if all you need is wind measurements, this Kestrel least expensive meter. Every meter we sell has the wind features of the Kestrel 1000.  The hard slide-on case makes it durable to throw in your gear bag with no worries.   

every Kestrel meter features a large, 1” impeller mounted on a sapphire jewel bearing, which means it starts rotating with the slightest puff of air – 0.48 km/h to be exact! This patented impeller is user-replaceable by simply pushing it out with your thumbs, which means it can easily be replaced if it is damaged or worn.  The measurements from the wind impeller are taken magnetically.  The impeller is not glued or attached to the unit.  Because every new impeller is calibrated in the wind tunnel at the USA factory, if your application demands regular calibration, simply pop in a new impeller and the Kestrel Wind Meter is restored to like-new factory calibration standards. The Kestrel 1000 can easily be switched between mph, km/h, ft/min, m/s, knots and Beaufort.

measures

• current wind speed
• maximum wind gust
• average wind speed

the Kestrel 1000 is the option for those who want a multi-functional pocket wind meter that can be used in sailing and boating, in aviation, crane operators, and anywhere that requires accurate, reliable wind measurements.  The interface is an easy, user-friendly design.

key features

• protective cover with sure grip overmolding
• data hold function
• large easy-to-read display
• waterproof and floats
• patented user-replaceable impeller
• wide range of wind speeds and low start-up speed
• reliable, portable, and easy to use

Kestrel 1000 includes

• a slip-on protective cover
• neck lanyard
• CR2032 coin cell battery (average life 300 hours)
• 5-year warranty