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Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter
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Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter is cheaper at $49.97. Every spec and price links to its source.
Protimeter (Amphenol)
Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter
$749.99
Which is better: the Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter or Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter is the cheaper at $49.97.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter | Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $49.97 | $749.99 |
| Brand | Klein Tools | Protimeter (Amphenol) |
| Released | — | — |
| Measurement range pct | 0-100% (relative) | Pin: 8-99% WME (readings above 30% relative); Pinless: 60-1000 (relative scale) |
| Pin vs pinless | Pinless | Pin and Pinless (dual-function) |
| Material calibration groups | Drywall, masonry, hardwood, softwood | Wood, drywall, building materials, concrete, fiberglass boat hulls |
| Sensing depth (in) | 0.75 | 0.75 |
| Accuracy | ±4% | — |
| Hold peak function | Yes | Yes |
| Audible alarm | Yes | — |
| Display type | Reverse-contrast LCD + 9-segment LED bar graph, 0.1% resolution | Backlit LCD |
Sources — Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter: kleintools.com (verified 2026-08-05). Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter: protimeter.com (verified 2026-08-05).
What's the difference between the Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter and Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Measurement range pct: Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter 0-100% (relative) vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Pin: 8-99% WME (readings above 30% relative); Pinless: 60-1000 (relative scale)
- Pin vs pinless: Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter Pinless vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Pin and Pinless (dual-function)
- Material calibration groups: Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter Drywall, masonry, hardwood, softwood vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Wood, drywall, building materials, concrete, fiberglass boat hulls
- Display type: Klein Tools ET140 Pinless Moisture Meter Reverse-contrast LCD + 9-segment LED bar graph, 0.1% resolution vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Backlit LCD