Hioki DT4256 Multimeter - is it the Best Electrician's Multimeter?
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- Опубліковано 2 кві 2021
- This will be a review of the Hioki DT4256 multimeter, and I'll introduce the Hioki DT4282. The Hioki DT4256 multimeter is meant for electricians. This Hioki multimeter has a number of features that make it a great meter for electricians. I'll compare it to the Fluke 117 as it is a well known Electricians Multimeter. The title of this video is Hioki DT4256 Multimeter - is it the Best Electrician's Multimeter?.
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@@joey24698 Thank you!
Excellent review and congratulations to the company that sent these DMMs. This review is an excellent reference for all EE community.
Thank you John! I appreciate you!
Hi Eddie, a great review video. Wow, sorry about your sunburn, it looks like it hurts. Thank you for the awesome information.
Thanks so much!!
Yohoho,, pls, been waiting for that hioki top of the line dmm review.. love your vidoes keep them coming.
Thank you Juan! Sorry so long but I wanted to do justice to this meter;)
Thanks for the great review about HIOKI DT 4256
You bet! And thank you fir the feedback!
Nice review, Hioki 425x series looks wayy better than fluke 11x series.
Gold plated test probe, silicone cable, etc.
Joe smith did transient tests with DT4252 (still the same DT425x series as DT4256) and it survived quite nicely.
I got hioki DT4212, turns out it was made by Der-ee (taiwanese), using COB chip most likely very similar (if not the same) chip as Fluke 17B (not 17B+).
my DT4212 got problems with capacitance & temperature measurements, however I got it 2nd hand just to try to get my hands on Hioki brand.
I guess Hioki learnt their lessons, DT425x & DT428x are properly made in Japan with Hioki main chipset.
Some japanese brands like Hioki, Kyoritsu & Yokogawa can be considered a class higher than more commonly available (and cheaper) sanwa DMM.
Thank you for this great feedback! I think Fluke must be looking over their shoulder - but then again I don't see anything really new from them. I did notice that the lower cost series from Hioki had a different exterior design. I do like this DT4256 meter. I've been using it on the bench everyday;)
Thanks for the review. Looks like a very good piece of kit despite the shortcomings [no mV, rather low screen contrast]
Thanks for point this out. The mV is auto ranging - so true volt auto-ranging vs having to change setting to mV. I left the screen protector on which I should have taken off. But even on it looks great, but the lights diffuse in the plastic and look not as good in camera. I'll take this off and do a video where I compare meters.
Wow nice review...thanks
Thanks so much!
Great and detailed review, I do like you take your time to give all your opinions!!
You were fluent and have got a good routine in reviewing. :-)
I have sent you a short mail I hope you'll read:-)
Thank you for your amazing support! I’ll check my email. It is always a treat to hear from you!
take your time you need buddy don't hurry in any way 😎👍
Thank you! I appreciate you!
Great review. I've got one of these, which I've used specifically for tube amp resto work. It's fine for that, but it's really a blunt instrument for electronics work. I moved up to an Agilent 34401A, which is almost too fine an instrument, but it's definitely the better tool for my purposes.
Thanks for your feedback! Yes the bench top meter is very nice but also very expensive. Something in between for others reading might be the DT4282 amzn.to/3RIiOUs
Enjoyed how in depth you went with the meter. Looks to be a very good meter. Maybe you can reach to Brymen and review one of theirs. I see a lot of people using their meter these days.
Thank you Tron! That’s a great idea!
Yup, you can look at the BM785
The ski season is already over, a good idea to enjoy it before is too late.
LOL you are right;)
Hioki makes good stuff. I really do like the way it beeps as it is going through the ranges. I would like the chirp chirp too. Sometimes your probing in a tight spot and need to keep your eyes on what your probing. Really looks like a nice meter.
Thank you! I agree - great points!
Hioki is top shelf stuff i love em im a sparky for my day job then i repair tube amps and off course fix my own car and will never need another brand of meters!!
Thanks for your feedback. I agree - Hioki really is top notch.
