Are they accurate?, which is the best multimeter on the market?

Finding the ideal product isn't always a mater of spending the most, in this video we test and find out which is the best multimeter

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[sumofty]

I'm an Electrical Engineer and been using the $10 special from Mouser for like 10 years now lol. It's accurate enough for most automotive applications, and the applications where it's not we bust out the Oscilloscope.

Also agreed with comments above on tip over test. Like maybe it's more for home electrician thing but I've never found that to matter lol

[Dj_Marinho]

The most important feature of a multimeter is the Category, the CAT IV is the best/safety. The fact of is not mentioned in video is dangerous

[kellyeye]

If you're looking to measure with an accuracy of under 0.05V (50mV) you need a specialist LAB-style meter. The accuracy shown by all those meters (on voltage range) is more than adequate for 90%+ of users in any situation. Rather than pay $100's for a Fluke I'd have two (or three) cheaper versions so I can do volt/current measurements simultaneously (and/or have a 'spare' when necessary).

[alberta]

You honestly didn't make any proper comparison arguments

[MyJp]

For the average homeowner, there are countless $15 meters that are great deals. I'm an industrial electrician, and I refuse to use anything besides fluke. They are stupid expensive compared to other brands, but when you're waist deep in unspeakable nastiness, trying to diagnose a fault so you can go home, waiting for a $60 meter to auto-range is unacceptable. Training is needed on any meter, but I trust my flukes with my life sometimes on a daily basis. PS someone at fluke needs locked up for the pvc leads that come with $200-500 meters

[johnhewitt]

I thought it was a very good review. It's not possible to test all specs on all meters in a short video, but it covered two of the most important ranges very well, being DC volts and resistance. Using very accurate references made it credible. Buyers should refer to product specs to assess other features, but whst was shown was enough to show the general performance of each model.

Based on this and a few other reviews, I just bought an AstroAi dm6000ar, and it seems very good. I considered spending more $$$ on a Fluke 117, but the AstroAI does more of what I need, particularly on low currents where the Fluke doesn't seem to have current ranges less than 6A.

[undergroundbuzz]

I use an old American made fluke multimeter that's 7 years older than me. The plastic is holding on for dear life. Still works though

[guateque]

The small astro is a rebranded uni-t ut33d. A very good cheap meter. The larger Astro looks like a rebranded holdpeak.

[stinkycheese]

1) Lead length - not important, I buy and make leads as I need them, but more important is that they have high flexibility, silicone insulation and high strand count, pure copper wire of a reasonably low gauge, and well formed jackets on the plugs.

2) Durability. Bigger because it has a more protective, thicker and groove jointed casing, and outer cover. If I drop one and it breaks, what good was the small size? Also factored in is display size/legibility, and the prop design on the back to allow it to stand up.

At the same time, nothing is bullet proof and I'd feel more of a loss dropping a $200 meter than a $20 meter, obviously, and if you work around other people on a jobsite, the $200 meter is more at risk for theft, and/or more of a loss than the $20 meter if stolen.

Accuracy, meh if you are into certain kinds of electronics then it is quite important but for most uses, being off even 5% isn't a big deal, and many of the better meters also have an adjustment pot inside to calibrate if you really care to bother.

Also now that the chinese brands are getting cheaper, many casual users are moving towards getting a clamp ammeter multimeter, as they hardly ever need measurements besides voltage and current. This can also be handy as a 2nd meter, because sometimes you want to measure two things simultaneously and need a 2nd meter typically for voltage or current.

[TacoDaddy-mrig]

I have been using a cheap $50 black and Decker meter i got from sears over 18 years ago and i have a really cheap off brand meter that i paid about $13-$15 for from Walmart about 4 years ago and i have no problem with neither one of them ❤😊

[YoSpiff]

I used to have a modestly priced meter with permanently mounted wires. I needed to be able to swap out the leads for testing wires in tiny connectors, so I switched to the Fluke 101. Size was also an issue since I fly with my tools and have to put them in my checked baggage. Since the 101 doesn't have current measurement, that made me pause, but when I thought about it, all I ever use is voltage and resistance/continuity. I added a magnet on a strap in order to hang it on things. Pretty happy with it.

[wa]

@12:43: I have just tested continuity on my Fluke 101. With the stock probes, it's the same here. However, when you upgrade to better probes with gold-plated tips, that delay is gone. Surprisingly, the Fluke stock probes cause no delay when attached to my Fluke 87V high-end multimeter.

[joshm]

Good analysis. When one of my old meters died 3 yrs ago, I researched and chose the Triplett MM350. It was $40 (now 46) on Amazon. I chose this model because it has DC AND AC milliamp & microamp ranges. It has performed well for home DIY use. Many multimeters have only DC milliamp/microamp ranges. Also NIST traceable calibrated version for $104.

[ElectroAtletico]

I own12 DMM's and 7 analog Multi-Meters. From a bare basic $5 from Harbor Freight to a Fluke 87V. A simple $35 DMM is more than good enough for 98% of an electrician's work (and 100% of "handyman"/DYI work).

p.s. Now compare the Fluke 1587 insulation meter to the Klein! 🤪

[karlmartell]

I find this insulation measurement function very useful—it saves you from needing a separate device. You rarely find this in multimeters.

Furthermore, on a construction site or during rough and often dirty work, I’d rather have a simple and inexpensive multimeter. It’s a good feeling not having to be overly careful with it like with expensive equipment. If it gets scratched, dirt gets inside, or it gets stolen, I won’t be upset—I’ll just buy a new one.

[JurdzLights]

You forgot to compare the time of each multimeter to reach the correct reading of components at the time the probe touches.

[bangleoelektro]

You know my cheap $5 to $6 multimeter from china, almost stand for a decade. Maybe 8 or 9 years ago since I bought it online, and still functioning until now. But yeah, I am not really sure about the accuracy of the voltage, current and ohms, because I don't have any accurate voltage sources or resistor to test it. But when I test the USB voltage that should be 5V, it is pretty near 5.0V, not really off. Maybe it should off a little bit, I am not really sure. But for hobbyist like me, it is no problem.

[Whigu]

I like how your toolbox almost says UREA

[aliabbadi]

Hello, I purchased a Fluke 376 FC clamp meter from eBay at a reasonable price. I understand calibration is important for accuracy; could you advise on how to determine if my device requires calibration?

[marklauelectric]

The balance between price and quality depends on my daily usage and the level of excellence I require for specific tasks