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Fence Testers, Reels and Tools

Fence Testers, Reels and Tools Compared

8 fence testers, reels and tools, $15.99 to $169.99, from Field Guardian, Gallagher, Patriot, Speedrite and Zareba.

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Fence Testers, Reels and Tools at a Glance

Lowest price

Zareba

Zareba T-Post Polytape Insulators 25 Pack

$15.99

  • Type: T-post insulator kit
  • Capacity: 25 insulators; tape up to 2 in.
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Middle of the range

Field Guardian

Field Guardian 6 ft. Complete Grounding Kit

$72.70

4.1 of 5 from 13 reviews at Home Depot

  • Type: Ground rod kit
  • Capacity: Three 1/2 in. x 6 ft. rods, 3 clamps, 50 ft. wire
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Top of the range

Speedrite

Speedrite Mega Geared Reel SR021

$169.99

  • Type: Geared fence reel, 3:1
  • Capacity: 3,300 ft. polywire / 1,320 ft. 1/2 in. tape
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Every Fence Testers, Reels and Tool Compared

ModelPriceTypeRangeCapacityWhere to buy
Zareba T-Post Polytape Insulators 25 PackPrice$15.99TypeT-post insulator kitRange—Capacity25 insulators; tape up to 2 in.Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →
Zareba 8-Light Voltage TesterPrice$34.99Type8-light fence testerRange600 to 7,000 VCapacity—Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →
Gallagher Econo ReelPrice$56.99TypeFence reelRange—Capacity1,640 ft. polywire / 656 ft. tapeWhere to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →
Patriot Digital Voltmeter 806217Price$69.99TypeDigital fence voltmeterRange200 to 9,900 VCapacity—Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →
Field Guardian 6 ft. Complete Grounding KitPrice$72.70TypeGround rod kitRange—CapacityThree 1/2 in. x 6 ft. rods, 3 clamps, 50 ft. wireWhere to buyCheck price at Home Depot →
Gallagher Digital Volt MeterPrice$79.99TypeDigital fence voltmeterRangeUp to 12 kVCapacity—Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →
Gallagher Geared Medium ReelPrice$116.99TypeGeared fence reel, 3:1Range—Capacity1,640 ft. polywire / 656 ft. tapeWhere to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →
Speedrite Mega Geared Reel SR021Price$169.99TypeGeared fence reel, 3:1Range—Capacity3,300 ft. polywire / 1,320 ft. 1/2 in. tapeWhere to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply →

Prices last checked October 2026. Freight is extra unless noted.

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Questions

Fence Testers, Reels and Tools: Common Questions

How much does a fence tool cost?

The 8 fence tools on this site run $15.99 to $169.99, checked October 2026. The lowest priced is the Zareba T-Post Polytape Insulators 25 Pack at $15.99; the highest is the Speedrite Mega Geared Reel SR021 at $169.99.

What is the cheapest fence tool?

The Zareba T-Post Polytape Insulators 25 Pack at $15.99 at Tractor Supply.

Which brands make fence tools?

On this site: Field Guardian, Gallagher, Patriot, Speedrite and Zareba. Gallagher has the most here, with 3 models.

Where can I buy a fence tool?

The 8 fence tools here are listed at Home Depot and Tractor Supply.

Digital tester or light tester?

A digital voltmeter shows the exact voltage. A light tester shows a range and needs no battery.

Why use a geared reel?

A geared reel winds line in several times faster per turn than a standard reel, which helps on long runs.