Hantek 2C42
#1 in Under 50 MHzFull review
A compact 40 MHz scope-multimeter for automotive and appliance repair.
Amazon $115.99$115.99
40 MHz250 MSa/s2Handheld
2.8/5
A 40 MHz 3-in-1 handheld from a known scope maker, for repair and field checks.
- 40 MHzBandwidth
- 250 MSa/sSample rate
- 2Channels
Check price at Amazon$155
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 20,000-count multimeter and generator
- About 6 hours on a 4,400 mAh battery
Cons
- 40 MHz only
- Listing says no standalone battery is sold with it
- Listing does not state memory or a warranty
The OWON HDS handheld family
Every OWON HDS handheld model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own bandwidth.
| Model | Bandwidth | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| OWON HDS242S (this one) | 40 MHz | 2.8/5 | $155 |
| OWON HDS272S | 70 MHz | 3.1/5 | $184.99 |
| OWON HDS2202S | 200 MHz | 3.6/5 | $309 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its bandwidth. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | HDS242S |
|---|---|
| Scope | |
| Claimed bandwidth | 40 MHz |
| Sample rate | 250 MSa/s |
| Channels | 2 |
| Serial decode | No |
| Extras | |
| Multimeter | Yes, 20,000 counts |
| Signal generator | Yes |
| Build | |
| Type | Handheld |
| Display | 3.5 in |
| Built-in battery | Yes, 4,400 mAh |
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