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Tester model: UM24C with graphic display and Bluetooth interface

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TL;DR

  • UM24C USB tester adds Bluetooth to the UM24 base model and pairs it with a 1.44-inch color display.
  • It measures 4.50-24.0V and 0.00A-3.00A, shows voltage/current graphs, logs 10 memory groups, and offers Chinese/English menus with 90° screen rotation.
  • A standout feature measures USB cable resistance and voltage drop, helping compare factory and non-original cables.
  • Bluetooth lets a PC, Android, or iOS app read, log, and control measurements; the BT version uses a red status LED and slightly more power.
  • Measured consumption is 0.069-0.085W with the screen off and 0.135-0.155W with it on, and the backlight can distort powerbank capacity tests.
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Delivered in a tasteful tin box. The inside is lined with a tightly fitted sponge, so you have to pull a little to get it out of the box. ;)
The tester comes in two versions: UM24 without Bluetooth interface and UM24C with Bluetooth. The difference in the bottom PCB, where or not the Bluetooth interface is soldered.



The meter itself is quite an interesting design with a few unique features, especially one. It is the measurement of the power cable resistance. And the ability to control its functions from a smartphone, of course also from a computer.

The meter has a color display with a diagonal of 1.44 '.
Its measuring range is 4.50-24.0V / 0.00A-3.00A.
The resolution is 0.01V and the accuracy class is 1%.
When connected to the power supply with any button pressed, we enter the menu, in which we can set the Chinese or English language and reset its settings. Nothing fancy so it's not there.
However, an interesting feature is that the displayed image can be turned every 90 ° so that the measurement results are most conveniently read.



In each screen there is a "Help" button and there we get instructions what each button can do on a given screen. A distinction is made between a short press and a long press. Help available in the selected language.



The exact dimensions are available in this picture.
However, the available information screens without the help menu are shown below.



As you can see - the first one measures the voltage, current, temperature of the device and the following calculated: capacity in mAh, energy in mWh, current power in W and load resistance.
The device has 10 memory cells in which we can view the results of previously made measurements: groups 0-9 menu.

On the second screen, in addition to voltage, current and temperature, we have the voltage on the D + and D- cores and the recognized fast charging mode, if, of course, the charger provides one.

On the third screen, we have capacity, work and time.
Another interesting feature is the ability to set the load from which the meter is to record parameters. This is a nice option that allows you not to count the cable connected to the output of the device (some have resistors and take a little current) or to eliminate the idle run of the powerbank, which uses some electricity for indicators and its electronics without charging the battery anymore.

Another interesting fact on the fourth screen - measurement of the resistance and voltage drop of the connecting cable. Here we can check what quality cable we have. It is worth comparing the difference between the factory cable and the non-original one. The differences are sometimes colossal, so we will not be surprised why the phone is so slow to charge on this cable. This is quite a unique feature.
It is true that I managed in a different way without it and I had information about the quality of the cable, but here the manufacturer gave such a cymes and praise him for it.

The fifth and sixth screens use the capabilities of the graphic screen and we have a voltage and current graph.
On the last screen, we can set the timeoutscreen (unfortunately consumes some electricity, so its lighting falsifies the results of measuring the powerbank's capacity), the brightness level and the temperature display in C or F.
And now the most important highlight of the program - the Bluetooth interface. With its help, we can read and log measurement data on the computer. This is what the program looks like, which is additionally paid:



As well as recently, a program for Android and iOS has been available that allows you to view the parameters and control the meter.



As you can see, this is the Polish language version. The project is free and will be developed.
This is how it can be seen on the meter screen:



I would like to add that the BT version has a red LED on the side, which flashes when the device is not connected and lights up permanently when connected. At this point, the device's screen is also turned on.
Current consumption with screen on and off.



Consumption is slightly lower without Bluetooth interface.
And an example of the help menu.



And here after flipping the screen.



In the background, you can see a candidate for the next article. This is by the way.
The current consumption with the screen off varies 0.069-0.085W, with the switched on from 0.135-0.155W.
In line with the blinking of the BT diode. After establishing a connection, the consumption increases by 0.02-0.08W.

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Comments

Deepone 19 Feb 2018 20:45

Where and for how much can you buy it? [Read more]

kkknc 19 Feb 2018 21:15

UM24C DC Voltmeter Ammeter Voltage Current Tester Meters USB Capacity Monitor Detector qc2.0 Fast Battery Charger Power Bank http://s.aliexpress.com/yMFNvInq?fromSns=Copy to Clipboard (from AliExpress... [Read more]

adversus 19 Feb 2018 23:04

I see a friend @kkknc or maybe Jacek presents here and he sells on OLX, I have the impression that even the same photos are ... I wonder how good it is, because it's a bit of a free advertisement... [Read more]

kkknc 19 Feb 2018 23:23

I do not see there that someone from OLX was directing here and here on OLX. But I will see if someone took my photos. [Read more]

adversus 19 Feb 2018 23:29

Maybe it's just a coincidence :) that what a colleague presents here, someone else has such an assortment on offer ... [Read more]

kkknc 19 Feb 2018 23:41

There are fewer things in the assortment and not everything overlaps. I also watched. Other descriptions and a distance of 30 kilometers. I also have the usual UM24 without BT. I have 35W loads, which... [Read more]

