I have been using Hioki for over 36 years as an electronic hobbyist and believe it is far superior to Fluke. I don't understand why everyone chooses Fluke.
I've been using FLUKE for a very long time also, and using a fluke was engraved in my head which wasn't a bad thing. but over the years I've in some cases fluke is overrated. So, I began to search for the next best thing and I came across several test instruments that are highly competitive with a fluke for far less money. So, I agree with you and in this case the hioki wins. Thanks for sharing your expert opinion. I hope you subscribed to the channel there's more content coming.
I have both of these, plus lots of other multimeters. My clear favourite is the Hioki. Good features, but most of all feels good to work with. My only annoyance is that the auto power off time should be possible to sett to longer times, rather than just on and off.
My 87V is 16 years old. Calibration cert ever year and it has not changed, it has been in daily use in the marine industry for that time and it passed every year. The readings are well above spec. Incredible metre. I would not change it for the world. I only wish the 87V had lo impedance to kill ghost voltages. Hioki is a fine brand though. We use their battery testers all the time.
I’m glad your meter is working properly and serving you well. Like I said the fluke is a great high quality meter. But in this head to head comparison they both scored high. But the hioki also gives you more bangers for your money 💰.
We bought fluke 289 at work , the quality is not as my fluke that i bought for 20 years ago , plastic parts break , connection not good , battery drain very fast . It was good quality in past but not anymore. 😒😒😒😒
I am 60 years old and wanted my last multimeter, the 289 was my dream, i hesitated a lot and bought a metrix mtx3293, and i am very happy with it. This serie is better than the previous who was foldable and not durable.
I own this meter and maybe 8-9 other Fluke meters over 45+ years you can almost use Fluke meters to bang nails with they are extremely durable in the worst industrial slime corrosive environments and still work as they should. I won't buy anything else as this is my work environment. Looks like the Hioki would be fine for a bench multimeter.
I agree fluke is a great meter. But at the moment comparing the two I think the HIOKI is equal and in some cases more qualified than the fluke for less money.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I agree a nice meter but I would feel better after seeing how it fairs after a fall onto a concrete floor from atop a six foot step ladder or similar drop when -10 degrees F Tradesmen do this all the time very abusive environments. Probably just me.
Saludos desde Mexico amigo yo tube la fortuma de conseguirme el Fluke 88 V que es muy parecido a ese modelo ya tengo como 4 años con el y aun sigue funcionando muy bien 🤝🤝👏👏☝️☝️🇲🇽🇲🇽
Wow 🤩, I did forget. And I think it’s a great feature to have on any test instrument. Adding it now still doesn’t change my perspective of the comparison between the two. I still think 🤔 the hioki is a better choice.
The comparison isn't fair. Hioki 4282 is high-end, Fluke 87V is not, the highest model, it is Fluke 289 (287) or 189. Hioki is loser for me- no bluetooth module ( FLUKE have IR3000, Keysight have U1177A, UNIT...), no bargraph, there is no possibility of adjustment, only 3 years warranty, there are no instructions in Czech. This brand is as exotic as Yokogawa and Kyoritsu. Total exot. There are no spare parts. And for Hioki: Diode test is very bad, bo beep for good diode, LPF can only be used on 600V & 1000V range, I am missing duty cycle and average (In some cases the filter function can substitute) and I do not know how useful 400 memory locations are.The user interface is slightly different to most other multimeters with min/max always active and a CLEAR to reset both min/max and peak without disabling them.
I hear ya FLUKE is a very high quality brand. But in this matchup HIOKI wins. That’s just my personal opinion. I think 🤔 you have an open mind and give this HIOKI a try.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I use Hioki at work. It gets stuck when switching the current range. Probably some dirt in the mechanical locking of the terminals. Very sensitive and impractical. Fluke uses a photosensor.
I've used many Fluke 87's before, but they were company bought. This was in an electronics factory, no personal test equipment allowed for calibration and tracing reasons. Never saw this Hioki. Between the two, if I was buying one for myself I'd choose the Hioki for sure. Those shutters are one of the smartest features I've ever seen in a meter, we all can get tired or forgetful when there's a lot on the mind and things like that can help keep from blowing the fuses at a bad time. The numbers and text pop out on the Hioki more to me too, I always found Flukes somewhat hard to read towards the end of a shift.
