AstroAI TRMS 4000 vs AstroAI TRMS 6000 Multimeter: Best Value for DIYers? I’ve spent time with both the AstroAI TRMS 4000 Counts and the AstroAI TRMS 6000 Counts multimeters, and they’re two of the most popular choices for home and automotive electrical work. The 4000 model handles up to 600V AC/DC, while the 6000 model … Read more
KAIWEETS TRMS 6000 vs FNIRSI DMT-99: Best Automotive Multimeter for DIYers? I’ve spent hours testing two popular automotive multimeters side-by-side: the KAIWEETS HT118A (TRMS 6000 counts) and the FNIRSI DMT-99 (9999 counts TRMS). Both are Amazon’s Choice and have sold over 1,000 units in the past month, but they take very different approaches to voltage … Read more
Klein Tools MM320KIT vs 69149P: Best Electrical Test Kit for Electricians? I’ve spent hours with both the Klein Tools MM320KIT and the 69149P Electrical Test Kits, and let me tell you—they’re both solid choices for any electrician. The MM320KIT packs a multimeter, non-contact voltage tester (NCVT3P), receptacle tester, and voltage tester into one kit, while … Read more
Gardner Bender GMT-312 Analog Multimeter Review I was troubleshooting a dead outlet in my workshop and needed a quick way to check voltage and continuity without breaking the bank. That’s when I picked up the Gardner Bender GMT-312 Analog Multimeter, a 5-function, 12-range tester that handles up to 300V AC/DC and comes with a set … Read more
UNI-T UT133A vs UNI-T UT161E vs Extech EX330: Best Palm Size Multimeter? I’ve spent hours with these three palm-size multimeters, and the choice between them comes down to how much precision you really need. The UNI-T UT133A is a budget-friendly 6000-count meter, the UNI-T UT161E is a lab-grade 22000-count beast with USB data logging, and … Read more
Klein Tools ET600 vs Fluke 17B+ vs ZOYI ZT-1000R: Best Insulation Tester for Electricians? If you’re shopping for a megohmmeter that also multitasks as a daily multimeter, you’re probably staring at the Klein Tools ET600, the Fluke 17B+, and the new ZOYI ZT-1000R. Each claims to handle insulation resistance testing, but they take very different … Read more
KAIWEETS KM200s Smart Multimeter True RMS Review I’ve been burned before by cheap multimeters that couldn’t tell a live wire from a dead one. So when I grabbed the KAIWEETS KM200s Smart Digital Multimeter True RMS, 4000 Counts, Auto Ranging Voltmeter, NCV Non-Contact Voltage Detector, I was skeptical about its smart measurement mode and that … Read more
FNIRSI LC1020E 100kHz LCR Meter Review Ever grabbed a handful of loose capacitors from your parts bin and had no clue if they were still good? I’ve been there, and it’s exactly why I tested the FNIRSI LC1020E 100kHz LCR Meter. This 19,999-count tester handles capacitance, resistance, and inductance with test frequencies up to 100kHz. … Read more
Fluke 3000 FC Wireless Multimeter Review I’ve been in the middle of troubleshooting a tricky control panel, and keeping one eye on the meter while fumbling for my phone is always a pain. That’s exactly why I tested the Fluke 3000 FC Wireless Digital Multimeter, which lets you see readings remotely via the Fluke Connect … Read more
ZOYI 921 vs ANENG SZ301 vs Assark 2000 Counts Multimeter: Best Beginner Multimeter? If you’re a beginner trying to pick between the ZOYI 921, ANENG SZ301, and Assark 2000 Counts Multimeter, you’re looking at three very different approaches to getting started. The ZOYI 921 is a 4000-count auto-ranging card tester, the ANENG SZ301 is a … Read more