Mark_R
Member
Never had a problem with the Flukes, but they are a bit pricey. I also have an Amprobe brand DMM that's been to hell and back.
Assuming the meter is quality enough that it won't blow up in your face, the biggest difference I see between cheaper meters and the more expensive ones it the auto ranging function. With the cheap stuff a bit of electrical noise seems to confuse the AR and the range jumps around to the point of being useless. Not a huge deal, you can just use manual ranges, but annoying.
Also, the magnetic strap that some offer is the best thing since sliced bread for field work.![Big Grin :D :D](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
Assuming the meter is quality enough that it won't blow up in your face, the biggest difference I see between cheaper meters and the more expensive ones it the auto ranging function. With the cheap stuff a bit of electrical noise seems to confuse the AR and the range jumps around to the point of being useless. Not a huge deal, you can just use manual ranges, but annoying.
Also, the magnetic strap that some offer is the best thing since sliced bread for field work.