If you plan to select a digital multimeter and there are two meters for your reference. Sinometer MS8261 and Mastech MS8264. Which one you will decide to buy. Yes, many people will feel very puzzled about this choice. Because they are too alike, whether from appearance or the fuctions. The only difference is that the MS8264 can be used to test frequency but the MS8261 can’t. All other features are almost identical. If you can’t make a decision, let’s read the following comparison form at first and take a close comparison to make a wise choice.
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| Models | MS8261 | MS8264 |
| Measurements | ||
| DC Voltage | 1000V | 1000V |
| AC Voltage | 750V | 750V |
| DC Current | 10A | 10A |
| AC Current | 10A | 10A |
| Resistance | 200M | 200M |
| Frequency | NO | 20K Hz |
| Capacitance | 20uF | 20uF |
| Inductance | NO | NO |
| Temperature | NO | NO |
| Diode test | YES | YES |
| Continuity test | YES | YES |
| hFE | YES | YES |
| Features | ||
| Range Selection | Manual | Manual |
| Digits | 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 |
| Counts | 1,999 | 1,999 |
| Bargraph | NO | NO |
| Back light | YES | YES |
| Data hold | YES | YES |
| Overload protection | YES | YES |
| Auto power off | YES | YES |
| Resettable fuse | YES | YES |
| Battery indication | YES | YES |
| Safety CAT.II | CAT.II 1000V | CAT.II 1000V |
| Safety CAT.III | CAT.III 600V | / |
| Dimensions | ||
| Power | 9V (6F22) x1 | 9V (6F22) x1 |
| Size | 195×92×55mm | 195×92×55mm |
| Weight | 380g | 380g |


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