REIDEA Body Measuring Tape 60in (150cm), Ergnomic (Lock Pin/Push-Button Retract), Incl. Bonus Kit (1x 79in Clothing Measure Tape, 1 x 60in Mini Retractable Tape Measure), Black

This is an ingenious and simple tape measure that is particularly easy to use. Once the free end of the tape is extended around the body part of interest and inserted into its notched holder, a simple button press will apply just enough tension to take up any slack in a consistent and repeatable manner. Then and pressing the ‘Eject’ button, releases this free end of the tape, keeping its exact length in place, and the measurement can then be read. The accuracy of these circumference measurements can quickly be verified by using any available cylinder a few inches or larger in diameter. Simply measure its diameter (either in inches or cm) as accurately as possible then multiply this value by pi (or 3.14); this will be the exact circumference of the cylinder. Now use the Reidea tape to measure the same circumference and compare values. They should be virtually identical. Further, problems of the tape’s free end hook breaking off can easily be prevented by simply holding the free end of the tape while it’s being retracted – simply, just don’t let this free end, uncontrollably, retract into its case at full speed. Most of these complaints of breakage, I strongly suspect, are user-related errors and not design flaws with this device.

Wow, this little device is a godsend. It makes it super easy to take measurements without guessing. It's super easy to use and it is just really convenient. I bought this to help me track my fitness level (and shrinking waistline) and found that it works beautifully on my wrists, bicep, thighs, calves, etc. It's just great. no more bending over and hoping you aren't pulling too tight or not pulling the tapemeasure tight enough - the tape is actually a nice, smooth, someonewhat weighty material that eliminates the bunching and wrinkling I always experienced with tradtional tape measures. Just makes things easier, and I'm happy about that.

I have not compared the measurements I got with another source...there are other reviewers that did so you can read their review for that info. My review is based on ease of use. It is easy(ish) to get your own measurements but it takes a little extra work on your part. 1. The tab that hooks in slides out REALLY easily so you have to hold that in place while using another finger or hand to click the button to bring the tape taut. 2. If you just unhook it and bring it up to read the measurement there is a chance you wont get an accrete measurement because part of the tape may slip back inside. To solve this once you have the tape where you want it you have to press your finger on the tape where it comes out and hold that in place while you unhook it and bring it up to read the measurement to assure you are getting a correct reading. While these are two things I wish they would correct to make getting body measurements easier I can work around them.

Body measuring tape is a must have

Works great

Good concept but a little difficult to use.

This is a nifty little measuring tape. I like how you can use it regularly or lock it in to tighten as needed. This is going to come in handy for sewing projects and ordering clothes.

Love it

Good but delayed really and not arrived as promised

Works well for the cost. The tape part falls out of the slot sometimes when measuring so that's kind of annoying. The retraction part is a little loose but for the price it works really well.

This is a great measuring tool- was a little concerned that some other reviews had said there was some issues with the eject button. I have found this great and been using regularly to measure myself and had no issues what's so ever. It's so much easier than using a regular tape to ensure accurate measurements!

I find that a regular tape measure works as well too.

I bought it to get measurements on clients, and it really help me made my life easier.