There is really two winners here, any one of those are fantastic multimeters the the 87V is more like the Hioki DT4261 feature wise. In that case i would give it to the DT4261. Still love my 87V
The dt4282 measured 130.0 megohms . I don’t know why it came up short ? It maybe because of something I did I’m still learning about the meter. Because after I stopped recording I measured it again and the dt4282 measured the 250,000 ohm resistor.
I sure love seeing you introduce people to brands they may not be familiar with. I love my Fluke stuff I just wish they had a little more competition for certain products. I feel like if they had more competition they would be more inclined to innovate and come out with new stuff. They should do a refresh of the 299 make it rechargeable color display fluke connect integrated etc but they have had no reason to. I bought an AEMC 3293 I’ve been test driving and so far I really like it. I had a BK precision 394 that got stolen out of my truck but I really liked it as well. I’m setting up a test bench in my office, do you have a recommendation for a bench multimeter and scope that are decent but I won’t have to sell a kidney for. Keep up the good work you’ll be at 10000 subscribers before you know it.
Thanks for your support. It’ll be another decade before fluke revises the 289 , if any. I was looking for the AEMC METRIX MTX 3293B this morning to purchase. I have the AEMC 3290 that I did a review of about a year ago. I wasn’t particularly pleased with it, check it out when possible.As far as a bench top multimeter maybe RIGOL or SIGLENT. I don’t have a bench top multimeter, I have too many other handheld multimeter options to choose from. But I have everything else to make my electronics bench operational. Thanks for sharing your thoughts,stay tuned I have some great stuff coming up the pipeline. By the way also take a look at my channel on RUclips SHORTS platform. You’ll get a kick out of it 👍🏾
I remember a friend who has a high end fluke with all the graph capabilities on it..but the problem is that he doenst even know how to use a multimeter 😂😂
DIODE TEST: * Open terminal voltage: 4.5v or less * Testing current: 1.2mA or less *Threshold of forward voltage: 0.15v to 3v, Seven Stages RESISTANCE RANGE: *60,000 ohms to 600.0 M-ohms * 8 Ranges ( Conductance: 600.00 ns * Basic accuracy + - 0.03% rdg + - 2 dgt Thanks for watching, I hope this information answered your question?
my opinion hioki is good for bench inside nice ac clean site .like electronic shop but in real work like .electric house or industrial electric or mecanic or car electric.humm. . fluke is better forget the precision fluke is high end .no beauty color or some thinks but is better stronger instrument made for work heavy
I know sr i have hioki 4282 .but i love my old fluke is work strong for years .in my shop we made lot electric test .any days .i buy many new tester or multimeter ..but in end fluke is prove work hard ..
Fluke has never been the best in Depth of features. Where they are is in providing good long term stable and consistent readings from meter to meter and consistent function from their devices. They are called out in manuals because they manufacture the same device for years on end without changing them. For meters my money is on the Amprobe ACDC 54-NAV for the electrical trade. I have used them for more than 15 years now. I don't know how Hioki is, where they are actually made and what their long term stability and reliability is. I do know this with both Fluke and Amprobe.
Well the AMPROBE 54NAV is originally manufactured by a company called APPA. They made the same exact clamp meter for a company called ISOTECH, SEAWARD, and several others. I own a AMPROBE 54NAV and I agree it’s a great high quality instrument. Did you know that fluke purchased AMPROBE about 10yrs ago. Fluke purchased a few well known brands to squash the competition. Just like KLEIN TOOLS purchased UEI Instruments. Anyway I agree with your comment. Thanks for sharing.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I was aware that Fluke bought them and it sucked that it happened. They also bought Keithley, another legendary test instrument maker. The quality fell off after for the Amprobe instruments. The ACDC 54NAV is so feature rich and functional for the price it simply can't be beat. I also own half a dozen Fluke meters as well as a 5.5 and 6.5 digit bench meter. I also own a 7.5 digit Agilent bench meter to calibrate to. It simply doesn't drift. Frankly one of the best things about most Fluke meters is that they seldom drift much. Another reason I like Fluke.
