Elikliv EM4K
#3 in DigitalFull review
A 4K HDMI coin and soldering scope with a battery, for buyers who are fine focusing by hand. It costs about the same as the autofocus EM4K-AF.
Amazon $169.99$169.99
The Elikliv EM4K is the better microscope overall, rated 3.9 to 2.9. The Elikliv EM4K leads on optics, features and viewing. The TOMLOV DM9 Max wins on warranty and price. The TOMLOV DM9 Max costs $40 less ($129.99 vs $169.99).
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TOMLOV DM9 Max
#12 in DigitalFull review
A bigger-screen DM9 with a taller stand that suits coin collectors and occasional soldering. Choose a 4K model if you plan to record or use a large monitor.
Amazon $129.99$129.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Elikliv EM4K for optics (2,160p live/video resolution vs 1,080p live/video resolution), features (remote, built-in battery vs remote) and viewing (8 in screen, HDMI, PC vs 10.1 in screen, PC).
- Choose the TOMLOV DM9 Max for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and price ($129.99 vs $169.99).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every digital microscope; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Elikliv EM4K | TOMLOV DM9 Max |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Price 10% | 59 $169.99 | 74 $129.99 |
| Optics 25% | 100 2,160p live/video resolution | 25 1,080p live/video resolution |
| Working distance 15% | 100 160 mm working distance | 50 working distance not published (neutral score used) |
| Viewing 20% | 79 8 in screen, HDMI, PC | 70 10.1 in screen, PC |
| Features 20% | 30 remote, built-in battery | 15 remote |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Elikliv EM4K | TOMLOV DM9 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics and imaging | ||
| Video resolution | 4K 2160p 30 fps | 1080p |
| Photo resolution (stated) | 52 MP | 20 MP |
| Magnification claim (not scored) | 2-2000x | 5-1500x |
| Working distance | 160 mm | - |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Viewing and output | ||
| Screen | 8 in | 10.1 in |
| Outputs | HDMI, PC | PC |
| Measurement software | No | No |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| Stand and lighting | ||
| Stand | Pillar | Pillar |
| Stand height | 10 in | 12.6 in |
| Lights | Top | Top |
| Built-in battery | Yes | No |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |