Customer Reviews

DoubleTape 25' Overhead Measuring Tape

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I've been installing laminate flooring in my basement and this tape measurer has gotten a lot of use. The markings are both sides of the tape are a cool feature, but more than that it's just a solid, sturdy, well made tape measurer. I have a few other tape measurers, but this is the one I always use. The tape is thick so it doesn't bend or fold easily when measuring long distances, it retracts like a mother, and the quick lock works well. If you're measuring things above your head, it's especially helpful, but even if you need to solid tape measurer that will last, pick one up.

I received this as a gift and loves it. It's got a nice heavy-duty feel with the solid grip. I was using it for furniture placement planning and found my old measuring tape limiting for large furnitures.

This tape extends to a nice long 25 feet, the curve on the tape prevents it from bending backwards, and there's measurement on both sides so you can easily read it when measuring something overhead (ie. the ceiling). This measuring tape is great value and a very useful tool for any home.

I've had this tape measure for a few years and it's been more then handy. The numbers on the underside prove useful in all sorts of circumstances and it's hard to remember using a tape without them. It has held up well to abuse and is still as solid as it was on day 1.

Good tape measure. Protective blade coating a little weak. Return spring could be stronger but it was not problematic. Great value for the money. I would buy this over a Stanley any day.

Last year I gave one to my dad who does all sorts of household and light carpentry projects and it was a hit. He and my mother just put in new den lighting and he felt that working overhead was much easier with DoubleTape. It's super handy to have the measurements on both sides of the tape.

I have used a lot of tools in my time so its always great to see small changes that are actually big improvements to everyday tools. Last month when I was installing lights in my celling the numbers on the bottom made it easy to see and mark accurate measurements when standing on the ladder by myself.

This product is very well build and rugged, the rubberized case makes it extra nice.

I just received these. I bought 4 for gifts and personal use. But now I am disappointed. The product pictures show that the fractions are printed on the tape measure. But none of the 4 tape measures that I received by ordering from this merchant actually have the fractions printed on them (on either side of the tape). The fractions are very helpful, especially for people who come from countries where the metric system is used. I wouldn't have bought these if I had known that there are no fractions printed on them. However, they do a very good job of overhead measurement. I sat on my sofa and was able to touch the 8' ceiling with the end of the tape without standing.

I'm not a person who ordinarily thrills on a tape measure. I'm not a carpenter, not in construction, never have been in a type of work where carrying one on my belt was part of the job. I use a tape measure around the house.... ummm... measuring things.

So, if you want a "pro" review, try some others. If you want the opinion of a retired old fart who simply appreciates quality, value and one heck of a bargain, let me tell you my part briefly.

It's neat that it will stand on end and reach the celing. A neighbor lady truly respected its stamina.

It has all the measurements I need, up to twenty-five feet. If an inch needs to be divided by more than 32, then I don't have any use for that inch.

It has those measurements on both sides, in case you're standing upside down.

The rubberized case feels sexy and grips firmly.

The wind-up gizmo (to use tech terms) works nicely.

Holding it makes a person feel like a pro, even when he/she's not. It's doggone weighty, that it is.

It has a belt clip so you can wear it to the supermarket, feeling like the pro you aren't. Until the above-mentioned weight pulls your pants down too far.

Priced in the six buck area on Prime seems almost obscene and I suggest grabbing this now because I doubt that Amazon will use it as a lightning deal since it's already priced incredibly low. Again, I'm no expert; but I do see a bargain here.

I'll betcha pros can see that, too.

Great measuring tape. Got it for the husband as a Christmas gift and he loves it! It has numbers on both side, and can extend overhead. Works great - not very many tape measures like this one!

I am tough on tape measures. Lately it seems like I go through at least one per year and am always looking for a new one so I thought I would give this one a try. So far I have been pretty well impressed because it is easy to read and accurate. I take on many diverse jobs, but where I really need accuracy is when I'm doing finish carpentry work. I recently cut a piece of luan to repair an antique door. I took the measurements at the job site and then went back to my workshop to cut the piece. I used the DoubleTape both times and the piece was spot on. Maybe it could just be me, but whenever I use my Stanley tape for precise work things never quite fit right. So whatever it is--the readability of the scale, the good standout length, or the exact 3 inch width of the housing when making measurements to the back of the tape measure (Why do some brands make their tapes measures in odd sizes like 3-3/8" ?), this tape works for me. I wish the quality of construction were a little better. The belt hook fell off the second time I used it. I had to replace the cheap little screw holding it on with something more substantial, and haven't had any more problems since. I think the tape measure may only last about the same as any other, but Amazon had such an amazing price on it that I decided to order 2 more and keep them in reserve.