Absolutely one of favorite channels! Who knew that I could love multimeters so much. The only problem is... before I found the channel, I had one old Micronta meter and was perfectly content. Now I have over 10 meters; including four HT118 meters. I have even given away three more HT118 meters as gifts. I think I might have a problem. Is there such a thing as multimeter buyers anonymous?
I've been waiting for this review. A great review it is. I like certain aspects of this meter. Yes, I would like to win this multimeter. As far as my favorite meter goes, that's a very hard choice. I bought some of the ones you have recommended, and I like them. Looking forward to the Sanwa reviews. Thank you for another review--almost 7000 subscribers :)
Absolutely need this meter, I'm unemployed and can't afford one, I would even pay for shipping, I'm starting a build on a vacuum guitar tube amp. I love your multimeter reviews, just confusing with whats available. I really need a meter that can do micro and nanoamps. great work, keep it up
@@KeepOnTesting There is one thing I miss: tests of Clamp meters! The cheap ones has hugely improved the last years, have a built in multimeter and even can measure DC current(!). I suggest start with ANENG ST192! ;)
Hi Darren, nice and helpful video as always. I’ve a question for you, I’ve bought the Habotest HT116 and by a stupid mistake the mA fuse has blown. It’s written on the back of the multimeter F600mA/250 but I couldn’t find it anywhere. Can I use 500mA instead and if there is a slightly different in the dimensions would it be a problem (the original fuse is 6.3*32 mm and the other one is 6*30 mm) Appreciate your help.
Hi Mohammed...Size isn't problem in this case.. .2mm difference won't even be noticeable. Yes, the 500mA fuse will work but I wouldn't go any lower in terns of a fuse rating always best to stick to the recommended fuse size but 500mA should suffice.
@@KeepOnTesting can you please give some further information, is the UT61E as accurate as the 15B+ on millivolt and milli amp, and fast continuity? I’m mostly making audio stuffs so I don’t really care about features such as led tester or temperature, ect.
Another great review. I have an older Velleman DVM850 that has served me well. But its slow and quiet continuity test is disappointing, especially as I have become hard of hearing. I am so glad that I have found your reviews so I can find a good multimeter with a visual (light) continuity indicator and better sound. Keep up the good work.
Its me again Darren man i forgot to mention my favourite meter's which is are the Habotest HT118A UNI-T UT61E+ Aneng 618C i would really like to own 1 of these meters as the one have is now broken and i dont have a meter anymore. Thanks and keep it fun and keep it real your vids are my favourite.
Hey Darren! Maybe I'm wrong, but in the continuity test seems like you were using the standard UNI-T probes. I noticed that the ones that came with the meter had the threaded tips. Anyway, great review as always!
Hey Darren this is my first time commenting on your vids love watching your reviews cheapo's and all love your sense of humor, i would really like to win this meter as i have none at all, respect and keep it real everytime buddy.
Please inject 2KV and measure in scope, if the poor input protection works or not. I am planning to buy the multimeter. Also do if you have its brother OW18B.
It looks like on the center of the circuit board there’s a spot for a transistor socket. I bet on the front of the multimeter where it says true RMS is where the socket would have come out, possibly this is used for another model with the same circuit board. Cool multimeter. 👏🏻👍😎
@@KeepOnTesting Do you actually keep all these multimeters? If so, you'll need a whole room or two to store them. :) Then again there is a saying "One always needs one extra multimeter" so I wouldn't be surprised.
@@ssalient I currently have over 500 multimeters and counting..! Addiction..yes! Biggest problem is deciding on which one to use 🤔😅 👍Space is an issue..that's why I'm looking for a bigger house 🏠! Of course I do alot of giveaways etc..
What about the use of Bluetooth on a Windows 10 Computer that already has Bluetooth on board? The manual says that you need a USB Bluetooth dongle for it to work, however does not say what the model of the dongle should be? Anyone has tried this and what dongle is actually required ?
