Two four-channel bench scopes
Which four-channel oscilloscope?
These are the two scopes hobbyists compare most. Rigol costs about $130 less, with deep memory. Siglent gives twice the bandwidth and adds CAN and LIN decoding.
| Compared on | DS1054Z | SDS1104X-E |
|---|---|---|
| Price read | About $369 | About $499 |
| Bandwidth | 50 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Channels | 4 | 4 |
| Memory | Up to 24 Mpts | Not printed on this listing |
| Decoding | RS232/UART, I2C, SPI | I2C, SPI, UART/RS232, CAN, LIN |
| Buyer score | 4.6 from 727 ratings | 4.8 from 968 ratings |
| Listed on amazon.com | Yes | Yes |
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The RIGOL DS1054Z suits a first scope on a budget.
The Siglent SDS1104X-E suits a buyer who wants one scope for years.
For most hobby digital and audio work, yes.
The Siglent lists CAN and LIN.
Bench oscilloscope · 4 channels · 50 MHz · 1 GSa/s · 24 Mpts · 30,000 wfms/s · UART, I2C, SPI decode · USB, LAN
The classic four-channel hobby scope: 50 MHz, 1 GSa/s, 24 Mpts memory, 30,000 waveforms per second, and serial decoding.
Best for: A hobbyist learning to debug embedded circuits.
≈ $369
Bench oscilloscope · 4 channels · 100 MHz · standard decoder · optional 16-channel MSO and USB AWG
A four-channel 100 MHz scope with standard decoding and options for 16 digital channels and a USB generator, with the best score here.
Best for: A serious hobbyist wanting one long-term scope.
≈ $499
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