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Propane has a wide variety of uses in our society; from powering our barbecue grills to supplying us heat through portable propane heaters. No matter what you use propane for; having a propane gauge can be indispensable, especially if you have numerous propane tanks that are changed out frequently. Propane gauges come with a wide variety of features, but for users who need to see how much propane is available in a tank at a glance, often the most simple of gauges will do.

The GasWatch TVL212 Propane Level Indicator and Safety Gauge is the most basic form of gauge that is available for a propane heater or tank. The gauge is color coded so that once it is attached; you can easily see the level of propane in your tank. It also does not require any tools to attach or remove, so it is a great tool to carry around in a toolbox or in your pocket if you frequently work with propane tanks. It is relatively inexpensive as well, so having multiples certainly is not a bad idea.

For a more robust propane gauge, the Robertshaw Wireless Propane (LP) Gas Tank Level Meter RS-228 offers you the ability to tell how much propane is within a tank wirelessly. Clocking in at $65.99, this model is great for home users who want to monitor the levels of propane available in their space heaters during the winter, but do not want to go outside to look at the tank. The system works by attaching a remote gauge to the tank while the wireless receiver is taken inside the house with the homeowner. It can be mounted just about anywhere and can take readings up to 150 feet away from the tank. The remote monitor requires 2 AA batteries to function, but it can last for several months on one set of batteries.

As you can see, the variation between propane gauges is pretty vast, so determining your needs will depend on the propane tank you are using, as well as what it is designed to power. For larger propane tanks, custom gauges are available.