfectly and are very durable and adhere really well. I ordered more just to keep on hand.

I tend to go cheap on band aids, but these were available through Prime Pantry at a good price, so I decided to give them a try. I'm not ever going back to generic band aids again! They really are comfortable to wear and stay on, which is key to a good band aid. The material is kind of fabric like and wraps around your skin very well without the stiffness of other brands.I like the assortment of this box as well. They have the standard size ones, and then some smaller ones too, perfect for a small scratch.

Had bought these as the sort of thing that you have in the medicine cabinet just in case. I didn't use them until my sister brought me a pair of shoes I bought on sale years back a size too small and ended up with blisters on both heals, these bandages are of a strange material but actually stick and are excellent for popped blisters, covering somewhat better than the natural skin covering of the blister itself. As I didn't have an Neosporin or anything I just used the straight bandage and it actually helped relieve the pain so I could walk semi-normally.

I normally use liquid skin, but coudn't find it before bed and decided to use this.This is a great bandaid that stays put and is comfortable without being restrictive. Great improvement to traditional band aids, and stays put a lot longer than liquid skin.FYI if you have a bad one I'd recommend surgical adhesive (like liquid band aid but stays put for about a week instead of a day)

One problem I've always had with regular bandaids is that they were occlusive dressings which may absorb drainage but also caused the wound to become raw from enzymes in the drainage. These bandaids are open on the sides so they absorb drainage but also allow the wound to breath, which promotes healing faster. I have a skin condition that requires lots of bandaids, and these are the best ones I've found to promote healing and decrease pain.

- The paper wrappers are easy to remove without contaminating the gauze.- Easy to remove protective plastic strip covering the gauze and adhesive.- Soft but tough mesh fabric.- The adhesive is perfect strength: stays on all day and night, sometimes even if wet, but comes off easy so that thin, delicate 75 year old sun-exposed skin like mine isn't harmed. I wouldn't hesitate to use these on an infant.- The gauze patch is a perfect size and shape to cover most wounds.- This is the brand used at Scripps Clinic and hospitals here in San Diego. To me that's a good recommendation and the reason I first tried them.

I generally buy extremely cheap "bandaids" that are plastic, not flexible, and basically fall off as soon as they go on (it says a lot about my character as a person, unfortunately). Being a profligate user of such bandages, I finally got fed up with the waste and bought these only slightly more expensive bandages. They stick well and are extremely flexible. What can I say? They're pretty great. There is a reason that you find them in many doctors' offices.

I was looking for the industrial style bandages I would find in a manufacturing style facility. Good adherence after getting wet, thick material, etc. these bandages are definitely the closest I could find for home use. One will last all day while getting wet multiple times(baby in the house so I'm constantly washing something in the sink )I bought 4 different styles, based on the reviews of others and I'm glad I did. I will definitely be buying more coverlette bandagesin the future!

I have an ongoing issue with my finger (actually my nail) and my Dermatologist used one of these band aids after he performed a procedure. I asked him where he got them and he didn't know but gave me a handful to use in the meantime. I went on Amazon and there they were. I have to say that these are the MOST AMAZING band aids I have ever used. They are comfortable, flexible and the best part, Latex-Free. Believe me, you will never go back to the standard every day band aid you are used to. I wholeheartedly recommend the Coverlet Latex-Free Adhesive Dressings Strips.

Unlike other fabric based bandages made in China, or most made in the USA, these DO stick to themselves AND the skin. They do unravel, but much less than other brands do. The one I'm using now, to type this review, has been on for 18 hours and only one thread has loosened at the outside edge. This compares favorably against others that start fraying in less than an hour. These DO stand up to going in and out of pockets,and having gloves on, both cloth and rubber gloves (stretchy exam gloves). They are much less weakened when exposed to water, they do stay on! These are labeled as sourced from North Carolina, USA; but I think these are made in Germany, EU as the manufacturer is labeled as Beiersdorf, a well known name in Germany. [BSN Medical GmbH]The pad appears to be of the non-stick (to the wound) type, but make no claims about this. They are absorbent, and have not stuck to my wounds, some open and some closed, even with prolonged wearing, more than 24 hours. They do not make claims about antibacterial matter added to the dressing, neither do they claim to increase clotting time, if the wound is still bleeding, direct pressure over the wound with the dressing attached often works. If not, then these are not the adhesive dressings you need at this time and it is time to seek medical attention.TIP: if you use scissors to cut each of the adhesive sides in two longways, to the dressing pad, before taking off the paper, they become effectively knuckle dressings. They will have 4 "legs" that are positionable around the joint of the knuckle involved.

