We consider a small size clamp meter to be a worthy investment in the long run.
We are here to help you choose the right one for your purposes from all the best available products in market today.
Our review process:
After carefully examining almost 70 meters, we shortlist the below mentioned products.
Our final set consists of the best products and we also worked hard to maintain variety within our picks for personal choice.
We have been analysing these meters for more than 2 years. We have probably handled more products and accessories than almost any team on the planet, so we have a particularly experienced perspective and depth of knowledge when it comes to these items.
Our collection of meters for your regular usage caters high-quality, cheap and value-for-money requirements.
Note: Just because we didn't mention a meter in this guide doesn't mean it's not good. The following are simply our picks for the best meters for most people - you may have your own specifications , that make a different meter better for you.
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Fluke understands your workspace and has designed products for noise-free, reliable readings. It is a real chinese fluke meter, it does everything that a fluke meter in an english box does. The meter will display OL when measuring above 600V. The capacitance range unit is 1000 F. This is a well made and well designed DMM. The selection wheel turns smoothly and clicks lightly at each measurement's detent, making it easy to get the correct measurement type.
This meter reads caps instantly. The LCD display is nice, clear, and easy to read. The meter comes with the case and the leads.
Why We Like This:
Comes with a case, meter, thermocouple, and a standard set of probes
Great item packed with plenty of much needed features for standard electrician
Lit background, temp sensor included, can measure caps too
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Next on the list, we've got yet another meter that manages to win our hearts. It's the fieldpiece small size clamp meter and it's widely considered as meter that has the most suitable features. If it is dwv fittings, sewer fittings, or specialty plumbing products, canplas plumbing ensures product integrity and consistency to meet or exceed code. This feature is for providing the maximum start amp load. It can read ohms, volts and amps, as well as temp reading if you use acc.
The continuity tone for the SE 440 is a nice solid loud tone. It doesn't include a temperature clamp but it will accept the temperature clamp that has a k-type plug on it. It comes with removable gold plated tips to connect with fieldpiece accessory heads. It works as intended and is very dependable to meet or exceed code. The inrush helps to diagnose bad compressors and motors.
Why We Like This:
Has an pretty large display which to read from
Nice compact size and easy to use
Gets dirty, wet, dusty and frozen,works every time
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The fluke small size clamp meter is capable of outshining several other meter featured in this list in overall features for the price point. The Fluke 323 clamp meter is a troubleshooting tool for commercial and residential electricians. It comes with 2 leads, vinyl case, and instruction manual in a retail sales carton. It can be used on many jobs. The dial, clamp and clamping lever are made really well and function smoothly. It comes with a nice pouch to hold everything when not in use and two wire probes along with clamp for testing.
The fluke understands your workspace and has designed products for noise-free, reliable readings. This is much nicer with the built in clam amp meter which can be used to hold the meter in place while using for other functions as well. The clamp meter can only be on one of the lines for AC to get a non-contact reading.
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Astroai makes beautiful and great meter with classic and smartly choosen materials. It has a lighted display and a built in flashlight. It provides audio and visual feedback in the presence of ac voltage. You can put it into most operating modes with the thumbwheel, which has a good feel with fairly solid detents. The LED backlight is super convenient and there are lots of nice features on the device, including a live power detector, very precise. It is heavy duty plastic additionally it is perfect for diy work. It is easy to use, and a carrying case (and box) to keep it new.
It definitely come in handy around the house especially if the house is old and the wire colors are unreliable.
Why We Like This:
Led light so it is possible to see what is being clamped
Excellent meter for any job, repair, or diy projects
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The kaiweets fluke meter is suitable and reliable and fits well with your daily purpose. This is an excellent tool for DIY enthusiasts, and anyone who needs a reliable and accurate clamp meter. It works for higher current readings on dc circuits. These decimal point readings are important for Lifep04 batteries, and nice to know for lead acid batts, as well. It's also equipped with a range of functions such as voltage, resistance, capacitance, and frequency testing.
This easy to use tool is great for basic and pros. The leads are nice, with removable probe covers to allow good protection in tight circuits. It can't be easily propped up to free your hands.
Why We Like This:
Great multimeter with ability to measure dc current without interrupting the circuit
Led light is a nice feature, and hold button is nice too
Nice for working on dc currents such as car batteries/cables
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If you are looking for a reliable meter for your daily usage, you cannot go wrong with the kaiweets small size clamp meter. There's a temperature display that's always present in the sunlight. This meter has all the standard features you'd expect and also some niceties like a Capacitance meter. It comes in a fairly hard case, and leads are silicone type-nice and flexible. The screen is easy to read and is nice and bright in dark places.
The meter is well built, shock resistant, leads are long enough and stow easily on the meter. It is also used for electronics, electrical and hvac. The display is fantastic in the sunlight. It is easy to read display, but no inrush current feature.
Why We Like This:
Excellent solid construction and durable cover
Comes with a thermocouple type-k temperature probe
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The chtsnnr small size clamp meter should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. It is a versatile tool that can measure dc and ac voltage, resistance, capacitance, diodes, and conduct continuity tests. It has a dc current measurement function. The display is clear with large reading digits and mode indicators. The included carry case is also a nice bonus.
The meter is compact and feels solid in your hand, with a convenient thumb scroll knob to select measurement functions. It changes color based on the measurements, and the LCD backlit screen turns red to warn you of high voltage. The ergonomics of the meter are great, even supporting one-handed operation for most uses.
Why We Like This:
Well built and feels solid in the hand
Lots and lots of options, getting into the various menus and sub-menus