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HABOTEST HT118A CHEAP-O Multimeter Review & Teardown!

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  • Опубліковано 17 сер 2024
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 455

  • @Brian-uq6jm
    @Brian-uq6jm 5 років тому +14

    Good little meter great video! You nearly made me buy one, even though i already have 8 meters.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +1

      No problem! Nearly is almost good enough ! It's truly a great dmm. 😉

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +1

      It's a great meter..!! I'm sure you'll soon realize that you really do need to make it 9!! Thanks for watching..
      🤣👍

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      Eight is never enough! 😁👍

    • @RickSanchez-fx3lt
      @RickSanchez-fx3lt 2 роки тому

      You can't have just one.

    • @SDsailor7
      @SDsailor7 Рік тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Are the leads silicone?
      Thank you

  • @amigagr
    @amigagr 23 години тому

    i bought it a year and a half ago for 27 euro. it was a love at first sight.
    after that i bought 5 more other habotest models and i loved them all too.
    (even if i had already about 10 other multimeters)
    very good review, keep walking!

  • @karthikd03
    @karthikd03 4 роки тому +7

    Dude that's the most thorough and professional review of a DMM that I've seen. And the fact that you spice it up with some quirks here and there to keep us watching.
    Love from India.
    PS: I bought one

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +1

      Many thanks for the kind words..very appreciated! Great to see you bought one, its a terrific multimeter!
      Keep on Testing!! 😃👍

  • @nagabhushanjoshi254
    @nagabhushanjoshi254 4 роки тому +5

    Nice review, Thanks Darren, was initially thinking of buying BK precision 2709b, but it's very expensive, was searching for cheap multimeter reviews, found your channel, ht118a suits my electronic needs, would have been a huge waste buying branded one since I don't use it for high power, Kudos for your channel👍

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Glad it worked out for you. The Habotest is a great multimeter and definitely cheaper than the BK.
      Keep On Testing!

  • @Pyridox
    @Pyridox 5 років тому +6

    Darren, this looks like a decent multi-meter for the money. I like the orange glow back light, and lighted input jacks I was surprised that it passed the LED tests, being that it's only powered with two AA batteries.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +1

      Yes Pete, the meter really surprised me as well..it was a pleasure to review and it's a keeper for sure!

  • @derektodd4126
    @derektodd4126 5 років тому +6

    Darren, its 11-35pm here. About to go to bed.🤣👍but I had to watch this. KEEP ON TESTING. Thank you.

  • @TopDog8762
    @TopDog8762 5 років тому +4

    Only been a sub for little over a month. This is a fantastic channel, really like how indepth the reviews actually are. Please keep up the good work.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      Many thanks!! Hopefully it will get even better!

  • @razer192
    @razer192 3 роки тому +8

    If you buy kmoon or habotest 118a back light will not stay on if you buy the kaiweets ht118a it stays on

  • @andreasmeyer9011
    @andreasmeyer9011 5 років тому +2

    I also bought it for 24 €. I'm really excited, thanks for the test.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +1

      Enjoy the multimeter Andreas... it's one of my favorites of 2019!!

  • @jackpinecreed6587
    @jackpinecreed6587 5 років тому +16

    Damn.... you talked me into one.... just ordered it!!! 👊😁👍

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +6

      Excellent!! That's what Iike to hear! It's a great dmm ...Let us know how you like it!!

    • @billkabb
      @billkabb 5 років тому +4

      same here ...

    • @puredesi6278
      @puredesi6278 3 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting how i can purchase in india (asia)

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      @@puredesi6278 Ali or Ebay I 🤔 assume??
      Let me know..

  • @monchoboy41
    @monchoboy41 4 роки тому +5

    I just got my kaweets ht118a which is basically the same than the habotest, and they are shipping the version 1.5 of the board. Now the backlight stays on all the time and you can use it with the flashlight on

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Excellent update! Glad to see they are listening!! Keep On Testing!

    • @pagepro211
      @pagepro211 3 роки тому

      but does it make a beep sound when checking a regular diode?

    • @kumarsajal8400
      @kumarsajal8400 2 роки тому +1

      That must be sucking the hell out of those two AA batteries

  • @ibringthelastwords1358
    @ibringthelastwords1358 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks to you Darren I finally bought one and its on the way to ship to me. I can finally replace my old Sanwa analog meter. 😊😊

  • @angusmccoatup7765
    @angusmccoatup7765 3 роки тому +2

    There is a simple hack to keep the backlight on indefinitely.
    If you have the earlier firmware.
    Inside, top right, are three wires, red, black, white going to
    the display. connect a new wire from the white to the left leg of the flashlight
    LED. Now the display backlight stays on with the flashlight.
    If, like me, you think the flashlight is useless, snip the right
    leg of the flashlight led. Now the backlight times out with a
    short press of the backlight button and STAYS ON with a long
    press.

