UNI-T UPO1000HD Series vs 2 Series MSO
True 12-bit resolution and 100 Mpts memory — a fraction of the price of an 8-bit 2 Series MSO.
The UNI-T UPO1000HD Series is a true 12-bit DSO (up to 150 MHz, 100 Mpts) and the Tektronix 2 Series MSO is an 8-bit instrument with 10 Mpts, listing about $4,480 as configured. The 2 Series is a true MSO with 16 digital channels and the UPO1000HD has none, and it also leads on bandwidth and sample rate. The UPO1000HD's case is resolution, memory and price.
The UPO1000HD is a true 12-bit, deep-memory DSO at a fraction of the price; the 2 Series is a premium 8-bit ultraportable MSO with standard logic, a refined UI and higher optional bandwidth.
Match the models by bandwidth
| Bandwidth | Channels | UNI-T model | Tektronix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 MHz | 4 | UNI-T UPO1084HD | MSO24 (2-BW-70) |
| 150 MHz | 2 | UNI-T UPO1152HD | MSO22 (2-BW-100) |
| 150 MHz | 4 | UNI-T UPO1154HD · Compare › | MSO24 (2-BW-100/200) |
The Tektronix 2 Series MSO is 8-bit and configurable from 70 to 500 MHz; pricing is the 200 MHz MSO24 as configured (~$4,480). The UPO1000HD is a true 12-bit DSO at a fraction of the price (no built-in logic). Prices from authorized US distributor listings, June 2026.
Series-level comparison
| Feature | UNI-T UPO1000HD | 2 Series MSO | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertical resolution | 12-bit native | 8-bit | UNI-T ✓ |
| Acquisition memory | 100 Mpts | 10 Mpts | UNI-T ✓ |
| Logic analysis | DSO (no built-in logic) | 16 digital channels (MSO) | Tektronix ✓ |
| Max bandwidth | 150 MHz | up to 500 MHz (options) | Tektronix ✓ |
| Max sample rate | 1.25 GSa/s (1-ch) | 2.5 GSa/s | Tektronix ✓ |
| Standard serial decode | 5 protocols (RS-232/422/485/UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, LIN) | Optional decode licenses | UNI-T ✓ |
| Price (4-ch) | See current price → | ~$4,480 (as configured) | UNI-T ✓ |
| Warranty | 3+2 years (5 total with registration) | 3 years | UNI-T ✓ |
True 12-bit, not 8-bit
4096 levels of resolution versus the 2 Series' 256 — far more detail on ripple and small signals.
10x the capture memory
100 Mpts versus 10 Mpts — far longer records at full sample rate.
Decode included
Five serial protocols standard where Tektronix sells decode as licenses.
A fraction of the price, 5-year warranty
A 2 Series MSO lists about $4,480 as configured; the UPO1000HD carries an Exclusive 3+2 warranty and costs a fraction of that.
The bottom line
The 2 Series is a premium 8-bit ultraportable MSO with standard logic and a refined UI. The UPO1000HD trades logic and portability for true 12-bit resolution, 10x the memory, included decode and a price a fraction as high — the value pick where resolution and budget lead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the UNI-T UPO1000HD Series a good alternative to the Tektronix 2 Series MSO?
On resolution and value, yes: the UPO1000HD is true 12-bit with 100 Mpts of memory and standard decode for hundreds, versus the 8-bit 2 Series at thousands. The 2 Series counters with standard logic, battery portability and bandwidth options to 500 MHz.
Is the UPO1154HD a good alternative to the Tektronix MSO24?
On resolution, memory and value, yes: true 12-bit with 100 Mpts against 8-bit with 10 Mpts, at a small fraction of about $4,480. But the MSO24 is a true MSO with 16 digital channels and the UPO1154HD has none — if you need logic, compare the MSO1000HD.
Does the UPO1000HD have a logic analyzer?
No — the UPO1000HD is a DSO. For standard 16-channel logic in the UNI-T HD line, step up to the MSO1000HD (MSO1154HD / MSO1254HD).
Are UNI-T software options subscriptions?
No. Every UNI-T software option is a permanent one-time unlock — no annual licenses, no renewal fees and no features that expire.
Ready to choose?
True 12-bit, 100 Mpts memory and a 5-year warranty — for a fraction of a 2 Series MSO.
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Sources: UNI-T UPO1000HD Series and Tektronix 2 Series MSO datasheets (tek.com); Tektronix MSO24 (200 MHz, as configured) price from authorized US distributor listings, June 2026. Last verified 2026-06-15; prices subject to change.
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