KAIWEETS Digital Multimeter TRMS 6000 Counts Voltmeter Auto-Ranging Fast Accurately Measures Voltage Current Amp Resistance Diodes Continuity Duty-Cycle Capacitance Temperature for Automotive

This is to update my previous review. They original one I received was used obviously because it had holes drilled in it! I had a conversation with the seller and they assured me that it was Amazon that sent me a used one and that could not have possibly happened through their distribution.The replacement unit works well. It does meet specifications listed in the manual. The case seems to be of a sufficient quality to make the meter reasonably rugged especially in this price range. The test leads are typical PVC insulation so they're a little stiff and specially in cold weather, but they are functional and what you would expect in this price range so I'm not going to knock them. Optional silicone test leads are available for a few more dollars and I would recommend getting them if you're using this meter for more than hobby or home use. The replacement test leads (not expensive) also come with adapters for various uses and those are handy in many situations even if you are a hobbyist, home tinkerer or a shade tree mechanic. Also the warranty is a plus. 3 years at this price point is unheard of anywhere else. I was impressed enough that I purchased another Kaiweets meter, the peak current inrush reading amp clamp. I was trying to find a model number in the listing but it is the unit that is as of February 25th selling for $89.95. It has also turned out to offer value beyond its price.The meter seems to be rugged and would take a few hits but I wouldn't try throwing it against the wall like you could with a Fluke. Then again you're not paying Fluke prices and if used in the proper setting this meter will last. If you're not going to use a meter for a long time please remove the batteries. Alkaline batteries contrary to some opinion will leak and cleaning that up can go anywhere from being an annoyance to totally destroying the meter. If you're using this in a home setting, hobbyist, shade tree mechanic or light-duty commercial use not involving high energy systems it's a very good value and I think you'll be very happy with it. But as always if you're in an industrial setting and you need cat 3/cat 4 I would go with a proper industrial meter that has had the cat 3/cat 4 rating performed by UL, ETL or in Fluke's case, Fluke's own in-house testing lab. Would you really trust your life in those situations to a product that cost $36? I would hope not.From my previous review:I opened by meter today and it looked good until I turned over the meter to put the batteries in. There are two holes drilled into the kick stand and two holes started but not finished. These are not factory at all and either this was a demo or a used meter recycled as a new unit . Returning for a refund. I purchased a new unit NOT a refurb or return. The box seal shows evidence of being peeled back and replaced.I will not rate accuracy, easy to read, or value for money. I have not looked at any of these. I'm not even bothering with inserting the batteries. If the company will send one out like this, I cannot trust the unit for accuracy nor safety.

Seller is great and the manufacturer (MFR) (ie: Kaiweets) seems pretty darn good. As an engineer of 45 years I recently bought two units - in separate transactions about a week apart. I have thousands of dollars of fairly hi-end gear in my lab, and yet due to the overall value and functionality of this VOM, I feel strongly that the product is worth the money spent. I think you'll agree if you give this VOM a chance.The VOM actually lets the user know which set of jacks to use by blinking the light-ring (around each contact) multiple times (~5) when the selector switch is set to a specific function (NICE feature). I have an issue with the four circular lead jacks metal contacts (IN THE DVM). The jack contacts are not stamped but are rolled contact material... the malleable metal is *not* a complete circle thus will open up over time and use - causing intermittent readings (unless the end user can open the unit up and manually reduce the looseness when needed. The other issue with the contacts is they are NOT firm/tight, but move around due to their design. [I hope the MFR seriously rethinks the contact design and eventually uses a solid "cup" concept]So I ran these VOMs through a series of tests, especially ahead of giving one as a gift. Most function accuracies are within acceptable limits. One note of interest, the AC function sets the backlight to orange if the reading hits 80VAC. NICE TOUCH, HOWEVER, UL and other Standards are that 30VAC RMS (42VAC peak) and 60VDC is the threshold for dangerous voltage! The MFR really needs to adjust “when” the orange backlighting occurs, AND, add the safety (the orange backlighting) feature for DC as well.The VOM external leads (Red & Black) aren't top notch of course, but ARE nice. The temperature probe lead banana pins are inappropriate for use with this unit - they should be shrouded pins (like the test leads) because bare banana’s will eventually mis-shape the jack contacts (because they can be unknowingly (and likely, repeatedly) inserted on an angle (from 90 degrees) by the user. (recall I ordered two of these VOMs): Both temperature probes are off by -10 & -13 degrees F respectively, but knowing this error still allows use of the temperature function. It remains that a temperature function (while handy) is not a critical VOM function, never has been, so don’t allow the inaccuracy of the temp readings much weight when evaluating this VOM.The only other real bugaboo is the accuracy, quality and detail of the user manual... Aside from much misleading wording and rough English throughout, the manual quality is rather on the poor side and could use a really good [English-speaking engineers'] enhancing. Note: I kept one VOM and as indicated: will be giving the other to friend who is not an engineer, so I'm editing the manual (including MFR errors – like the ‘current’ drawings-both of which are wrong) and adding to the notes in the manual for his sake.... otherwise he'd not know how to use the DVM, or worse, possibly damage it.Bottom line, except for what I've detailed above, this unit stands right up there not too far away from Fluke and others costing much more. I dare say this unit does more and is more internally protected than many box-name MFRs products! I recommend viewing the specific tear down for this HT118A on you tube. It's not “all encompassing” but IS informative… and watch out for look-a-likes. Kaiweets IS the better product - if you read all the specs.

Surprisingly lightweight for its size. its not too big to fit in the average hand. The dial and operation is also simplistic and easy to use and understand. i love it.I do wish it had a REL function for zeroing when measuring high sensitivity stuff, as the multimeter's readings sometimes fluctuate without measuring anything.The leads are not silicone, so if you want a less rigid lead kit, you'll have to purchase one separately. I recommend the one from Bionso. If that doesn't matter to you, this is a straight buy. 5/5

Hey, its not a Fluke, but it doesn't cost anywhere near what a Fluke meter costs. Solid enough for light to medium duty work. Has some nice features. Instruction manual could be better

I love this multimeter. I own two expensive Craftsman multimeters, and they don't have a fraction of the features that this unit does. I bought it specifically for the capacitor uF feature, but Im finding it to be my preferred multimeter when I grab one from the drawer. The LED light on the front and backlight on the screen are features I didnt even know I wanted until I used them.My only recommendation for a future improvement would be to add a magnet to the back side so that it can stick on to equipment while you are doing your measurements.

Works great, easy to read, and the price is right.