18/10/2026
A TDS meter is also commonly called a TDS tester, water quality tester, PPM (parts per million) tester, or a water purity pen.
Alternative and Related Names
• EC Meter (Electrical Conductivity Meter): Often combined into a single device (EC/TDS meter) because a TDS meter actually measures electrical conductivity and converts that value into a TDS estimate.
• Hydro-tester / Nutrient Tester: Frequently used in hydroponics, gardening, and aquaculture to measure nutrient concentrations.
• Inline TDS Meter: A fixed-mount device (such as the AutoAqua Titanium One) installed directly onto water filtration or reverse osmosis (RO) tubing