  • @Rudro2024
    @Rudro2024 3 роки тому +2

    My close friend who is in tv repairing job bought Habotest ht118a and it is cool...

  • @nst2142
    @nst2142 3 роки тому +2

    your review helps me a lot in buying a multimeter. keep reviewing.

  • @erwinjoshuat1327
    @erwinjoshuat1327 4 роки тому +8

    New Subscriber here Darren. Great looking reviews and always entertaining. Just a quick question. I have watched your Uni T 191T review many times and I am still undecided which one to get if this Ht118a from Habotest or the more expensive UT191T. Everytime I watch your reviews I want to buy that particular product I am watching hence you have a great convincing power. So back to my question what do you think should I get, I will mainly use it for automotive applications, particularly checking resistance, continuity and voltage. Thanks again for always providing us conscise reviews. Kudos to your Channel. Love lots from the Philippines.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +2

      Hi Erwin, without a doubt go for the UNI-T 191T..its built to last, rugged housing that will survive those bumps and falls. Great Input Protection ..etc.
      I really love this meter, its perfect size and balance for me.
      Alternatively, the UNI-T UT89XD is another great choice, although its manual Ranging but still has that rugged design although not as well built internally as the 191T. The Habotest is a great meter but I don't think its anywhere near as tough or resilient as the UNI-T.
      Btw Thanks for the kind words..
      I would love to visit the beautiful Philippines one day!

  • @rinqucosta2422
    @rinqucosta2422 3 роки тому +3

    Best cheap-o multimeter ever.. I just love it❤

  • @alisoleimani6900
    @alisoleimani6900 2 роки тому

    Hey Darren, just wanted to thank you for all these detailed and great reviews, homers are also fantastic :))
    I don't use multimeter much, but recently I bought myself a UNI-T 89XD. Its good but after I saw your reviews, I wish I had bought Habotest 118A :( Thanks again, mate.
    Wish you all the best in the world.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому

      Hi Ali, thx so much for the kind words! I appreciate the support. Keep On Testing 👍

  • @unlokia
    @unlokia 3 роки тому +1

    I very much enjoyed .... _"current sensing resistor"_ audio correction, LOL!

  • @kcuhc84
    @kcuhc84 3 роки тому +4

    The backlight stays on now. Habotest must have listened to you! If this meter had a "REL" button it would be perfect.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому +1

      That's great news!!! Hurrah! Glad HABOTEST has improved 👏 👍 this already great multimeter!

    • @kcuhc84
      @kcuhc84 3 роки тому +2

      @@KeepOnTesting It defaults to Volts DC as well.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      @@kcuhc84 Beauty!! I guess they were listening.!! 😄👍

    • @VolkerKtnbch
      @VolkerKtnbch 3 роки тому

      I got a HT118A today (from "Meterk"). It defaults to Volt-DC, but the backlight does not stay on :-(

  • @derektodd4126
    @derektodd4126 5 років тому +4

    Yes Darren, looking like a good feature packed meter for the money. The C & D modes manual range versions ?.

  • @PaulLemars01
    @PaulLemars01 5 років тому +5

    BTW maybe you could do a leaderboard kind of thing like Doug Demuro. We're all interested in value vs price.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      That's an excellent idea...noted!!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      Keepontesting.com now live.
      Also Top Ten is now listed under every description.

  • @scot1ton
    @scot1ton 3 роки тому +1

    I just got the exact same multimeter, except it's branded Kaiweets. I agree, the 20 second auto off backlight would be a deal breaker, but mine turns on and stays on till I turn it off. Maybe Kaiweets brand had it tweeked a bit before launching. My only "complaint" really is that I thought it would weigh a bit more and feel more expensive and rugged in the hands. Other than that, 2 thumbs up!!

  • @PFBzzz
    @PFBzzz Рік тому

    Great review, ordered and arrived today...
    Quick update: Manufacturer must be watching your video, because the backlight doesn't turn off on whatever version they are currently shipping! Stays on forever, or until the meter shuts off.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Рік тому

      That's awesome! Enjoy your new multimeter..it's a great one! 👍

  • @spikekent
    @spikekent 5 років тому +3

    Great review, just brought one of these for work, turns out I made a good choice. Thank you

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +1

      Many Thanks! It's a super multimeter with a ton of features. It should serve you well!

