To me, the answer to your question is that it depends on what you plan to do
with it and what features you require. Based on what you have stated, I
would think a cheap DMM from Sears or RS would meet your needs just fine.
You just will need to make sure you double check your function before you
connect your test leads since they will not offer any overvoltage protection
(measure voltage or current on the resistance setting for instance.)

Bob

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Ok. So you're saying that a used Fluke 8060A gotten from Ebay is not
worth a cheapo meter from Radio Shack, correct?

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.