Finally got my Totem Labs Compasses (First Impression Review)

These just came in today. I ordered them wayyy back April 2024. Haven’t had a chance to use them at all festival yet but I thought I’d share some photos and first impressions.

Unboxing was so underwhelming 😅 they literally came in these bags, all in a small cardboard box. Not the biggest deal.

Holding them in my hand, they feel much lighter than we all probably thought. I hoped for the price they would be a little higher quality. It feels like they would break if dropped from 5-6 ft 😬

Next, as you can see from the pics they came pretty dirty. The plastic case was all smudged up and had micro scratches all over it. Also not the biggest deal, as I’m assuming these will get beat up a bit at festivals.

I’m currently writing this as I’m figuring out how to work it. You scan a QR code on the back (sticker wasn’t even fully on 😂) to get the instruction manual & it’s pretty complicated imo and I’ll probably make and post my own tutorial video when I get comfortable with all the features. If you’re curious about it: https://www.totemlabs.com/resources/quickstart

I’ll add another review update after I use it in a proper festival setting with my mates. Cheers!