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Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter

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★★★☆☆
2.9

based on 29 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.1

$29.99

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Pros

  • Versatile (8)
  • Consistent performance (7)
  • Easy to use (6)
  • Rugged (6)
  • Good length (3)
  • Good performance (3)
  • Reliable (2)
  • Closed box (1)
  • Compact (1)
  • Compact came with case (1)
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Cons

  • Wears out quickly (5)
  • Inconsistent signal (3)
  • Batteries are costly (1)
  • Breaks quickly (1)
  • Broke easily (1)
  • Expensive batteries (1)
  • Incosistant ohm shorted (1)
  • Leads difficult to store (1)
  • No service information (1)
  • Not durable (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (5)
  • Dorm room (2)
  • Continuity check (1)
  • Everyday (1)
  • High-end equipment (1)
  • Home all around (1)
  • In my garage (1)
  • In my workshop (1)
  • Quick repairs (1)
  • Shop and car (1)
 
 
 

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Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter

$29.99

 

Product Reviews

Last update: Oct 8, 2009

Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Solid product(if breaks -check the fuse)

"This is a good multimeter, I use it to test batteries, outlets, etc. It's very compact, rugged, reliable. It did stop working for me after a few months, however, the reason was very simple - blown fuse. A trip to local hardware store fixed the issue (if it happens to you - you need 1 500mAH 250volt fuse - about $1 per. Fuse is in in the battery compartment). One thing I do not like is short prongs that are too s..." Read Full Review »

Mar 01, 2008 by Nickname

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
I'd like it if it would work...

"I was out a multimeter and happened to be at a Radioshack. I asked the sales rep. which multimeter he would recommend, it was this one. I took it home and used it for about a week, then all of the sudden my power supplies, and batteries were reading in the mV range, they were all well over the 1V range a few minutes before. I flipped the setting around a bit and tried it again, same thing. A 9VDC read as having ..." Read Full Review »

Sep 30, 2009 by Anonymous

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Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter Review

I'd like it if it would work...

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Good Length
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Inconsistent Signal
  • Wears Easily

    Best Uses

  • Dorm Room
 

"I was out a multimeter and happened to be at a Radioshack. I asked the sales rep. which multimeter he would recommend, it was this one. I took it home and used it for about a week, then all of the sudden my power supplies, and batteries were reading in the mV range, they were all well over the 1V ra …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Sep 30 2009
Anonymous
California
I am:
  • Enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $29.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter Review

Solid product(if breaks -check the fuse)

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance
  • Rugged
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Expensive batteries
  • Short prongs

    Best Uses

  • Home all around
 

"This is a good multimeter, I use it to test batteries, outlets, etc. It's very compact, rugged, reliable. It did stop working for me after a few months, however, the reason was very simple - blown fuse. A trip to local hardware store fixed the issue (if it happens to you - you need 1 500mAH 250volt …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Mar 1 2008
Nickname
New Jersey
I am:
  • Practical
  • Weekend warrior
Reviewed at:
Price: $29.99
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter Review

Great Product

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance
  • Rugged
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Batteries are costly

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I have had the product for almost a year and no problems with the unit.I use it every day in my buisness and I am rough with it.Nothing has broken or has worn out.Replaced the batteries just once.But I shut it off when I am done with it.The wires go back in the top cover,once you figure out the righ …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Oct 8 2009
Bob
New Hampshire
I am:
  • Power User
Reviewed at:
Price: $29.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter Review

Not perfect, but very handy

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Closed box
  • Handy size
  • Test leads inside

    Cons

  • Wears Easily

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"My first one lasted several years and when I lost it, I immediately replaced it because I really liked the ergonomics and the fact that the wires are neatly stored inside and don't tangle up in your toolbox. This one died after a year or so: erratic readings on voltage DC and AC, while Ohm and mA ar …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Sep 17 2008
Thomas the Tank Engine
Houston TX
I am:
  • Casual User
Reviewed at:
Price: $29.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack 22-Range Pocket Digital Multimeter Review

Works ok but no schematic!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Rugged

    Cons

  • No service information

    Best Uses

  • Quick repairs
 

"I use it to perform on-the-fly repairs on the job. It keeps me from having to walk back and forth to get my tool box while I'm in the plant. I like the fact that it has a hard case. It will survive in my pocket. The snap mechanism for the cover is a problem. Also, I want one with a schematic so …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Dec 26 2007
BatMan
Willoughby, Oh.
I am:
  • Practical
  • Professional
  • Tech Savvy
  • Technically Challenged
Reviewed at:
Price: $29.99
 
 
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