It is not hard to make a goo small, self-adhesive bandage these days. Use cloth instead of latex for the tape; use a high quality non-latex adhesive that has a strong bond strength but low residue factor, and put a nonstick layer over the pad so that it won't stick to wounds.But such bandages are hard to find, at least at a reasonable price. The Coverlets fit the bill and you will often find them in hospitals and doctors' office where complaints from patients are best avoided.My only complaint is that they haven't quite mastered how to make a wrapper that seals the contents well yet is very easy to open without tearing incorrectly halfway through the pull. After all, one trying to open a bandage is very often someone with one or more cut fingers who doesn't have 100% of normal dexterity. Bandages of any brand in this regard are much better than the days off the dreaded, likely to fail, pull string but not 100% of the way there.I'll take the Coverlets over latex-free Curads or Band-Aids any day, even the their cloth bandages.They don't adhere quite as well as the Coverlets and tend to leave more residue.

These bandages do stick to the skin quite well, even when the skin or wound is wet. In fact, they stick so well that sometimes it's how to remove them. Even though they are quite thin, they are strong and do not tear. If you like thin bandages, these are for you.

These work in a pinch to help small cuts, but I wouldn't trust them for extended periods of time. They are so thin that they are liable to breaking or pulling apart.

The stick well and it is a good assortment. The problem is that they are so thin that when I pull them off, the tape rips and has to come off my skin in pieces about 1/2 the time. Being thin they are comfortable and having good sticking power they stay anywhere. The surface is a bit rough so if you rub against them a lot, you can tear or rub a hole in them. They don't leave a red mark on me like so many adhesive wound covering strips do.

As expected.

I don't actually remember the last time I have used this product. As a matter of fact, it is my ambition to never use this product. I do my utmost to avoid chopping my finger in the kitchen, scraping my knee outside, or getting a paper cut while paying the bills! (I use online billpay for just about everything now. Except for the gardner. I mail him a check.) Despite all of that, it is my general impression that these get the job done as well as could be expected.

I really do like these band-aids. I like the thinness of them, and their flexibility. Unfortunately, I have had a few that when I go to pull the white tabs off to expose the adhesive, the whole side rips right off! It just seems like they must have a slight issue with the thin aspect. I don't know, but this should be fixed. Maybe I got a bad box, but I have never had other bandages rip the whole adhesive part off when you are taking the covering off.Overall, I like the product, but only 4/5 stars due to the issue I mentioned.

The stick if great, the pad is something that could use more padding. The maker must have cuts that don't hurt.

I really do like these dressing strips when they stick. They don't stick so tight that you feel like your skin is being damaged. They don't adhere readily to even the slightest moisture on your skin, so be sure that your skin is really dry before you apply ... i would buy them again.

I had a mole removed and had to clean and reapply a bandage everyday. By the third day, the adhesive really irritated my skin. I've also used these for blisters on my feet that I wore until they fell off without a problem, so i think it's the pulling off/putting on that was so irritating. I probably wouldn't buy these again for that reason.

Good -- discovered the brand in my Foot Dr's office. backing surrounds the gauze pad nicely and is quite moisture proof. Unfortunately, the bandage becomes very well attached to the wound site and is a bit difficult to remove and leaves a fair trail of adhesive on area where applied.

I was forced into purchasing these as a substitute for the no-longer-available Nexcare 1" bandages which I used for years. I find 1" wide bandages a necessity, because I have big fingers, and the 3/4" just don't cut it (pardon the pun). I use a lot of them for all the cuts I get from construction and flintknapping. These Coverlets are almost as good as the Nexcare, but not quite the same. They are a tad thicker, so don't conform quite as well as the Nexcare (which, in my opinion, were the best bandages ever.) But, they do adhere well, including when they get wet. However, the area over which you are covering with the bandage must be absolutely dry when applying to get good adhesion. Then, they will remain attached even if they should get wet (I'm talking even after a shower!) You may know the old saying about a bird in hand... well. I'd rather have a box of these Coverlets than nothing at all.

These are almost perfect bandages. They have the adhesive on all four sides so as to keep any wound very nicely sealed. The pad itself seems larger than usual as well so it will cover larger wounds easily. These are also one of the few bandages that are truly repositional. If you happen to need to partially remove it for any reason the adhesive will reapply itself securely without any issues. These are also the most elastic bandages I have ever used so they will stretch nicely if needed, but be careful when putting them on that you take that into consideration.The only bad thing I have noticed so far with these is the smell. It sounds silly I know, but these do have a very distintive smell (reminds me of being in a doctor's office) that I find slightly irritating. Being a tad accident prone I have used numerous bandages in my life and this is the first time I have ever found myself disliking a bandage for its smell.Made in Columbia these are (as long as you aren't sensitive to the smell) some of the best bandages around.

