Which is best and why?

[Kelrich]

Evening everyone
Am currently viewing megger multifunction testers on ebay with prices ranging from £199 to £385 all second hand, which is the best to buy and why from these;
megger mft 1502/2
megger mft 1552
megger mft 1500
megger mft 1553
any help regarding the above would be greatly appriciated, wouldnt like to fork out the huge expense on something that isnt much cop. Also where can new megger be purchased and how much
thanks lads

 

[sparks_114]

For me there are only two MFTs: Megger and the Metrel. You either have the cash or you don't. And at the time of purchasing mine I didn't so no guessing what I ended up with! I would like to buy the latest Megger but I always delay purchase of the latest stuff until there are enough reviews to assure me. Likewise I've heard problems with the bluetooth links with the 1553 and hence will avoid that one. Keen on the latest 1730 but will wait out a little while the pennybox picks up a few kilos!

 

[PC Electrics]

I have a 1552 and thoroughly recommend it.

My only issue with buying from eBay is that there are stolen meters on there. Try to buy from a genuine seller - ask about the 'pedigree' of the meter. After purchase check with Megger that it's not registered on their stolen list.

 

[andekoch]

I use the megger 1552. Great bit of kit. Very reliable but can chew batteries and does not like rechargeables so carry spare batteries. I would not go with the Bluetooth option since it is too inflexible for me.