If your computer or laptop already has Bluetooth capability then you don't need a separate Bluetooth dongle/adapter. Simply enable Bluetooth on your Win 10 computer and pair it with your OWON. 😃👍
@@KeepOnTesting I have tried the onboard Bluetooth and it does not work. Checked it also with OWON and the confirmed that a USB Bluetooth Dongle is required for Computer connection. Daren your answer is from actual experience with it working with onboard Bluetooth or just theoretical guess ?
@@andreasprotopapas6497 I had no issue connecting via the boards integrated BT to the OWON. Be advised though. It's not always simple. It depends on the BT device compatibility. It's very grey in terms of support. Most reliable connection method is via Tablet or Phone.
Maybe I am doing something wrong with the Software. The Computer software was downloaded from the following site: www.owon.com.hk/products_owon_ow18_series_3_5%7C6__smart_digital_multimeter And from the link here ▶ PC software for OWON B&OW Series digital multimeter (Bluetooth 4.0 version) After the installation and opening the application Btool it requests for a serial connection? Any ideas ?
apparently, for some manufacturers, NCV means Non Cooperative Voltage measurements. 😂 my favorite meter is still Richmeters 114 (Habotest HT118A), and Uni-T UT139C. i really do hope that Uni-T make an upgrade version of UT139 series like they've done with UT61 series, with bargraph, diode beep and continuity led indicator, maybe? #finger-crossed 😁
Well ill start out saying this meter offers some serious bang for buck in this price range, as always in this range you have to expect minimal input protection and far as NCV I consider it a "value added" write off most times. Thing here is with a 20,000 count clear well lit display full feature range set and bluetooth software its hard to go wrong - just dont take it into a factory expecting to work with high voltage - meters of this level arent meant for industrial use neither the meter or your life are protected so use accordingly. But given this obvious fact used in the appropriate environment its hard to go wrong in functionality & value
Funny saying it is CHEAP-O when it costs a ton where I am, with new lockdowns have my money as hostage...don't want another DT-830B thing that I already bought three times already and all had fallen into ruin. And damn...I always wanted that 20000 count Sanwa since some time ago...they look more nice to me than the Flukes and the PC700 sells cheaper than a Fluke 117 But hey, even if you try sending it over to me if, in some reason in this wide wide world forbid, it will just get stuck in customs, get in delays and may not show up at all, or show up beaten up and bruised...this place isn't Japan It's the thought that counts anyway, it is a solid looking DMM but quite lethargic but fairly tight accuracy, plus the name sounds like a Yamaha GP race bike from the old days~
@@KeepOnTesting Definitely not joking! The factory racers always start with OW like the OW35K that Kenny Roberts had won with, the dreamed about OW-01 and OW-02, and that meter surely seems to win with such low price...if it is more known to the public
Read up on how non-contact voltage sensing works before dismissing this tool. It's intended for AC voltages only and requires coupling to a single conductive surface, not just waving it around in the vicinity of several conductors that might be at differing potentials (such as the twin wires of a 3vt. supply in the first example where the electric fields of the two wires will cancel at a short distance from the pair). The presence of either multiple conductors at differing potentials or shielded condiuctors also might explain the "failure" with the other two examples. In addition, the user holding the instrument must be have a significantly larger capacitive coupling to a common ground than the device has to the surface being measured. I woulod have liked a more detailed demonstration of the data logging capabilities, including the storage within the device, how to read it out, and it's operation with various devices (android, iOS, and PC) - to me this is the most interesting feature of the instrument, what distinguishes it from common DVMs.
Okee Dokee I have now subscribed. I guess I have jumped in a great big pool of those wanting to win the Owon multimeter. Been watching from the shadows (not dark shadows, just shadows) on a roku device for a long time so I could not subscribe on that device. Sadly Mr. Roku did not include a "subscribe to Darren Walker" button on his roku remote. Had to fire up the old computer to accomplish that task. Everybody have a wonderful day without not too much pilikia (trouble in Hawaiian) to make your day difficult. Aloha from the outskirts of the exciting (well not too exciting at this time of the day) town of Makawao, Maui, Hawaii.
I like this one, but on the other hand when I already have HT118A, there is really no point to change it for me... Habotest really did hit the sweet spot with functionality/price ratio.