  • @fredo19
    @fredo19 Рік тому

    Thank you for your channel, I'm just a hobbyist and order a klein MM300 then went on You youtube to check reviews. I saw yours and you said you wouldn't recommend and after seeing you're test I can see why. Then I saw your list of recommend cheap multimeter saw this review compared to the klein and wow! So I cancel the Klein and got this one from Amazon, it was $28 and they had a $13 off coupon so got this bad boy for $15!!!!! So not only did I get a way better metter than the Klein but I save $15 on top of that. Thanks a milliion!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Рік тому

      Wow..what an awesome price for that awesome multimeter ! Way better than the Klein and alot more useful too! 👍

  • @paulcondie2520
    @paulcondie2520 3 роки тому

    I just got one on Amazon. This thing is badass for the money. Longevity will tell the tell but for now I'm real happy. My real cheap multi the digital display is unreasonable

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      Great stuff Paul..! It really has alot of great features. 👍

    • @paulcondie2520
      @paulcondie2520 3 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting 👍 I meant to say my old one is unreadable. Damn spell check.lol

  • @ricardohenriquedesouza1641
    @ricardohenriquedesouza1641 2 роки тому +1

    I liked your channel. I would like you to help me in which multimeter to choose. Uni-t UT890C, UT890PRO, UT89X, UT89XD or the HABOTEST HT118A or whatever you think is better in this range.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Ricardo..Manual RANGING I'd choose the UNI-T UT89XD , Automatic RANGING...HABOTEST HT118A...fyi, UT89XD is probably the best built out of the lot..but the HT118A has more features..
      😄 👍 Let me know what you decide...at the end of the day..all great multimeters.

  • @KeepOnTesting
    @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +5

    No worries Derek...Have a great night!

    • @kresimirpranjic4898
      @kresimirpranjic4898 5 років тому

      which is better HT118A or UT191T?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      @@kresimirpranjic4898I would choose the UNI-T UT191T ....really a fantastic and professional meter for a reasonable price.

    • @kresimirpranjic4898
      @kresimirpranjic4898 5 років тому

      @@KeepOnTestingTNX i have doubt on UT139C and HT118T which is better?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      @@kresimirpranjic4898 More features on UT139C , display is better on the Habotest..also cheaper. Tough call, I would probably opt for the Habotest if it came down to price vs performance ...

    • @kresimirpranjic4898
      @kresimirpranjic4898 5 років тому

      @@KeepOnTesting What is temp. acuracy of HT118T

  • @Sv3TL10
    @Sv3TL10 Рік тому

    The legend now has a big brother. 20000 counts HT118E :)

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Рік тому

      Ohhh YUMMY! Thx for sharing 👍

    • @Sv3TL10
      @Sv3TL10 Рік тому

      @@KeepOnTesting I was sure you would be interested :))

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Рік тому

      @@Sv3TL10 ohh ya ! I just ordered one ... 👍

    • @Sv3TL10
      @Sv3TL10 Рік тому

      @@KeepOnTesting so we'll wait for the review 😜

  • @troymelandri1731
    @troymelandri1731 Рік тому

    This meter really gets around, I have seen so many different names on this meter

  • @tamasvaczi6871
    @tamasvaczi6871 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent channel! A question: have you seen/tested the Habotest HT113C? It is even cheap-o-er than the 118A, but has very similar, though not exactly the same, specs.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +1

      Many thanks! The HT113C is on my list and is destined to be reviewed by me end of November!

    • @superpooper_2030
      @superpooper_2030 3 роки тому

      www.habo-test.com/sale-11245703-ht118a-automatic-digital-multimeter-auto-range-with-true-rms-6000-counts.html

  • @CyberSyntek
    @CyberSyntek 2 роки тому

    The ranger zone!? なんでやねん! Wasn't expecting that and love it! :D

  • @girrajsingh5827
    @girrajsingh5827 2 роки тому +1

    Please keep up the good work.

  • @AnanusBananus
    @AnanusBananus 4 роки тому +1

    The chips are so good on these cheap ones, accurate and that very nice display with dual values/bargraph.. so cool for The people who does not want to spend 500 monies on a meter

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Right on! Incredible bang for the buck here...lots of sizzle for not a lot of money..Keep On Testing!

  • @cipherparadigm
    @cipherparadigm 5 років тому +2

    Nice review! If this one was a branded Fluke, how much do you think it will cost in CAD? What Fluke model can be in direct comparison with this Habotest? To me, it seems to be the best bank for your buck! There's a good chance that I will buy one!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому +1

      If it was a Fluke it would retail for 300+ easy.
      Fluke really has no direct model to compare with but perhaps the Fluke179 ..

  • @FranklinPhan
    @FranklinPhan 4 роки тому +1

    An Amazon reviewer for the Kaiweets version writes "the 600 milliamp fuse blew with just 0.5 milliamp going through it. The college instructor verified the unit was used properly and the circuit was configured properly, and that it was the multimeter that had malfunctioned. The replacement fuse costs more than the meter itself. Opening the unit up to inspect the fuses revealed the unit was not constructed properly for the fuses that came installed and this problem will likely happen again."
    Do you see any circuit flaws with the fuses in the unit?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +6

      Sounds like a like a load of "hogwash" to me! There's nothing wrong with the internal circuitry. They use standard 5x30mm fast blow fuses and you can easily fit 5x32mm in its place. 12 ceramic fuses will set you back 10$. I think this is just a lame attempt at dissing whats a very well made and affordable multimeter for the masses. I think the student was either high on solder fumes or was bored and needed to manufacture some fabricated story to get a refund from Amazon.