Not very useful!

Not a big fan of the sheer bandaids, but they were the cheapest I could find for my school Supply needs. I would prefer the cloth ones because they stick on better. I suppose it would be better for kiddos tho, but they might use more of these.

My husband is a machinist and is always cutting his hands and fingers. he goes through a lot of bandages. I usually buy them from dollar store but, because of the lubricants they never stay on so, we tried these. He said they stay on a bit longer than the cheap ones but not enough to justify the costs. Needless to say we will be searching for a better bandage. I think these would be great for kids cuts or wounds that won't come into contact with water though.

Stretchy and soft, it is pretty comfortable, that is true. Definitely more comfortable and more breathable than the plasticky kinds. Works well if you're just doing light work or there's limited contact with the bandaid. The problem is that it tears pretty easily if you are doing something manual or use any force on the area. I was using these on my fingers and palms to protect cracked skin in the winter. The bandaids all ripped and fell apart during aerial classes from gripping the poles/hoops and supporting my weight with my hands. The plasticky kinds lasted longer and stayed in better condition for my workouts.I'll use them for low-contact spots, but I'll stick with the more durable ones for high-contact spots.

I am not very amazed with the product but then again not all together disappointed. I like that it sticks very well and sustains water usage for a few limited hours. But like most reviews it does sometimes stick to each other right when you open it and then all you can do is throw it. But for me that happened very rarely so cant comment much on that. All in all compared to the ones that I have been using from the Band Aid line itself...the stickiness is all that I wanted and a little longevity which I got so I am not all that disappointed. It definitely cannot sustain a good hot water bath. So everytime that happens you can be assured that it would just come off right after your bath.

These are a mixed bag, literally and figuratively. Love the fact that it has a few sizes in one box. Love the idea of sheer and breatheable strips. Love the price on Amazon. But....they're like sheer stockings. You pay for the "barely there" look and feel with compromised durability. They tear. Soon. Sooner than regular band-aids for sure. And they're not as sticky, which can be a good thing but is somehow too much of a good thing with these....Great concept, just wish they were better implemented!

didn't need to use one yet

I ordered these after reading all the rave reviews and I'm just a bit disappointed. They are comfortable and priced well. Another plus is that they cover cuts on all sides so when you bend your finger or elbow they bandage does not lift up. They don't stand any sort of water so as soon as you get them wet they fall apart. They waxy papers that cover the adhesive (the ones you take off before applying the bandage) have a very short flap on top of the middle section gauze. So unless you have very small dexterous fingers, you end up fighting with the bandage to get the paper off and compromise the sterility of the bandage.

The outside wrapping of each band aid was difficult to get off. It appeared stuck to the paper. Then when you remove the tabs that cover the band aid they often flip backward and give you a band aid that is not usable. Then you have to open another to finally get one that does on the hand.

The bandages themselves are fine. For me they still caused my skin to get red and have red bumps.

These band aids are ok. I thought they would stay on better when wet but they do not. Just like the other band aids I have purchased. Plenty of coverage for the wound. I like the fact that they stretch a bit. Good value for a regular band aid.

Buy local drugstore brands with the soft fabric flexible covers and you will be as satisfied as with these these.

Adhesive material very fragile.... tears away from the bandage part much too easily. I'll buy Band-Aid brand again, just not these.

Bought these to stock up our first aid kit but the soft pad falls off if you apply them with any form of anti-bacterial ointment. The sticky side lasts for ever but the pad will even fall out if you try to shower with it on.

I really didn't like these band-aid brand bandaids for me. As I could not get them to stay on especially if I ways doing a repetitive task that caused me not only bend my knuckles but to put pressure on them as well. For me that is pushing in my wheelchair or using my walker. My grandmother had issues with them also not sticking for very long if she placed it on a joint. Other places it did ok for a few hours before coming off. Will be looking for better.

These band-aids rip away from the gauze part (that goes over the injured skin) the minute you try to take them off and dangerously adhere to skin. They are almost cloth-like but they are not cloth. Okay for tougher skin areas, but would not use on kid's skin or sensitive skin. The sizes were nice.

It's not possible to remove these in one piece. While they're on they're comfortable. But I don't like having to pick off little glue-y pieces of bandage stuck to my finger.

This updated version of the extra large band-aid is a big disappointment. The newer non-stick surface is rough on sensitive skin areas, particular if any pressure is applied such as on a foot. The older version of this band-aid was perfect with a non-stick surface that was smooth. Sometimes newer is not better. I have switched to other brands of band-aids that work better on sensitive skin (Curad, Nexcare).

