The 8 Best HVAC Voltage Meters (2023 reviews)

The klein tools hvac voltage meter is the best feature-rich meter on the market today. This kit is exactly what you need for most light duty HVAC work. It is dual-range and detects from 12 to 1000 v ac or 70 to 1000v ac for a broad variety of low-voltage or standard voltage applications. The included laser/ PROBE THERMOMETER IS ICING ON THE CAKE. It provides expanded operation and protection. It has multiple choices for electric or hvac. This accuracy could be within the declared range, which is very wide itself. The voltage tester is a nice bonus too.

This is a good go to backup meter, or main meter for techs in electricity, HVACR (mainly) maintenance on bldgs.

Why We Like This:

A great hvac electrical kit for any technician
Good back up kit for when your main stuff is broken or stolen
Easy to use and just as accurate as a fluke for less
Really a nice starter kit for new technicians in the hvac field

Best For air condition technicians: Fluke Clamp Meter

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate meter. The fluke clamp meter is exactly that - it's a simple meter that hits all the right notes. This is the kit for the true hvac tech. It features true rms ac voltage and current for accurate measurements on non linear signals. It works well for resi/light commercial hvac. The magnet strap is extremely handy. It features micro amps to test flame sensors. A nice loop and electrical tape will extend the life of the temp probe.

The magnetic strap is designed to be used with the 116 Multimeter, not the 323 Clamp Meter. The Ease of use and accessories make this a must have for a do it yourselfer when it comes to HVAC.

Why We Like This:

Consistent and reliable reads every time
Good tool for the hvac industry
Great for a begging hvac career
Definitely meets needs for hvacr, electrician and automotive technicians

Best For Price: Fluke HVAC Voltage Meter

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It is a real chinese fluke meter, it does everything that a fluke meter in an english box does. It measures current in a conductor upto 30 millimeter without touching or interrupting the circuit. It provides accurate readings when measuring linear or non linear loads, regardless of waveform. The temperature probe also fits nicely and stays put without wiggling out or slipping loose during use. This is a well made and well designed DMM. The meter comes with the case and the leads. This meter will actually register starting amps. It is very accurate and doesn’t need calibrated.

Why We Like This:

Great item packed with plenty of much needed features for standard electrician
Lit background, temp sensor included, can measure caps too
Comes with a case, meter, thermocouple, and a standard set of probes
Testing leads and a nice carrying case

Best For professional purposes: Fieldpiece HVAC Voltage Meter

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The fieldpiece hvac voltage meter might be a relatively new release, but it's still nothing short of impressive this year, thanks to multiple price cuts and added new features over the past few months. It is great for hvac and gets lra with the inrush and it's perfect. It's perfectly sized, comes with leads, alligator clips, and a thermocouple. It comes with removable gold plated tips to connect with fieldpiece accessory heads. It is smoke and flame-rated for non-combustible construction, and is designed to serve as a lightweight alternative to heavy cast iron fittings in high-rise buildings.

This feature is for providing the maximum start amp load. It works as intended and is very dependable. It doesn't include a temperature clamp but it will accept the temperature clamp that has a k-type plug on it.

Why We Like This:

Nice compact size and easy to use
Gets dirty, wet, dusty and frozen,works every time
New and hot release

Best For buck: Plusivo HVAC Voltage Meter

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate meter. The plusivo hvac voltage meter is exactly that - it's a simple meter that hits all the right notes. It measures linear or non-linear loads. It can measure resistance with voltage overload protection up to 250 v ac or dcv. The leads that come with it are high quality and made of soft rubber that uncoils easy, like you would find in high end meters. It features, including non-contact ac detection which has been handy.

The instrument detects ac voltage when the buzzer gets activated and the ncv alarm light will flash. It can hold the current reading on the instrument's display. It is useful in finding out where ac wires run in a wall only. It is easy to use with plenty of adapter connectors.

Why We Like This:

Easy to use, compact and has enough attachments to do whatever
Ac/dc amp meter with multi meter capabilities easy-to-use
One of the new comers and featured product

Best For beginner: UEI Test instruments HVAC Voltage Meter

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Uei Test Instruments has been making great meter for years, thanks to a combination of clever design and appropriate materials. Clamp meters are pretty handy for measuring high currents in the breaker panel and under your car's hood. It is a top-of-the-line true rms clamp meter with enhanced capabilities for every industrial setting. With dual K type thermocouple probes, it makes it the perfect meter to get temperature differantial readings or monitor 2 systems at the same time. It does have the feature to use dual if needed.

This meter is accurately measured amp, mili amp, volts, resistance and temp. It should hold hard to a metal surface. It comes with both temp probes and alligator clips. The auto ranging is on by default but its the press of a button to toggle it off. This is the combo kit, so you have two temperature clamps included in the box, but no way to carry them around.

Why We Like This:

Can measure both current and voltage at the same time
Accidental drops, rain, snow and even works freezers with operating temperatures of -
Has a magnet on the back

Best For operation: Amprobe HVAC Voltage Meter

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The amprobe hvac voltage meter is capable of outshining several other meter featured in this list in overall features in its price range. A very nice feature for 3-Phase motors is the phase rotation function that helps make sure hydraulic pumps don't run backwards after they're installed. This is a very good, well built meter with tons of features. It has a sealed strain relief on each end, insulated tips, a solid barrel, and a rubber grip similar to a fine writing pen. It is designed to turn on automatically when the clamp is opened and turn off a few seconds after the clamp is closed. The voltage sense and clamp light are nice safety and convenience features.

The meter is intelligent enough to automatically switch between the AC current function and the DC current function depending on which is present which makes taking measurements in mixed AC/DC environments, like automatic machine tools, less of a switch fiddling hassle. It is perfect for operation in dark environments and direct sunlight. There is an interior pocket for the probes and manual. The exterior is very rigid with a non-slip rubberized wrap-around hand grip that is very comfortable to hold and feels secure.

Why We Like This:

Big bright display, and selection of function by joystick is practical and still fast
Great rugged meter with many features and easy to use
Resistance is 100k ohms, and relatively fast and very accurate
Extremely rugged construction that will withstand harsh environments

Best With Amp Clamp: Testo HVAC Voltage Meter

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Testo has been making great meter for years, thanks to a combination of clever design and appropriate materials. The new generation of electrical measurement instruments made by Testo includes smart digital multimeters, current and voltage testers, as well as non-contact voltage testers. It includes the 770-2 hook-clamp voltage meter, 3 aaa batteries, one set of measuring cables, and one adapter for type k thermocouples. Thanks to the unique hook-on function the amp clamp can grab hard-to-access wires without using hands. They have these rubber caps that go over the leads that are bulky and will end up being lost.

The voltage tester automatically detects ac/dc for volts and amps and selects the correct range. It provides quick, safe, and comfortable testing even in places that are difficult to reach.

Why We Like This:

Achieve reliable measurements of voltage, current, resistance, and temperature with ease
Manufactured was a simple electronic thermometer
Good investment for long term