Lignomat
Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter
$125Cheaper
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Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter is cheaper at $125. Every spec and price links to its source.
Protimeter (Amphenol)
Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter
$749.99
Which is better: the Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter or Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter is the cheaper at $125.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter | Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $125 | $749.99 |
| Brand | Lignomat | Protimeter (Amphenol) |
| Released | — | — |
| Measurement range pct | 6-45% | Pin: 8-99% WME (readings above 30% relative); Pinless: 60-1000 (relative scale) |
| Pin vs pinless | Pin | Pin and Pinless (dual-function) |
| Material calibration groups | 2 (softwood, hardwood/panel products) | Wood, drywall, building materials, concrete, fiberglass boat hulls |
| Sensing depth (in) | 0.4375 | 0.75 |
| Accuracy | — | — |
| Hold peak function | No | Yes |
| Audible alarm | No | — |
| Display type | LED, 0.1% resolution below 10%, 1% steps above 10% | Backlit LCD |
Sources — Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter: lignomatusa.com (verified 2026-09-21). Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter: protimeter.com (verified 2026-08-05).
What's the difference between the Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter and Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Measurement range pct: Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter 6-45% vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Pin: 8-99% WME (readings above 30% relative); Pinless: 60-1000 (relative scale)
- Pin vs pinless: Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter Pin vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Pin and Pinless (dual-function)
- Material calibration groups: Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter 2 (softwood, hardwood/panel products) vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Wood, drywall, building materials, concrete, fiberglass boat hulls
- Sensing depth (in): Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter 0.4375 vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter 0.75
- Hold peak function: Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter false vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter true
- Display type: Lignomat mini-Ligno E/D Pin Moisture Meter LED, 0.1% resolution below 10%, 1% steps above 10% vs Protimeter BLD5365 SurveyMaster Dual-Function Moisture Meter Backlit LCD