Not heard this Hioki brand before but Fluke sadly i am.. over priced decades old things which needs stay in past. Bye bye Fluke and Welcome Hioki for me!
I'm sorry but this video was painfull to watch in so many ways. Your testing components using the value stamped on them, that is wrong in so many ways. You ignored anything to the right of the decimal point. The count was ignored and the spec for accuracy needed to be compared for each catagory. I'm sure your a good electritian but leave these types of comparisons to others.
I have been using Hioki for over 36 years as an electronic hobbyist and believe it is far superior to Fluke. I don't understand why everyone chooses Fluke.
I've been using FLUKE for a very long time also, and using a fluke was engraved in my head which wasn't a bad thing. but over the years I've in some cases fluke is overrated. So, I began to search for the next best thing and I came across several test instruments that are highly competitive with a fluke for far less money. So, I agree with you and in this case the hioki wins. Thanks for sharing your expert opinion. I hope you subscribed to the channel there's more content coming.
I have both of these, plus lots of other multimeters. My clear favourite is the Hioki. Good features, but most of all feels good to work with. My only annoyance is that the auto power off time should be possible to sett to longer times, rather than just on and off.
It sounds like the PROS out weighs the CONS to me. Great choice👍🏾
It sounds like the PROS out weighs the CONS to me. Great choice👍🏾
My 87V is 16 years old. Calibration cert ever year and it has not changed, it has been in daily use in the marine industry for that time and it passed every year. The readings are well above spec. Incredible metre. I would not change it for the world. I only wish the 87V had lo impedance to kill ghost voltages.
Hioki is a fine brand though. We use their battery testers all the time.
I’m glad your meter is working properly and serving you well. Like I said the fluke is a great high quality meter. But in this head to head comparison they both scored high. But the hioki also gives you more bangers for your money 💰.
how do you feel about 8V output on a low ohms range and diode testing? do you think is it safe to test 3.3v boards with 8V?
We bought fluke 289 at work , the quality is not as my fluke that i bought for 20 years ago , plastic parts break , connection not good , battery drain very fast .
It was good quality in past but not anymore. 😒😒😒😒
Maybe fluke is getting to complacent at the number one position for so long 🤔
I am 60 years old and wanted my last multimeter, the 289 was my dream, i hesitated a lot and bought a metrix mtx3293, and i am very happy with it. This serie is better than the previous who was foldable and not durable.
I own this meter and maybe 8-9 other Fluke meters over 45+ years you can almost use Fluke meters to bang nails with they are extremely durable in the worst industrial slime corrosive environments and still work as they should.
I won't buy anything else as this is my work environment. Looks like the Hioki would be fine for a bench multimeter.
I agree fluke is a great meter. But at the moment comparing the two I think the HIOKI is equal and in some cases more qualified than the fluke for less money.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I agree a nice meter but I would feel better after seeing how it fairs after a fall onto a concrete floor from atop a six foot step ladder or similar drop when -10 degrees F
Tradesmen do this all the time very abusive environments. Probably just me.
Saludos desde Mexico amigo yo tube la fortuma de conseguirme el Fluke 88 V que es muy parecido a ese modelo ya tengo como 4 años con el y aun sigue funcionando muy bien 🤝🤝👏👏☝️☝️🇲🇽🇲🇽
Looks like you overlooked the Fluke's bar graph display, which is a great feature to me.
Wow 🤩, I did forget. And I think it’s a great feature to have on any test instrument. Adding it now still doesn’t change my perspective of the comparison between the two. I still think 🤔 the hioki is a better choice.
The comparison isn't fair. Hioki 4282 is high-end, Fluke 87V is not, the highest model, it is Fluke 289 (287) or 189. Hioki is loser for me- no bluetooth module ( FLUKE have IR3000, Keysight have U1177A, UNIT...), no bargraph, there is no possibility of adjustment, only 3 years warranty, there are no instructions in Czech. This brand is as exotic as Yokogawa and Kyoritsu. Total exot. There are no spare parts. And for Hioki: Diode test is very bad, bo beep for good diode, LPF can only be used on 600V & 1000V range, I am missing duty cycle and average (In some cases the filter function can substitute) and I do not know how useful 400 memory locations are.The user interface is slightly different to most other multimeters with min/max always active and a CLEAR to reset both min/max and peak without disabling them.