  • @RatBikerNotts
    @RatBikerNotts Рік тому

    A long term review would also be a great help. I find that the cheap meters usually fail because the dial or the power buttons fail.

    • @richmadrid9563
      @richmadrid9563 Рік тому +2

      I have the same multimeter, I got it 4 years ago. it still functions very well.

  • @qolbunsalim5188
    @qolbunsalim5188 4 роки тому +1

    New potensial meter : TASI TA801C
    Look like the compact version of Habotest HT118A at halfprice .
    Head to head to winapex et8101.
    Used external memory to store data.
    Freq in voltage n current.
    No bargraph.
    Some good meters released this year. Thanks.
    Keep on buying n reviewing n testing...

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Thanks for the heads up..I just ordered 1 for review! Looks interesting as you say..I don't see any mention about data logging but it still looks promising! Keep On Testing!

    • @qolbunsalim5188
      @qolbunsalim5188 4 роки тому

      Im sorry, i mean it used external i2c memory to store the calibration data. Like the dreamtech intl chip.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      @@qolbunsalim5188 ahhh...Roger that! Thanks for clarifying. Yes thats always preferred. Should be a good meter to review!

  • @creativ01
    @creativ01 3 роки тому +2

    Great review! I have just received it and im really happy. Its newer version and has permanent backlight without turning off which is great. In the video there is board version v1.2, mine is v1.9 and has also few different components on board (but i dont know how they are called, im not electrician :).

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому +1

      Wow, that's great 👍 v1.9 , incredible! That's alot of revisions! Keep used posted..

    • @xq59
      @xq59 2 роки тому

      Stan, where did you procure the v1.9 unit from?

    • @africanhistory
      @africanhistory 2 роки тому

      yeah mine does not go off if I recall. Let me go and check

  • @WilliamVG
    @WilliamVG 3 роки тому

    After watching this, I immediately picked one up, no regrets!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      Great to hear..congrats! It's one of my favs too 🏆 and BEST of the 2020 Top 5 CHEAP-O Multimeters ! Great Instrument 👍

  • @sagarpatel3192
    @sagarpatel3192 4 роки тому +1

    One of the best thing is you're also comedy 😁💕 we love to learn with smile and funn 💕😁

  • @runrideeatrepeatlivestrong3346
    @runrideeatrepeatlivestrong3346 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, thanks for review. i have a old 1999 count dmm and some functions not working anymore so Currently looking a good deal multimeter to buy. Which should be better habotest 118A, aneng 8008 or unit ut89x. Prices in my country ht118aand ut89 25$. Aneng 18$

  • @rizzulazzi
    @rizzulazzi 4 роки тому +1

    Nice instrument, nice review. The only feature I don't like is that it defaults to AC.
    Please note that the date code 1912 means 2019 (year) 12 th week , not January 2. The PCB (and not the meter) was fabricated on March 2019. This is the standard date coding that is used for ICs and other stuff.

    • @africanhistory
      @africanhistory 2 роки тому

      mine defaults DC and I wish I would default AC and default continuity. I have no idea why it does not default to continuity.

  • @jollybae3562
    @jollybae3562 3 роки тому

    Not sure if clamp meter is your thing but please check model HT208D it comes by different name such as habotest, mayilon, etc.

  • @razer192
    @razer192 3 роки тому +1

    Great review straight to the point

  • @timothysorkar9852
    @timothysorkar9852 3 роки тому +1

    Very robust & good looking multimeter👍👊👌

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      Definitely ! Plus the HABOTEST HT118A is Number 1 in the CHEAP-O Multimeter Ten.😄👍

  • @mkaras98
    @mkaras98 3 роки тому +1

    Great reviews!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому +1

      Thx Michal...😉👍 lots more coming..

  • @lucbeauvais1847
    @lucbeauvais1847 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome review, because of this review I bought one, its very impressive even when compared to my way more expensive wavetek 27xt.
    When you opened it up I didn't see any calibration pots, I can calibrate my other meter , is there any way to calibrate this one?
    Also since I love it so much is there any available protective case available for it?
    Well done on the review, this was a great purchase for me. Thanks

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      Unfortunately not. No user calibration pots. You can definitely buy a 3rd party multimeter case to protect your beauty but no HT1118A specific case is available. Enjoy the multimeter it's a great test instrument! Thx for the kind words!

    • @lucbeauvais1847
      @lucbeauvais1847 3 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting thanks very much for the quick reply!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      @@lucbeauvais1847 Anytime my friend 😀👍

  • @just_arandom_guy8209
    @just_arandom_guy8209 5 років тому +1

    The continuity test is my favorite part! It's nice multimeter. Keep it up!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      Great to hear..Thanks for watching !

