ANENG 618C CHEAP-O Multimeter Review & Teardown!

[@thirdjaruda4202]

Watched your vid before buying and I Got mine yesterday and I love it! thanks for the review!

[@KeepOnTesting]

Great to hear ! Enjoy your new multimeter its a great instrument.

[@Rusiputki]

SOLD! The fact that you opened the inside so I can check out the circuit board is what made me scream "this is how you do a review"

[@KeepOnTesting]

Thx my friend! Always happy to do a Teardown ! 😄👍

[@ramonjrballesteros1523]

I think I saw your review of the other touchscreen DMM that underperformed, nice to see that someone has come up with a much better one! Thanks for the review!

[@derektodd4126]

Have to admit that I was pleasantly surprised, not a bad little unit.

[@KeepOnTesting]

You and me both..I actually like this dmm!

[@andreslantigua4657]

Of all those who have presented this is one of the ones that I like the most, it fits in my pocket, excellent 👍

[@KeepOnTesting]

It's a great multimeter..definitely portable and great display!

[@Homer19521]

Your hotlink takes you to the ANENG 618A which has the lower frequency counter & maybe other things. FYI. Maybe the C you have requires a higher RF voltage to get to 10MHz. I like this display better than the Kaiweets.

[@seangannon193]

Darren you have to have a look at the aneng 620a all screen multimetr. looks cool

[@KeepOnTesting]

Hi Seàn...Roger that..I have one on order..hopefully it will arrive soon!

[@seangannon193]

@@KeepOnTesting I thought you might lol. Are you going to be giving it away 😜 go nicely with the Aneng 618c 😱

[@KeepOnTesting]

@@seangannon193 I might...😀👍

[@halrhoads6194]

I like the nice pocket-size, the touch-buttons, and the large screen. What I don't like is the screen glare...Boo! If not for that it would be a solid field meter. Thanks Again for a very good hands-on Review, Darren!

[@KeepOnTesting]

Roger that! The glare was definitely problematic. Would've been an incredible display otherwise!

[@shaileshkumara.m.anandappa7641]

Nice one to keep in emergency tool kit.... surprisingly all leds lit,didn't expected with lil meter..... overall really cool one to have in collection 🥰

[@KeepOnTesting]

The LED test surprised me too! Great little dmm.

[@just_arandom_guy8209]

WoW!! This DMM looks fantastic and you are always so ahead!! I had found it some weeks ago and I had added it in my AliExpress wishlist(might one day I'll be able to buy all of them😄). To increase brightness of LED I would remove that resistor next to it and I would test with a lower one😁.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Great idea ! I really liked the contrast on the display, just too bad the bar graph wasn't more responsive! All in all a solid multimeter that you won't be ashamed to add to your toolbox! 🤣👍

[@20thcenturyboy85]

Many Thanks for this in-depth review!

[@KeepOnTesting]

Keep on Testing! 😄👍

[@Luiseverythingideas]

Its great tester, but its more cooler if the test leads are detachable. I think!

[@KeepOnTesting]

Totally agree!

[@KeepOnTesting]

It was ordered 2 mos ago..still waiting!

[@Markus2801A]

I'm impressed how those cheap Multimeters have improved over the past few years! They are very accurate and really a bargain! Of course i would say the cant compete with a professional Fluke in terms of usability, accuracy, safety and longevity. But for the moste common measurement task, they are okay, if you know what you are doing! :-) Mind the safety rules etc.!

[@Drinkyoghurt]

I started off with a cheap €10 hardware store MM. As time progressed I was looking for something with a few more options (like a hold function and auto-ranging) and everything from Fluke was just so expensive. Went with a Habotest HT118A for €20 instead of the cheapest Fluke which is €140 and doesn't even offer the same features. To come close to that I'd have to spend around €300 which makes no sense to me.

[@TheRadiogeek]

I see that you can get this meter with different displays. I think I like the non inverted screen better. Nice little meter and well done review and video. 👍👏🏻

[@KeepOnTesting]

Spot on! ANENG 618A/B/C...this is the most expensive of the three (Color) they are identical other than the displays. Keep on Testing! 👍

[@1ologarden]

you should buy this one ANENG 620A 4.7 inch LCD Digital Multimeter True RMS AC/DC Voltage Tester with current meansure , i hope you will like it

[@ndodd6280]

Great review, cheers man. Have you checked the current draw in operation? Those reverse LCDs can rinse batteries!

