UNI-T
UNI-T UT61E+
The UNI-T UT61E+ is the best meter under $50. The 22000-count display gives you resolution that rivals meters 3x the price, the true RMS engine is accurate, and the USB data logging is a genuine differentiator. The first meter I'd recommend to any electronics hobbyist.
True RMSCAT II 1000V22,000 count
8.8/10
Buy on Amazon · $50$49.99
Specifications
| Display Count | 22,000 |
| CAT Rating | CAT II 1000V |
| DC Voltage | 0.1mV – 1000V |
| AC Voltage | 0.1V – 750V |
| Current | 0.1µA – 10A |
Features
✓True RMS
✓Auto-ranging
✓Capacitance
✗Temperature
✓Frequency
✓Diode Test
✓Continuity
✓Bargraph
What We Like
- ✓22000-count display gives resolution that rivals meters 3x the price
- ✓True RMS with 0.1% basic accuracy — genuinely impressive for $50
- ✓USB data logging for capturing measurements over time
- ✓Auto-ranging with manual override for bench work
- ✓Capacitance and frequency measurement included
Limitations
- ✗CAT II only — not rated for panel work or high-energy circuits
- ✗USB interface requires driver installation on Windows
- ✗Build quality is noticeably cheaper than Fluke (lighter, less rugged)
UNI-T UT61E+
$49.99 — CAT II 1000V · 22,000 count