Laser measuring tape

**Gilbert** · 05-09-2013, 09:45 AM

Looking to buy a laser measuring tape. I shopped quickly online and the good ones seem to be around $200. I have no idea which make is better then the next. I was wandering which one are you guys using and are satisfied with?

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**Jack Feldmann** · 05-10-2013, 04:08 AM

I don't have a need for a laser tape measure. I rarely take measurement during an inspection other than using them in photos of garage door sensors or controls (too high or too low).
I do have a 25' tape in my bag I lend to clients so they can measure rooms.
But $200 for a tape seems a little excessive, unless I had a big use for one.

**Gilbert** · 05-10-2013, 05:42 AM

Originally Posted by Jack Feldmann

I don't have a need for a laser tape measure. I rarely take measurement during an inspection other than using them in photos of garage door sensors or controls (too high or too low).
I do have a 25' tape in my bag I lend to clients so they can measure rooms.
But $200 for a tape seems a little excessive, unless I had a big use for one.

About 80 % of my home inspections are for financial institutions and now I have taken on work for Insurance companies and they are simple and quick. No tools, only a pen/paper and measuring tape. I have to measure the house and every room in it then it's square footage. So I do need to invest in a decent laser tape. Robert Foster is considering the following Bosch Laser Distance and Angle Measurer GLM 80 and to-date I think it is the best one. Still shopping. Thanks....

**Mark Reinmiller** · 05-10-2013, 05:23 PM

Originally Posted by Jack Feldmann

I don't have a need for a laser tape measure. I rarely take measurement during an inspection other than using them in photos of garage door sensors or controls (too high or too low).
I do have a 25' tape in my bag I lend to clients so they can measure rooms.
But $200 for a tape seems a little excessive, unless I had a big use for one.

I have a bottom-of-the-line Bosch. It was about $100-150 at HD. It works great. It does not have any fancy features, but it is small, accurate, and easy to use.

**Markus Keller** · 05-10-2013, 06:16 PM

The entry level Stabila is great. Small good features, good backlight, fits into a shirt pocket.
The Leica's D5, 8, etc are all great but sort of bigger and bulkier. Too many buttons and the backlight isn't as good.
I prefer my Stabila over my Leica

**Rick Sabatino** · 05-10-2013, 08:09 PM

Johnson has a laser measure that triangulates height etc. measures hands free and more. I got mine for $100 new with case at Menards. It works great.

**robert sheldon** · 05-10-2013, 08:17 PM

Originally Posted by Gilbert

Looking to buy a laser measuring tape. I shopped quickly online and the good ones seem to be around $200. I have no idea which make is better then the next. I was wandering which one are you guys using and are satisfied with?

HI Gilbert!
You need something that has a video sighting, because you can't see the laser dot very far.
The Leica Disto series (D5, etc) is the only one that I found works outside in 50 - 150 meter ranges (you need a tripod for steady shots even then) Closer in, this unit gives more options for measurements than any other I've used... ( mining engineering...)

I have an extra one, like new condition, that you can have for a reasonable price
bobsheldon3@gmail.com
Maui, HI
Bob

**Walter Money** · 05-11-2013, 03:47 AM

Originally Posted by Gilbert

Looking to buy a laser measuring tape. I shopped quickly online and the good ones seem to be around $200. I have no idea which make is better then the next. I was wandering which one are you guys using and are satisfied with?

Gilbert,
I agree with Bob from Hawaii, the Leica series is great. I own a D2, and have used it extensively in inspections of all kinds. It produces linear, square footage and volume calculations with push button speed. It cost me $125 three years ago.
Walter

**Gilbert** · 05-11-2013, 05:37 AM

Originally Posted by Walter Money

Gilbert,
I agree with Bob from Hawaii, the Leica series is great. I own a D2, and have used it extensively in inspections of all kinds. It produces linear, square footage and volume calculations with push button speed. It cost me $125 three years ago.
Walter

That's what I wanted to know. Thanks