Stun guns and tasers are two different self defense weapons. Both are electroshock weapons but different in terms of their use and working mechanism. We explore their differences.

1. What is the Difference Between a
Stun Gun and a Taser?
The taser and the stun gun are the two of the most commonly used self defense weapons
these days. Both of these weapons are electroshock weapons having the ability to inflict
serious electrical shock. Many people believe that these are the two names for one weapon.
However, these are two different things. A comparison of the two weapons will let you know,
and that’s what we are doing today. Here are the differences between a stun gun and a taser
gun:
What is a Stun Gun?
A stun gun is a small device that can deliver a strong electrical shock. It can be designed
like any other device. Typically, you will find it as lipstick, a flashlight, a cell phone, a USB
and a baton etc. There are different designs and variations in this device.
What is a Taser?
A taser gun sounds like a gun as well. It is actually a gun having a trigger mechanism. It is
another electroshock weapon and can deliver a powerful electrical shock. However, it is
always found designed like a small pistol. As mentioned above, there is a trigger mechanism.
How Do Stun Guns Work?
The working mechanism of the stun guns is quite simple. You will always find two prongs on
these devices. First of all, you have to enable the electrical shock. Then, you just have to
touch the two prongs to the body of the attacker to cause a very powerful electrical shock.
How Do Tasers Work?
A taser gun works quite brilliantly as well. The working mechanism is similar to a pistol.
There is a trigger that you will pull to shoot electrodes. The electrodes can travel to some
distance and hit the body of the attacker. When they connect to form a circuit, a powerful
electrical shock is delivered.
Self Defense Benefits of Stun Gun
A stun gun is a great self defense weapon because it can help you survive against the
attackers. It is quite small and easy to carry in the pocket. Also, it is the simplest weapon to
use against the attackers. The powerful electrical shock can immobilize the attacker.

2. Self Defense Benefits of Taser
A taser gun can be extremely useful in a self defense situation. You can simply pull the
trigger to shoot electrodes and deliver a strong electrical shock to immobilize the attacker. It
is also a non lethal weapon and is small enough to carry in the pocket.
Conclusion
To conclude, I can say that the taser gun is a slightly more advantageous self defense
weapon even though a stun gun is also pretty effective. The advantage with the taser is that
it can be used from a distance while the other electroshock weapon requires you to make a
dangerous move of getting closer to the attacker!