6 best moisture meters

In certain areas of production, the material moisture level plays an important role. To determine this indicator, special devices are used, which are called moisture meters or hygrometers. And although there are several popular methods, the growth in sales of modern measuring tools is growing every year. There is a wide range of moisture meters on the market, they differ in both price and functionality. To choose a device with an optimal set of characteristics, you should listen to the recommendations of our experts.

How to choose a moisture meter

Varieties of moisture meters. Depending on the design and principle of operation of the measuring device, there are several types of moisture meters.

1. Needle or conductometric models are distinguished by thin short electrodes that are immersed in the material under study. The strengths of the moisture of this type should include compactness and lightness. The measurement accuracy is quite high (0.2%), but the device can work only at positive temperatures. The main scope of application - woodworking industry.
2. Depth hygrometers have more overall dimensions. With the help of a needle probe it is possible to penetrate into the structure of a tree in order to get an idea of ​​its humidity. However, the device requires careful handling, often there is a failure of an expensive probe.
3. Contactless moisture meters are popular for ease of use. A sensor is mounted on the sample to be studied (in some models, samples are placed directly inside the device), which transmits data to the control unit. This type of moisture meters favorably differs by the absence of destruction of the material surface.

Additional options. In the process of researching materials, the following options may be useful.

1. When studying large volumes of wood or mortar, the average value of humidity helps to simplify the analysis. The user performs several measurements in different samples, and the device gives an average result.
2. When measuring the humidity of materials, it is often necessary for the consumer to know the ambient temperature. Therefore, many manufacturers install thermometers in their models. Thanks to this function, it is possible to make timely climate adjustments indoors.

Accuracy of measurements. Not all consumers require accurate measurements of humidity or temperature. But in some areas the instrument error becomes the most important characteristic. The margin of error is most often from 0.1 to 5%. In everyday life, an accuracy of 1-3% is sufficient, but in construction or woodworking, instruments with an accuracy of up to 0.5% are often required.

We have included in the review 6 best moisture meters. All of them are widely represented in the Russian market. The distribution of places in the rating took into account the opinion of the expert community and consumer reviews.

Top moisture meters rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top moisture meters rating	1	LASERLINER MoistureMaster Compact 082.333A	20 146 ₽
	2	MEGEON 20550	20 330 ₽
	3	TESTO 606-1	9 500 ₽
	4	CEM DT-172	6 100 ₽
	5	MEGEON 20725	2 490 ₽
	6	CONDTROL Hydro-Test 3-14-022	1 990 ₽

LASERLINER MoistureMaster Compact 082.333A

Rating: 4.9

The LASERLINER MoistureMaster Compact 082.333A German-Chinese moisture meter is simple and reliable. With the help of this professional tool, it is possible with high accuracy (error of 0.2%) to determine the humidity in different materials. Experts note a large range of measurements (0-66.5%) and a wide range of applications. Builders use the device to control the moisture level of cement screed, concrete, gypsum plaster. For joiners, the moisture meter is interesting in that 56 sorts of wood have been added to its memory. For instant data processing and a 12-segment indicator with illuminated model takes the first place in our rating.

Users praise the moisture meter for high accuracy, rapid analysis and ruggedness. Of the disadvantages noted only the high price.

MEGEON 20550

Rating: 4.8

The MEGEON 20550 device allows to quickly determine the humidity of the most diverse raw materials. The experts highly appreciated the versatility of the model, besides moisture, the moisture meter is able to determine the temperature and mass of bulk materials. Only 20 types are stored in the device’s memory, but it is possible to add new materials to the database. The kit includes a measuring funnel, which makes the placement of samples more convenient. In addition, the manufacturer has set the correction function of the data. The device operates in the humidity range from 3 to 35%.

Professionals in the field of construction and agriculture have no special comments on the work of the moisture meter. The device yields to the winner of the rating in the range of measurements and accuracy (up to 0.5%).

TESTO 606-1

Rating: 4.7

The portable device for measuring moisture is the TESTO 606-1 model. The digital-type device appealed to our experts for mobility and a large LCD screen with bluish backlighting. The measurement range of building materials is 0.9-22.1%, wood - 7.0-47.9%. To find out the level of humidity, the user needs to insert two needle electrodes into the material being tested. The hygrometer is capable of measuring air temperature with an accuracy of 1 ° C. For the optimal combination of price and functionality, the model becomes the bronze medalist of our rating.

Users praise the moisture meter for high-quality side, ease of use, compact size and affordable price. A minor drawback of the German device is the error of 1%.

CEM DT-172

Rating: 4.6

Chinese moisture meter CEM DT-172 fell into our rating for lightness (80 g), compactness and affordable price. But experts believe that the main advantage over competitors is the introduction of the device into the state register. Due to this, the measuring instrument can be checked in specialized metrological centers. In addition to measuring humidity in materials (0-100%), the product is able to determine the air temperature in the range from -40 to + 70 ° C. The device is sensitive to changes in humidity, even though the minimum absolute error is 3%. You can transfer the received data to external media via USB output.

Consumers of the certificate include the availability of a certificate, the possibility of verification and compactness. The main disadvantage is the uncommon 3.6V battery.

MEGEON 20725

Rating: 4.5

Experts in the field of woodworking will enjoy the domestic development of the MEGEON 20725. Thanks to the Chinese assembly, the device turned out to be not only affordable, but also quite stylish. Induction hygrometer is designed to work with wood and wood-fiber materials. It has a good measurement range (0.5-79.5%) with a small error (1.5%). In addition to humidity, the user can quickly find out the ambient air temperature at the measurement limit (0 ... + 50 ° С). Experts appreciated the speed of analysis and display illumination.

Domestic joiners revealed a number of shortcomings that did not allow the device to take a higher place in our rating. This is inaccurate work in the sun and shallow determination of humidity.

CONDTROL Hydro-Test 3-14-022

Rating: 4.4

The Russian-Chinese model CONDTROL Hydro-Test 3-14-022 has become the easiest (65 g) and cheap moisture meter in our rating. Experts praise the device for a wide range of applications, from woodworking to construction. Such materials as wood, light concrete, cement-sand mortars are allowed to be examined. The analysis occurs within 1-2 seconds. The model is easy to manage. Using the 3 buttons will not be difficult to obtain the necessary data, even without delving into the instructions for use. At the same time, it is not necessary for the user to turn off the device, after 2 minutes of inactivity the power turns off automatically.

Users have claims to limit the measurement of humidity of building materials and high error.

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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.