Educator ET-800 The Boss E Collar for Dog Training with Remote - 1 Mile Range, Waterproof, 100 Blunt Stimulation Levels, Tone or Vibration Mode, Night Light Tracking for Small, Medium & Large Dogs Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-06-24
4.5(319)Amazon rating$279.99200+ bought last month
Our verdict
The Educator ET-800, nicknamed The Boss, delivers a full mile of range and a deluxe accessory kit built for large dogs, and its 4.5 star average suggests it earns its higher price for owners who genuinely need that extra distance.
Owners training large dogs at real distance, such as in fields or working environments, who need a full mile of range and a complete accessory kit.
Skip if
You only train in a backyard or small area, since the extra mile of range goes unused and shorter-range collars in this lineup cost less.
Breed size Large
Priced 367% above the category median ($59.99 across 100 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 319 owner ratings
Popularity2.9/5
319 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["The ET-800 is recommended for large breed dogs and ships with a waterproof collar receiver, a waterproof remote, two sets of contact points, a contact point removal tool, a deluxe plastic carrying case, and a dual battery charger. It also includes a lanyard, an owner's manual, a PetsTEK training clicker, and a 3/4 inch by 30 inch biothane collar strap.", "Per the listing, it reaches a full mile of range, offers 100 blunt stimulation levels, tone or vibration modes, and night light tracking, the longest range of any collar in this lineup. Educator's care instructions note the collar shouldn't stay on a dog for more than 12 hours at a time and should be repositioned on the neck to prevent irritation.", "At $279.99, it's one of the pricier options here, and with 319 reviews at a 4.5 star average and about 200 units bought last month, it has a smaller but solidly positive track record, reflecting its more specialized, long-range use case."]
Pros
1 mile range, the longest in this training collar lineup
Deluxe plastic carrying case and dual battery charger included
Two sets of contact points plus a removal tool for coat length changes
3/4 inch by 30 inch biothane collar strap included
Strong 4.5 star rating
Cons
Smaller review base of 319 compared to some other Educator models
Care instructions warn against leaving the collar on more than 12 hours at a time
Higher price near $280 reflects the extended range, which not every owner needs
Specifications
Breed size
Large
Performance notes
The 1 mile range and 100 blunt stimulation levels are paired with tone or vibration modes and night light tracking, matching the long-distance use case implied by the name The Boss. Educator's own care guidance recommends repositioning the collar on the dog's neck regularly and capping continuous wear at under 12 hours to prevent skin irritation, worth keeping in mind for daily use.
What buyers say
With 319 reviews at a 4.5 star average and roughly 200 units bought last month, the ET-800 has a smaller but consistently positive base, reflecting its role as a specialized long-range option rather than an everyday entry-level collar.
It reaches a full mile per the manufacturer, the longest range of any collar in this lineup. That distance is meant for large-scale field or working dog training rather than typical backyard use.
Can I leave this collar on my dog all day?
No, the manufacturer's care instructions recommend not leaving it on for more than 12 hours at a time and repositioning it on the neck periodically. Following that guidance helps prevent skin irritation from prolonged wear.
What's included with the ET-800?
The kit includes a waterproof collar receiver, a waterproof remote, two sets of contact points with a removal tool, a deluxe carrying case, a dual battery charger, a manual, a lanyard, a training clicker, and a 3/4 by 30 inch biothane collar strap.
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