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Jul 17, 2026 9:53 AM

25' Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure w/ Fractional Scale

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Home Depot has 25' Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure w/ Fractional Scale (42-22-1725) on sale for $11.97. Shipping is free. Otherwise, select free store pickup where stock permits.

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Product Details:
  • Stiff Blade
  • Anti-Tear Coating Reinforces the First 6" of Blade
  • Fractional Scale
  • Finger Stop Protects from Blade Retraction
  • Impact Resistant Body
  • Smooth Retraction
  • 12' Reach, 9' Standout
  • Wire Form Belt Clip Reduces Pocket Tearing
  • Lanyard Loop
  • 1" Wide Blade

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  • This offer matches this Popular Frontpage Deal which received over 70 Thumbs Up from the community.
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 300 Home Depot customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Rokket | Staff
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Home Depot has 25' Milwaukee Compact Tape Measure w/ Fractional Scale (42-22-1725) on sale for $11.97. Shipping is free. Otherwise, select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for sharing this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Product Details:
  • Stiff Blade
  • Anti-Tear Coating Reinforces the First 6" of Blade
  • Fractional Scale
  • Finger Stop Protects from Blade Retraction
  • Impact Resistant Body
  • Smooth Retraction
  • 12' Reach, 9' Standout
  • Wire Form Belt Clip Reduces Pocket Tearing
  • Lanyard Loop
  • 1" Wide Blade

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • This offer matches this Popular Frontpage Deal which received over 70 Thumbs Up from the community.
  • Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 300 Home Depot customer reviews.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Rokket | Staff

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This Milwaukee 25 foot compact tape measure stands out for its sturdy feel, long standout, and handy finger brake groove, with the fractional scale adding a practical touch for quick measurements. The compact size is meant to fit easily in a tool bag or pocket, though the tape is repeatedly described as heavy and not especially compact. The blade is printed on one side only, and the tape can twist or bend when extended, especially past about 4 to 5 feet. A solid option if those tradeoffs do not matter.

  • The tape measure can feel sturdy and includes a long standout for reaching farther.

  • The fractional scale helps with quick measurements without extra conversion steps.

  • The finger brake groove under the base can make it easier to hold the tape naturally.

  • The long standout can be useful for measuring wider areas when the tape is extended.

  • The tape measure can feel heavy and less compact than expected for a pocket or bag.

  • The measurements appear to be printed on only one side, which can limit convenience.

  • The tape can twist and bend when extended beyond about 4-5 feet, making measuring frustrating.

  • The locking and smoothness can vary by unit, and some locks may require extra force.

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Jul 20, 2026 3:52 AM
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handoggJul 20, 2026 3:52 AM
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happy with my FREE w/ purchase harbor freight version/s
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Jul 21, 2026 1:28 PM
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Joined Mar 2014
StephenT6292Jul 21, 2026 1:28 PM
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Milwaukee makes great power tools. Their tape measures and hand tools are garbage though.
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Jul 21, 2026 3:02 PM
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RugerRedhawkJul 21, 2026 3:02 PM
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Quote from eeagle View quoted comment :
I bought this last sale based on the "compact size" and found it every bit as large and heavy as my DeWalt measure that is also printed on both sides that occasionally comes in handy.
Is the dewalt $12
Jul 21, 2026 7:37 PM
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Joined Dec 2014
jlbriseno82Jul 21, 2026 7:37 PM
42 Comments
It's sturdy, in for one.
Jul 22, 2026 2:40 AM
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Joined Oct 2025
WittyDesk5955Jul 22, 2026 2:40 AM
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Are these good tape measures
Jul 23, 2026 12:10 AM
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Joined Nov 2008
rsax777Jul 23, 2026 12:10 AM
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$19 here.
Jul 23, 2026 12:31 PM
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JLFORBESJul 23, 2026 12:31 PM
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Here is a video comparing tape measures which you might find helpful. Project Farm https://youtu.be/6517aSbzlyE

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Jul 24, 2026 3:42 PM
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goggslicksterJul 24, 2026 3:42 PM
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I have the Milwaukee compact magnetic. I think I actually got a two pack for less than $20, about two years ago, got lucky. But this is a good deal still. It is very sturdy, has long standout, and mine is printed on both sides, though I can only think of 1 or 2 times in my life I wished it was printed on the other side. Oddly, best feature I love is the "finger brake", a groove under the base, to hold down the tape with your finger, in a very natural position. Of course you can finger brake with any tape, but have to stretch your index finger out a bit. But this Milwaukee feels natural. I know DeWalt and a few others have it too. It's a nice feature if possible.

I do have a gripe about it. The standout is long, great. But as you stretch the tape out, many times, just twist the tape about 20-30 degrees from horizontal, and the tape easily twists, bends, and falls straight down, forcing to pull it back and try again. Try to measure something longer than 4-5 feet, have to measure width of a standing countertop for example, measuring it sideways a bit, and it's frustrating when it twists and falls.

One thing you'll want to look out for is, my previous Craftsman tape had this issue, the lock took some force to lock the tape in place. I tested the Milwaukee's before choosing the one to purchase. They don't all have a smooth, easy locking mechanism, some take a bit more force, all brands.

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