Coverlet do not seem to hold up well. Other brands will last through a hand washing or two, but these seem to fall off readily.The price was the main attraction for the first purchase, but the tried and true band aid brand has definitely out competed these.Two stars for being better then plastic, but not by much.

These were great until I developed an allergy to the adhesive.

The adhesive quality was so much better in the past. No longer recommend this brand. Too bad, cause it was the best I had found.

Adequate, but WalMart's product is more flexible and has a color the matches the skin better for us average caucasians. It's also cheaper and you won't have to wait.

I have a mild latex allergy so I was pleased to find this product on Amazon. I recently used two bandages over a two day period. When I took the first off - the area where the bandage had been was red. I thought that was from the skin being pulled during bandage removal. When I took the second off it was clear that I had a rash. It was the exact outline of anywhere the adhesive had touched. It took two weeks for the rash to heal. This product was not a winner for me.

I'm not sure why, but these band-aids made my skin react in a terrible way. I've worn band-aid brand before, but not this one in particular and my skin literally started to blister up and fall off. I now have a scar in the shape of the band-aid on my upper thigh. Maybe it was just a fluke, or maybe it was the particular glue used on these but I'll never wear them again. I'll purchase one of their other varieties instead.

I ordered these because they were purported to be "Comfort Sheer" band-aids. When they arrived, they were just plain "Sheer." Not what I ordered. Grrrr....

Yeah, they're cheap but won't stay on for long.Even without getting them wet, they would lose grip and fall. I used them on my hands and fingers. They stick well only to themselves. Total disappointment. Band Aid is supposed to be a good brand.

I love Band-Aid brand, they just seem to work better than store brands. But I'm rather aggravated that I went out of my way to order the "Comfort Sheer" style and got normal "Sheer Strips" instead. The names are similar, but the strips themselves are fairly different. Sure, it's a minor quibble, but it irks me when I go out of my way to order a specific item and get sent something inferior.

They must have changed how they make these because these are not the same band-aids I normally receive. The adhesive strip is harder than it use to be and they don't stick at all. I purchased these back in Sept and since I'm just now finding out that these are completely different and the quality is terrible I can't return them. Total waste of money!!

Product listed is COMFORT SHEER, yet SHEER STRIPS were sent. Second time this has happened. So, if you're looking for COMFORT SHEER bandaids, DON'T buy these. You will be sent SHEER STRIPS and there is a clear difference between the two.

HORRIBLE product. This product used to be one of the best bandaids out there. NO LONGER. Outsourced to Columbia and the product SUCKS. Does not stay on, falls off immediately when worn. TERRIBLE product - figures, once leaving United States for a cheaper way to make the product, quality goes in the toilet! Nice going BSN-Jobst........

didnt appear to be made of fabric on outer side of strip.

First of all, I wanted to rate the Coverlets Strips with the highest 5 stars.We are completely satisfied with the Coverlets Strips which we have used for years.We were down to our last 5 Coverlets, and when I order for my husband & myself we always order extra and make sure children also have anew supply on hand. We like them due to the fact the bandages on until they are taken off.When our supply runs low again, we will definitely reorder, which won't be for a long time.Thank you,Sincerely;Mrs. Shirley J. MillerEvansville, IN 47711

The adhesive works fine, strong enough to stay on all day, but not so strong that it's too tough on 70 year old thin skin. But, there is a problem. The adhesive fabric does not breath well, I tried "sucking air" through it just to see - all but air tight. Add to this that the gauze pad does not extend to the edges, and this bandage tends to get and stay damp. I'm not the sweaty type, tested the bandage on a small wound on my upper arm. Removed bandage after about 20 hours which resulted in skin maceration due to hyperhydration.Maybe okay for cut fingers where the bandage would be replaced every few hours?Edit: Lowered rating to 1 star. I'm not allergic to anything I know of, but I am to the adhesive used on these. Red rash developed with tiny blister.

I needed it for a finger and wore it for several hours then got a very bad rash under the pad (not under the sticky parts) which took several weeks to disappear after using all kinds of medicated creams and ointments to heal it.

These bandages so not stick at all. They stick for about 10 seconds, then the ends start curling and rolling up and are useless. They are not what I would call fabric either. I will stick with Band-Aid brand flexible fabric. The Band-Aid ones stick forever, even if you get them wet! Band-Aid brand look better, feel better, and are much higher quality in my opinion. These were cheaper and somehow had good reviews, but I guess you get what you pay for. Junk, buy Band-Aid brand instead!