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Blue STRAIT-LINE 25-ft Tape Measure

Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN Blue STRAIT-LINE 25-ft Tape Measure

4.6
217
Review
 4.6 out of 5
217 Reviews


89% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

This tape measure has a mix of positive and negative attributes. Customers praised its good design features like the long standout, finger brake, and clear double-sided markings. They found it durable, sturdy, and easy to use. However, many reported quality issues, with the tape measure breaking or malfunctioning after a short period. Some felt it was overpriced for the quality. Overall, the product offers useful features, but the quality and durability appear inconsistent, with many customers expressing disappointment.

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217 Customer Reviews

Tape

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this tape measure for outside projects, such as building. I like the easy to read, large numbers. The tape measure case is very comfortable in the hand and the finger brake works very well, I use it very often.

October 2, 2023

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tape measurer

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] this is a great tape measurer to have when you do not need a longer tape measure that is to have as a back up to a bigger one. also it is a great starter tape measure for a new person starting out in the field of construction.

October 1, 2023

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Very Handy Tape Measure

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really love this 25 ft Strait-line tape measure.The wide tape is very easy to read.It also hooks onto your work and stays put until you get the accurate measurement. Nice and strongly constructed of good materials. I would recommend this tape for pros and amateurs alike!!

September 29, 2023

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Well done tape that is feature rich and ergonomic.

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This tape definitely hits all the boxes for my tape measure requirements. Wide blade with long standout, measurements on both sides of the blade, and a button that holds well but isn’t too stiff or soft. And the finger groove through the case to control the tape is important to me. The soft touch of the case is a nice touch too. One thing that I am not a fan of is the belt clip. I have found these style of clips to be flimsy and weak compared t...

September 29, 2023

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It's NOT just a different color tape measure!

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The first thing I noticed was the 17 foot stand-out claim and I immediately had doubts. Everyone makes these claims and they never pan out. And 17 feet was far beyond any claim I had seen before. So I had to put it to the test before anything else. Irwin lived up to the claim. And this was not just a limp, sagging, just hanging on stand-out I have come to know from past measures. There was very little arc in the tape and it held. The end hook w...

September 29, 2023

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Awesome Tape Measure

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am adding a 26 x 18 addition onto my Lake cabin. This tape has been invaluable! I especially love that measurements are on both sides of the tape. This is super helpful when it is extended long distances up against the wall.

September 29, 2023

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25' Tape measure

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] 25' Straight Line Tape measure. Good weight, feels good in the hand. No Issues that I can see. Nice big numbers, nice that they are on the bottom as well. Hook seems to be tight and not wobbly. I have few Irwin Tape measures all have performed as they should

September 29, 2023

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My father's new favorite!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This tape measure is superior with reach. Extends to roughly 12 ft. It's awesome they added a "finger stop" at the bottom which adds to the speed of the tape and this is my new favorite as well as my dad's.

September 29, 2023

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One Handed 10ft Reach

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's a tape measure and measures things accurately. It has a really good reach before breaking, so far 10ft without support, and grips lumber well. I've mainly used it to measure out rooms for flooring estimates so the long reach helps. The tape has large clearly visible markings down to the 16th on both sides with a sight window in the body. The belt clip is firm and holds on tight.

September 29, 2023

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Tough Tape

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the 25 ft STRAIT-LINE tape and have worked with it. It is a very durable tape, the measuring tape itself is very durable tape and is easy to read with the large numbering. I actually extended the tape out 14 ft with no buckling. I checked to make sure the tape was accurate from start to 10 ft, it checked out right on the money. The only concern I have is the finger stop on this unit. I like it but I feel I will have to keep a che...

September 29, 2023

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Stand out

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great Tape measure. Especially the finger stop and the coated blade. Great addition for any tradesman or DIY’er. Has great stand out also. The blade is thicker than most tape measures which makes it great for everyday wear and tear.

September 29, 2023

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A great tape with some great features

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This tape measure has some great features. Pros: • It has a rubberized case for shock in case of being dropped. • The tape itself is wide and is easy to read from either side. • To avoid breaking at the end, the tape is reinforced with and extra layer of plastic • The tape hook is double sided so you can grab from either side. Con: • The tape is so well made and has great protection giving it a heavier weight than other 25’ tapes. Overall, it i...

September 28, 2023

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Awesome tapes

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Using my Irwin Stait-line tape measure makes measurements super accurate and less hassling. I was measuring spacing inside a commercial space for a new HVAC installation. Working sole and taking measurements on a 15 ft ladder was very easy with Irwin strait-line measuring tape.

September 28, 2023

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Handy Handles

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using this tape to do plumbing layouts and take offs and it handles like a dream . The finger stop has to be the most comfortable that I have ever used. She doesn’t hold on to sand and debris like some of the others.

September 28, 2023

From irwin.com

Best tape measure that I have ever seen!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I recently received the new 25ft straight line tape measure, I really love it. The large numbers make it easy for an old man to read without putting on my glasses. I also like the numbers on both sides of the tape, this is a great idea. This tape quickly became my Go-To tape in my most used tool box. The way it is built looks like it might outlast me. This is the kind of quality product that I have come to expect from your company,

September 28, 2023

From irwin.com

Best Tape Measure ever

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the Irwin 25'tape measure 2 weeks ago. It is the only tape measure I use because of the 12.5' standoff and the fill of the tape. I also love the ease of reading the size of the numbers on the tape.

September 28, 2023

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A better mouse trap

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have a been taking measurements for an upcoming remodel. This tape measure is very easy to read. At times when I have had to size things on the ceiling, the stiffness of the tape allows me to extend it out in an inverted loop to take measurements. Great non collapsing ability. when extended. It is a little heavier than I'm used to but I got used to it right away. Positive locking. My new go to tape.

September 27, 2023

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Impressive addition to any toolbox

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This straight line tape measure couldn’t have come at a more critical time. I am in the middle of a kitchen remodel and just started building cabinets. The easy to read increments have made the process so much faster. The two sided tape is convenient for those two person projects like hanging upper cabinets when your hands are full. Getting exact dimensions for crown molding is so much easier with the extended reach, and the retraction contr...

September 26, 2023

From irwin.com

Good tape measure

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The irwin strait-line tape measure is well made. Belt clip works good. Doesn't slip off belt when bending over. I got my tape measure to 18' before it dropped. It has a retraction control to dlow tape down, but what i likeabout it is when I'm measuring above my head i can simply look up at bottom on tape and readcthe measurements instead of turning the tape and having it unhook and fall. Dual sided hook and double sided tape is very helpful.

September 26, 2023

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Excellent tape

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Really liked the tab where the tape feeds out of, very sturdy tape and I wish I hadn't left it out for my four boys to find and destroy in about two hours. I can definitely recommend this tape if you or your crew is gentler than a pack of young kids but I had to dock a star because they managed to tear out the tape pretty quickly. Would definitely get another, but would keep it out of young hands a little better

September 26, 2023

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