  • @razer192
    @razer192 3 роки тому +1

    I think your reviews are great. love to see a review on the TASI TA801C

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому +2

      Many thanks ! I've ordered the TASI TA801C for review 👍

    • @razer192
      @razer192 3 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Did you find the store on aliexpress for the HT118A ?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому +1

      @@razer192 Yes I did thx, I will order the updated unit and compare the two ! Many thanks David !

    • @razer192
      @razer192 3 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Thank you Sir for your excellent videos!

  • @copisetic1104
    @copisetic1104 4 роки тому +2

    Don’t check hz% with the light on. It will freak out and give you varying hz counts. Not dependable on readings.

  • @bradojacko8247
    @bradojacko8247 4 роки тому +1

    Is this the best dmm under $50? The review was very positive.
    Also, how important is the missing inner shielding? Do any comparable dmm have shielding + the quality of this? Could you make your own shielding?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +1

      Sorry for the late reply. This is definitely one of the best buys in the CHEAP-O MULTIMETER Realm!! Shielding is important but if you are using it on the bench you should be fine .

  • @stovepipe9er
    @stovepipe9er 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the list and reviews, huge help for picking a dmm. Looks like a nice unit. I almost bought a more expensive one with way less performance...

  • @PaulLemars01
    @PaulLemars01 5 років тому +1

    Ok, just spent $30 on e-bay to get one of these. Hopefully arriving from Shenzen in a couple of weeks time.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      Great stuff! Its an amazing multimeter..👍
      Let us know how you like it.

    • @PaulLemars01
      @PaulLemars01 5 років тому

      @@KeepOnTesting just found a weird e-Bay listing. It's for a UNI-T UT139C for $7.99 including shipping. Here's the link;
      www.ebay.com/itm/UNI-T-UT139C-True-RMS-LCD-Digital-Auto-Range-Multimeter-AC-DC-Tester-Meter/392328022180?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
      It's probably a scam but I threw $8.18 their way anyway. Just thought you'd like to check it out.
      Yup, it was a scam.

  • @timecomments
    @timecomments Рік тому

    18:47 Shouldn't the input diodes be schottky diodes? M7/1N4007 can't handle high frequency. Examp should it be US2M/HER208 ?

  • @rexpulido6930
    @rexpulido6930 5 років тому +1

    Can you also do a review on HABOTEST HT113C? Thanks in advance.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      Sure thing Rex, it's now on my meter ToDo List!

  • @MrAtom631
    @MrAtom631 3 роки тому

    thanks for these reviews! helped me to choose a meter :)

  • @user-cm1od3dz3m
    @user-cm1od3dz3m 5 місяців тому

    Благодарю за непринужденный, веселый стиль. Но. Прозвонка диодов с "beep" или без звука? У KAIWEETS 118A есть "beep" на диодах и это здорово.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 місяців тому +1

      This HABOTEST has no sound in diode mode, yes the Kaiweets version does which is excellent 👍 Thanks for watching. 😊

    • @user-cm1od3dz3m
      @user-cm1od3dz3m 5 місяців тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Благодарю за ответ. Желаю здоровья и удачи.

  • @joepangit6938
    @joepangit6938 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the review Darren! I just bought the Kaiweets 118A for $29. My backlight stays on, and can use with flashlight on. Also, on Amazon reviews are saying you can no longer access the internals to change the fuse. On mine you can. I think they just don't know how to get that grippy cover off of it to take the screws out.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      I agree, wouldn't make any sense..😝👍
      Glad you picked one up..its a Great multimeter!

    • @integmy
      @integmy 3 роки тому +1

      im confused. kaiweets look identical with habotest ht118a. both have different website .hope the performance is the same. habotest is cheaper a bit than kaiweets in malaysia

  • @claude77573
    @claude77573 4 роки тому

    At 13:13 into the video, I see you were measuring the Hz and duty cycle. Since the Hz was about 60, I assume you were measuring standard "house current." The manual for the Kaiweets unit says that for Frequency/Duty measurement, the voltage is limited to 10V, and anything above that may damage the unit. What does the Habotest manual say? Also, the Kaiweets unit has a NCV Live probe on top of the unit, so you can hold the unit next to a line to see if it is live. You can also use the red probe, as illustrated in the video.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      You can safely measure Hz over 10V with the Habotest or Kaiweets, no worries there. Here in Canada the household mains run at 60Hz/120V

  • @AWriterWandering
    @AWriterWandering 4 роки тому +1

    I appreciate the LED test especially. That's something I've been looking for in a new meter.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Excellent!! Glad the review helped 👍

  • @sureshlingabathina
    @sureshlingabathina 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent, subscribed.

  • @ericpatenaude
    @ericpatenaude 4 роки тому +2

    Hi! Anyone knows up until which voltage DC it displays decimals?

