pH meter suggestions?

[danb35]

I'd bought a pH meter before my hiatus in 2013, but somehow I can't find it now--I think it was some model of Milwaukee though. Assuming a budget of about $100 (though I'd naturally be happy to pay less if extra cost wouldn't buy me anything useful), what would be a good choice in this field? I've seen references to the MW102, it seems available, and within budget (or close enough)--should I even bother looking elsewhere?

 

[VikeMan]

I recommend MW101 or MW102. Excellent bang for the buck.

 

[jcav]

I have used Hanna, and others. The probe on all of them will fail eventually. This one has served me well and you can replace the probe for a fair price.

https://www.amazon.com/Apera-Instru...7149212&sprefix=apera+ph+meter,aps,86&sr=8-13

 

[danb35]

Man, that was fast--thanks. Amazon has both, but the Apera is about $40 less--and they say they can get it to me by Friday, which is handy if I'm going to brew Saturday.

 

[day_trippr]

fwiw, I have pH meters from Hanna (98128), Hach (Pocket Pro Plus) and Apera (PH60 Premium). The Apera is the most reliable, with the least expensive sensor replacement cost...

Cheers!

 

[camonick]

I have used Hanna, and others. The probe on all of them will fail eventually. This one has served me well and you can replace the probe for a fair price.

https://www.amazon.com/Apera-Instru...7149212&sprefix=apera+ph+meter,aps,86&sr=8-13

That is the exact same one I bought recently and so far it seems to be working well.

 

[mabrungard]

Remember that the sensor element on a pH meter is a ‘wear’ element and you should expect to replace it occasionally. Consider the element cost carefully in your meter purchase decision.