Handheld oscillloscope Hantek DSO1102E vs Siglent SHS810 - Page 1
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author: keenox
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2021, 09:35:26 pm
content: Hi guys!I'm in the market for a handheld oscilloscope and I stopped on these two. I don't want to go higher price, so please no Flukes or other high price recommendations.I read the rules and used the search but only found a single thread about Hantek and it was old.From what I researched:- Hantek has nicer screen 640x480 vs 320x234- Hantek has 2x18650 as batteries, while Siglent has a custom pack (not very sure about this)- Hantek is water/dustproof- From what I gathered over time Siglent should be the better brandWhich of these do you recommend? Any reasons to go for Siglent? I am not interested in the DMM function.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2021, 09:40:43 pm
content: Look at the MicSig TO1000 series. Compared to these other handheld DSOs are just toys.Be aware tough that handheld doesn't mean isolated inputs. If you are looking for a handheld DSO with isolated inputs you'll need to check the specs very carefully. In general the models with isolated inputs are much more expensive.

author: tautech
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2021, 10:03:29 pm
content: Quote from: keenox on March 26, 2021, 09:35:26 pmhttps://siglentna.com/product/shs-bat-battery-for-shs-handheld-oscilloscopes/

author: DaneLaw
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2021, 10:40:07 pm
content: Quote from: keenox on March 26, 2021, 09:35:26 pmalways a shame paying for hardware & features one has no need for, like DMM, but the majority of these compact handheld scopes, are often these jack of all trades with DMM and AWG and likewise.and sure purchasing a new handheld Fluke scopemeter, would make very little sense for the general hobbyist, overpriced, and most of them are quite dated.Have you found a good offer on these? or is just the standard MSRP your planning with..and around 550 to 750US for the Hantek and the Siglent seems to be around the same-.. a brief look for the price, on Batronix.. the buyers don't seem to happy, and don't recommend it for others' though only a few buyer-feedbacks..https://www.batronix.com/shop/oscilloscopes/Siglent-SHS810.htmlvisual of the two in question..Siglent SHS810 and Hantek DSO1102EI also purchased a handheld scope, though from the brand Micsig..and that was the perfect scope for me, as it balances the aspect of handheld versus bench, surprisingly well and I got no need for IP rating or a rugged-build that can handle a hard knock life,.though it is pretty big 8",[800x600 / 14x10div] so if you planning on using it one-handed all day.. likely not the right fit, even though it has a handsleeve for onehanded use.It's this fellow, though 4ch and it got all the bells and whistle for a modern handheld scope and decent memory depth 28meg and capture-rate around 100.000 and 256 lev. grading + 5 bus UART, LIN, CAN, I2C, SPI with 1553 & 429 being optional.- and just to put those 2/5 stars on Batronix into perspective on "buyer feedback" (4) on the Siglent SHS810.Atm 22 buyer feedbacks on Micsig handheld tablet-scopes and with topmarks 5/5' as an overall average.Seems people that purchase either ATO, TO, or STO model' are pretty glad in the head, about their purchase..https://www.batronix.com/shop/oscilloscopes/Micsig-tBook.html

author: keenox
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 27, 2021, 10:53:12 am
content: Thanks for the recommendation! I will also consider the Micsig, but it seems pretty large and more of a touch desk scope.Any more info on the Hantek? I only found one review on youtube, but no more than that.@DaneLaw:No special price. Just 550 from Aliexpress for the HantekI also got a reply from the guy who reviewed the Hantek. It seems it has 6x18650 cells, not 2

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 27, 2021, 10:58:43 am
content: Quote from: keenox on March 27, 2021, 10:53:12 amThere are also versions without buttons which are physically smaller. The version with the knobs & buttons was introduced later. Probably to cater people who insist on having buttons but the UI has (originally) been designed to operate without buttons.

author: DaneLaw
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2021, 02:46:34 am
content: The TO or the ATO-variant is also more rubberized. as you can easily wipe it down and the sockets on the side are behind rubberhinges as I recall.with massive bumpers that elevate the screen, and in a garage or workshop be prefered.Micsig has put up quite a few vids on YT, going thrue basic aspect of using one of their tablet scopes and these videos will in lack of better, give some insight into their UI and overall use.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu37SRPI8SaavIhzlXojEnAand no doubt that the Micsic-ATO, TO, STO-line, particularly the STO-line, is intended as a portable unit, that also can double as an everyday bench-scope, without driving you nuts, like most other portable-scopes would if ur planning to also be using them as daily drivers on the bench, and that balance manages Micsig surprisingly well, and IMO the best on the scene' for that dual purpose, I'm not familiar with another that does it better at those prices..I mainly use my STO1004C as a floating benchscope, where I love the freedom of not hassling with AC power and a fan that is off a significant amount of the time.I also have these two scope-gadgets.. one from Miniware (70USD) and one from Fnirsi (20USD) and they both got their pro/cons.they are fantastic as a tool to work on your patience and to make u grateful when you get something better, - as managing the interface leaves a lot to be desired, but obviously these are gadgets, where one is more like a "proof of concept" sizewise, and the other a balance between design and price, though a touch-interface would have done wonders on that DSO Miniware-unit DSO212 as these clickable-side rollers is a pain to use.Good luck on your purchase... if you take the plunge on the Hantek, give some feedback on what you think about it.

author: keenox
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2021, 04:26:37 pm
content: I pulled the trigger on the Micsig TO1104 last night. I don't really need the ruggedness and the input ratings of the Hantek, although it would have been nice to haves.The extra features of the Micsig and the fact that I found it in Europe made me buy it.Thanks for the recommendations!@DaneLaw:QuoteI am also still curious about the Hantek. It seems like a very capable and versatile scope.QuoteI've also got the Miniware, but felt the need of a more serious portable scope. The Miniware is nice for some quick debugging in low voltage projects, but it's pretty toyish