Extech
Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter
$114Cheaper
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Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter vs REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter is cheaper at $114. Every spec and price links to its source.
REED Instruments
REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter
$160
Which is better: the Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter or REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter is the cheaper at $114.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter | REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $114 | $160 |
| Brand | Extech | REED Instruments |
| Released | — | — |
| Measurement range (dB) | 40 to 130 dB | Low 35-100 dB, High 65-135 dB |
| Accuracy (dB) | ±2 dB | ±1.4 dB |
| Frequency weighting | A, C | A, C |
| Time weighting | Fast/Slow | Fast/Slow |
| Resolution (dB) | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| Data logging | No | No |
| Microphone type | 0.5 in. (12.7mm) electret condenser | 1/2 in. electret condenser |
Sources — Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter: extech.com (verified 2026-08-09). REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter: reedinstruments.com (verified 2026-08-09).
What's the difference between the Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter and REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Measurement range (dB): Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter 40 to 130 dB vs REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter Low 35-100 dB, High 65-135 dB
- Accuracy (dB): Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter ±2 dB vs REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter ±1.4 dB
- Microphone type: Extech 407730 Digital Sound Level Meter 0.5 in. (12.7mm) electret condenser vs REED Instruments R8050 Dual Range Sound Level Meter 1/2 in. electret condenser