Buying guide

Automotive Multimeters

Our pick

Fluke 88V

Choose the Fluke 88V for automotive electrical measurements.12

Why this one

  • Its stated safety ratings are CAT III 1000 V and CAT IV 600 V; match the measurement category and voltage to the circuit and follow the meter and probe instructions.2
  • Automatic ranging saves manual range changes during a check.1
  • The backlit display is easier to read in a dim garage.2
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Fluke 88V

For true-RMS readings

Choose a meter with stated true-RMS AC measurement when that measurement method is required.3 The Fluke 87V specifies true-RMS AC voltage measurement.3

For temperature readings

Choose a meter with an explicitly supported temperature-measurement function when your check calls for a temperature reading.13 The Klein Tools MM400 supports temperature measurement; check the probe and measurement instructions for your application.13

For a hands-free mount

A compatible hanger can hold the meter for viewing while you use both hands for the test.3 The Fluke 87V fits an optional magnetic hanger; budget for that accessory rather than assuming it is included.3

7 models / at a glance

Key differences

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Maximum voltage · V1,000 V1Higher preferred ↑
Maximum voltage · V1,000 V8Higher preferred ↑
Maximum voltage · V600 V1Higher preferred ↑
Maximum voltage · V600 V9Higher preferred ↑

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Models in this comparison

Every specification for these products
SpecificationFluke 88VFluke 87VFluke 87V MaxFluke 115Fluke 117Klein Tools MM400Klein Tools MM600
CAT safety ratingCAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V2CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V3CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V4CAT III 600V safety rated1CAT III 600V5CAT III 600V6cat IV 600V/cat III 1000V7
Auto-rangingYes1Yes8Yes11Yes12Yes5Yes6Yes10
Maximum voltage1,000 V11,000 V81,000 V4600 V1600 V9600 V61,000 V10
Backlit displayYes2Yes8Yes4Yes1Yes5Yes6Yes10
True RMSNot publishedYes3Not publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Maximum current10 A210.00 A810 A410 A1210.00 A510 A610 A10
Temperature measurementNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedYes13Not published
Hands-free mountNot publishedYes3Not publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot published

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Fluke 88V, model photo 1

Fluke 88V

CAT safety rating
CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V2
Fluke 87V, model photo 1

Fluke 87V

CAT safety rating
CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V3
Fluke 115, model photo 1

Fluke 115

CAT safety rating
CAT III 600V safety rated1

How they compare

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SpecificationOur pickFluke 88VFluke 87VFluke 87V MaxFluke 115Fluke 117Klein Tools MM400Klein Tools MM600
CAT safety ratingCAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V2CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V3CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V4CAT III 600V safety rated1CAT III 600V5CAT III 600V6cat IV 600V/cat III 1000V7
Auto-rangingYes1Yes8Yes11Yes12Yes5Yes6Yes10
Maximum voltage1,000 V11,000 V81,000 V4600 V1600 V9600 V61,000 V10
Backlit displayYes2Yes8Yes4Yes1Yes5Yes6Yes10
True RMSNot publishedYes3Not publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot published
Maximum current10 A210.00 A810 A410 A1210.00 A510 A610 A10
Temperature measurementNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedYes13Not published
Hands-free mountNot publishedYes3Not publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot publishedNot published

Sources

  1. www.automoblog.com
  2. www.fluke.com
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  13. www.kleintools.com