Amazon Basics Retractable Tape Measure with Metric and SAE Measurements
- Tape Measure
- Better rated than 90%
A straightforward 16 foot tape with metric and SAE markings and a wide, easy to read blade, best treated as an everyday household tape rather than a jobsite tool.
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How it ranks among the 10 tape measures we track
4.8★ across 7,800 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
7,800 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
10,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
This Amazon Basics tape measure is a 16 foot, 192 inch retractable model with both SAE and metric markings on a wide three quarter inch blade, housed in a turquoise, impact resistant case with a belt clip and lanyard.
This is a budget entry rather than a trade branded tape, so the pitch is coverage of both measurement systems on one blade plus an easy grip case, not any reinforced or magnetic hardware. The wide blade and belt clip plus lanyard are meant to make it convenient for everyday projects around the house.
- 16 ft / 192 in retractable tape measure
- Metric and SAE markings
- Belt clip and lanyard
- 4.8 rating from about 7,800 ratings
Who it's for
Suits anyone who wants a simple, budget tape measure for home projects and needs both inch and metric readings on the same blade. Not built for jobsite abuse the way a magnetic or reinforced pro tape is.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Both metric and SAE markings on one blade
- Wide three quarter inch blade for readability
- Belt clip and lanyard included
- Impact resistant molded case
- Shorter 16 ft reach compared to many pro tapes
- No magnetic hook or reinforced frame listed
Performance notes
The blade carries both SAE and metric measurements at three quarters of an inch wide for easier reading, and the case is molded to resist impact while staying easy to grip. A belt clip and lanyard are built in for carrying it around during a project.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in tape measures.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics Retractable Tape Measure with Metric and SAE MeasurementsThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 7,800 | 2.7 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN 25-Ft Tape Measure with Fraction MarkingsCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 16,300 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Komelon SL2825 Self Lock 25-Foot Power TapeKomelon | 4.7 / 5 | 18,900 | 4.6 / 5 |
| FastCap ProCarpenter Standard Reverse Measuring TapeFastCap | 4.7 / 5 | 8,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein Tools 9225 Tape MeasureKlein | 4.6 / 5 | 3,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Amazon Basics tape measures
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does this Amazon Basics tape measure show metric units?
Yes, it has both SAE and metric measurements on the blade.
How long is the blade?
16 feet, or 192 inches.
Does it come with a way to carry it?
Yes, it includes a belt clip and a lanyard.