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Digital tape measure - as a gift - need some suggestions
- Thread starter LSU
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alinc100
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I have the GLM42. I use it weekly measuring office walls for interior remodeling. They are a great asset,accurate and much easier than stretching out a tape measure. The GLM50 has bluetooth capability ,that I believe with a Bosch app and a smartphone/tablet allows you to layout a room and the dimensioning transfers to the app and "draws" the rooms/walls. I have not had a big reason to switch/learn the GLM50 and app but a few more complicated jobs and I just might.
fourjeepin
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I have two of the Bosch lasers. One seems to have been designed for young real estate agents as it will give square footage after two measurements. I used it to calculate the square footage of my house just for fun. But the fractions on it are tiny and nearly impossible to read.
The older one I have isn’t as fancy but actually works better as it is readable. I use it when measuring something that is too far for my wingspan as I am often working alone or when measuring between two items that needs an accurate measurement and you would need to bend the tape. Like window openings.
I got the first one as a set when Lowe’s had them on clearance and they were listed in the hot deals. The second one was a gift.
The older one I have isn’t as fancy but actually works better as it is readable. I use it when measuring something that is too far for my wingspan as I am often working alone or when measuring between two items that needs an accurate measurement and you would need to bend the tape. Like window openings.
I got the first one as a set when Lowe’s had them on clearance and they were listed in the hot deals. The second one was a gift.
Indexmill
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Are you asking about a digital (laser) measuring tool or a tape measure with a digital read-out on it. Two completely different things.
In your OP, i think you meant digital TAPE measure; then people started responding with laser measuring devices (like Bosch).
What do you want?
In your OP, i think you meant digital TAPE measure; then people started responding with laser measuring devices (like Bosch).
What do you want?
I would assume a digital laser for measuring? A true digital tape measure, one that has the same form factor and tape w/ digital readout rare and unproven (but do exist, roll the dice )
Laser measuring has hit the masses, all the major companies make them and have been pretty well sorted out by now. Pick your favorite color or price.
If you want a name brand that will impress, Bosch $, Leica $$, or Fluke $$$
Laser measuring has hit the masses, all the major companies make them and have been pretty well sorted out by now. Pick your favorite color or price.
If you want a name brand that will impress, Bosch $, Leica $$, or Fluke $$$
RoninB4
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Have an older Bosch and it's ok for indoors but has trouble outside. Used a couple of Leica's at work and was impressed with them but are expensive.
digital (laser) measuring tool
Indexmill
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Ah, ha; the 'ol DLM. I'v got it now. Millions of em for sale.
Two Speed
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I think project farm did a comparison of some not to long ago. Might be worth a look at.
Toolfool
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Here you go, package deal : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09Q63BG8D/?tag=atomicindus08-20 .