Leica DISTO D2 Laser Distance Measurer

Firstly, this is the first time I have ever considered reviewing anything on Amazon, but this item is worth taking the trouble to do so. Though pretty much everything I need from it is purely to measure distances, the idea of it being more reliable, quicker and less hassle, was a bit of a no brainer, assuming of course it works to your tolerances. My use isn't dependent on it being mm perfect, just as long as it is 99% such. This is the perfect tool for my needs.Usually I am pretty impulsive, but I have had real trouble deciding whether to go with the older, cheaper, but slightly less features D2 or opt for the 210, but the different £40ish, was making me consider whether go with the "better" but more expensive option or lessen the gamble and go with the cheaper option. In reality the cheaper D2 does exactly what I want, but like so many of us, I liked the idea of the new model and of course we soon forget what we spent, just as long as it works..Considering I ordered the D2, late on a saturday evening, the fact it arrived on the monday morning was superb. Ready to go, with the simple insertion of included batteries, I was expecting quick accurate measurements, but though it didn't exceed my expectations, it does exactly what is says is does, and does it quickly and accurately, which is surely what we want.I have spoken about buying one of these with my business partner, who is, shall we say old school and rather cynical about such things, but after trying it, comparing it with his "expect" eye, he was very impressed at its accuracy and speed. I just know he will be getting one before the month ends. Just as long as he doesn't get the 210, and I then regret going with the cheaper option….

I have some other Leica camera products so was drawn to this item versus another brand even though its not cheap. It is very compact and comes in a useful tough fabric case. The device itself has a quality feel. Its quite simple to use and ready to go. The product appeared very accurate when I tried it so no reason to doubt the exacting claims on the specification. I am confidant this is the best laser measurer which I need.

I am house-hunting: estate-agents plans and dimensions are not to be trusted.I don't need anything more than the basic measuring function really: calculating areas is a useful extra, but few rooms are neat rectangles so I prefer to write things down and do the calculations later. The Leica DISTO D2 does all that with ten times more accuracy than I am likely to need. It fits into a pocket, is easy to read, solidly made, and looks rather more elegant than the competition. My first intention was to buy the competition on the basis that there was no need to pay more for functions I did not need. But Amazon's price was very good and this may be the only Leica I am ever likely to afford. Actually the camera company is a separate enterprise only distantly related Leica-geosystems. Still it's nice to buy something that isn't made in China these days: Swiss technology made in Hungary it says on the label: can't be bad.

Does what a tape measure cannot, and with speed and accuracy. Does not suffer from sagging or the problem of tape bend in internal measuring, such as measure of window reveals. But tape is better for measuring panels for cutting. I found it great for measuring stair reveal in conjunction with a cross line self levelling laser to specify a 3 dimension space. Good battery life.

Brilliant - works absolutely spot on. Small, handy, lightweight, beeps when you input a dimension. I guess a lanyard would have been a nice touch, but I'm not that bothered. I do a handful of site surveys a month, and this Leica is exactly what I need.The belt pouch is very handy - no more rummaging in pockets whilst holding a drawing in one hand and a pen in the other.

Lovely quality product at a very reasonable price. Measuring rooms for painting, carpets, curtains etc. was a previously a time consuming chore, now it is really simple and accurate. I love Leica equipment, it's always beautifully made and top quality.

despite intimating that it could show imperial measurements I could not get it to change the units from metric and no instructions on how to do it even if possible

Leica Disto D2 Laser MeasurerJust bought this through Amazon Marketplace, which was the cheapest deal I could find anywhere, along with fast delivery.I've put it through its paces and although the specs allow a 1.5mm tolerance accuracy I've found all my measurements to be spot on with no margin of error. Although this is for indoor use I tried some distance measurements outdoors up to 30mtrs and got accurate readings. It may be that if it's extremely bright sunlight the laser dot might not be visible so outdoor readings might not be viable all the time but bear in mind it is primarily an indoor product. One of the reviewers said they had difficulty with the battery cover but if a 1p coin is used as per the instructions then there is no problem.This device fits in my shirt pocket and I can't ever see me using a conventional tape again unless for small jobs. Definitely worth it's price tag. Don't even consider the cheaper ultrasonic devices if accurate measurements are required.