This is a five star product that misses the mark. With the original ratchet straps, the ratchet insert broke out of the strap after 2-3 years of use. These belts don't do that. What they do is rip out the buckle. In my case while in public with many witnesses. This has happened to me twice: once after I cut the belt to lose weight and then continued to use the belt even after gaining some weight which was my fault. The second time around the belt was about the size of my waist as it is now and not too tight.