The 3 best laser measuring tools under $200

As a contractor in the highly competitive remodeling and restoration industry, you always need to be looking out for any way to get an edge. You’re juggling multiple jobs and it’s simply not practical to haul a ton of gear with you. Lots of traditional tools work well, but they can often be inaccurate and inefficient to use in your daily job. Think about your trusty tape measure or measuring wheel: Not cool when time is money.

What should you replace those old workhorses with? Currently, the biggest bang for your buck is a laser distance meter. Prices are lower than ever, and features of these measuring tools are state-of-the-art. So how do you know which device to choose? 

We’ve consulted hundreds of professionals and found three outstanding laser distance measuring tools that’ll revolutionize the way you create floor plans without breaking the bank. All three meters in our guide feature Bluetooth 4.0 technology so you can transfer measurement data to your smart phone or tablet via an integrated app, which is huge as we’ll see later.

Read more: The benefits of specialized apps for renovation and restoration businesses