Nice review BTW. Another difference between both multimeters is that fluke is only 600v cat3 rating. Compared to 1000v in hioki.
Thank you! This Hioki is such a great meter!
I’m an oddball who values build quality and how the knobs and buttons feel, as good tools make work enjoyable for me. I’m probably going to need a Hioki now for when I don’t want to get my Fluke meters dirty.
I'll bet that once you use the Hioki that you wont go back - there must be a saying for that;) They do have a July Sale going on (I think I'm supposed to be an affiliate but it doesn't seem like the link works that way for me, but I still want to support them;) www.hiokiusastore.com
very nice equipment... 😃 dealing with AC VFD motor drives and fork-truck inverter battery chargers there is a need for multimeters to indicate dirty 5th and 7th harmonics which can cause a big power grid problem. leading to equipment burn out and upset the power-factor. let alone all the solar inverters. thus sometime adding additional filters for clean power.🤔 thanks
Great feedback! Thanks! That's a perfect application for a great meter like this Hioki;)
Thanks for the very thorough review of this meter. I am curious how you access the LoZ mode as it isn’t clearly indicated in the operating manual?
Thanks again!
Thanks for the feedback! As I understand, when you are in the Auto AC/DC mode position on the dial, when it selects AC it puts it into a LowZ automatically.
I'm enrolling into an Elecrician's training this September, so I'm just about selecting a meter and your videos are super handy, just in time! I used to be obsessed with the Fluke 117, but now what you've shown me with the Hioki just blew my mind! We still have a few months until it's purchase time, so I'll be tuning in to your channel and see if you can beat this meter; but so far I think I'm getting this one! But I'm wondering why no electricians' meters seem to have mA/μA... I saw some brothers of this same meter where they have it, but then the Non-Contact Voltage detection is ditched, which is a pity :(
Are these functions mutually exclusive in multimeters?
Thanks for your feedback! I do have a couple more meters to review very soon that are also great electricians meters. The one I'm using all the time measures power as well;) Also, in this multimeter format, there is the Testo as well: ua-cam.com/video/QE-GLS_dZI0/v-deo.html. At a lower cost and very nice meter, there's the Klein Tough meter M700; ua-cam.com/video/-TvD0p17tLA/v-deo.html
@@KissAnalog WOW, Thanks for the links! I remember having seen your Testo review last week - and I have to admit, the Testo is the winner for the World's Ugliest Multimeter title - without the rotary knob it looks like an oldschool mobile phone from Star Wars... But the Klein Tools I just watched looks very promising. I have been a Japanologist for the past 10 years, so I'm biased towards the Hioki - I also love it's clean look, it's almost as beautiful as the 117, just with more functionality. Apparently the Klein doesn't have the Non-Cntact Voltage detection, so for me - at the moment - it's the Hioki 4256, but I'll keep watching your videos! :) Thanks for all what you're doing there, it's just awesome! This is exactly what people like me need, looking to buy a meter.
@@KissAnalog This is the day when my Hioki arrived! I had to make up my mind sooner because EU import tariff rates are on the horizon, but fortunately it was not hard to decide. : ) By the way, I have heard people pronounce it /high + okie/, which sounds cool indeed, but in fact it's /he + okie/ (with the word stress on the first syllable). It's named after a small city near Kagoshima, right at the southwestern tip of Japan! : ) And I'm absolutely thrilled with it, I LOVE the auto hold function! Words cannot express how lucky I am to have found your channel!
Good job 👍
Thank you!
Hey kiss analog Iog. L9ve the videos. I have the hioki 4255 for voltage measurements and I love the small thing and somewhere I heard the backlight does not stay on long enough. I found hoe to defeat this problem. In the off position hold the backlight button on and turn the dial to ac and it on til you shut it off. Not good for battery drain but I use lithium cells like energizer aaa to give the maximum power you need. Never the less it works for anyone who needs a longer light on this meter...I don't know about the other meter models, but this works on this one...
