XavierLaFlamme

I am getting ready to buy a multimeter so I can get better at diagnosing electrical problems.

My friend suggested an Auto ranging meter. Any suggestions from you all who use one regularly would be great.

I don't want to spend more than $100.

Thanks,
Michael

Spyerx

Partial to Fluke. However looking for one to use in the garage that I can beat up and saw this Klein (they make great electrical tools) for under $100 and looks great, has a temperature probe option, and also can do up to 10A, auto ranging, etc...

https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-M...ds=Fluke+meter

bobbyp

Have a look at this.

EMBPilot

Bruce will be here shortly to spend all your money

uniquenamehere

Very timely post since I'm looking for a replacement for my cheapo multimeter.

bruce7

I've always felt that if you have any money left after a 3-day weekend
you must've done something wrong.

-bruce7

M. Schneider

Fluke .... quality.

Sandia man

I don't think you have to spend $100 to get an acceptable multimeter. A year ago I tried to research this and settled on a UT61E. About $50; the weak spot on this is the internal supports for the cable connectors are not great. I leave my cables connected all the time to minimize wear and tear on the connectors. Functionality is good and the fuses are good so it's more safe if you ever have to deal with household current. If you find you use it a lot you can spend $300 or more for a Fluke (made in USA version) which by all accounts is a great meter.

nine9six

I found a great buy on a used Fluke 77 III on fleabay for $70. Nowhere near top of the line, but reliably does what I need.

Fluke, Made in America!

That was probably 10 yrs ago...Still works like a champ!

Allen

easy one....Fluke. I've been using the same one for over 33 years...it's NEVER missed a beat.

phoneyman

Multimeters are worth their price. I have a Fluke 117 (I think thats the model) and the nice ones will last forever. It might seem like a high cost, but they will hold their calibration for a lot longer time and will likely be more reliable for a longer period of time.

Quadcammer

My $25 craftsman has done absolutely everything I've needed to do for the past 8 years or so. For the average DIYer, I can't see why you'd need anything more.

nile13

Fluke, of course. A used Fluke, like 77, if you find a good deal. Keep watching ebay and Craigslist, something will pop up. I'd get a used Fluke over a new similar-priced anything, basically.

It's one of those tools that just has to be good and pleasant t use. Then again, I'm a former EE.

XavierLaFlamme

I like the price.

e9stibi

I am using this for years without any issues:

https://www.amazon.com/Vichy-Manual-.../dp/B00FFWF7YC

No affiliation to the specific seller.