Is there anyone here who could get the logging software working in Windows 10? The manual says "Step 1: install the software"... yeah but WHERE the f* is the software? No CD, no download link, no, you have to figure that out yourself! After some googling I found and installed it, but it's total crap, I wasted hours and I didn't succeed in connecting it. I even had to use Ctrl-Alt-Del to stop it! Fortunately the android software works, but I would like to connect it with my pc too. And BTW, the banana crocodile things are worthless crap.
Hi my friend..Unfortunately the Windows software is garbage. I've spent countless hours with no luck and I've been in the computer industry for 30 years. A real downer and not good advertising on OWON's part. No computer front end/gui should be such a shi!show but this software is pure crap 😳
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Absolutely one of favorite channels! Who knew that I could love multimeters so much. The only problem is... before I found the channel, I had one old Micronta meter and was perfectly content. Now I have over 10 meters; including four HT118 meters. I have even given away three more HT118 meters as gifts. I think I might have a problem. Is there such a thing as multimeter buyers anonymous?
Hi Scott...no worries..around here you are COMPLETELY normal ! 😉 Glad you're enjoying the channel.. more great stuff on the way 👍
I don't want to even go there.
I've got 4. I need more
I've been waiting for this review. A great review it is. I like certain aspects of this meter. Yes, I would like to win this multimeter. As far as my favorite meter goes, that's a very hard choice. I bought some of the ones you have recommended, and I like them. Looking forward to the Sanwa reviews. Thank you for another review--almost 7000 subscribers :)
Glad you liked it ! Good luck in the draw ! 👍
SANWA reviews coming soon !
been waiting to see you get your hands on some Owon electronics, always nice to see OEM cheapo in the house Darren
Agreed Sean...great multimeter at a great price 👍
I saw the UT61E plus teardown Video.I bought the Multimeter and that’s my favourite one, Great Job !
That's a great multimeter! 👍
Yes 👍
Absolutely need this meter, I'm unemployed and can't afford one, I would even pay for shipping, I'm starting a build on a vacuum guitar tube amp. I love your multimeter reviews, just confusing with whats available. I really need a meter that can do micro and nanoamps. great work, keep it up
Cheers Highlander !! Wish I had more OWON's to giveaway..Good luck in the draw!
Another great video as has come to be expected! Good stuff, keep em coming. And yeah, I'm looking forward to that Sanwa review
Thx Kunle! 👍 SANWA Reviews coming soon 👀
@@KeepOnTesting There is one thing I miss: tests of Clamp meters! The cheap ones has hugely improved the last years, have a built in multimeter and even can measure DC current(!). I suggest start with ANENG ST192! ;)
@@Brakballe I hear ya..clamp reviews coming in September...😀👍
The OW18E currently on the Amazon website is different. It has a hFe function but no mV function.Is this a counterfeit version?
Do you have a link ?
@@KeepOnTesting The above link you have in this video.
@@jerryconrad5251 Interesting...I doubt it's a counterfeit. Hfe function is unusual, it might be an older model. 🤔 I'll see what I can dig up...
Hi Darren, nice and helpful video as always.
I’ve a question for you, I’ve bought the Habotest HT116 and by a stupid mistake the mA fuse has blown. It’s written on the back of the multimeter F600mA/250 but I couldn’t find it anywhere. Can I use 500mA instead and if there is a slightly different in the dimensions would it be a problem (the original fuse is 6.3*32 mm and the other one is 6*30 mm)
Appreciate your help.
Hi Mohammed...Size isn't problem in this case.. .2mm difference won't even be noticeable. Yes, the 500mA fuse will work but I wouldn't go any lower in terns of a fuse rating always best to stick to the recommended fuse size but 500mA should suffice.
Hi. I saw your video about the Fluke 15B+ years ago, is it worth the price compare to the UT61E?
I would choose the UT61E+ over the
Fluke...any day !
@@KeepOnTesting can you please give some further information, is the UT61E as accurate as the 15B+ on millivolt and milli amp, and fast continuity? I’m mostly making audio stuffs so I don’t really care about features such as led tester or temperature, ect.
