11 best multimeters - from household to professional models

A multimeter can come in handy at any time. With it, you can check the battery voltage or identify the cause of the problem in the electrical device that refuses to work. In this regard, the online magazine expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ will tell you about the best multimeters. The mentioned models have the greatest accuracy and very wide functionality. In this case, not only expensive models will be mentioned, but also low-end devices available to most Russians.

Top multimeter rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best inexpensive multimeters	1	Mastech M830B	565 ₽
	2	Resanta DT 830B	299 ₽
	3	Elitech MM 100	230 ₽
Best multimeters for home	1	CEM DT-61	4 413 ₽
	2	Mastech MS8260E	1 649 ₽
	3	CEM DT-912	1 050 ₽
The best professional multimeters	1	CEM DT-9979	22 700 ₽
	2	APPA 107N	15 260 ₽
	3	Fluke 17B +	10 369 ₽
	4	KEYSIGHT 3458A	757 620 ₽
The best multimeter for cars	1	Fluke 28-II	33 758 ₽

Best inexpensive multimeters

Mastech M830B

Rating: 4.8

One of the most affordable multimeters. At the same time, the device is quite suitable for domestic needs when maximum accuracy of measurements is not needed. However, the error of readings for this multimeter can not be called high, in fact it does not exceed 0.5%. The device is operated by a familiar battery-crown, which has enough energy for many thousands of measurements.

This multimeter is able to work with direct current at a voltage of 0.2 to 600 V. If alternating current is used, the voltage should be at least 200 V. As for the DC power, measurements in the range from 0.0002 to 10 A are allowed. In short, the device turned out to be quite versatile. At the same time it is as easy to use. The choice of measurement ranges here is carried out by rotating a special pen, as in many other multimeters. Also, the device is capable of alerting by sound signals - many cheap counterparts of such a function, by the way, are deprived. It remains to add that the Mastech M830B multimeter weighs exactly 170 g, and it should fit even in the smallest bag.

Resanta DT 830B

Rating: 4.7

One of the cheapest multimeters in our ranking. For this device in Russian stores they ask no more than 250 rubles. As in the case of other inexpensive multimeters, the choice of the type of measurements is done manually - for this, the usual handle is rotated. It also uses a conventional digital display, devoid of illumination. Low cost due to increased measurement error up to 1%. Fortunately, this is quite an acceptable figure, if the device is not used for professional purposes.

The multimeter can measure direct and alternating voltage, as well as direct current and resistance.Unfortunately, he is not capable of checking the integrity of the electrical circuit and solving some other complex problems. But they can check the diodes.

The characteristics of Resant DT 830B are typical for a cheap multimeter. Here, measurements of alternating voltage from 200 to 750 V are possible. The DC voltage can vary from 0.2 to 1000 V. That is, you can measure either a small battery or a serious transformer. As for the DC power, it should vary from 0.0002 to 10 A.

The product complies with the safety standard CAT II 1000 V. The device weighs only 137 g, it is not recommended to drop it - plastic seems to be too fragile. Nevertheless, it is difficult to find fault with the build quality - the product does not crunch in the hands. Only probes and paper documentation are supplied with the multimeter.

Elitech MM 100

Rating: 4.6

A rare case when the plastic case of the multimeter turns red. The mode switch is colored in the same way. Only the area around it is left black, so that the white font is easy to read. Like the devices previously reviewed in this rating, the Elitech MM 100 is designed to measure resistance, direct current, and direct and alternating voltage. You can use it for dialing electrical networks. Another application method is to test semiconductor diodes. The measurement results are displayed on a small digital display. Illumination he, unfortunately, is deprived.

The product has the usual characteristics of the budget multimeter. That is, electricity with a voltage of more than 750 V cannot be precisely measured. The device works with the help of "crown". Unlike the products discussed above, the Russian Elitech MM 100 multimeter comes with a battery, you do not need to buy it separately.

Best multimeters for home

CEM DT-61

Rating: 4.9

This tool is also called hot-wire anemometer. The fact is that this is a very advanced multimeter whose capabilities are greatly expanded. The product even looks much better than its budget counterparts. But such a device is much more expensive - in Russian stores they are asked for it up to 5 thousand rubles.

The readings here are displayed on a very large display. Measurement results can be fixed for a while. Also available is the storage of reference readings, which then compares the results of new measurements. Finally, it should be noted that there is an automatic range selection here. Of course, at any time you can set the measurement range manually, if the option chosen by the automatics did not suit you.

