Desperately seeking quality meat thermometer

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#318198 25-Dec-2024 18:16

I need help. I know there are lots of meat loving GZ’ers out there so, having overcooked today’s Xmas lamb, I need a new meat thermometer.

I’m currently using a cheap sub $20 thermometer but need something more accurate.

I’d prefer an app-free quality traditional thermometer, but happy to consider all options. In short, if you love your current thermometer, I need to hear about it.

Thanks in advance.

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#3324487 25-Dec-2024 19:15

Ive got 2 inkbirds, a single probe instant read and another 4 probe one that connects wirelessly to an app on my phone. Both great for their respective uses. I got them from inkbirds nz website as they often have specials.

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#3324491 25-Dec-2024 19:52

I have one of these.

https://www.bunnings.co.nz/jumbuck-digital-meat-thermometer_p3171708?store=9510&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA1Km7BhC9ARIsAFZfEIvinvyqnqhoAsaKvfG1DtJID6y6S37gXgi3wBOG8UA4YwTUTCGIjZ8aAlN3EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Works great

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#3324503 25-Dec-2024 20:56

You still have to have a feel for how fast the core temp is increasing and how much before your end temp you start resting the meat as it continues to cook. A cheap dial probe works fo me.

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#3324504 25-Dec-2024 21:02

I've been using a four probe Weber thermometer for a few years, and it works well enough that I keep using it for constant monitoring of BBQ temperature and general meat temperature during a cook. Also have an Inkbird instant read probe, which is excellent for checking each part of the meat is cooked through. If I could only use one, it would probably be the Inkbird. Great bang for buck, especial when they're discounted.

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#3324506 25-Dec-2024 21:21

We have a Lavatools, it works well enough.

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#3324525 26-Dec-2024 07:41

I'm tempted on a Meater Pro.

https://www.meater.com

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#3324526 26-Dec-2024 08:21

I have a ThermoWorks RFX with 4 probes (does use app) and also a standalone Thermopen One which has a built in display and takes less than 1 second to display result. RFX is awesome. The app alerts me on the phone when temps have reached with a loud audible alarm. Alternatively you could look at ThermoWorks Signals which comes with a nice large display screen so no app is required. The beauty of RFX though is that probs are wireless and uses low frequency RF signal between wireless transceiver unit which can be attached magnetically inside home if you want and handle up to 550C direct heat even on a fire.

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#3324770 26-Dec-2024 19:42

Thanks, appreciated. Had a look at all of these. Will grab an inkbird instant when back in stock. Longer term, may look at Meater or similar.

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#3324773 26-Dec-2024 20:28

The inkbird looked appealing but yikes on the website (Image grabbed today - 26th Dec.. 24 days after the Black Friday deal expiry)

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#3324778 26-Dec-2024 21:25

Talkiet:

The inkbird looked appealing but yikes on the website (Image grabbed today - 26th Dec.. 24 days after the Black Friday deal expiry)

Cheers - N

search the cheapies Nz website for inkbird, that’s the site I used, used twice with no issues and a friend has used it as well with no issues

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#3324783 26-Dec-2024 22:32

If you get an electronic one make sure you can buy compatible replacement probes for it. They tend to fail.

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#3324784 26-Dec-2024 22:37

I have a six probe Solis Thermo. The base unit displays the probe temps and the app displays temps as well as charting them. I installed a grommet in the bbq so one probe is for the bbq temp.
It just works and has done so for several years.

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#3325986 29-Dec-2024 18:03

dafman:

Thanks, appreciated. Had a look at all of these. Will grab an inkbird instant when back in stock. Longer term, may look at Meater or similar.

mitre10 have the inkbird instant thermometer for $29.99. I have one and they are great.

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#3326015 29-Dec-2024 20:37

FPR:
dafman:

Thanks, appreciated. Had a look at all of these. Will grab an inkbird instant when back in stock. Longer term, may look at Meater or similar.

mitre10 have the inkbird instant thermometer for $29.99. I have one and they are great.

Mitre10

For BBQ use I really would recommend against that one in favour of the ones you leave in and read remotely. Saves opening the hood and getting bbq temp variations. Minimum 2 probes, one for the meat and one for the bbq.

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#3326104 30-Dec-2024 08:54

If you want the gold standard, then nothing beats a Thermapen One, or it's predecessor the MK4. I've tried many and wasn't really happy until I got the One. I recommend the buy once cry once approach if you want absolute certainty.

Having said that, usually, my Inkbird gives the same or similar enough reading, for far less than half the price. These are usually what I buy other people as gifts.

All the pro's use Thermapen pretty much.

I also have 2 Meaters, which I rate highly.

Instant Read Thermometers are such an essential kitchen item I gift them to people for various reasons.