beams are more accurate and dont have to be reset to zero. they'll last a bit longer too. mine basically stays at 80 ft/lbs.. they're the step up from standard clickers. i expected more from it, ive had to send it back for warranty repairs twice, havent even had it a year.
i really wouldnt recommend any snapon torque wrenches.. an SK/facom or gearwrench/KD/matco wrench can be had for 100 bucks, same or better accuracy too.
my inch lbs took a poo, ill probably replace it with SK (because im an SK nazi
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