AstroAI Multimeter Tester 10000 Counts TRMS Auto-Ranging Color LCD Screen Digital Volt Meter, Fast Accurately Measures Voltage Current Amp Resistance Continuity Duty-Cycle Capacitance Temperature

I use a Fluke 87 multimeter most of the time and have a few other brands in my toolbox, but I wanted a compact meter to carry in my glove box to diagnose auto, home and appliance problems for friends and family. The ASTRO^I auto multi-meter works amazingly well for the price. Multimeter has a nice bright display that is easy to read unless it is used in direct sunlight, in which case the display isn't legible. The meter comes in a carrying case with a pair of leads, a temperature probe, batteries and user's pamphlet.Personally, I think everyone should have a multimeter and know how to use it to keep from becoming hapless when things don't work.

Let me start off by saying that for the price you pay, you're getting a very feature rich multimeter that is as accurate as my company issued Fluke 115 when tested side by side. I work as an Electronics Microsolderer and there are a lot of diagnostics being done in my field that can only be achieved efficiently and properly with a good multimeter. I have a work issued Fluke multimeter that is obviously very good at what it does as Fluke is highly regarded as a premium multimeter brand, so much to my surprise when I tested the AstroAI Smart meter up against the Fluke, I found that the AstroAI meter was just as accurate which is a big plus. However, there were some cons that I'd like to see AstroAI address in a future revision that would make this meter an even better and more well rounded choice so I'll list the pros and cons of the meter in its current state.Pros________________- Highly accurate- Cost effective- Easy to read & beautiful display- Large suite of testing functionality- Lightweight & slim (Smartphone sized)- Beginner friendly- Comes with hardshell carrying caseCons________________- No kickstand- Test leads insert into the base / bottom- Analog bar serves no real purpose (It updates at the same rate as the digital readout [3 Samples Per/S])- Measuring Capacitance takes a very long time to get a proper reading (It takes so long that I actually thought the meter was defective for a while when testing it)- No short detected tone / buzzer while using Diode & Resistance modes (This is ultimately what drove me to return this meter as it was a deal breaker for me 😕)- Less than ideal battery life, easily attributed to the large backlit colored display the batteries have to drive- Needing to press the FUNC button to go through the entire list of functions to get to what you need every time (Don't overlook the power and convenience of an analog dial especially if you use a meter and many of its functions a lot; Pro tip - Holding the FUNC button will return you to the beginning of the list AKA SMART mode)- Unable to turn the temperature display on and off even when not using the thermocouplesIn the end I ultimately returned this multimeter and ended up shelling out the money for a more known brand that functions the way I need it to for my job and personal use. If you're a DIY'er or hobbyist just looking for an accurate and beautiful meter that will ultimately get the job done without breaking the bank and my list of cons doesn't apply to your use case then this multimeter is still a great choice on a budget and that's the reason I'm still giving it 5 stars.

It's often amazing the quality and performance of products that can be had today. This is an example of this. Fit and finish are excellent. Performance is excellent. Just even a few years ago, what you would have gotten for this price wouldn't be anywhere close to this multimeter. One thing I would prefer is a different location of the test lead plug locations. They are at the bottom of the meter, which means that it can't be stood upright - at least easily - when using it. The more typical front location would be more convenient.

very good

Amazing! Tested against fluke, and this thing is spot on👍🏽 and display super easy to see! Best buy of 2025 so far😎

Handy little multimeter that I use for my RV and other electrical troubleshooting projects.

Everything works as it should it gives me the same reading as my other 3 meters. The only thing about any voltmeter having an auto is that it can't tell if you're doing continuity or ohms or temp so I don't trust the auto feature for those but that's on every manufacture not just this brand. Other than that great meter

One star ding for Dead Batteries on Arrival !! Otherwise appears to be quality unit although a few years old. The unit ships with batteries in place but would not turn on and later tested for less than 1v each with the meter - the second set of batteries were fresh and unit started with no issues. I was fortunate to get a 20% coupon resulting in $30 price - the YouTube reviews are very positive and so far I am pleased. Their are newer competitors with newer features like rechargeable batteries, brighter LED light, etc. However I prefer regular batteries since the newer units may not have replaceable batteries (therefore shorter life span) - the unit meets my needs and has many functions I like at a very reasonable price. I just finished testing my AC compressor capacitors and 240 v electrical contacts and the uinit performed great.