Laser Measuring Tool Buying Guide and FAQs
How We Chose Our Selection of Laser Measuring Tools
Instead of throwing darts at a wall, we put quite a lot of care into selecting our favorite products that we think you’ll love, too. Here is the criteria that each item has to meet to make the list.
Quality – Quality is a massive factor in selecting which products we think will be the best for you! We look at how its built, what it can do, and whether or not what it can do if what you would look for in a laser measuring instrument.
Brand – We know that focusing too much on a brand can make you blind to some true gems, but a popular and well-known brand – mostly – guarantees top quality products, and at the very least, you know that their products go through rigorous testing before sale.
Reviews – Reviews are an excellent way of gauging how worth it a product is to buy. Written by people who have bought and used it for its intended purpose, they know what they’re looking for, what the product does well, and what the manufacturer could do better
Durability – With laser measuring tools used on construction sites, they need to be able to withstand the occasional bout of abuse from drops, knocks, and other happenings at the yard. The durability will depend on how robust and rugged the casing is and will affect how sure it is to survive daily use around construction and building sites.
Ease-of-Use – Nobody wants to splash out on a cool new gadget only to feel the burning embarrassment when they can’t figure out how to even use it. We’ve ensured that the laser tapes we’ve picked are simple and straightforward to use so there’ll be no regretful returns.
Price – we know everybody has different budgets, so we’ve selected a range of prices so that we ensure that nobody misses out and if you need one, you can buy one!

Features To Look For In Laser Measuring Tools
Accuracy – When looking to purchase a laser measuring tool, you need to look out for the accuracy the device guarantees. Misreading measurement results is common when using a traditional tape measure, but make no mistake, some laser measurement tools are not as accurate as others. That is why it is important to get measurement tools that guarantee accuracy of up to 1/16 inches. Most laser measureming tools have such a feature, although other higher performance ones are able to measure accurately at 1/32.
Range – How far a laser measurement tool can reach is another factor to look out for. With various brands offering varied ranges, it can be quite tricky choosing one that is the right fit for the intended purpose. Whilst some can measure up to 50 feet, others can be up to over 320 feet, depending on the user. Domestic users may want to get one with a lower range as compared to higher ones which are mostly used by top professionals.
Functionality – A laser measurement tool typically has multiple functions. Whilst some can measure volume, distance, and area, others have the Pythagoras theorem functionality in addition, and can be used for continuous measurement. Whatever your need for a laser measurement tool, you need a fair knowledge of their functions, as it will help you make an informed buying decision. Other advanced models come with Bluetooth functionality, allowing you to easily transfer measurements to any device.

Laser Measuring Tool FAQs
Q: How do laser measures work?
A: Laser Measurements work by measuring the “Time of Flight” which is how long it takes for the intended object to reflect the laser beam thrown at it by the device. For instance, if you wish to measure from where you stand to a not so distant wall, the tool works by measuring how long it takes for the laser beam to hit the wall and reflect back to the device. It then delivers the distance in measurable units.
Q: How accurate is a laser measure?
A: They are pretty accurate, with most of them able to measure at an accuracy of 1/16. Other advanced measures are able to measure at an accuracy of 1/32. Generally, laser measures are more accurate and deliver better results than traditional tape measures.
Q: Can you use laser measure outside?
A: Laser measures can be used outside. However, due to their functionality, you need to be able to see the object you want to measure the distance from, as the laser beam is thrown to land on it. Some devices have brighter laser beams than others, so depending on the daylight at the time of the measurement, you may not be able to clearly see the laser dot. In fully sunny conditions, visibility for the laser might only be for a few meters.
