Best Multipitch Capable Climbing Belay Devices Under $150 for Lowering Control

Multipitch-capable devices handle belay-station duties including rappel and follower belay, with most top-ranked devices ( Edelrid Pinch , Petzl Grigri , Edelrid Giga Jul ) designed for this use.

Most belay devices fall under $150, where the Petzl Grigri and Edelrid Pinch dominate discussion - the Grigri for its widely-tested safety reputation, the Pinch for combining assisted-braking with guide-mode versatility.