Klein Tools CL490 vs Southwire 21550T

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Klein Tools CL490 is the better clamp meter overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The Southwire 21550T costs $11.09 less ($90.57 vs $101.66).

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Klein Tools CL490 vs Southwire 21550T

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every AC/DC clamp meter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightKlein Tools CL490Southwire 21550T
Overall rating3.7/53.4/5
Current range 15%46 400 A through the jaw46 400 A through the jaw
DC current 15%100 DC current to 400 A through the jaw100 DC current to 400 A through the jaw
Safety rating 20%55 CAT III 600 V55 CAT III 600 V
Features 15%50 true RMS, non-contact voltage, temperature, DC microamps45 true RMS, non-contact voltage, temperature
Accuracy 10%67 2% of reading50 current accuracy not published (neutral score used)
Jaw opening 5%70 41 mm jaw50 jaw opening not published (neutral score used)
Warranty 10%50 2-year warranty0 warranty not published, scored as none
Price 10%69 $101.6674 $90.57

Specifications

Klein Tools CL490Southwire 21550T
Measurement
AC current (jaw)400 A400 A
DC current (jaw)400 A400 A
DC microamps (leads)200 uA-
Voltage600 V-
Current accuracy2% of reading-
Jaw opening41 mm-
Safety
CAT ratingCAT III 600 VCAT III 600 V
Features
True RMSYesYes
InrushNo-
LoZ modeNo-
Non-contact voltageYesYes
Low-pass filterNo-
TemperatureYesYes
Phone appNo-
Build
Weight346 g-
Warranty2 years-

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