10 Best Digital Multimeters For Engineers And Hobbyists

Digital Multimeters are the most rudimentary tools for an electrical engineer. Whether you are debugging a faulty circuit or wiring your home appliance, it is always handy to have a multimeter nearby.  We have compiled the list of 10 best digital Multimeters which are both affordable and readily available.

Extech EX205T True RMS Auto Ranging Multimeter(48.26$)

Pro

• Input fuse protection
• Max Hold, Auto Power off and Data Hold.

Con

• High frequency response is not good, beyond(13Khz)

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Blusmart MS88 4000(50$)

Pro

• Good construction quality.
• Easy to use.

Con

• Inconsistent Ohm readings.

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Etekcity MSR-P600 (20$)

Pro

• Very Affordable.
• Good for everyday use.

Con

• Short Leads.
• Does not beep when there is continuity.

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INNOVA 3340(71$)

Pro

• Can be used on Professional Scale.
• Good support.

Con

• Complicated to use.

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Etekcity Digital Multimeter (DMM)(20$)

Pro

• Very handy and light weight.
• Good clear display.

Con

• No automatic shutoff.
• No over voltage protection.

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Fluke 87V/E2 Industrial True-RMS Multimeter(434$)

Pro

• Very Robust.
• Life-time warranty.
• A Lot of functionality.

Con

• Tech support not good.

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DT830B LCD Digital Multimeters (7$)

Pro

• Best value for money.
• Light weight and portable.
• Large and easy to read display.

Con

• No audible continuity.
• Rotary dial function is not of good quality.

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Etekcity Digital Multimeter (10$)

Pro

• Good for beginners and work around the household.
• Overload protection

Con

• Low quality leads.
• Does not measure capacity.

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Tekpower MS8264 Digital Multimeters (23.5$)

Pro

• Over range/Polarity/Low Battery indication.
• Auto Power off function available.
• Good Manufacturing quality.

Con

• Takes comparatively long time to auto range.
• Does not give optimal performance in mV range.

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INNOVA 3320 Digital Multimeters (26$)

Pro

• Reliable and consistent ratings.
• Can record Ohms up 0.001.
• uses standard sized banana plugs so is compatible with several 3rd party or customized probes/connectors.

Con 

• Maximum current rating is 200mA.

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