  • @RedPixels_
    @RedPixels_ 4 роки тому +1

    Hey, nice review! I would recommend to review the LOMVUM T28B too, if you haven't reviewed it already.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Excellent thx! I've added that to my list. Keep on Testing!

    • @RedPixels_
      @RedPixels_ 4 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting very good! I just bought it and i wanted to know someone else's thoughts. I don't have many tools to test properly, too.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      @@RedPixels_ I grabbed the T28C for the review...looks good!

    • @RedPixels_
      @RedPixels_ 4 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting awesome. As soon as you post the video I'll watch it!

  • @jimnunn9232
    @jimnunn9232 2 роки тому +1

    I have one of these. if you read the manual it cautions you not to use it on voltages higher than 230VAC. if that's the limit than this meter can not be rated CATIII or IV. I would not use it on Industrial 480 power systems. The meter is well built, though I did have to open it up and re-solder a circuit pad because it was interminate. .

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому

      Good point..Let's face it most dmms in the CHEAP-O REALM aren't going to do heavy mains ..nor should they..used for household voltage (120/230) max depending on your geography and you'll be just fine.

    • @jimnunn9232
      @jimnunn9232 2 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Cat III and Cat IV ratings are a safety rating. The manufacture is basically saying that the instrument will not cause a Arc Flash incident at voltages up to 600 VAC when properly used. If you are not aware of how dangerous a Arc flash incident can be take a look at some of the video's on You Tube.
      yes I like the versatility of the instrument but I only will use in on my electronics work bench and deffently not on tube equipment.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому +1

      @@jimnunn9232 I'm well aware of CAT Ratings. Hence, HT118A is perfectly safe for household mains CAT II. Most multimeter vendors claim higher CAT than what the multimeters are actually capable of safely doing. Never use any CHEAP-O Multimeter for anything above mains 1 or 3 phase CAT II and you'll be fine.

  • @PatisserieRoyale
    @PatisserieRoyale 3 роки тому

    Wow! Amazing review!! Would have been nice to see the version C with double AA load test review! I believe version A does not have it... None the less Thank you for this awesome and fun review!!!

  • @heksogen4788
    @heksogen4788 4 роки тому +1

    Fuck this would be perfect if it had one or two 5-10MOhm resistors, and some MOVs. Would actually fulfil the CAT ratings :) Just add 3 dollars more and you have pretty much multimeter on par with the best boys.

  • @autism4535
    @autism4535 Місяць тому

    What is the reference of the r10 resistor?

  • @osmanfb1
    @osmanfb1 5 років тому +1

    No MOVs for input protections! Those PTCs take time to heat up. Seems similar to ANENGs?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 років тому

      Definitely better to have MOV's and PTC's....agreed!

  • @iannicdao3735
    @iannicdao3735 3 місяці тому

    How to use the max min function

  • @gm2655
    @gm2655 4 роки тому +1

    Why is there a bluetooth icon/symbol shown when you power it up

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Its possible their is support for a future rev that will incorporate BT functionality. Or, the display might be used on multiple multimeters so it's a segment that's not utilized in this multimeter..which I think is more likely as I don't see any BT module or space on the pcb.

  • @chandanpiku
    @chandanpiku Рік тому

    Is the Habotest HT118A and Total TMT 47504 exactly the same meter? If so than I will go with the Total meter as I like it's Teal-White combo body more than that of the Habotest's. If not than I will stick with Habotest. Therefore kindly resolve my doubt as soon as possible so that I can purchase the appropriate one before it goes out of stock 🙏

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Рік тому

      Hello Chandan ! Yesssss it's the identical multimeter! Inside and out 👍

  • @SDsailor7
    @SDsailor7 Рік тому

    I thought NCV was no contact voltage? why did he stick the probe in the cable? it should have detected voltage without contact.

    • @cosmos7engineer
      @cosmos7engineer Рік тому

      NCV is non contact voltage yes, but Live test is probing with 1 probe for a single contact point voltage test
      On the meter there is NCV and Live in the same spot indicating it does both, which it does

  • @raymondblaze5715
    @raymondblaze5715 3 роки тому +1

    Excuse me Mr.Darren Walker.
    Can you please help me to choosing my first multimeter??
    Either richmeter rm219(zt219) or habotest ht118a.
    Rm219 have 19999 count and habotest have 6000 count.
    I don't know if i really need that Rm219 more count.
    From what i noticed Habotest doesn't have relative button,range button.
    And again i don't really know if i really need those button.
    Will i get a hard time without those button sir???.
    I want to use it for repairing broken stuff such as measuring fan capacitor,checking not working pcb,checking smartphone component that not working properly,etc.
    What is your opinion Mr.Darren?
    Should i choose rm219 ($23) or ht118a ($26).
    Or maybe you have another recommended multimeter??
    As you can tell, yes i am a newbie with no experience here.
    Please excuse any mistakes as English is my second language.
    Thank you.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      HABOTEST HT118A, It's the TOP Multimeter on the TopTen List for a reason. Great display, solid performance and feature packed!

