Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter, For Advanced Troubleshooting, Measures 1000 V AC/DC, Peak Min/Max, Low Pass Filter, Includes TL75 Test Leads, AC175 Alligator Clips, 80BK Temp Probe

I have used the 87v with electronic devices for a few years, and it's fantastic. The other (newer) models with more features are too big, and the display is not as readable. The 87v is _AMAZING_ in these aspects. It is accurate, rated for a range of voltages, and with the backlight on, I can read the display from 12+ feet away. It lasts for years too, and is widely used by a lot of people.If you're planning on using this for digital electronics, like microcontrollers, it should satisfy most of your portable hand-held needs. It's definitely my go-to device. The accuracy is perfect for everything that I would not want an oscilloscope for. If I'm checking voltages, resistance, and capacitance (I honestly almost never check current), the tolerance of the 87v is perfect. I've wanted a great hand-held oscilloscope, but I haven't found one that I like, so the choices are between a hand-held tool that's not great at anything, or the 87v which is a fantastic multimeter and a second bench-top scope. I also prefer it over a cheaper multimeter because I know that the 87v will be accurate, so I'm not wasting my time on a bad tool.If you're coming from cheaper multimeters, one nice feature about it is that it automatically adjusts voltage for you. That means you can check out the voltage of a 1.2v 5mA reference, and then move the power clip to a 24v 5A power supply, and it won't blow a fuse like the cheaper ones. I have heard stories about some places giving students or techs low cost multimeters, and having them blow a fuse because they didn't use the right voltage settings. It still has fuses that blow for incorrect amperage (or too much though), which you definitely want too!It's also a safe tool to use. It has two fuses, one 400mA and one 10A, and they will blow if you put too much in. I've done some work on high current devices, and decided to test the multimeter before killing myself using it on a 32A circuit. Power was off (this cannot do 32A measure, it's only rated up to 10A), but I wanted to make sure that if for some reason the current was on, the meter would blow a fuse and not blow up. The meter blew a fuse as expected. Worked fine on replacement. I also got a cheap $20 multimeter to compare and that exploded.The construction is also sturdy and reliable. It's got a nice feel, it's not too heavy, and I can hold it in one hand, or flip the stand up. There's a nice rubber shell that provides a lot of safety if dropped, and it's raised above the screen so the screen won't impact a floor first. A lot of people have dropped these, and they are still completely fine. They last for many years... like a decade or more.The price-point on amazon is also fantastic. These multimeters regularly go for $400-$500, so seeing it from $350-$400 is a great deal. Even if it were not on sale, I'd still pay the top price for it. I've used a ton of multimeters, and this is always the one that I go to first.

Been in radio field service for over 30 years, have used countless VOMs/DMMs. Always seem to gravitate back to Fluke, though. Fluke's reputation for accuracy and ruggedness is legendary, and this meter is every bit as capable as the model 179 it replaced - with some noteworthy features added.The relative function, expanded display resolution, and temperature probe are all helpful in pinning down intermittents. In the field, quick diagnosis is job #1. I've tested all functions except low/high current. Tested well within published specs when compared to 2 other DMM's, a function generator, tray of precision resistors, and several different capacitors. Capacitance precision is not laboratory grade, but plenty accurate enough for field testing. Handy for finding leaky PS filters, funky varactors, and borderline chip caps. Continuity tester has a nice robust beep - great in noisy rooms.Display is generous, and easy to read at a glance. Backlight is better than most. Rubber buttons are uncluttered, and easy to find with gloves on. Selector switch has a solid, positive feel and is fairly well-protected from drops. High-density rubber boot is extremely tough, and offers great protection for the corners. It's heavier than some others, but that's a tradeoff I'll gladly accept for a meter built this well. This is industrial-grade equipment.No meter does everything - but this one comes close. It's now my go-to DMM, whether on the job or at home. For me, the price was worth it. But if your needs are more modest, Fluke has several excellent choices that cost less. By "cost less", I don't mean cheap, though. You get what you pay for.You can't go wrong with any of their meters, but if you're planning to expand your hobby or upgrade your bench, give this model a look. If you figure on spending 300 bucks or so for a high-quality meter, I'd say kick in another 70-80 bucks and go with the 87-V. The extra features and accuracy will come in handy down the road. A feature-rich general purpose meter that should outlast most of the equipment it's used on.

After using my Fluke 77 for 26 years (and it was used when I bought it for $20) I decided that it was time for a new meter rather than having the 77 calibrated again and there are a couple of applications where I could use one with higher resolution/better accuracy than the 77. I picked the 87 V as it had all the features I wanted (and then some). After using it for the last couple of months, I wish I had gotten it sooner. It is incredibly responsive and accurate as well as being really easy to use and, for me, the size is fine. It is probably hard for most people to justify the cost, but if it lasts like my 77, it will be a fantastic bargain. I have had about 7 DVMs of different brands over the last 35 years and the 87 V is hands down the best.Once I got it, I built a voltage reference, picked a hand full of resisters and used the 87 V as a reference the check the calibration on my other millimeters. Turns out the 77 was still well within the spec limits and it has been 9 years since it was last calibrated.A few other reviews noted that it is probably better for professional use, but in my case it is for hobby use and well worth the price. A lot depends on what you use it for and I will not have anything except a Fluke for my primary meter.Another reviewer was not too pleased with the Fluke Customer support, but I had a question on one of the features (the manual described the feature correctly, but the web site did not show that this was a feature of the 87 V) and called Fluke. I got through really quick; they were very responsive and provided the correct answer (I checked after getting the meter). While I was on the phone, I also asked about the GSM question and it took about 10 seconds to get the answer.All in all a great meter at a very good price, thanks Fluke and Amazon.