Why it matters
The CUE GEN2 is a compact trainer with 99 levels, a safety level lock and USB-C charging. Range is 400 yards, enough for parks and yards, and it expands to three dogs. Dogtra states IPX9K. It comes in grey or tan.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Suburban owners
- Parks and yards
- Multi-dog homes
Look elsewhere if
- Dogs under the maker's minimum weight
- Fearful or reactive dogs without a trainer
- Owners wanting a quick fix for aggression
Pros and cons
Pros
- 99 levels
- USB-C
- Level lock
Cons
- 400 yd range
- Price
- Not for hunting
Limitations to weigh
- Static stimulation is an aversive. Many vets and welfare groups advise reward-based training first and a qualified trainer before using any e-collar; start at the lowest level that gets a response and never use it in anger.
- Check fit daily, move the receiver every few hours and limit wear time (makers commonly say no more than 8 to 12 hours a day) to avoid pressure sores.
- Range figures are the maker's open-ground numbers; trees, hills and buildings cut real range.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Price seen | $189.99 | Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 400 yards | Maker |
| Levels | 99 levels | Maker |
| Dogs supported | Expandable to 3 dogs | Maker |
| Water resistance (maker-stated) | IPX9K (maker-stated) | Maker |
| Safety lock | Safety level lock | Maker |
| Charging | USB-C | Maker |
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Final verdict
A neat everyday Dogtra.
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