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Yellow Self Lock 25-ft Auto Lock Tape Measure

Ratings & Reviews for Kobalt Yellow Self Lock 25-ft Auto Lock Tape Measure

4.8
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 4.8 out of 5
241 Reviews

3 Star
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94% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this tape measure for its reliable self-locking mechanism that holds the tape securely at any length without manual intervention. The bright neon yellow-green color with high-contrast black markings makes it highly visible and easy to read, even in low-light conditions. Most reviewers highlight exceptional value for money, noting premium features like decimal-to-fraction conversions and double-sided markings despite the affordable price. A few report concerns about tape stiffness beyond 3-5 feet, though these isolated criticisms do not diminish the strongly positive overall verdict.

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241 Customer Reviews

good product

Would Recommend

easy to use.

September 7, 2025
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Very dependable measuring tool.

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Light weight. Easy to use. Easily holds extended positions until YOU decide to retract the tape.

September 6, 2025
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great tape

I love the design of the auto lock feature on this tape. It was exactly what i was looking for.

August 30, 2025
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Tape measure with decimal to fraction conversions

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Like the fact that the front hook of the tape measure is on both sides and measuring markings are large and very visible

August 17, 2025
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Lose it and you know where to find another one!

Like the self lock and the fact that it's 25'. It has to accommodate whatever project I'm doing. This one does not have a clip on the side to put it on your belt...I'm good at what I do and sometimes that includes having to buy another one because I can't find where I put it. An improvement might be to have a built in chip ;-)

August 15, 2025
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Great product

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I love that there is a reflective side to the measuring tape, making it easier to see in low lighting, whether working outside or inside. The self locking mechanism is a wonderful bonus.

August 14, 2025
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Great tool

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Very handy

August 14, 2025
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Well constructed !

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I like the auto lock and the retract button is at a convenient location.

August 13, 2025
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-easy to read numbers/measurements

This product was very helpful. It made measuring to the exact L/W easy.

August 11, 2025
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Glides like a dream. Self locking.

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Was the cheapest in the aisle at 25ft length. Bright color so easy to spot on job site.

August 10, 2025
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Reliable

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Love the self lock feature. Sturdy and durable. Quick and easy to use.

August 8, 2025
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It was a good product at a good price.

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I like the fraction measurements displayed on the tape.

August 7, 2025
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