UNI-T UPO1154HD vs Rigol DHO814
More bandwidth and 4× the memory — true 12-bit HD with a 5-year warranty.
The UPO1154HD leads the DHO814 on bandwidth (150 vs 100 MHz) and memory (100 vs 25 Mpts) and adds two years of warranty. Both are DSOs — neither has digital channels. The DHO814 lists lower and quotes a much higher UltraAcquire capture rate; weigh those if they are decisive.
UNI-T UPO1154HD
- ✓ Bandwidth: 150 MHz
- ✓ Analog channels: 4
- ✓ Sample rate: 1.25 GSa/s (1-ch); 312.5 MSa/s (4-ch)
- ✓ Memory depth: 100 Mpts
- ✗ Waveform capture rate: 100,000 wfms/s (500,000 sequence)
- ✓ Warranty: 3+2 years (5 total with registration)
Rigol DHO814
- ✗ Bandwidth: 100 MHz
- ✓ Analog channels: 4
- ✓ Sample rate: 1.25 GSa/s
- ✗ Memory depth: 25 Mpts
- ✓ Waveform capture rate: up to 1,000,000 wfms/s (UltraAcquire)
- ✗ Warranty: 3 years
~$499 (distributor listing, June 2026)
150 MHz
Bandwidth
100 Mpts
Memory Depth
1.25 GSa/s
Sample Rate
100,000 wfms/s
Capture Rate
12-bit
Vertical Resolution
More bandwidth, 4× the memory
150 MHz versus the DHO814's 100, and 100 Mpts of acquisition memory versus 25 — more headroom and far longer records at full sample rate.
True 12-bit HD
12-bit native resolution resolves ripple and small-signal detail that 8-bit scopes blur — the same HD class as the DHO800, with more memory.
Six instrument functions, portable
Scope, spectrum/FFT, protocol analyzer, 4-digit DVM, 6-digit frequency counter and power analysis on a 7-inch touchscreen — Type-C/PD-capable at 1.56 kg.
Backed for 5 years, US support
Exclusive 3+2 warranty (five years with free registration) versus Rigol's three, US stock and support, no subscriptions.
Comprehensive Feature Comparison
| Feature | UNI-T UPO1154HD | Rigol DHO814 | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bandwidth | 150 MHz | 100 MHz | UNI-T ✓ |
| Analog channels | 4 | 4 | Equal |
| Sample rate | 1.25 GSa/s (1-ch); 312.5 MSa/s (4-ch) | 1.25 GSa/s | Equal |
| Memory depth | 100 Mpts | 25 Mpts | UNI-T ✓ |
| Waveform capture rate | 100,000 wfms/s (500,000 sequence) | up to 1,000,000 wfms/s (UltraAcquire) | Rigol ✓ |
| Display | 7″ capacitive touch (1024×600) | 7″ touch (1024×600) | Equal |
| Built-in AWG | Not included | Not included | Equal |
| Serial protocol decode | 5 standard: RS-232/422/485/UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, LIN | Standard: RS232/UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, LIN | Equal |
| Vertical resolution | 12-bit native | 12-bit native | Equal |
| Warranty | 3+2 years (5 total with registration) | 3 years | UNI-T ✓ |
| Price (USD) | See current price → | ~$499 | Rigol ✓ |
* UNI-T specifications from the MSO1000HD Series datasheet and our live product data. Rigol figures from published manufacturer data and authorized US distributor listings, June 2026.
The bottom line
The UPO1154HD and the DHO814 are both 12-bit DSOs on a 7-inch touchscreen. The UPO1154HD brings 50 MHz more bandwidth, four times the acquisition memory and five years of cover; the DHO814 lists lower and posts a far higher headline capture rate.
Perfect For:
Education & teaching labs
A durable 12-bit touchscreen scope with deep memory and a 5-year warranty suits student benches and teaching demonstrations.
Embedded & general debug
Standard RS-232/422/485/UART, I2C, SPI, CAN and LIN decode with 100 Mpts of memory captures long message sequences.
Power & precision low-level work
12-bit native resolution plus power analysis suit ripple and small-signal measurements on a budget.
Other models in the MSO1000HD Series
UPO1152HD
UPO1152HD — Same platform, 150 MHz / 2 channels at a lower price.
UPO1084HD
UPO1084HD — Step down to 80 MHz / 4 channels for the lowest entry price.
MSO1254HD
MSO1254HD — Step up to a 250 MHz MSO with standard 16-channel logic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the UNI-T UPO1154HD a good alternative to the Rigol DHO814?
Yes — the UPO1154HD adds bandwidth (150 vs 100 MHz) and four times the acquisition memory (100 vs 25 Mpts) at the same 12-bit resolution, with a 5-year warranty against three. The DHO814 lists lower and posts a higher UltraAcquire capture rate. Neither has built-in logic.
How does the MSO1000HD Series compare with the DHO800 Series?
The UPO1000HD Series tops the Rigol DHO800 Series on bandwidth (to 150 MHz) and carries far deeper memory (100 vs 25 Mpts), with the same 12-bit resolution and 7-inch touchscreen; the DHO800 lists a little lower and has a higher headline capture rate.
What do I get for the money with the UPO1154HD?
For 12-bit entry and education bench work the UPO1154HD gives you 150 MHz, 4 analog channels, 100 Mpts of memory and six instrument functions in a 1.56 kg shell, backed by a 5-year warranty. It is a DSO — if you need digital channels, compare the MSO1000HD.
Are UNI-T software options subscriptions?
No. Every UNI-T software option, including power analysis, is a permanent one-time unlock — no annual licenses, no renewal fees and no features that expire. Once enabled, a function stays enabled for the life of the instrument.
Ready to compare on the bench?
150 MHz, four times the memory and a 5-year warranty, on a true 12-bit platform.
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