@@kyanhhoang9029 Continuity wise it's faster than the Fluke..I haven't tried the other measurements on the Fluje so I cannot say for certain..
Another great review. I have an older Velleman DVM850 that has served me well. But its slow and quiet continuity test is disappointing, especially as I have become hard of hearing. I am so glad that I have found your reviews so I can find a good multimeter with a visual (light) continuity indicator and better sound. Keep up the good work.
Those Velleman's can take a licking...Glad the channel has helped 😀👍plenty more reviews on the way!
I'm still using the Owon 16b I bought after seeing your review of the 16a. Great little BT meter.
That's a great little multimeter Chuck..I still grab it on occasion myself..
Its me again Darren man i forgot to mention my favourite meter's which is are the Habotest HT118A UNI-T UT61E+ Aneng 618C i would really like to own 1 of these meters as the one have is now broken and i dont have a meter anymore. Thanks and keep it fun and keep it real your vids are my favourite.
My favourite multimeter is the Habotest 118a followed closely by the uni-t ut123. Another good review, keep 'em coming :)
Hey Darren! Maybe I'm wrong, but in the continuity test seems like you were using the standard UNI-T probes. I noticed that the ones that came with the meter had the threaded tips. Anyway, great review as always!
You are correct
would you please try Uni-T ut-216c clamp meter....
On the list 😀👍
Great job as usual, very informative
Another great review. Keep up the good work.
Great review . U always best for meter review . Keep doing that and stay healty darren :)
Thx Ricko! 👍
Hey Darren this is my first time commenting on your vids love watching your reviews cheapo's and all love your sense of humor, i would really like to win this meter as i have none at all, respect and keep it real everytime buddy.
Thx Ken 👍 Always trying to keep it real on the channel ...good luck in the draw!
I really like this one, Darren!
I love this hunky-chunky Owon multimeter. It is pretty similar with habotest in design
Hi Darren, really enjoying your vids. New subscriber from South Africa
Hello Francois! Many thx..Welcome aboard..🙂👍
Please inject 2KV and measure in scope, if the poor input protection works or not. I am planning to buy the multimeter. Also do if you have its brother OW18B.
great review, got to get me one of this.
I was thinking about getting an Owen multimeter then Darren drops this video 👍👍💯
kaboom! 😀
Looks sweeeeet. Nice review.
Hi Darren, I'm sure I could find space for it.
Ohhh..I know you could Derek...absolutely 😉 👍
Please. Make a video of i.c. based uni-t multimeter model number listed
Great meter and great vid with humor and enthusiasm! Thank you. 👍
Thank you Saarike!😀👍
Thought I'd prefer the Santa so amazon'd the price. Nearly sh!t a brick. 500 nicker. Wow.
Congratulations you won the OWON OW18E!
Email : netplicity1@gmail.com and send me your shipping details!
Better make a series switch for the flashlight on the top yourself and also rip off that NCV filament.
That NCV was a real disappointment 😞
Very good video again Darren!!!!! I would love to win this multimeter!!!!!!! Good luck everyone!!!!
Thx Maurice..Good Luck!
The probe holders make it worth the cost alone.....
Muhahaha...well they are handy dandy !
Wow, that’s a crazy price! Sadly, I can’t find it for less than $50ish in the US, which is about what I paid for my B41T+
It looks like on the center of the circuit board there’s a spot for a transistor socket. I bet on the front of the multimeter where it says true RMS is where the socket would have come out, possibly this is used for another model with the same circuit board. Cool multimeter. 👏🏻👍😎
Good eyes Radiogeek.. indeed it looks like a spot for an hfe plug in.. I'm glad OWON omitted that on this model ...stay cool!
Interesting meter. It seems inspired by the HT118a but not quite as polished. Seeing Bluetooth-capable at such a cheap price is very exciting.
Spot on Eric...if only it was the norm..BT Multimeters are still usually more $$ thus was a pleasant surprise 😮
Looks interesting.
Don’t know why but I love multimeters, and their reviews.
