When you're shopping for a thermal borescope visual inspection tool, the RIDGID CA-25 is a familiar option: a flexible-shaft handheld camera with a 2.7-inch display and adjustable LED lights. Two New - Open box listings for this model are available, and the choice comes down to how much spec detail you want alongside the same base camera.
Quick Verdict
Choose the lower-priced CA-25 listing when you want the entry point to the core flexible-shaft inspection camera. Choose the higher-priced CA-25 listing when you want extra camera-head details spelled out. Both are New - Open box units with the same mpn 40043 and a flexible shaft.
Comparison at a Glance
| Listing | Listed Price | Price Bar | Key listed specs |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera w_ 2.7 in #1 | USD 52.99 | Flexible shaft, adjustable LED lights, 2.7 in display, mpn 40043 | |
| RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera 2.7 in Display | USD 59.99 | Flexible shaft, adjustable LED lights, waterproof head, 480 x 234 resolution, 4 ft cable, mpn 40043 |
Where the Lower-Priced Listing Wins
This is the listing to pick when your priority is the lowest listed price for a New - Open box CA-25. It carries the same mpn 40043, flexible shaft, and adjustable LED lights as the other unit. The listing keeps the description to the essentials, so you're not paying extra for a longer list of spec callouts.
Where the Higher-Priced Listing Wins
The higher-priced CA-25 listing is the one that spells out a waterproof camera head and a 480 x 234 resolution. If you're inspecting in damp locations or need the listing to confirm a specific resolution, this version answers those questions directly.
RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera w_ 2.7 in #1
This is the leaner buy of the two. At its listed price, it gives you the same flexible-shaft CA-25 core: a 2.7-inch display, adjustable LED lights, and a flexible shaft. Choose it if you already know the CA-25 platform and want to keep the outlay to the lower listed price. The listing is more spare, so it offers fewer specifics to compare, but the essential inspection features are all there. It's a sensible pick for straightforward visual checks in accessible spaces.
RIDGID CA-25 Micro Visual Inspection & Diagnostic Handheld Camera 2.7 in Display
This listing is the more detailed read on the same CA-25 camera. It adds a 4-foot cable length and a camera resolution figure to the spec sheet, which can help you judge whether the camera will fit your typical inspection spots. The higher listed price reflects the extra detail, so it's the listing to choose when you want more of the technical story before you commit. The flexible shaft and adjustable LED lights remain, keeping it aligned with the other CA-25 option.
Final Choice by Use Case
For a straightforward flexible-shaft inspection camera at the lower listed price, go with the first listing. For a CA-25 listing with a more detailed camera-head spec sheet, go with the second one. Either way, you're looking at a New - Open box RIDGID CA-25 with the same model number and flexible shaft.