Brymen meters are by far the best bang for the buck. You can get a BM869s with the same features as the high end Hioki for under $250. I know Joe Smith has tested them to the limit and the only meters that would hang were Fluke. He wasn't overwhelmed with the Hioki he tested. Even Dave Jones went back to Brymen for his EEV branded BM768. After the issues he had with the 121 GW built by UEI he went back to a winner company with great customer support. Send them an email and they will gladly send you some to test and most likely and let you keep them as they have with Joe. I have 4 of them and they all perform amazing. Keep up with my pristine Fluke 189 with even better features. I love that Brymen meters remember the last settings on meter you set it for when you turn it on the next time. I know your Greenlee is a Brymen rebranded but go for the 869s. Welectron and TME in Poland both sell the Brymens. I got two from Poland in 4 days, faster than I can get shipping from within the US.
Thank you! I do want to bring in a Brymen. I have a Greenlee that I really like too, so I'll have to review that one as well.
After discovering joe´s channel i bought 2xBM 869s, 1x BM079 , 1x BT 75 EU and a BM789. 😂😂. Brymen is really a great brand. I replaced all my Fluke Stuff except my 199C Scope.
@@walterdoerler6791 Joe was the reason I bought mine. He is one of the slickest cat’s on UA-cam. Great at electronic design, software design, machine work, engine building, motorcycle drag racing..........I wonder if there is anything he doesn’t do well. I love how he found all the faults with Dave Jones 121GW meter. Dave wasn’t too happy. I see Dave went back to Brymen for his new EEVBlog 768 model to join the venerable BM 235. That UEI built 121 was a disaster.
These are some high-quality meters. Made in Japan with Japan chips. I wish the United States still did this sort of stuff.
Unfortunately we are becoming Rome.
I would trust their in houses safety test. Japan's safety standards & quality are second to none!
Thanks for that Ronnie! I agree! It is too bad - especially when so many (like myself until recently:) are still believers in the yellow meter. Just didn't know all the cool meters that were out there;)
I would like to see a review on a Brymen BM237R or a BM239R (there's none on UA-cam).
With 3 phase rotation, AutoV LoZ, NCV/live wire detection at a distance of a push of a button, VFD... that's a good multimeter for electricians (is it better than Fluke 117, only your review can tell :) ).
Thanks Jose! That sounds great - I'll have to check them out.
Can you also review the HIOKI DT4261-90 BLUETOOTH, I'd like to see how the software works on a tablet/phone and how THD is displayed....Thank you!
Sample time (display update) comparison in your summary? I cannot stand slow meters and that's one of the reasons I like meters that aren't auto-ranging since I nearly always know what range I'm trying to measure anyway. They settle faster.
Thank you for pointing this out! I often start my Fluke to the range I want so I see quickly what the voltage is before something bad happens. This meter can also go manual range, but it is the fastest meter I have used I think.
@@KissAnalog Indeed, Hioki - claiming in their own brochure with a 2015 survey date - make the fastest responding multimeters, thanks to their microchip developed in-house. I wonder if it still holds in 2021...
Very good review, thanks :)
You also reviewed the Testo 760-2, if you have to give-away one and keep the other, which one will you keep, the Hioki DT4256 or the Testo 760-2?
I‘m asking because I have the Hioki DT4282 and the Uni-T UT181A, and now looking to get a third one for casual everyday use; any opinion?
Thanks again
Thanks for this great question! I really like my DT4282, and I think the 4256 and 760-2 are both great, but since you have the Hioki 4282, I think it would be cool to have one auto meter like the Testo. But, if you really like your 4282 and want something like it but at a lower cost, then stick with the Hioki. I think you will be happy either way;)
@@KissAnalog thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts, l think quite similarly :)
Both meters are similarly priced and both have their Pros and Cons, from my point-of-view:
Hioki DT4256:
+ fast!
+ familiar „user interface“ since it’s similar to the DT4256
+ beautiful, Japanese aesthetic design
+ Atuo Hold, Rel., two filter settings
+ has NCV, handy, instead of pulling another meter!
- no mA/uA
- low capacitance measurement range
- display contrast relatively low
- no Lead position protection or warning!