  • @abhaynatoo
    @abhaynatoo 3 роки тому

    HI Darren, love from india. Will You be doing reviews of meters from 50 TO 100 USD. And also one more question, which alcheapo multimeters has the best input protection. and by cheapo I mean below 50 USD. based on that I will buy it promptly. yu really give very convincing reviews, I base my buying decisions base on your reviews.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому +1

      Hello my friend! Yes indeed I will be doing some multimeter reviews I the $50-150 range in September 😀👍
      CHEAP-O w best input protection..Great question! ...normally the two don't coexist however the UNI-T UT39E+ had one of the best...dual PTCs, spark gap protection, ceramic fuses and a very clean pcb layout ..20,000 COUNT CHEAP-O !!

  • @zezeA380
    @zezeA380 4 роки тому +1

    I bought the meter too, it's great! But, doesn't anybody realise the bluetooth icon? How do i use it tho?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      This model doesn't have native BT support..the icon is there just as part of the display matrix.

  • @JL-bo4bh
    @JL-bo4bh 3 роки тому

    I bought a Kmoon HT118A 4 months ago, used it for two weeks then put it aside. I picked it up recently but found something wrong. When the dial is set in the 5 light blue gears , ALL lights(top, whole screen, 4 input jacks) are blinking and beeping sound. Everything seems normal when the dial is in the 4 orange color gears and the red NCV/Live. Do you have any idea what might go wrong?

  • @BTS-mb1lh
    @BTS-mb1lh 4 роки тому +1

    Hello - can you tell me can this meter read down to 1 mV? I've tried to find something that says what it's resolution is but can't find the info. Thanks. And thanks for your video.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      I haven't measured down that low but had no problems down to 20mV

  • @E-GaN
    @E-GaN Рік тому

    Can you please help with the program for the eeprom? Mine has bugs.

  • @computersrepaircotesaint-l7407

    thx man great stuff

  • @elecdroid3666
    @elecdroid3666 4 роки тому +1

    Hi. Is there any similar multimeter like ht118a? For example peakmeter pm18a ? But pm18a has no bar graph. Do you know another multimeter brand and model like ht118a? There are many KKmoon HT118A, Kaiweets 118A .
    Your multimeter's board HT118A-V1.2
    İ saw another version (Kaiweets) was HT118A-V1.3
    Do you have any idea? is there any difference?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      Yes there is a difference..the new rev. pcb supports the audible diode and I believe no timeout for the backlight, although I haven't verified the latter.
      The AstroAI M6KOR is another variant..I'm awaiting on AstroAI to ship me a unit.

  • @thimirakeerthisena5255
    @thimirakeerthisena5255 2 роки тому +1

    hey, can this be powered by rechargeable Ni-MH batteries like eneloops?

  • @cheebc9981
    @cheebc9981 4 роки тому +1

    I saw Bluetooth symbol on the display. is it able to connect to other devices like PC using bluetooth?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Unfortunately not..its just a random segment on the display which is probably utilized on a different multimeter.

  • @gordonemery6949
    @gordonemery6949 3 роки тому

    Mine came.yesterday not to bad for the price£22 ,but the buzzer isnt very loud and me being a bit deaf doesn't help ,I think I'll invest in some new probes for it tho , thanks for the vid..

    • @iamateaf5268
      @iamateaf5268 3 роки тому

      I also got the KKMoon variant of this and I also find the buzzer volume too low, I’m going to go through this video again and see where the buzzer actually is as I’m wondering if the protective case might be muffling the sound.

    • @gordonemery6949
      @gordonemery6949 3 роки тому

      @@iamateaf5268 havnt tried that ,I thought of drilling holes in it just in case the case was muffling it ,I'd probably drill thru the speaker lol

  • @E-GaN
    @E-GaN 4 місяці тому

    Hi, is it possible for you to find the EEPROM file for this multimeter please?

  • @admahecha
    @admahecha 4 роки тому +1

    got one of this, it was a massive fail, it didnt even turn on. Had to give it back

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Oh my! Thats a big disappointment...sorry to hear that.