[@KeepOnTesting]

Not yet..but I'll report back when I do!

[@pyromen321]

If I were in the market for a portable meter, I’d buy one no question. Impressive for the price, considering the pretty lame competition. Great review!

[@KeepOnTesting]

Spot on! You could definitely do alot worse! Keep on Testing!👍

[@parlenkow]

Hello Darren what you think about fluke 101 ( 40$) is this meter part of cheapo multimeters world?

[@KeepOnTesting]

HI Wladimir...I will be reviewing that multimeter end of next month! I think its currently in the CHEAP-O realm so its fair game..!

[@kgsalvage6306]

Why did the box it came in said the DC voltage rating is 1000v, but the meter actually says 600v dc.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Good catch 👏 Either a Typo or somebody didn't get the memo !😅

[@yambo59]

Nice Review. Well this is a surprisingly decent effort from Aneng, about the best looking/working version ive seen so far in these smart meters. Not perfect but the build quality as you say is really decent, and its got a bit of a higher end appearance compared to most, the clean looking touch pad adds to that look and feel - doesnt look so much like a toy as some others - also was that a relay I saw on the pcb ? This ones a notch above Anengs usual offereings, theres been a clear effort to improve the breed here and that was a long time coming in these smart meters. Nice looking device with some performance and build quality to back it up.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Spot on! It was alot of fun to use as well. Even outside in daylight it still had fairly decent contrast which is another plus for the big crisp display.

[@ESSE-zj9io]

is it better and more accurate/sensitive then normal ones?' normal ones especially cheap ones are often terrible and every time show other results

[@KeepOnTesting]

Its definitely one of the best "smart" meters on the market at present at any price.

[@electronone5219]

Darren, Thanks for a great review. On the frequency test, what was the amplitude? I'm surprised that they don't have plug in meter leads--like with an IEC plug and socket but only two leads of course for these little small meters. Anyway, I'm looking for the next review.

[@KeepOnTesting]

SINE wave / 3.0 Vpp . Yes , interchangeable leads would've been nice 👌 the stock leads are pretty decent though.

[@thanhvo8548]

Nó rất tuyệt ... nhưng hơi tiếc là thiếu chức năng đo dòng , và cộng dây đo dính liền thân ...

[@andreslantigua4657]

Nuevo suscriptor me gustan tus vídeos me gusta esos multímetros necesito uno

[@KeepOnTesting]

Bienvenido! muchas gracias! 👍

[@susantpal]

Very comprehensive review. Can this Mm be used in countries with 220V 50Hz supply and 110V 60Hz supply alike? Like for charging or using (without any additional attachment) ?

[@KeepOnTesting]

Yes, no problem 👍

[@ESSE-zj9io]

big advantage of this that they use 2 AAA bateries instead 9 volt on normal ones and battery often costs almost same as multimeter

[@Brian-uq6jm]

Thanks for the review Darren! Have you ordered UnitT UT15/17B Pro yet? They aren't really in the "cheapie" range though. I've got a 17B Pro travelling across the sea at the moment. Looking at the construction and interiors, it appears they are serious about putting them up to compete against Fluke's offerings hahaha

[@KeepOnTesting]

I'll have a review on one of those new UNI-T multimeters very soon..stay tuned!

[@Brian-uq6jm]

@@KeepOnTesting I look forward to that Darren. This meter looks to be a direct upgrade to the UT139C, and it should attract people's attention.

[@yusdiy]

Engineer : Pass me the meter. Assistant : Here sir. Engineer : The Sanwa! Not your phone. Assistant : But sir, this is new Smart Meter! Engineer : Oh! Uhh!!Ahh!! Okay!! Nicee. Everyone take a break! Great review Darren, thumbs up.

