Rechargeable Pinless Moisture Meter Damp Meter for Walls with LCD Colour Display Non-Invasive Moisture Detector Digital Damp Tester for Caravan,Wood,Masonry,Firewood

I bought this to test bought and forged logs for my wood stove and in this function it has performed perfectly.Returning to wood I set aside owing to its being too damp, I've seen the moisture reading steadily decrease as the wood dries out, so the device certainly gives a consistent and reliable reading. However, that is only with hardwood logs and softwood kindling - I've not checked the moisture meter's performance on walls.The display is bright enough and easy to read. In addition, an audible signal indicates whether your material is within "dry, medium or damp" ranges, so it can be used even when you can't read the display. I'm not sure how well a PP3 battery will power the meter; I'd have preferred something like a 18650 battery for extended use and being able to be recharged.However, this moisture meter is super value, has a solid case and - being pinless - is fast and simple to use. Good value, and you even get a little drawstring bag to keep it safe.

Easy to use, great product, would recommend

really like this little gadget! its effective, seems accurate (not entirely sure how youd ever test this in reality unless you had two side by side) and its easy to use!i use it for testing bow staves as they season and its only let down so far is that occasionally it will fail to read; so i test my skin, get a reading and then it kicks back into life and will read the wood properly. hardly a game breaker but its an issue that is there.overall pretty decent device.

Liked this item, easy to use and store. Test all my logs for the wood burner. Purchased another as a Christmas present

Well packaged with clear instruction and including batteries. Felt solid and did the job straight away with my hardwood logs. Really pleased and not too expensive.

Bought this to check for damp areas in a caravan. Not been in the caravan yet but have used it around the house and also checked logs for the fire. Seems to be quite accurate and is easy to use, particularly with the different material settings. Also like the rechargeable feature rather than putting batteries in all the time. Comes in a hand pouch so thet it do get knocked about, also has the USB lead

I wasn't sure what to expect after reading some negative reviews but the meter I received, the MT-28 upgraded version, has initially proven itself useful and seems to be accurately measuring moisture. I was initially concerned I'd been sent the wrong meter as the box indicated a different display. Closer inspection of the rear of the box, the Amazon listing, and the meter display itself all matched though. Presumably the supplier/manufacturer is using up the non-upgraded meter box stock. Inside the sturdy box the meter is supplied in a soft plastic bag which is within a drawstring cloth pouch.The meter itself has a bit of a cheap feel to it. The black plastic is shiny and feels like it would easily crack if dropped, although the green plastic areas are grippy. The screen itself is nice and clear but it loses contrast if viewed angled. Outdoors the screen is obliterated even in British overcast conditions, so be warned if you're thinking of using this outside anywhere as you'll struggle to read the screen. It also shows the backlighting around the edges when viewed from an angle (see photo). On the back of the meter there are 4 soft pads to help prevent damage to walls. The supplied battery was healthy and is a snug fit in the compartment, the lid of which fits flat. The user guide supplied is informative and details how to calibrate the meter, but it does say this should only be done if it starts giving positive readings where none should exist. For £30 this is at the high end of what I think this meter is worth, and £20-£25 is probably a more realistic price.I tested the meter on a number of surfaces and was happy enough with the results given, they were in-line with expectations. For me I needed the ability to see increasing and decreasing readings as I traced leaks, rather than spot on accurate moisture content. The meter has a 4% accuracy tolerance. Following a long undiscovered leak I have a wall which provided a perfect test subject. The meter started off with expected moisture readings high up and progressively increased the lower I took the meter down to the ground where the leak had been happening. Likewise, going sideways the meter reading increased as I went from a dry area across to the point of the leak.Time will tell how reliable the meter will be. Properly looked after it should last a while. Interestingly the manufacturers offer a 3 year warranty but no obvious means of registering it with them. Presumably it's a case of directly contacting them and I'm doubtful it's a worthwhile warranty tbh.

So impressed with the packaging. Neatly boxed; in a high quality drawstring bag; and packaged inside of all that in a good quality (disposable) dustproof bag. Spare parts and batteries included. Oh, and it also works very well!