    • @admahecha
      @admahecha 4 роки тому

      Darren Walker in your experience what do you think was the issue¿, I hope they resend me a good unit tho.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      @@admahecha Might be a simple issue such as the battery pcb terminals not making contact with the battery assembly. Alternatively, it could be a faulty or damaged selector pad on the rotary selector switch failing to initialize the multimeter. Unfortunately shipping can be really tough on test instruments so thats usually the culprit. Let us know if the replacement puts a smile on your face 😊

  • @mustafadogan3821
    @mustafadogan3821 7 місяців тому

    Türkiye den selamlar unit ut139c ile bunda kararsızım, Türkiye'de 10 dolar fark var ,hangisini önerirsiniz özellik ve uzun yillar kullanım acisindan teşekkürler

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  7 місяців тому

      Hello my friend! UNI-T UT139C 👍

  • @Michel-Artois
    @Michel-Artois 2 роки тому

    Hi Darren, a lot of thanks for all theses reviews, very useful for a beginner like me.
    This Habotest seems really reliable and a very good choice.
    A simple question about all these 3 Volts multimeters : Is it possible to use the voltage of a lithium battery (between 3,3V and 4,2V when fully charged)?......surely better light on the screen and higher beep, very little discharge for a big Ah capacity, but any problem for the electronic card and the screen with this little higher voltage? Can it be a possible choice or is it better to keep both alkaline 1,5V batteries?
    Michel from France.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому

      Hi Michel..
      Many thanks...😉
      Yes, you can certainly use a Lithium cell instead of a regular alkaline battery. In terms of performance and possible long term effect I don't have any data to effectively point to. I say go for it !
      😀👍

    • @Michel-Artois
      @Michel-Artois 2 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Thanks for your quick answer Darren , "I 'll go for it" and first try with one half-charged cell (storage voltage, 3,8V) and then slowly up......I live not far from the english coast....and if that smells like a little burnsmoke across the Channel to your home, you will know it was a mistake!! Greetings!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому

      @@Michel-Artois Sounds like a plan.! Hopefully you'll be just fine..let me know how it goes 😉👍

    • @Michel-Artois
      @Michel-Artois 2 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting OK, but only if still alive!

  • @africanhistory
    @africanhistory 2 роки тому

    how many names does this device go by? Mine is called Total

  • @jakarinthanilphruek7245
    @jakarinthanilphruek7245 4 роки тому +1

    อยากได้เครื่องมือวัดHabotest. 118A ติดต่อได้ที่ไหนครับ

  • @joeminton5770
    @joeminton5770 4 роки тому +1

    Is this now branded as the Kaiweets ht 118a

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому

      Yes indeed..same exact meter except for 1 function. The Kaiweets will beep in Diode mode if the diode is good. Not sure why Habotest negated this handy feature.

    • @RoniWin
      @RoniWin 4 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting In newer versions of the Habotest HT118A, this feature is already present.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +2

      @@RoniWin Thanks for the update. Good to know , the audible diode beep is a simple but terrific feature!

  • @stephenshop4946
    @stephenshop4946 3 роки тому +1

    Hello sir, which would you prefer, Habotest HT118A or Aneng AN8008?

  • @hameedullah6633
    @hameedullah6633 3 роки тому

    Hello. Which one is the best brand and multimeter for everything. (Home, professional, electrical and electrician user)

  • @debbiejamison3883
    @debbiejamison3883 3 роки тому

    Could you show how to test a solar panel to see if it's working

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 роки тому

      I'll be doing just that next month...😀👍

  • @tenergy2igor
    @tenergy2igor Рік тому

    Best review!

  • @tenzackyogi1742
    @tenzackyogi1742 3 роки тому +1

    Right now, habotest changed their brand name to KAIWEETS.

  • @housinit
    @housinit 2 роки тому

    Hey Darren, hope all is well. I was just curious if this multimeter has a beep in diode mode? Any others you could recommend that have a diode beep? Thank you man!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Luis , my sample did not but since then the updated firmware does include the audible beep in DIODE mode. Also the other branded HT118A versions, KAIWEETS, RICHMETERS etc ..all have the beep.

    • @housinit
      @housinit 2 роки тому

      @@KeepOnTesting Thank you Darren!!!

  • @3mariusx
    @3mariusx 2 роки тому

    Does it have adaptor for 2 pin standard k-type temperature sensor or just proprietary k-type ? Very good review! 👌🏻😁 i am oscilanting between this and uni-t 139C. Habo looks nicer but i belive the 139 is better what do you think? 139 also has no adaptor for k-type 🤦🏻‍♂️ and i really need that

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому +1

      The Habotest has no KTYPE Adapter. Just a standard Jack input sensor temp probe. You can buy a separate KTYPE Adaptor on Ebay or Ali though. 👍My preference is definitely the HABOTEST 💥

    • @3mariusx
      @3mariusx 2 роки тому

      Darren Walker thank you for the response 😁

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  2 роки тому

      @@3mariusx send me an email: netplicity1@gmail.com
      I'll send a ktype adapter your way.

  • @dougtyndall9945
    @dougtyndall9945 4 роки тому +1

    Which mm did you review that has a beep when testing a good diode?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 роки тому +1

      UNI-T UT890D+ that I recently reviewed has the good diode beep function. Also the Kaiweets/Richmeters HT118A also have this feature. Finally, the UNI-T UT89XD includes an audible diode beep as well. A great feature to have on a multimeter!
      😃👍