The Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter measures heights, distances and niches at the touch of a button, giving quick, reliable readings without ladders or awkward, dangerous measuring positions. For anyone estimating materials or working on a building project, the Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter replaces the tape measure with a single-button measurement that can reach targets that are not directly accessible.
The Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter has a measuring range of 0.2 to 40m, a measuring accuracy of plus or minus 2.0mm, and a 6mm laser dot diameter, with X-Range Power Technology and a clear, illuminated three-line display. Built-in Bluetooth Smart transfers results to smartphones and tablets, where the free Leica DISTO sketch app turns measurements into dimensioned sketches, photos and floor plans, with areas and circumferences completed automatically and files sent straight to the office.
The Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter runs on 2 x 1.5V AAA batteries for up to 10,000 measurements and about 20 hours of service life, is IP54 rated for dust and splash water protection, measures 115 x 43.5 x 23.5mm and weighs 87g with batteries. Free software for Windows and the free app for iOS and Android extend the use of the Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter. The Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter is supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor.
Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter
At the touch of a button the Leica Disto D1 Laser Distance Meter measures heights, distances as well as niches quickly and reliably. Complicated or dangerous measurement situations, where ladders may be necessary, are now in the past. The functionality of the DISTO D1 can be extended with the Leica DISTO sketch app. With this app you can transfer measuring results to smart phones or tablets, process and forward them.
- Bluetooth Smart for data transfer to smart phones and tablets
- Free App Leica DISTO sketch
- 40 m range
- X-Range Power Technology
- Clear, illuminated 3 line display
- IP 54 dust and splash water protected
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When to use the Leica Disto D1
The Disto D1 is the pocket laser meter for taking heights, distances and niches at the touch of a button, indoors and at short to medium range. Reach for it on jobs where a tape and ladder used to be the only option and you want a quick, reliable reading instead.
- 1Replaces tape and ladderMeasuring heights and awkward distances at a button press removes the need to climb or stretch a tape across a complicated or dangerous span.
- 2Sends readings to your phoneBluetooth Smart and the free DISTO sketch app transfer results to a smartphone or tablet so you can process and forward them without writing figures down.
- 3Pocket size, long batteryAt 87 g with up to 10,000 measurements per battery set, it stays in a pocket and lasts across many site visits.
Lower-budget alternatives
Ten minutes on a call with one of our specialists usually saves you from buying the wrong instrument.
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When to use this
When to use the Leica Disto D1
The Disto D1 is the pocket laser meter for taking heights, distances and niches at the touch of a button, indoors and at short to medium range. Reach for it on jobs where a tape and ladder used to be the only option and you want a quick, reliable reading instead.
- 1Replaces tape and ladderMeasuring heights and awkward distances at a button press removes the need to climb or stretch a tape across a complicated or dangerous span.
- 2Sends readings to your phoneBluetooth Smart and the free DISTO sketch app transfer results to a smartphone or tablet so you can process and forward them without writing figures down.
- 3Pocket size, long batteryAt 87 g with up to 10,000 measurements per battery set, it stays in a pocket and lasts across many site visits.
Lower-budget alternatives
Ten minutes on a call with one of our specialists usually saves you from buying the wrong instrument.
Book a 10-minute callOr , our product assistant, for an instant answer.
Specifications
Specifications
- Measuring Accuracy
- ± 2.0 mm
- Range
- 0.2 to 40m
- X-Range Power Technology
- Y
- Distance in m
- 10 m
- Diameter of laser dot in mm
- 6 mm
- Display illumination
- Y
- Free software for Windows
- Y
- Free App
- IOS / Android
- Data interface
- Bluetooth SMART
- Measurements per set of batteries
- up to 10,000
- Service life of battery
- up to 20 hours
- Batteries
- AAA 2×1.5V
- Protection class
- IP54
- Dimensions
- 115×43.5×23.5mm
- Weight with batteries
- 87g
Packing List
Packing List
Comparison Table
Comparison Table
x = available on that modelx*, x** and x*** denote availability with model- or app-specific conditions.
