Review: Rola spikes vs Electric fencing vs Barbwire
| Feature | Rola Spikes | Electric Fencing | Barbed Wire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security | The most effective anti-climb wall solution available in the market proven by experts |
Easily tampered with and cut. Wire tapping a major problem. Too many false alarms. | Can be cut with pliers and use of blankets to cover it. |
| Durability |
UV Stabilized Glass Fibre. Reinforced Polyamide and Nylon. Rust Proof Made to last over 10 years |
Requires constant maintenance on a yearly basis and new energizer every 2 years. | Rusts and bends easily. Depends on type of wire available. |
| Maintenance | Maintenance free depending on wall quality. Once off installation. |
High maintenance costs – energizers and other parts have to be replaced every 2 years | Little maintenance if installed properly and bolted to the wall. |
| Visibility | Spikes are neat but sharp! Goes nicely with vegetation. |
Effects the overall look of your property and gives the criminals an opportunity to tamper with it to check if it works. | Barbwire gives your property a prison look and gives an impression to buyers of high crime in the area. |
| Price | Almost equivalent to Electric fencing start up costs however much cheaper than electric fencing over 10 year period |
High maintenance costs over a 10 year period as well as start up costs. More expensive than Rola spikes in the long run | Expensive and ineffective – depreciates your property value and overall property look. |