FWIW, my current cheap tape measure of choice is from the US chain “Dollar Tree”.
It has both Metric and Inch scales. I find this feature very useful, and not very common in inexpensive tape measures in the US.
“Tool Bench Metal Tape Measures, 25-ft.” is $1.25 if your store has it (items carried seem to vary greatly between locations) and one can order it online for store delivery if one has use for a quantity.
My philosophy on cheap tools is that tool vs no-tool is often a great convenience that is worth the ticket, and tool-vs-improvised tool is frequently a substantial improvement in safety.