| Group | Feature | D1 | D110 | D2 | X3 | D5 | X6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Pointfinder for outdoor measuring | x | x | |||||
| Max. range | 40m | 60m | 100m | 150m | 200m | 250m | |
| General | Accuracy | ± 2mm | ± 1.5mm | ± 1.5mm | ± 1mm | ± 1mm | ± 1mm |
| General | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| General | Extra durable housing with IP65 and 2 m drop-tested | x | x | ||||
| General | Wireless interfaces (low energy) | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 5 | Bluetooth® 5 |
| Computer interface | Data transfer to DISTO Plan and DISTO compatible apps | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Computer interface | Data transfer to any software or app | x | x | x | |||
| Computer interface | Download data via USB-C interface | x | |||||
| Computer interface | Distance measurement from device | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Distances | Dimensional measurements on objects | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Distances | Indirect distance measurement over obstacles | x | x | x | |||
| Distances | P2P function – any distance between 2 points | x* | x* | ||||
| Distances | Rectangular shapes (length and width) | x | x | x | x | x | |
| Areas | P2P – Smart Area function for complex shapes | x* | x* | ||||
| Areas | Measure in picture – facades, vertical boards | x | |||||
| Volume | Rectangular shapes (length, width, height) | x | x | x | x | ||
| Volume | Using Pythagoras Theorem | x | x | x | x | ||
| Widths | Measure in picture – width measurement | x | |||||
| Widths | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| Widths | Smart functions using distance and inclination for calculation | x | x | x | |||
| Heights | Height profile | x | x | ||||
| Heights | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| Heights | Inclinations | x | x | x | |||
| Slopes | Smart functions using distance and inclination for calculation | x | x | ||||
| Slopes | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| Slopes | Measuring in picture – diameter of objects | x | |||||
| Slopes | Continuous measurement – tracking | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Diameter | Stake out | x | x | x | x | ||
| Positioning | P2P – DXF data capturing on device | x | |||||
| Positioning | Draw and measure (floor) plans | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** |
| Positioning | P2P – point capturing for floor plans and facades | x*** | x*** | ||||
| Positioning | Smart Room – measure and draw | x** | x** | x** | |||
| Positioning | PDF, JPG and DXF exports | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** |
| Planning and | Measure and document on pictures | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** |
| documentation | P2L - documenting positions based on a reference line | x | |||||
| documentation | Creating measurement reports (JPG and CSV) | x | |||||
| documentation | Touchscreen | x | |||||
| documentation | Trigger measurement with gestures | x | x | ||||
| documentation | Favourite keys | x | x | x | |||
| documentation | Automatic end piece | x | x | x | x | ||
| Usability | Keyboard mode | x | x | x |
Frequently asked questions
What accuracy and working range does the Leica Disto D1 offer?
The D1 measures to an accuracy of ±2.0 mm over a range of 0.2 to 40 m, suitable for room, site and workshop distance checks.
Can I send D1 measurements straight to my phone or PC?
Yes. The D1 has a Bluetooth SMART data interface and works with the free Leica DISTO sketch app on iOS and Android, letting you transfer, process and forward results. Free software for Windows is also available for use on a PC.
How many measurements can I expect from one set of batteries?
A set of 2x1.5V AAA batteries supports up to 10,000 measurements, or up to 20 hours of service, which comfortably covers a full day of site measurement.
Is the D1 rated for dusty or damp site conditions?
The D1 carries an IP54 protection rating, protecting it against dust ingress and splashing water from any direction, suitable for general site and workshop use.
How visible is the D1's laser dot at longer distances?
At 10 m the laser dot is around 6 mm in diameter, worth checking when aiming at small targets or reading points on patterned or textured surfaces.
Does the D1 calculate areas, volumes or rectangular dimensions like other Disto models?
No. The D1 measures single distances with continuous tracking only. Rectangular shape measurement is introduced from the D110 upward, and volume calculation from the D2 upward, so choose one of those models if you need those functions.
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