10 Best Tape Measures UK 2022 | Stanley, Milwaukee and More

American brand Stanley is the world's largest supplier of hand tools, so it's no surprise that we've selected their much-loved FatMax tape as our top product! Coming in 5, 8 and 10 m lengths, the FatMax is a certified classic for anyone who regularly needs to measure items or surfaces.

Featuring both metric and imperial systems on the one side, this is a no-fuss tape that's simple to use. The mylar-coated blade is durable too, providing up to 10 times more resistance to wear and tear than regular metal. 10 metres long and weighing in at just 160 g, the lightweight FatMax is every builder's favourite tape! 

Prym is a brand that's well-known for creating high-quality haberdashery products. It's Germany's longest-standing family-run business, dating back to 1530! So, this is a tape measure that you know you can trust when it comes to sewing and crafts.

The design has coloured decimetric zones, which make it easier to read and will help to minimise measurement mistakes. The press stud will also keep this polyester blended tape in perfect condition by eliminating any chance of it getting twisted and bent out of shape. 

If the idea of a laser meter caught your attention in the buying guide, then this terrific tool by Hanmer is for you! It has a built-in, rechargeable lithium battery that will guide your line markings for up to five continuous hours when fully charged.

The laser's measurements are configured and easily read from the top of the tape in digital form. Plus, the included 5 m of tape features a hardwearing nylon coating and a magnetic end. It also shows the metric system, making this product a complete measuring machine with a digital edge that'll enhance any builder's day. 

We're convinced that for the incredibly low price, this 30 m surveyor tape by Am-Tech is one of the best options that you'll find online! The fibreglass, double-sided tape has been finished with a reinforced metal ring, allowing you to hook the casing onto your chosen point and start reeling out the tape. 

As the case is constructed from rubber, it has an ergonomic design that's made to fit perfectly in the hand and will easily resist being knocked or dropped. Don't hang about deliberating on this one, pick it up today!

Milwaukee is a market leader in the tool industry, producing a popular selection of builder's drills and tools for close to 100 years. Their magnetic tape may not have the same acclaim as their drill range, but that doesn't make it any less of a good product. 

This is a compact tape that comes equipped with 8 m of strong, nylon-coated steel blade ― plus, it has a heavy-duty magnet riveted to the end. This powerful magnet will ensure that builders and DIYers alike can get the job done swiftly and with confidence!

Professional tailors and sewing specialists should definitely consider this 2-pack of flexible, case-less tapes by Alfya. Both are made from fibreglass and are 150 cm long, which is the tried and tested industry standard for tailoring.

Furthermore, each tape is double-sided, so you can use the metric system for certain garments and the imperial for body measurements. A fantastic set of tapes that's certainly worth the low price!

If it's length you're searching for, we recommend this high tensile fibreglass surveyor's tape from British brand Draper. It's available in either 50 or 100 m, so you could even measure out an area the size of a  full-sized football pitch if needed!

The tape's winding mechanism will help you reel in all those metres in a breeze, ensuring your time spent squaring up is easy. The only hitch is that the case is made entirely of ABS plastic, which is fairly strong but isn't entirely indestructible.

Tolson has packed a lot of great features into this pocket tape's construction, especially considering the affordable price. The biggest pro is that the blade benefits from the traditional pairing of a yellow nylon coating with black and red numbers, making the measurements very visible. 

Also included are some rubberised, impact-resistant points on the case, which help to prolong the tape's life. The overall quality isn't quite to the same high standard as the pocket tapes at the top of our ranking, but this is still a well-made item that's worth checking out.

This 150 m tape by LiteTour has a uniquely sleek design, making it a must-have for sewing enthusiasts who want their workspace to look good. The fact that it's retractable and comes in a solid case also makes it stand out from the typical tailoring tapes around.

One thing to be aware of is that the tape itself is black, which can make it much harder to read the measurements. Some shoppers may therefore feel that this option is a little too style over substance.

This inexpensive pocket tape comes equipped with 5 m of lockable tape to help you size up everyday measurements with ease. Unfortunately though, the tape is white instead of the industry-preferred yellow, making it a little harder to spot the measurements from a distance. 

Also, this particular tape by Coral only offers the metric system, so it won't suit those who prefer to work in feet and inches. Despite this controversial choice, we think it's a budget-friendly buy.