[@KeepOnTesting]

I'll have to use your creative talent in one of my upcoming videos! 😄👍

[@yusdiy]

@@KeepOnTesting Feel free to spice it up sir.LOL

[@KeepOnTesting]

@@yusdiy No spice no life! 😜👍

[@koonley]

Hi Darren. How would this compare to the Habotest 118? I'm about to pull the trigger on one... Great review as always 👍🏾

[@KeepOnTesting]

Hi Kunle, they really are 2 different beasts. Personally I find the HABOTEST HT118A more suited for bench electronics and troubleshooting. Whereas the Aneng is more apt for quick diagnostics and portability. You can't go wrong with either.. 😄👍

[@juliusczarbelcap6447]

So what's the best cheap-o dmm that have been tested so far?

[@KeepOnTesting]

Check out my Top Ten CHEAP-O MULTIMETERS in the description above (More Info)..updated monthly.. my latest video has the latest TT 😍

[@juliusczarbelcap6447]

That was the fastest response I ever had,thank you!😁btw can you do a review on Aneng 619a? I'm actually planning on buying one for my self.

[@KeepOnTesting]

@@juliusczarbelcap6447 Actually I already reviewed that dmm. Just under a different name but IDENTICAL multimeter kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYrFmKqFi5aAj5o Yes, I usually respond quickly if I can..I know its more helpful than no response or an answer 3 months later 😉👍 Keep on Testing my friend!

[@juliusczarbelcap6447]

I hope your review is ln the positive side😁 thanks i'll go ahead and watch it now. *Edit after about 3secs on the video i realize i just watched it about an hour ago. Is it the same in every aspect to Aneng 619a?

[@ericchang7706]

If you wanted to have something light that fit in your pocket for measuring voltage, it seems great. Because it lacks current, this is more of a 3rd meter after a Fluke, Habotest and then something like this. It would be great for measuring voltage in ceiling fixtures because it looks like you could hold the probes and read the meter all with one hand. Also, I'm not a fan of AAA batteries. Don't those dark LCDs draw higher quiescent currents?

[@KeepOnTesting]

I'll be measuring the current draw shortly...absolutely a great 3rd multimeter woukd go alongside the HABOTEST quite nicely.

[@Deadeye0815]

Please do the Aneng M118A 😉

[@KeepOnTesting]

On the way ! 😄👍

[@Deadeye0815]

@@KeepOnTesting Yeah !!! 😎

[@Bergwacht]

is this the same as the "Mustool MT111"? even the box is the same... i like my one^^

[@abbasjasim9065]

Different manufacturers

[@KeepOnTesting]

Yes, identical multimeter, just a different name. I'm not sure who the original OEM is ...Yet!

[@Bergwacht]

@@KeepOnTesting can it messure current? this meter is fine but i cant figure it out how to messure current/amps

[@KeepOnTesting]

@@Bergwacht No, unfortunately the ANENG 618A does not measure current, not even mA. Bummer!

[@Bergwacht]

@@KeepOnTesting uh ... I didn't expect that with all the features and functions, because every 5 € multimeter can do that ^^

[@swingmanic]

Unfortunately you can't replace the leads when the probes get blunt or if they go o/c...Needs a couple of sockets.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Actually you can simply desolder the old leads and stick a new pair in..if you're comfortable with doing such an upgrade.😃👍 but I agree, removable leads would have been preferred.

[@swingmanic]

@@KeepOnTesting Hmmm!..I think I might just about be able to manage a highly skilled operation like that.🤔😉 In my day I started out using an avo 8 and an Airmec mains powered (made in 1946) ohm meter that used to take about 2 minutes to warm up and would give you a nice little tickle on the high ohms range. I still use a trusty Simpson 260 series analogue multimeter to this day, along with my Fluke 70 series DMM.

[@KeepOnTesting]

@@swingmanic Great 👍 pair of multimeters...I really need to do a few more vintage multimeter reviews...love those older instruments!

[@messaoudkrioua5002]

Please, When measuring capacitors, what is the maximum? 100uF ... 200uF

[@KeepOnTesting]

60mF or 60,000uF is the max capacitance range for this multimeter.👍

[@messaoudkrioua5002]

Darren Walker Thank you very much

[@istvaanszuucs]

Has this multimeter an ammeter? Is it possible to measure current with this?

