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HABOTEST HT118A CHEAP-O Multimeter Review & Teardown!

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  • Опубликовано: 15 авг 2024
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Комментарии • 454

  • @Brian-uq6jm
    @Brian-uq6jm 5 лет назад +14

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад +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 лет назад

      Eight is never enough! 😁👍

    • @RickSanchez-fx3lt
      @RickSanchez-fx3lt 2 года назад

      You can't have just one.

    • @SDsailor7
      @SDsailor7 Год назад

      @@KeepOnTesting Are the leads silicone?
      Thank you

  • @karthikd03
    @karthikd03 4 года назад +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 года назад +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 года назад +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 года назад +1

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

  • @razer192
    @razer192 3 года назад +8

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

  • @derektodd4126
    @derektodd4126 5 лет назад +6

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

  • @Pyridox
    @Pyridox 5 лет назад +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 лет назад +1

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

  • @TopDog8762
    @TopDog8762 5 лет назад +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 лет назад

      Many thanks!! Hopefully it will get even better!

  • @jackpinecreed6587
    @jackpinecreed6587 5 лет назад +16

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад +6

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

    • @billkabb
      @billkabb 5 лет назад +4

      same here ...

    • @puredesi6278
      @puredesi6278 3 года назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

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

  • @andreasmeyer9011
    @andreasmeyer9011 5 лет назад +2

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад +1

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

  • @ibringthelastwords1358
    @ibringthelastwords1358 2 года назад +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. 😊😊

  • @Rudro2024
    @Rudro2024 3 года назад +2

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

  • @angusmccoatup7765
    @angusmccoatup7765 3 года назад +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.

  • @monchoboy41
    @monchoboy41 4 года назад +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 года назад

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

    • @pagepro211
      @pagepro211 3 года назад

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

    • @kumarsajal8400
      @kumarsajal8400 2 года назад +1

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

  • @erwinjoshuat1327
    @erwinjoshuat1327 4 года назад +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 года назад +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!

  • @kcuhc84
    @kcuhc84 3 года назад +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 года назад +1

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

    • @kcuhc84
      @kcuhc84 3 года назад +2

      @@KeepOnTesting It defaults to Volts DC as well.

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

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

    • @VolkerKtnbch
      @VolkerKtnbch 3 года назад

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

  • @nst2142
    @nst2142 3 года назад +2

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

  • @rinqucosta2422
    @rinqucosta2422 3 года назад +3

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

  • @alisoleimani6900
    @alisoleimani6900 2 года назад

    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 года назад

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

  • @PaulLemars01
    @PaulLemars01 5 лет назад +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 лет назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

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

  • @paulcondie2520
    @paulcondie2520 3 года назад

    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 года назад

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

    • @paulcondie2520
      @paulcondie2520 3 года назад

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

  • @derektodd4126
    @derektodd4126 5 лет назад +4

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

  • @unlokia
    @unlokia 3 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

      Thank heavans for technology 😀👍

  • @qolbunsalim5188
    @qolbunsalim5188 4 года назад +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 года назад

      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 года назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

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

  • @PFBzzz
    @PFBzzz Год назад

    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  Год назад

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

  • @scot1ton
    @scot1ton 3 года назад +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!!

  • @fredo19
    @fredo19 Год назад

    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  Год назад

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

  • @Sv3TL10
    @Sv3TL10 Год назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Год назад

      Ohhh YUMMY! Thx for sharing 👍

    • @Sv3TL10
      @Sv3TL10 Год назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Год назад

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

    • @Sv3TL10
      @Sv3TL10 Год назад

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

  • @KeepOnTesting
    @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад +5

    No worries Derek...Have a great night!

    • @kresimirpranjic4898
      @kresimirpranjic4898 5 лет назад

      which is better HT118A or UT191T?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад

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

    • @kresimirpranjic4898
      @kresimirpranjic4898 5 лет назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад

      @@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 лет назад

      @@KeepOnTesting What is temp. acuracy of HT118T

  • @AnanusBananus
    @AnanusBananus 4 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @spikekent
    @spikekent 5 лет назад +3

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад +1

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

  • @ricardohenriquedesouza1641
    @ricardohenriquedesouza1641 2 года назад +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 года назад +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.