Testo 760-2:
+ excellent build quality
+ nice one hand, button interface
+ uA Range
+ high basic accuracy (0.1)
+ good display (bigger but doesn’t show more than Hioki)
+ automatic measurements … but
- very slow finding the kind of measurement, fast if manually selected (defeats the purpose, kind of)
- Simple Hold, no Rel.
- - doesn’t read Zero current when not connected or even with Leads shorted … I returned a 760-3 because of this mal-function; I don’t know if it was only this one or a “standard” weakness!
So, I’m a bit torn between the two, but I tend towards the Testo because it’s “different” and is 30$ cheaper (in my place), price diff. is not the decisive factor, though :)
This Hioki sure is a nice electricians dmm, but it's also expensive.
I don't know if comparing it to the fluke 11# series is still relevant as that series is pretty old by now (and, consequently, way overpriced for the functions and quality of display etc).
Regarding the price, for $211 you can also get a Brymen bm869s.
That is of course not an 'electricians' multimeter, but has similar (and more) features, way more accuracy/resolution etc. However it is a fullsize dmm and not a midsize dmm. So it's the extra functions (logging, 24ma, vfd filter etc) in the smaller (midsize) formfactor that have to justify the premium pricepoint.
What I would love to see in your reviews is what you can do with the software and logging functions.
Most multimeterreviewers skip this part. Especially if they're Australian, not Austrian...
It would make the video even longer, but it could be a seperate video.
Logging and software features (graphs etc) could be used professionally if customers ask reports with extensive checkups.
Do you have the pc interface?
I saw it was an option. Didnt look at the price (actually couldn't find it...) but usually these are expensive options (too expensive as the software is usually also pretty crappy...)
Thanks GuidoK! I agree, but Fluke still calls their 117 their electrician's meter, and lots of people are familiar with it. But, I do agree with you. I like the Testo and Amprobe much better, and now we have the Hioki;)
Uma das dificuldades em morar no Brasil, e essa limitação para ter acesso a esse tipo de ferramenta profissional, aqui é simplesmente IMPOSSIVEL COMPRAR UM MULTÍMETRO, como essa dado seu elevado valor que ultrapassa os limites da maioria dos profissionais do mercado.
Thanks Sertec for your feedback. Can you get Meters shipped to you?
If you want to scrutinize the bar graph response, then you should put the meter in DC voltage mode and then feed it your ac signal. btw, i prefer the longer videos; it doesn't make sense to me to cut out relevant content just to hit a 20 min run time.
Thank you John!! That’s a great idea - thank you!! I agree about the content fs length, but I know a lot of people don’t like it. I have been thinking how to meet both audiences. I’ll give a new method a try with the other Hioki. Please tell me what you think.
Looking for a good functional multi meter. Would the Hioki DT4256 to get into basic guitar amp repair? Not sure of where to start.
The Hioki DT4256 is a great multimeter, but for audio I would want wider bandwidth like the DT4282, but cost upwards of $400, but is one of my favorite meters.
There is a lower cost meter that I really want to review because it has wide bandwidth and high count meter, and it is only about $89. Here's the link: amzn.to/3DrryaW
How does it compare to the Testo 760-2?
Just bought that after having my choice confirmed by your video comparrison to the Fluke 117.
The Testo and DT4252 are both great meters - and both a far better value and meter than the 117 IMHO. The Testo is also lower cost with great silicon leads so the best for the money. I’ll have to do a video on these. I really like the Testo, and I also like the Hioki which they give a 10% discount to those that use my link: www.hiokiusastore.com
@@KissAnalog thank you for the reaction 👍
Would love to see a comparrison video between the Testo and DT4252 😃
I watched up to 10:38 and paused video. My reason for pausing the video was because at that point the meter to be tested should have been well under way but that was not the case. You could have explained the meter and had the test, comparison meter results well underway by 3 mins of the video.
Sorry about that. I'll make the next Hioki review much shorter;)
What the name of the orange and black one to the left?