In addition to the usual functions of the multimeter, there are light meter, sound meter, thermometer and hygrometer. This means that with the help of the CEM DT-61 you can measure the level of illumination (responsible for this is the silicon photodiode, supplemented with filters), the noise level (this is done by a condenser microphone), the ambient temperature and even its humidity.

Perhaps this is one of the best appliances for home use. It can also be used in small workshops or firms engaged in the repair of electronic equipment. The capabilities of the multimeter CEM DT-61 is not enough only for employees of enterprises associated with very high electricity. It is a pity that this device cannot be called cheap.Nevertheless, he deserves a place in our rating.

Mastech MS8260E

Rating: 4.8

Perhaps this device has the most optimal price tag. In the Russian retail they ask for 2500 rubles. This is not the amount that does not want to part. At the same time, you understand that it is unlikely that the manufacturer of a sufficiently expensive multimeter greatly saved, and therefore you can expect from the device rich possibilities and low measurement error.

Unlike budget analogs, this model has a fairly large display. The range switch, on the contrary, is slightly reduced in size. However, it has such a shape that it is easy to turn it. At the same time random turns are practically excluded.

With this multimeter you can measure AC and DC voltage, resistance (here, however, the error can reach 5%), DC and AC current, inductance and even capacitance of capacitors. Also, the manufacturer has not forgotten about the diode test and continuity of the circuit. In short, such a device should quite suit people associated with regular repair of consumer electronics. It is possible that most buyers of the multimeter will be pleased with the presence of the HOLD button. Its pressing allows you to hold readings. Perhaps, it lacks here only measurements of temperature and frequency. However, only much more expensive devices have such functions. The device is powered by the usual "crown". A nice bonus is the protective bumper supplied in the kit - with it you can not be afraid to drop the multimeter somewhere on the asphalt.

CEM DT-912

Rating: 4.7

Far from the cheapest multimeter in our ranking. However, the name of his dear language does not turn. For this model in Russia they ask no more than 1000 rubles. In this regard, you should not expect from the device rich opportunities. Basically, the manufacturer has relied on a good build and a fairly large display. The latter even has a backlight, so that the results of the measurements can be found even while in complete darkness. Returning to the body, it is rubberized, so the multimeter is not afraid of even falling from a decent height. It should be noted, and the presence of the HOLD button here. As you understand, pressing it activates the memorization of current readings.

Of course, the ideal this device can not be called in any case. Professionals do not like the error, which in some modes can reach 2%. However, at home such a multimeter may well come in handy. With it, you can measure not only the various parameters of electricity, but also the integrity of the circuit. Also, the device allows you to check the diodes and even test the batteries. The measurement range here can be selected both manually and automatically. It should be noted and the fact that the device belongs to the safety standard CAT III 600 V. A multimeter from the "crown", which comes in the kit.

The best professional multimeters

CEM DT-9979

Rating: 4.9

A rare case where the multimeter is endowed with a waterproof case. The device complies with the IP67 standard, which allows measurements even in the rain. The device will not receive damage even if it falls onto a hard surface. In short, to serve such a device is able forever. But he didn’t even get to our rating because of that.

In fact, this multimeter is also a recorder. If cheaper analogs remember only one specific parameter, then absolutely all changes that occurred during 200 hours are recorded here (as much as possible you can save up to 10 thousand values). Along the way, timestamps are saved. In the future, this greatly facilitates the transition to a specific time. For example, you can quickly find out how much the battery capacity has decreased after an hour and a half of its use, how much its voltage has sagged.

But this is not the main feature of the multimeter! The device is also called professional because of the possibility of communication with other devices. That is, all the measurement results can be output to a computer, after which it remains to proceed to their analysis. Also here there is a Bluetooth-module, with its help, the data is transmitted to the smartphone, where you first need to install the appropriate application.

As for the capabilities of the device, they are very broad. The maximum device can measure voltage up to 1000 V. At the same time, the measurement error does not exceed 0.3%, which can be considered an excellent indicator. Moreover, when measuring DC voltage, the error does not exceed 0.025% at all. Of course, when measuring other parameters, the error may be higher, but there are no wonders in the world - this is the fault of all modern multimeters available to the average consumer. The device can measure current, voltage, resistance, frequency, capacitance, temperature (up to 1000 degrees) and some other parameters. Values ​​are displayed both in the form of numbers and on the graphic scale.

In short, we can talk about the DT-9979 multimeter for a very long time. Now it is one of the most advanced devices, capable of almost any measurement related to electricity. The only significant drawback of the device is the price reaching 22 thousand rubles. But with professional use, the multimeter will surely pay for itself!