  • @timecomments
    @timecomments Год назад

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

  • @creativ01
    @creativ01 3 года назад +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 года назад +1

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

    • @xq59
      @xq59 2 года назад

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

    • @africanhistory
      @africanhistory 2 года назад

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

  • @copisetic1104
    @copisetic1104 4 года назад +2

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

  • @tamasvaczi6871
    @tamasvaczi6871 4 года назад +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 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @cipherparadigm
    @cipherparadigm 5 лет назад +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 лет назад +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 ..

  • @troymelandri1731
    @troymelandri1731 Год назад

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

  • @FranklinPhan
    @FranklinPhan 4 года назад +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 года назад +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.

  • @rizzulazzi
    @rizzulazzi 4 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @ericpatenaude
    @ericpatenaude 4 года назад +2

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

  • @WilliamVG
    @WilliamVG 3 года назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

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

  • @CyberSyntek
    @CyberSyntek 2 года назад

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

  • @RatBikerNotts
    @RatBikerNotts Год назад

    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 Год назад +2

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

  • @runrideeatrepeatlivestrong3346
    @runrideeatrepeatlivestrong3346 2 года назад +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$. Aneng 18$

  • @iannicdao3735
    @iannicdao3735 3 месяца назад

    How to use the max min function

  • @sagarpatel3192
    @sagarpatel3192 4 года назад +1

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

  • @bradojacko8247
    @bradojacko8247 4 года назад +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 года назад +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 .

  • @girrajsingh5827
    @girrajsingh5827 2 года назад +1

    Please keep up the good work.

  • @autism4535
    @autism4535 Месяц назад

    What is the reference of the r10 resistor?

  • @gm2655
    @gm2655 4 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

      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.

  • @timothysorkar9852
    @timothysorkar9852 3 года назад +1

    Very robust & good looking multimeter👍👊👌

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

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

  • @osmanfb1
    @osmanfb1 5 лет назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад

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

  • @stovepipe9er
    @stovepipe9er 3 года назад

    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...

  • @raymondblaze5715
    @raymondblaze5715 3 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @lucbeauvais1847
    @lucbeauvais1847 3 года назад +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 года назад

      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 года назад

      @@KeepOnTesting thanks very much for the quick reply!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

      @@lucbeauvais1847 Anytime my friend 😀👍

  • @SDsailor7
    @SDsailor7 Год назад

    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 Год назад

      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

  • @heksogen4788
    @heksogen4788 4 года назад +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.

  • @jimnunn9232
    @jimnunn9232 2 года назад +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 года назад

      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 года назад

      @@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 года назад +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.

  • @jakarinthanilphruek7245
    @jakarinthanilphruek7245 4 года назад +1

    อยากได้เครื่องมือวัดHabotest. 118A ติดต่อได้ที่ไหนครับ

  • @PatisserieRoyale
    @PatisserieRoyale 3 года назад

    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!!!

  • @jollybae3562
    @jollybae3562 3 года назад

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

  • @JL-bo4bh
    @JL-bo4bh 3 года назад

    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?

  • @elecdroid3666
    @elecdroid3666 4 года назад +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 года назад

      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.

  • @BTS-mb1lh
    @BTS-mb1lh 4 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @PaulLemars01
    @PaulLemars01 5 лет назад +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 лет назад

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

    • @PaulLemars01
      @PaulLemars01 5 лет назад

      @@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.

  • @rexpulido6930
    @rexpulido6930 5 лет назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  5 лет назад

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

  • @mkaras98
    @mkaras98 3 года назад +1

    Great reviews!

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад +1

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

  • @razer192
    @razer192 3 года назад +1

    Great review straight to the point

  • @razer192
    @razer192 3 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад +2

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

    • @razer192
      @razer192 3 года назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад +1

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

    • @razer192
      @razer192 3 года назад

      @@KeepOnTesting Thank you Sir for your excellent videos!

