First off, let me say this little metal bar has become my nighttime security blanket. I used to wedge chairs against doors when traveling - how janky is that? This thing actually makes me feel safer.

The adjustability is genius. In my apartment, it fits perfectly under the sliding balcony door at 32 inches, but shrinks down to secure my bathroom window when I want some ventilation. That fork-shaped end? Total game-changer - hooks around the frame so nobody's jimmying it loose.

I tested the '500 pound capacity' claim by leaning my full weight (180lbs) against it - not budging. The rubber feet grip my hardwood floors way better than I expected. Though fair warning - it does slide a bit on thick carpet unless you remove the rug first.

What surprised me most was how portable it is. Broke it down to toss in my suitcase for a Vegas trip last month. Hotel room door felt sketchy? Boom - instant security bar in 30 seconds flat. Housekeeping probably thought I was paranoid, but hey, better safe than sorry.

The metal could be thicker, sure, but for $16? This does way more than those overpriced 'travel door alarms' that false-alarm every time the AC kicks on. My only gripe is wishing it came in black to match my door hardware.

Pro tip: Keep one by your bedstand. That metal bar feels reassuringly heavy if you ever need... alternative uses for home defense *wink*