[@KeepOnTesting]

Negative, no current support on this model.

[@shankar682]

618c smart multimeter KO battery kit an a din chalati hai

[@steph2211]

that is nice! that would put a smile on my face if it was in my box. thanks my friend

[@KeepOnTesting]

Careful what you wish for! 😄👍

[@hassanzahin7852]

Btw, $31 is not really cheap for a multimeter. In our country, an average multimeter costs around $5.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Understood! That being said I need to define a baseline and 50$ or less is the CHEAP-O ZONE we've established. Most CHEAP-O Multimeters are well below that threshold and easily fall in the 10-25$ range, however there are exceptions. 5$ Multimeters are atypical in this multimeter genre. Also, cost of living, annual income, country etc play a role in determining price. I'm based in North America and as such am partially influenced by this, however I do my best to determine overall value and cost effectiveness when 🤔 deciding on a particular multimeter no matter which country you live in. Value for the "global" dollar is always the largest determining factor.

[@flukenine4901]

Great review as always. Silicone or pvc leads?

[@KeepOnTesting]

PVC unfortunately..

[@bhushan9066]

Cheap-O with a resistive touch. Apply a toghened glass screen protector.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Yes, looks like it could scratch easily but it actually seems more resilient...great display!

[@dineshmehta3688]

Price inr.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Google

[@devrambunker2648]

Yes

[@rizzulazzi]

Nice meter, very cool. The main issue it the fixed cables..I had some fixed cables meters, and I need removable cables. I had one meter, a PeakTech 1020, that in current version 1020A has solved the problem with a cable to cable connectors. It was a good meter, the only problem was the limited visibility of the display when it was flat on the bench, because the LCD was too recessed in the front. You can see it here :www.peaktech.de/productdetail/kategorie/digital---handmultimeter/produkt/p-1020.html I bought it many years ago, and used for some times, then gave it as a present to a young relative for his first lab, Maybe some customers have complained, and they found a solution for the fixed cables.

[@KeepOnTesting]

Peaktech is on my TODO list.. they are much harder to source here in North America but I'm still hoping to review them. Attached leads can be problematic but Aneng has done a good job with the stock leads here. 👍

[@rizzulazzi]

@@KeepOnTesting The leads are always too short. How to connect a crocodile clip? I've built adapters for the PeakTech probes, but I got another meter...

[@KeepOnTesting]

@@rizzulazzi True, length is something you can't change with fixed leads. Crocodile clips usually just attach to the head of the probe. If you mean making one from a spare piece of wire, usually you would strip the wire to about 3/8", then bend it over the outer sleeve,then insert the bent wìre inside the crocodile jacket and finally crimp.

[@americanmultigenic]

If it's the case (as it looks) that the "L" in MULTIMETER is printed upside down it's not a great commentary on their "quality control" . . . . :-)

[@KeepOnTesting]

Good eye 👁👌agreed, It's really incredible how atrocious the spelling can be on some of these CHEAP-O MULTIMETERS...!

[@sorinmiliescu]

Aneng must be so proud that they can’t spell the word MULTIMETER. Or perhaps this is just a MUITIMETER

[@KeepOnTesting]

You spotted that eh! It makes you wonder why they can't get a proper proofread before production.

[@lucasrocha4329]

This is similar to kkmoon 128

[@bornfe5127]

1 mhz is fine for me 2 mhz is an overkill

[@janebezerra6399]

Muito bom este multímetro manda um pramim

[@KeepOnTesting]

Definitivamente vale o preço!

[@raulcoss3906]

Well it's the size of a phone,get a phone case,for protection and a reinforced glass

[@KeepOnTesting]

That'll work !👍

[@devilgabbar1956]

Hai give me one of your multimeter 😇

[@thehaterofthelock7323]

Main Problem is Battery Life

[@xristosglezellis3025]

MSTOOL MT111 is better

[@rinqucosta2422]

I don't like this types of mobile multimeter... I like classic

[@KeepOnTesting]

Yes they are an acquired taste 😋 👌

[@ПавелЛапин-э5н]

Говно ,не мерит силу тока.

[@yambo59]

AHA--first-! lol