  • @zezeA380
    @zezeA380 4 года назад +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 года назад

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

  • @joepangit6938
    @joepangit6938 3 года назад

    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 года назад

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

    • @integmy
      @integmy 3 года назад +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

  • @cheebc9981
    @cheebc9981 4 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

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

  • @joeminton5770
    @joeminton5770 4 года назад +1

    Is this now branded as the Kaiweets ht 118a

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

      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 года назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад +2

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

  • @stephenshop4946
    @stephenshop4946 3 года назад +1

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

  • @chandanpiku
    @chandanpiku Год назад

    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  Год назад

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

  • @user-cm1od3dz3m
    @user-cm1od3dz3m 5 месяцев назад

    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 месяцев назад +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 месяцев назад

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

  • @E-GaN
    @E-GaN 3 месяца назад

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

  • @thimirakeerthisena5255
    @thimirakeerthisena5255 2 года назад +1

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

  • @trouserfish9178
    @trouserfish9178 3 года назад +2

    Don‘t blow the fuses. It‘s nearly impossible to buy them.

    • @jocl8488
      @jocl8488 3 года назад

      Where do you come from? It's an ordinary 600mA and 10A fuse.

    • @trouserfish9178
      @trouserfish9178 3 года назад

      @@jocl8488 From Germany, maybe that's the problem.

    • @jocl8488
      @jocl8488 3 года назад

      @@trouserfish9178 I am from Germany, too. Go to ebay and type in "600mA Glassicherung" oder "Feinsicherung". :)

  • @E-GaN
    @E-GaN Год назад

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

  • @MrAtom631
    @MrAtom631 3 года назад

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

  • @E-GaN2
    @E-GaN2 Год назад

    Where can I get the firmware file of this multimeter?

  • @claude77573
    @claude77573 4 года назад

    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 года назад

      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

  • @just_arandom_guy8209
    @just_arandom_guy8209 5 лет назад +1

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

  • @RedPixels_
    @RedPixels_ 4 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

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

    • @RedPixels_
      @RedPixels_ 4 года назад

      @@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 года назад

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

    • @RedPixels_
      @RedPixels_ 4 года назад

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

  • @tenzackyogi1742
    @tenzackyogi1742 3 года назад +1

    Right now, habotest changed their brand name to KAIWEETS.

  • @sureshlingabathina
    @sureshlingabathina 4 года назад +1

    Excellent, subscribed.

  • @zouheiribnabdeljalil7634
    @zouheiribnabdeljalil7634 4 года назад +3

    hhhhhhhhhhhhh man you so cool xD lion sound xD hhh is that multimeter or lion xD maaaade my night, great videos, perfect test ♥

  • @mustafadogan3821
    @mustafadogan3821 7 месяцев назад

    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 месяцев назад

      Hello my friend! UNI-T UT139C 👍

  • @josegabrielandrade4927
    @josegabrielandrade4927 Год назад

    Lo recomendarías para electricista?

  • @admahecha
    @admahecha 4 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

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

    • @admahecha
      @admahecha 4 года назад

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

      @@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 😊

  • @AWriterWandering
    @AWriterWandering 4 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад

      Excellent!! Glad the review helped 👍

  • @dougtyndall9945
    @dougtyndall9945 4 года назад +1

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

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  4 года назад +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!
      😃👍

  • @hameedullah6633
    @hameedullah6633 3 года назад

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

  • @rydgomez2
    @rydgomez2 3 года назад +1

    Just got one today thru amazon but it says Kaiweets at the top ?

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  3 года назад

      Its the identical multimeter..just a different name. Same internals.😁👍

  • @SDsailor7
    @SDsailor7 Год назад

    Is it better to have higher counts? 6000 is kinda low..

    • @KeepOnTesting
      @KeepOnTesting  Год назад

      The higher count the better the accuracy when measuring low voltage ⚡️

  • @tenergy2igor
    @tenergy2igor Год назад

    Best review!

  • @diycreativeaustralia6071
    @diycreativeaustralia6071 2 года назад

    Hey bro? Can you read value resistor r1 r2 r3 r4 r5 r6 in ht118a? Thank. Because i don't know read resistor.

  • @engr.salaheldin
    @engr.salaheldin 2 года назад

    What about shorted diode test in this multimeter ht 118a
    give short beep in case of good diode and shorted diode
    because if you touch two probs in diode mode give short beep is this normal

  • @abhaynatoo
    @abhaynatoo 3 года назад

    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 года назад +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 !!