Hioki 3030-10 HiTester Manual-Ranging, Average-Sensing Analog Multimeter, 600V, 3 Kilohms, 300 Milliamp

Not sure why anybody would buy an analog meter these days (peaking signals? nostalgia?) but this one is the best I got so far in terms of accuracy and speed (the needle moves reasonably fast). Like most analog meters on the market, it does not measure AC current. The DC current range is limited to max. 300mA. The 1.5V battery test (under 100 ohms resistive load) is a nice addition. Wish it could test 9V batteries under low resistive load, too. Nice overall built quality (made in Japan), with a sturdy carrying case. The leads are similar to those sold with the more modern Hioki digital meters – not terribly sharp tips, but gold plated, notched for sturdier contact with through the hole components under the removable tip cover and reasonably flexible. Highly recommended if looking for a small and accurate analog meter.

Was looking for a well built affordable analog multimeter. The unit is very well built, a bit lighter than I expected. The plastic case is a bit thin, but it does the job to protect the multimeter. The unit has a great size, big enough for good reading, but adequate for portability.

Super high quality test equipment MADE IN JAPAN not China, very accurate, perfect size. Thank you Hioki.

La calidad del equipo es muy buena, muy buenos materiales y gran calidad de mano de obra. Excelente para determinar fallos en instalaciones y solucionarlos.

I have several multimeters on my bench. Both analog and digital, but this Hioki analog multimeter is the one I use most often. The quality of construction and measurement accuracy are superb. I like it!

Hioki designed only the most basic functions in this analog meter, but it does those functions quite well.

I received it I am using it with no problems. It seems to be of good quality. Only time will prove otherwise.

I gave it four stars because the test leads dont allow for attachments. Like the fluke leads do. Would not mind paying a little extra if more versatile leads were included. Otherwise a great meter. Im currently taking an electronics course and needed it for studies. Also no mirror under needle for parallax.

Good product

Made in Japan and ship from Japan