I really like Hirschmann MICRO-PRUEF probes. They are really compact and the tips are spring-loaded and that really helps with getting consistent contact [...]
If you prefer something with a (somewhat) larger grip and CAT rating, Probe Master 8152 also looks interesting. I have no personal experience with them though.
Those Hirschmann look interesting, I’ll have to try them.
I have the Probe Master 8152, and they’re great. But to be clear, they will never be as rugged as regular probes. (I broke my first 8152, which they replaced under warranty. I somehow managed to loosen the pogo pin socket to the point the probes wouldn’t remain inside.)
My everyday probes are the regular Probe Master 8000 —they have rigid 2mm tips (hard stainless steel, but hard gold plated), but are insanely sharp. You can easily probe fairly small pins with them, since they just don’t slide off. Which is a good thing because they can easily draw blood if you prick yourself with them!