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Our Top Choice
DEWALT Expandable Tape Measure
Dewalt was founded in 1922 and has been designing professional tools and accessories ever since. Its products guarantee quality while providing confidence and strength.
It’s 25 feet long, and is promised to last a lifetime because of its Mylar blade coating.
One complaint that the tape is a little bulky.
25 feet
Imperial
1.1 pounds
Yellow and black
Mylar Blade Coating
Best Value
Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure
Stanley was founded in 1843 which has set the standard for excellence ever since. Its tools are innovative and provide a real benefit to those who need it.
Its secure blade lock prevents it from creeping during measurements, and the chrome ABS case is resistant to impact which makes it a durable tool.
One complaint that it’s a little heavy.
Choice of 12’/16’/25’/30’/35’
Imperial
0.8 pounds
Yellow and silver
High-impact ABS case
Klein Tools Magnetic Tape Measure
Klein Tools was founded in 1857, and is a family business . The company is now the number one brand in the electrical tool industry and one of the top providers in construction.
It’s easy to see the bolded lines on it when you make measurements. It can also control the retraction speed in order to prevent your fingers from touching it.
One complaint that the blade is stiff.
Choice of 16’/25’/30’
Imperial
1.8 pounds
Orange
Nylon-coated blade
Lufkin Self-Centering Tape Measure
Lufkin is a company founded in 1869 which produces superior-quality rulers. It is now the premiere measuring products brand from the Appex Tool Group.
It has a reinforced blade, meaning it’s sturdy and durable. Moreover, it’s specially designed to fit nicely in your hand.
One complaint that the foot marks are small.
25 feet
Imperial
0.7 pounds
Orange
Reinforced blade
eBoot Soft Tape Measure
eBoot is a producer of a large number of products, from chargers and headphone adapters, to bra hooks, face masks, and even tape measures and other tools.
It has both inches and centimeters marks so you can get appropriate measurements according to your needs. The markings are large and very visible.
One complaint that a greater size would have been useful.
60 inches
Imperial/Metric
0.6 pounds
Blue/Green/Pink/White/Ginger
Metal ends prevent fraying