Now that's what I like to hear !😉
@@KeepOnTesting somehow it’s very satisfying/relaxing to watch. I just like it.
@@KeepOnTesting Do you actually keep all these multimeters? If so, you'll need a whole room or two to store them. :)
Then again there is a saying "One always needs one extra multimeter" so I wouldn't be surprised.
@@ssalient I currently have over 500 multimeters and counting..! Addiction..yes! Biggest problem is deciding on which one to use 🤔😅 👍Space is an issue..that's why I'm looking for a bigger house 🏠! Of course I do alot of giveaways etc..
What about the use of Bluetooth on a Windows 10 Computer that already has Bluetooth on board? The manual says that you need a USB Bluetooth dongle for it to work, however does not say what the model of the dongle should be? Anyone has tried this and what dongle is actually required ?
If your computer or laptop already has Bluetooth capability then you don't need a separate Bluetooth dongle/adapter. Simply enable Bluetooth on your Win 10 computer and pair it with your OWON. 😃👍
@@KeepOnTesting I have tried the onboard Bluetooth and it does not work. Checked it also with OWON and the confirmed that a USB Bluetooth Dongle is required for Computer connection. Daren your answer is from actual experience with it working with onboard Bluetooth or just theoretical guess ?
@@andreasprotopapas6497 I had no issue connecting via the boards integrated BT to the OWON. Be advised though. It's not always simple. It depends on the BT device compatibility. It's very grey in terms of support. Most reliable connection method is via Tablet or Phone.
Maybe I am doing something wrong with the Software. The Computer software was downloaded from the following site:
www.owon.com.hk/products_owon_ow18_series_3_5%7C6__smart_digital_multimeter
And from the link here
▶ PC software for OWON B&OW Series digital multimeter (Bluetooth 4.0 version)
After the installation and opening the application Btool it requests for a serial connection?
Any ideas ?
apparently, for some manufacturers, NCV means Non Cooperative Voltage measurements. 😂
my favorite meter is still Richmeters 114 (Habotest HT118A), and Uni-T UT139C. i really do hope that Uni-T make an upgrade version of UT139 series like they've done with UT61 series, with bargraph, diode beep and continuity led indicator, maybe? #finger-crossed 😁
NCV = NON COOPERATIVE VOLTAGE ..
love it !!🤣🤣🤣
@@KeepOnTesting 😆
Как всегда отличная работа! Жду обзор на Sanwa PC7000!
Спасибо моему другу! Скоро..
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@@KeepOnTesting Спасибо огромное за обзор! Уже стал владельцем pc7000. Отличный мультиметр! Я очень доволен!
@@John_Ripper_1668 Отличный! Да, это трудно победить. Отличное качество и звездное исполнение!
Well ill start out saying this meter offers some serious bang for buck in this price range, as always in this range you have to expect minimal input protection and far as NCV I consider it a "value added" write off most times. Thing here is with a 20,000 count clear well lit display full feature range set and bluetooth software its hard to go wrong - just dont take it into a factory expecting to work with high voltage - meters of this level arent meant for industrial use neither the meter or your life are protected so use accordingly. But given this obvious fact used in the appropriate environment its hard to go wrong in functionality & value
So true.. it's not industrial but will be everything you wanted for the bench or around the house..OWEN definitely did a great job on the OW18E! 👍
Absolutely - its well suited for its intended purposes and has great versatility
@@yambo59 You are talking about my beautiful Ukrainian wife, correct ? 😉
What a meter!!
Funny saying it is CHEAP-O when it costs a ton where I am, with new lockdowns have my money as hostage...don't want another DT-830B thing that I already bought three times already and all had fallen into ruin. And damn...I always wanted that 20000 count Sanwa since some time ago...they look more nice to me than the Flukes and the PC700 sells cheaper than a Fluke 117
But hey, even if you try sending it over to me if, in some reason in this wide wide world forbid, it will just get stuck in customs, get in delays and may not show up at all, or show up beaten up and bruised...this place isn't Japan
It's the thought that counts anyway, it is a solid looking DMM but quite lethargic but fairly tight accuracy, plus the name sounds like a Yamaha GP race bike from the old days~
Yamaha GP..I like that ! 😀👍 fear not.. .this OWON will make the journey to whomever gets picked!
