A portable appliance is a device or tool that is designed to be easily moved and used in different locations. These devices are usually compact in size and lightweight, often equipped with a battery or power cord, which allows for their mobility. Portable devices provide convenience, flexibility and independence, allowing users to perform various tasks regardless of their location.
Examples of portable measuring devices are portable multimeters (for measuring electrical parameters such as voltage, current and resistance), portable thermometers and hygrometers (used to measure temperature and humidity in various places).