Thanks - that's a great question. It is a Klein and I did do a review of this tough meter;) ua-cam.com/video/-TvD0p17tLA/v-deo.html
Hello, I greet you from Argentina. Hioki 4256 multimeter is better than fluker 117? Thank you.
Thank you for your feedback! It’s great to hear from our friends in Argentina:) Yes, the Hioki is an amazing multimeter! Hioki is offering my viewers a discount by using this discount code EDDIES%01 at: www.hiokiusastore.com
Is there any compare HIOKI DT4282 with FLUKE 289 ??
Thanks for asking. The Fluke 289 is not an electricians meter and is absurdly priced IMHO. I think I will do a video on high-end meters. The 289 is also a very old design (about 20 years), but I'll show it in the new review.
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Thanks so much! I think this DT4256 is probably good and is less expensive;) amzn.to/3XgBZ9K
Hyoki DT 4256 and sanwa cd 732 which is better . I am from India . Nothing knowledge any thing. Which one better for long term used?? Kindly answer my question
Thanks - great question! I have to get a Sanwa to compare.
Very thorough but, you sure the 6k count isn’t 60k count? I have a Hold Peak 40k count that was way cheaper. Love the beeps and speed.
Great question! I also have the Hold Peak and it is a great meter. This Hioki does have that very solid durable feel that you want as an Electrician. Something that you don't have to worry about too much. It is a Hioki, so it has the safety reputation as well. So it is a more high end 6k meter - maybe best in class - or right there with them.
Been a fluke guy for decades, with their current Chinese manufacturing and sky high prices they’ve left a huge niche that I’m sure will be filled and probably will overwhelm them. In years to come the younger generation will not even know the name fluke. Mid-tier multimeters aren’t that hard to make and that’s all the majority of techs need and nowadays afford.
I agree, I was also a Fluke guy, but they are so old now and no new Flukes - the competition has passed them IMHO;)
Greta re View! Which do you prefer? This one or Testo 760?
Wow Luis - that's a great question! They are my two favorite 6k count multimeter for sure. I think there are other very good ones at much lower cost. But I like these for the same reason some mistakenly (like I used to) automatically go to a Fluke (which they don't have one that compares in a 6k count). I had to go to my lab and play with both to make my decision. I like the Hioki DT4256 a little better.
@@KissAnalog thanks a lot! 👍 Need to buy an under 200€ multimeter for electrician use.
Can check temperature with this machine???
Thank you! Great question! You can actually measure temperature with the DT4353 model. Hioki is offering my viewers a discount by using this discount code EDDIES%01 at: www.hiokiusastore.com
I use the link Eddie but I can only dream about 60,000 count. I just stare at the ad Eddie.
LOL thanks Joey!
@@KissAnalog I'm just kidding brother haha
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That flashing Max out of range is annoying to me
Thanks David! It is different for everyone! I got used to it pretty fast.
I like Brymen better. And for the price is no even a competition.
Brymen is a great choice! Which model do you like?
Did he say f#ck at 22:12?
LOL
Hmm? what have we here? yup! Japan, has been working 4 our government since the 1960's...yup! they have better/studied products! average price point...real nice multimeters!! would purchase!! more features 4 pcb electronics!! yup! a funny thing...korea,tiawan. and japan.. all 3 have products made in ccChina!!!
Thanks! LOL! Great points as always;)
japan asked and chjna said ,we use 8 year olds to rate our meters
actually I'm not sure if Japan and China talk much to each other;)
Are you James Hetfield long lost brother?
LOL - don't tell him you found me;)
Hi good men
Hioki 4261
Is new serise
Com to chek
Perfect! Can’t wait to review one;)
@@KissAnalog We are waiting for your new video✌
METROHIT
Thanks Geir! I do like what I see from the Metrohit, but they are a bit spendy;) I'm looking for one though...
well I'm waiting for
i forgot ,china ueses 10 year old for there engineering
smart 10 year olds;)
Hioki is SHIT !!!
Wow - they are some of my favorite meters! Why don’t you like them? Which models have you used?
jesus 1 hour long video
Sorry I will try not to do this again. Takes way too much time to edit too;)