These were excellent tape measures for working on a workbench or countertop. Very accurate markings and a good lock. The only problem I had was that I needed them to measure the floor and most of the time I tried to read them standing up. At this distance, all clear characters merged into one, and it was very difficult to read them. It doesn't even take into account whether the rooms were dark/unlit or full of clutter that needs to be bypassed.