I've personally used those DIY repair kits 3/4 times in last 10 years with no problems.
Any replacement tires I put on my cars have free flat repairs (incl. balancing) so in those cases I get the proper inner patch type repair.
Always wise to check pressure in spare at oil change intervals.


98 Mystique LS v6 atx 163,000km 97 Contour LX v6 atx 163,000km