piotrva 20 Feb 2018 11:36

I was able to work out the communication protocol: https://www.eevblog.com/forum/chat/find-a-nice-and-cheap-usb-color-display-tester/msg1429310/#msg1429310 [Read more]

kkknc 20 Feb 2018 12:49

Well, it boasts. :) [Read more]

tplewa 20 Feb 2018 20:08

He he will come in handy, just some time ago I also ordered this tester in the BT version (included with the QC trigger) and it should be in PL soon (at least one package from orders that day is already... [Read more]

kkknc 31 Mar 2018 13:56

For my part, I also highly recommend the HIDANCE store. I also buy from nothing. And once I got the thing, unfortunately not working. So for Chinese terms, they responded fairly quickly. Because I think... [Read more]

tplewa 03 Apr 2018 16:47

Well, I think I will hold back (I have enough of these testers at home) from what I can see USB-C ... the rest, looking at it quickly, are probably just frills (colors etc.) In total, for some time in... [Read more]

kkknc 03 Apr 2018 17:38

The tester has not changed, there are some things in the software. And it's up to 5A. [Read more]

tplewa 03 Apr 2018 18:01

@kkknc When you order, take some photos of the PCB to compare what they changed in the hardware :) On the other hand, there may be some haunted person who wants to create their own firmware on this... [Read more]

kkknc 03 Apr 2018 18:46

There is. Just time. ;) [Read more]

tplewa 03 Apr 2018 18:54

And calmly, as they say, "it is not burning" - just as more out of curiosity as you will be making a description :) [Read more]

FAQ

TL;DR: The UM24C USB tester logs 4.50–24.0 V and up to 3.00 A with 1 % accuracy, and, as one reviewer put it, "This is quite a unique feature"—referring to its cable-resistance test [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] Collect data via Bluetooth or PC.

Why it matters: It lets makers verify chargers, cables and powerbanks without lab gear.

Quick Facts

• Voltage range 4.50 – 24.0 V, current 0 – 3.00 A, 1 % accuracy [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] • 1.44-inch color TFT, four-way 90° rotation [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] • 10 on-board memory groups + real-time Bluetooth logging [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] • Power draw: 0.069–0.085 W (screen off), 0.135–0.155 W (on) [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] • Typical price PLN 78 (≈ US $20) incl. QC trigger [Elektroda, tplewa, post #17051583]

What is the UM24C and how does it differ from the UM24?

UM24C is a USB volt-amp meter that adds a Bluetooth module and status LED to the standard UM24 hardware. The core specs—4.50–24 V, 0–3 A, 0.01 V resolution—stay unchanged. Current consumption is slightly higher with Bluetooth; the non-BT model draws a bit less power [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

What measurement ranges and accuracy can I expect?

The tester covers 4.50–24.0 V and 0.00–3.00 A with 0.01 V resolution and a 1 % accuracy rating [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] Temperature, capacity (mAh), energy (mWh), power (W) and load resistance are calculated internally. A second screen also reports D+ and D– voltages plus detected fast-charging mode [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

How do I rotate the display for easier reading?

Hold any button while powering the tester, enter the menu, and tap the rotation option. Each press rotates the screen 90° until the desired orientation appears [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

Can I log data on a phone or computer?

Yes. The Bluetooth version streams live data to a paid Windows app and a free Android/iOS app (Polish UI available). Graphs of voltage and current can be viewed in real time and exported for later analysis [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

What is the Bluetooth pairing process and power impact?

Press the connect icon in the mobile or PC app; the red side LED turns solid once paired. Idle power rises by 0.02–0.08 W during an active connection, reaching about 0.155 W with the screen lit [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

How do I measure my USB cable’s resistance?

Follow this 3-step check:
  1. Plug the cable between the tester and load, then open Screen 4.
  2. Apply at least the load current you usually draw.
  3. Read the displayed resistance (Ω) and voltage drop (V); compare cables directly. Many users find factory cables 2–3 × lower resistance than cheap replacements [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

Where can I buy the UM24C and what does it cost?

Forum members bought from the HIDANCE store on AliExpress for PLN 77.67, including a QC trigger and shipping (about US $20) [Elektroda, tplewa, post #17051583] Similar listings appear under “UM24C USB Capacity Monitor” on AliExpress and OLX.

Is there a newer model I should consider?

Yes. The successor is the UM25/UM25C, rated up to 5 A and offering cosmetic interface tweaks. Hardware changes appear minimal, but firmware adds USB-C compatibility and extra color themes [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17140065]

What software options are available and do they cost extra?

A commercial Windows logger shows multi-tab graphs and CSV export. A community Android/iOS app is free and open to updates; it already supports Polish language [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]

What pitfalls or edge cases should I watch for?

Leaving the display backlight on during long powerbank tests can over-report capacity by up to 6 % because the tester consumes 0.135–0.155 W itself [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444] Disable the screen or subtract its draw for accurate results.

How do I clear stored measurement data?

Hold any button while connecting power, select “Reset settings,” and confirm. All ten memory groups (0–9) erase in one action [Elektroda, kkknc, post #17048444]
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