Choosing between two RIDGID CA-25 handheld inspection cameras for thermal borescope visual inspection comes down to a familiar trade: a used unit with a confirmed waterproof cable at a lower listed price, or a new open-box unit with a higher listed price. Both carry the same CA-25 model name and share the flexible-shaft digital inspection camera design, but the decision depends on the job and your tolerance for used condition.
Quick verdict
If you need the lower of the two listed prices, the used RIDGID CA-25 with the 2.7-in display is the practical pick. If you prefer a new open-box unit and are comfortable paying a little more, the open-box RIDGID CA-25 with the 2.7-in screen is worth the step up.
| Option | Listed price | Price bar | Condition | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera 2.7 in Display | USD 49.99 | Used | 4-ft waterproof cable, LCD display, adjustable LED lights, 480 x 234 camera resolution | |
| RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera w_ 2.7 in #1 | USD 52.99 | New - Open box | Adjustable LED lights |
Where each unit wins
Used 2.7-in display unit: It has the lower listed price of the two and the more complete highlighted feature set. That makes it a stronger fit for damp or hard-to-reach inspection spots.
New open-box unit: It wins on condition, showing "New - Open box" instead of "Used." The trade-off is the higher listed price.
Product notes
RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera 2.7 in Display
At USD 49.99, this is the lower-priced CA-25 in this pairing. Its condition is listed as Used, so you are taking on a unit that has been owned before. What it adds for inspection work is a confirmed 4-ft waterproof cable, an LCD display, and 480 x 234 camera resolution. If your thermal borescope visual inspection work sends the camera head into wet pipes or condensation-prone spaces, the waterproof cable is a meaningful advantage. The main limitation is the used condition: if you want to be the first user, this unit may not be your preferred starting point.
RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera w_ 2.7 in #1
Listed at USD 52.99, this is the higher-priced of the two. The condition is described as New - Open box, which is the main reason to choose it: you get a product that has not been used even though the box has been opened. It also includes adjustable LED lights to help illuminate dark inspection areas. The limitation is the $3.00 price gap between this unit and the used CA-25; the fresh condition is the compensation for that extra cost. If the lowest possible outlay is your priority, the used unit is the cheaper path.
Final choice by use case
- Choose the used RIDGID CA-25 with 2.7-in display when you want the lower listed price and can accept used condition.
- Choose the new open-box RIDGID CA-25 with 2.7-in screen when you prefer a fresh condition and are okay with the slightly higher listed price.