I hear ya FLUKE is a very high quality brand. But in this matchup HIOKI wins. That’s just my personal opinion. I think 🤔 you have an open mind and give this HIOKI a try.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I use Hioki at work. It gets stuck when switching the current range. Probably some dirt in the mechanical locking of the terminals. Very sensitive and impractical. Fluke uses a photosensor.
i love hioki❤❤❤
@@ianrosal1235I’m very excited about my HIOKI DT4282👍🏾
@@robertkovar8710That maybe the issue.
I've used many Fluke 87's before, but they were company bought. This was in an electronics factory, no personal test equipment allowed for calibration and tracing reasons. Never saw this Hioki. Between the two, if I was buying one for myself I'd choose the Hioki for sure. Those shutters are one of the smartest features I've ever seen in a meter, we all can get tired or forgetful when there's a lot on the mind and things like that can help keep from blowing the fuses at a bad time. The numbers and text pop out on the Hioki more to me too, I always found Flukes somewhat hard to read towards the end of a shift.
Thanks for sharing your comments with us.
There is really two winners here, any one of those are fantastic multimeters the the 87V is more like the Hioki DT4261 feature wise. In that case i would give it to the DT4261. Still love my 87V
Well said 👍🏾
I love when people try to compare their overseas made bullshit to some USA made, known circuit diagrams, proven support, military spec's Flukes.
Don’t get too uptight about it I’m just saying my opinion. I’m not nominating either multimeter for the office of presidency. Thanks for watching 🇺🇸
Fluke 87V Made in China 😂
@jfmposada yep, a couple low end flukes are made in China. The rest are still made in USA. 233
@@jfmposada You’re probably right.
@@TlD-dg6ug you’re absolutely correct 👍🏾
May I ask, why for a given 250,000 Ohm Resistance was read as 130 million Ohm (~130,000,000 ohm) on the HIOki 4282 ?
The dt4282 measured 130.0 megohms . I don’t know why it came up short ? It maybe because of something I did I’m still learning about the meter. Because after I stopped recording I measured it again and the dt4282 measured the 250,000 ohm resistor.
They are both great multimeters. Great review.
Thank you, stay tuned there’s more coming 👍🏾
I wonder how those 2 would also compare with a Keysight U1282A DMM.
KEYSIGHT is a quality instrument. But my opinion is I don't think it compares to the FLUKE or HIOKI. That;s just my opinion.
I sure love seeing you introduce people to brands they may not be familiar with. I love my Fluke stuff I just wish they had a little more competition for certain products. I feel like if they had more competition they would be more inclined to innovate and come out with new stuff. They should do a refresh of the 299 make it rechargeable color display fluke connect integrated etc but they have had no reason to. I bought an AEMC 3293 I’ve been test driving and so far I really like it. I had a BK precision 394 that got stolen out of my truck but I really liked it as well.
I’m setting up a test bench in my office, do you have a recommendation for a bench multimeter and scope that are decent but I won’t have to sell a kidney for. Keep up the good work you’ll be at 10000 subscribers before you know it.
Thanks for your support. It’ll be another decade before fluke revises the 289 , if any. I was looking for the AEMC METRIX MTX 3293B this morning to purchase. I have the AEMC 3290 that I did a review of about a year ago. I wasn’t particularly pleased with it, check it out when possible.As far as a bench top multimeter maybe RIGOL or SIGLENT. I don’t have a bench top multimeter, I have too many other handheld multimeter options to choose from. But I have everything else to make my electronics bench operational. Thanks for sharing your thoughts,stay tuned I have some great stuff coming up the pipeline. By the way also take a look at my channel on RUclips SHORTS platform. You’ll get a kick out of it 👍🏾
I remember a friend who has a high end fluke with all the graph capabilities on it..but the problem is that he doenst even know how to use a multimeter 😂😂
I see that all the time.😮
can you tell the testing output voltage for a "diode testing" and "low ohms" modes? in Hioki
DIODE TEST:
* Open terminal voltage: 4.5v or less
* Testing current: 1.2mA or less
*Threshold of forward voltage: 0.15v to 3v, Seven Stages
RESISTANCE RANGE:
*60,000 ohms to 600.0 M-ohms
* 8 Ranges ( Conductance: 600.00 ns
* Basic accuracy + - 0.03% rdg + - 2 dgt
Thanks for watching, I hope this information answered your question?