APPA 107N

Rating: 4.8

Another professional multimeter in our ranking. Its possibilities are not limitless, but, nevertheless, they are very wide. Over 15 thousand rubles. The customer receives a device that can measure voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, frequency, and even temperature. In this case, the device is a recorder, allowing you to record all changes in the electrical circuit. As much as possible this model remembers 6000 values. If this is not enough, then there is an APPA 109N multimeter, in the memory of which 40 thousand values ​​can already be contained.

All readings are displayed on a fairly large screen. The numbers on it are clearly distinguishable even under bright sunlight. In the dark, the backlight comes to the rescue, complemented by an auto-off function.You can also find the RS-232 connector on the instrument case - this interface is needed to transfer data to a computer. Unfortunately, the case of the device is not shock-resistant or, especially, waterproof. However, complete with a multimeter comes a protective case in which even the most serious falls are not dangerous to the device. Also in the box with the device you can find removable clips such as "crocodile". Not forgotten here and a special adapter, necessary for temperature measurement. In short, the kit has everything you need, you don’t have to buy something for sure.

Summing up, this is a very good multimeter with input protection up to 1000 V. All that is needed is plotting - there is room on the display only for the traditional scale.

Fluke 17B +

Rating: 4.7

A relatively inexpensive professional multimeter. They ask about 11,500 rubles for it, and this amount should pay off quickly enough. Of course, by production of this model it was necessary to save, in connection with which you will not find here any advanced display with a scale or, especially, graphs. You will only be provided with numbers and a few indicators. But the product can produce up to three measurements per second. In this case, measurements can be made very different - resistance, voltage (constant and alternating), current (also constant and alternating), capacitance, frequency and even temperature are available. The error on average is 1% - the result, I must say, is average.

An interesting feature of the device is the ability to go into "sleep mode", which can last up to half an hour. If this option interferes, then it can be disabled. There is also a memory here that allows you to save a specific value, from which the report will then begin. With regard to temperature measurement, the complete probe is designed only for 260 ° C. If you are interested in a higher temperature, you will need to buy another probe.

Perhaps this model does not suit every professional. But with its purchase you can save a lot, and for some people this is the most important factor.

KEYSIGHT 3458A

Rating: 4.7

The most expensive multimeter in our rating. Strictly speaking, this is already a full-fledged professional voltmeter, usually used somewhere in factories. There is no question of any portability here - the device turned out to be quite large, and its front panel is decorated with many buttons and knobs. The main advantage of this device is the negligible base error. The manufacturer claims 0.0008%, and this number is confirmed by all sorts of tests. It is because of the low error the price tag reaches 725 thousand rubles. As they say, a large enterprise will not go bankrupt from such expenses, and the ordinary consumer KEYSIGHT 3458A is not needed for nothing.

This device is entered in the State register of measuring instruments under the number 25900-03. This allows the voltmeter to be considered an industry standard. The manufacturer guarantees not only high accuracy of measurements, but also the maximum speed.In one second up to 100 thousand samples can occur! It remains to add that the device measures voltage and current (both variable and constant), resistance, period, frequency and ratio of constant voltages.

The best multimeter for cars

Fluke 28-II

Rating: 4.9

Wonderful multimeter, which should help in the repair of automotive electronics. It has a yellow hull that can withstand numerous landings on concrete. And this is not the first multimeter in our rating, equipped with a stand. Another product can boast an IP67 protection class. This means that the device can not only fall, but also be in the rain. Often this tool is used in small enterprises, where the basic error is not confused, reaching 0.5%. Like all multimeters in this price segment, the device performs three measurements per second. By the way, they ask for this model in the Russian retail about 35 thousand rubles.

The product measures AC and DC current, AC and DC voltage, as well as capacitance, frequency and resistance. Also available here is checking the integrity of the electrical circuit (the so-called dial). Finally, a temperature measurement is also available here — all you need to do is connect the appropriate probe.

The device has a fairly large display, which is also equipped with a backlight. The selection of measurement ranges here is carried out only manually. It feeds the whole thing from three AA-batteries. They, if you are interested, are included in the kit. Also, the buyer will get a convenient case.

Conclusion

This is a list of the most worthy to buy multimeters. In this case, we tried to tell strictly about those models that are sold in the Russian retail - you do not need to spend time on tedious waiting for delivery. Now you just have to decide on the amount that you are willing to spend on the purchase of a useful on-farm or even professional instrument.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.