Digital Laser Measuring Tape
Best for: Best for solo room or area measuring where you want laser convenience plus a backup mechanical tape — budget some time to learn the laser's reference point.
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This is a genuine 4-in-1 tool: an electronic laser measuring up to 130ft with an HD backlit LCD, a standard 16ft auto-locking mechanical tape for short distances, crosshairs for aiming the laser, and a dual-axis angle/level. Worth flagging given the name: only the laser side is digital — the 16ft tape reads the old-fashioned way off printed markings, like any standard tape.
At 4.4 stars from a modest 81 ratings, most owners are happy with the accuracy, and one notes it can be recalibrated if readings drift. The laser has 8 modes including area, volume and Pythagorean calculations — handy for working out room dimensions solo. It runs on a built-in 500mAh rechargeable battery (charge it like a phone; no swapping in fresh cells mid-job) and auto-shuts off after 120 seconds idle. A few owners find the laser side takes some learning, particularly nailing the right measuring reference point. One detailed review flags two real gaps: no magnetic hook on the tape end to grip a metal edge hands-free, and it's not described as water-resistant, so keep it off a wet job site.
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👍 Pros
- 4-in-1: 130ft laser, 16ft tape, crosshairs, dual-axis level
- 8 laser modes incl. area, volume, Pythagorean — solo measuring
- Recalibratable if readings drift
- Rechargeable battery, no disposables
- HD backlit LCD shows readings in a second
👎 Cons
- Only the laser is digital — the 16ft tape is standard mechanical
- Takes some learning to nail the reference point
- No magnetic hook on the tape end
- Not water-resistant — keep off wet job sites
Specifications
| Brand | Edovaf |
|---|---|
| Laser range | 130ft (40m), accuracy +/-0.079in |
| Tape range | 16ft (5m), self-locking, mechanical (not digital) |
| Battery | 500mAh rechargeable lithium |
| Display | HD backlit LCD (laser readings only) |
| Mount | 1/4" universal tripod thread |
| Modes | 8 laser modes — single, continuous, area, volume, +/-, tracking, datum, crosshair |
FAQ
Is the whole tape measure digital?
No — only the laser function is digital. The physical 16ft tape reads the standard mechanical way.
Does it have a magnetic hook?
No — at least one detailed review flags this as a missing feature compared to professional tape measures.
How does the battery work?
It's a built-in 500mAh rechargeable lithium battery, not swappable disposable batteries.
Is it hard to learn?
There's a real learning curve to the laser's reference point, according to more than one reviewer — budget some practice time.
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