Measuring Tape Measure, 25 Ft Easy to Read Decimal Retractable Dual Side Ruler with Metric and Inches, for Surveyors, Engineers and Electricians, with Magnetic Tip and Rubber Protective Casing

This is a great tape measure and a great value. It has both metric and imperial markings on both sides of the tape. The lettering is crisp and clear - just enough information to be useful but not too much to be confusing. It has magnets on the tip help hold it in place. The positive lock holds the tape well. The only feature missing for me is a tip that goes both up and down.

very easy to use and smooth. Good quality！

I needed a tape measure for my grandson to use for his homeschooling science projects and was surprised to find that only 1 of the 7 tape measures we had on hand also had the metric measurements we needed but that one was the one my husband uses for his work. So I ordered this one and it was a great price. I was a little skeptical of how the quality was going to be BUT I was pleasantly surprised that it was sturdy, the with of the tape itself is nice and wide with easy to read numbers, and along with the fact it gives metric measurements the locking device actually works. Plus it's durable enough for a 9 year old to use, drop, snap the tape back in aggressively and still work perfectly. Thanks for a really great product!!

My new Zabiki measuring tape (25 feet/7.5 meters) feels solid, and comfortable to use. The front-end tab is firmly attached to the tape, and does not wiggle. The tape width is 3/4 inches, with edges showing millimeters and 1/16th inch markings on both front and back sides of the tape. The markings and numbers are well-defined, easily read. The tape seems a bit thinner than others, hopefully metal quality makes up for it. The cross-section curvature helps attain horizontal extension more than 7 feet before buckling. You should not do that. Unwinding tape to the 25 foot mark requires a bit of effort, but not unreasonably so. Tape rewind is firm and smooth. The lock mechanism holds the tape at desired extension especially well.

Good product

My Zabiki 25 ft/7.5 m Measuring Tape is a delight. I also liked my previous tape measure, which was a different brand. I like it that is, until the locking mechanism failed after perhaps 20 or 30 uses, though they were spread over four years. I used it as much in four years as a carpenter would use it in two days. I don't measure things very often. :-) This time I went with the Amazon's Choice tape measure, the Zabiki. It is pretty clear to me why everyone is so ecstatic about it. Speaking of ecstatic, consider the numbers: 95% of the Zabiki's customers fall into the top two voting levels - 5-star and 4-star. That is an unprecedented number, and I almost never see this in a product. If the first two categories total anywhere near 90%, that is outstanding. But to be 95% is remarkable. By contrast, for my previous tape measure, the top *four* levels together didn't even add up to 95%! There are several specific things I like about the Zabiki measure. First and most important is the locking mechanism. It slides down, which is a style of locking that I have found reliable in my 50 years of using tape measures. In the previous tape measure, the button was on top and had to be depressed to lock the tape. Since it is broken, I don't remember how it unlocked. On the Zabiki, I simply slide the switch back up to unlock. You can see these two approaches in the first two photos (the pictures with the tape extended). Next is the button placement. On the Zabiki the button, or slider, falls in a more natural place for my thumb to engage it. Again, the first two photos illustrate the placement and method of engagement very well. The third thing I like is the size of the lettering on the tape. Photos one and two show how much bigger and nicer the Zabiki numbers are. Next, the overall size. Photos three and four show that the Zabiki is svelte. The fifth thing I like is the Zabiki's flat bottom which makes it sits stably. The other tape has an arched bottom, and only touches the surface at two points. See photo three. Last is a petty thing, but I guess I'm picky. So sue me. The Zabiki says on its label that it measures 25 feet or 7.5 meters. The other one just says it is a 25-foot tape, with no reference to the fact that it is also metric. Photo three shows this difference. Just go buy the Zabiki and be done with it, instead of spending an hour reading about all the tape measures on Amazon, as I did. You'll be happy, imho.

Easy to use and read. Has a magnetic end on the tape hook, a strap handle and belt clip that also helps. The tape is wide with numbers printed on both sides which is also a plus when using the hook. The locking button is very good, it has an audible 'click' that ensures it's safely secured, it works great for household projects. I don't do construction but I would assume that this tape measure would also work well for heavy duty work because of it's strong casing and weighted feel. Overall I would definitely recommend it for it's ease of use, affordable price and value.

Great product! Practical! Handy

Great Product!

Felt comfortable in hand to measure while making a new desk, thank you. Would recommend for sure!!

When locked, it still moves. Good for just measuring but not as a tool