30v on my metrix, can test many diodes in serial.
You can choose, normal, or higher voltage in a menu.
@ That’s very nice AEMC Metrix depending on the series you have is a nice multimeter.
I like your videos but they are more professional. Good luck to you
Thank you, stay tuned there’s more coming 👍🏾
Fluke is? Naw... just the snap-on of multimeters
@@xephael3485 I hear ya...
It's about damn time a multimeter come along that can compare with or beat the fluke😍😍😍😍
I'm happy that you're happy😊😊
Nice comparison TETC 👍👍, lots of good multimeters available these days.
Sure is, thanks TP
my opinion hioki is good for bench inside nice ac clean site .like electronic shop but in real work like .electric house or industrial electric or mecanic or car electric.humm. . fluke is better forget the precision fluke is high end .no beauty color or some thinks but is better stronger instrument made for work heavy
I own several fluke instruments and they all are battle tested and proven for war.
I know sr i have hioki 4282 .but i love my old fluke is work strong for years .in my shop we made lot electric test .any days .i buy many new tester or multimeter ..but in end fluke is prove work hard ..
Good review. Hioki for the win !!
You know it!
Amigo puede probar tambien la velocidad o rapidez del sonido o pitido de continuidad
Okay, stay tuned I'll do it on the next review. But I can tell you that they both are very fast.
Fluke has never been the best in Depth of features. Where they are is in providing good long term stable and consistent readings from meter to meter and consistent function from their devices. They are called out in manuals because they manufacture the same device for years on end without changing them. For meters my money is on the Amprobe ACDC 54-NAV for the electrical trade. I have used them for more than 15 years now. I don't know how Hioki is, where they are actually made and what their long term stability and reliability is. I do know this with both Fluke and Amprobe.
Well the AMPROBE 54NAV is originally manufactured by a company called APPA. They made the same exact clamp meter for a company called ISOTECH, SEAWARD, and several others. I own a AMPROBE 54NAV and I agree it’s a great high quality instrument. Did you know that fluke purchased AMPROBE about 10yrs ago. Fluke purchased a few well known brands to squash the competition. Just like KLEIN TOOLS purchased UEI Instruments. Anyway I agree with your comment. Thanks for sharing.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I was aware that Fluke bought them and it sucked that it happened. They also bought Keithley, another legendary test instrument maker. The quality fell off after for the Amprobe instruments. The ACDC 54NAV is so feature rich and functional for the price it simply can't be beat. I also own half a dozen Fluke meters as well as a 5.5 and 6.5 digit bench meter. I also own a 7.5 digit Agilent bench meter to calibrate to. It simply doesn't drift. Frankly one of the best things about most Fluke meters is that they seldom drift much. Another reason I like Fluke.
Hioki é muito superior
I agree at least in this situation 👍🏾
Not heard this Hioki brand before but Fluke sadly i am.. over priced decades old things which needs stay in past. Bye bye Fluke and Welcome Hioki for me!
I said almost those exact same words to a friend yesterday. Welcome aboard 👍🏾
A good test.
Thanks 🙏 I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I prefer quasi RMS meters
Okay
I'm sorry but this video was painfull to watch in so many ways. Your testing components using the value stamped on them, that is wrong in so many ways. You ignored anything to the right of the decimal point. The count was ignored and the spec for accuracy needed to be compared for each catagory. I'm sure your a good electritian but leave these types of comparisons to others.
Okay thanks for watching 👍
Tengo el 87V que lo compré el año 2004 y sigue funcionando de manera impecable. No lo cambiaría por ningún otro multimetro o modelo
No need to if it’s serving all your needs 👍🏾
Damn he got hooked on the mini toolbox's 🧰 😂
He sure did😊😊
I needed somewhere to store all my stuff.