@@KeepOnTesting Definitely not joking! The factory racers always start with OW like the OW35K that Kenny Roberts had won with, the dreamed about OW-01 and OW-02, and that meter surely seems to win with such low price...if it is more known to the public
@@ruikazane5123 Agreed..it all starts with a name 😀 OWON definitely has some 🏆winners in their lineup.
Hi Darren i hope to have multitester like that god bless
Take care my friend 😊 👍
Read up on how non-contact voltage sensing works before dismissing this tool. It's intended for AC voltages only and requires coupling to a single conductive surface, not just waving it around in the vicinity of several conductors that might be at differing potentials (such as the twin wires of a 3vt. supply in the first example where the electric fields of the two wires will cancel at a short distance from the pair). The presence of either multiple conductors at differing potentials or shielded condiuctors also might explain the "failure" with the other two examples. In addition, the user holding the instrument must be have a significantly larger capacitive coupling to a common ground than the device has to the surface being measured.
I woulod have liked a more detailed demonstration of the data logging capabilities, including the storage within the device, how to read it out, and it's operation with various devices (android, iOS, and PC) - to me this is the most interesting feature of the instrument, what distinguishes it from common DVMs.
Good points. I might do a follow up on the data logging capabilities and post it on the website (www.keepontesting.com) in the future.
Oh wow I need to get this cheap-o dmm! 😁
I'm first at this comment but very nice cheapo multimeter
Congrats! 😀👍
If it had pencil battery instead of 9v battery.. That would be better..
Watching this video with my 5-year old daughter and I'm starting to think she would be into electronics. Mom's a little worried though.
That's great to hear..tell mom there's no need to worry..her daughter is one smart child! 😀👍
nie po Polsku😮
Sorry my friend 👍
Okee Dokee I have now subscribed. I guess I have jumped in a great big pool of those wanting to win the Owon multimeter.
Been watching from the shadows (not dark shadows, just shadows) on a roku device for a long time so I could not subscribe
on that device. Sadly Mr. Roku did not include a "subscribe to Darren Walker" button on his roku remote. Had to fire up the old
computer to accomplish that task. Everybody have a wonderful day without not too much pilikia (trouble in Hawaiian) to
make your day difficult. Aloha from the outskirts of the exciting (well not too exciting at this time of the day) town of
Makawao, Maui, Hawaii.
howzit my Hawaiin friend..a'ole pilikia...Welcome aboard..glad you finally found the subscribe button.. 😀
Congratulations you were the Runner up and won a Multimeter!
Email : netplicity1@gmail.com and send me your shipping details!
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Con-Fused? Yes, you were conned by this fuse.
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Low price for features
Isn't that the truth !
Lag less Bluetooth application
It was really quick !
I need one 😅😅😅 multimeter sir
😀👍
I like this one, but on the other hand when I already have HT118A, there is really no point to change it for me... Habotest really did hit the sweet spot with functionality/price ratio.
Spot on ! There's a reason why the HABOTEST HT118A is still the No.1 CHEAP-O MULTIMETER!
Is there anyone here who could get the logging software working in Windows 10? The manual says "Step 1: install the software"... yeah but WHERE the f* is the software? No CD, no download link, no, you have to figure that out yourself! After some googling I found and installed it, but it's total crap, I wasted hours and I didn't succeed in connecting it. I even had to use Ctrl-Alt-Del to stop it! Fortunately the android software works, but I would like to connect it with my pc too.
And BTW, the banana crocodile things are worthless crap.
Hi my friend..Unfortunately the Windows software is garbage. I've spent countless hours with no luck and I've been in the computer industry for 30 years. A real downer and not good advertising on OWON's part. No computer front end/gui should be such a shi!show but this software is pure crap 😳
Not bad for the price. In the next review please show your cheapo wacko face to the cam. LOL
WTF?! This costs over 100 USD now 😭
Crazy eh..
Multimeter pricing is all over the place right now!
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Great review, keep up the good work!