Editor’s note: Originally published December 2020. Reviewed and updated November 2026. Some models mentioned here may have been updated or discontinued since; check current availability and specifications before buying.
Quick answer
- The ThermoPro TP07 has one probe; the TP20 has two, so it can track two pieces of meat or meat plus grill temperature.
- Both list up to 300 feet of wireless range, come pre-synced and use 6.5-inch probes on 40-inch stainless steel mesh cables.
- The TP07 adds a three-color backlit screen that shows cooking progress at a glance.
- Choose the TP07 to save money if you cook one thing at a time; choose the TP20 for two-probe flexibility.
The ThermoPro TP07 and TP20 are wireless meat thermometers that monitor your food from up to 300 feet away and alert you when it reaches your target temperature. The key difference is probe count: the TP07 has one probe and costs less, while the TP20 has two probes for monitoring two meats, or a meat and the grill temperature, at the same time.
This comparison is based on ThermoPro’s listed specifications and features at the time of writing.
ThermoPro TP07 vs TP20 at a glance
| Feature | ThermoPro TP07 | ThermoPro TP20 |
|---|---|---|
| Probes | 1 | 2 |
| Listed range | Up to 300 feet | Up to 300 feet |
| Probe / cable | 6.5 in probe, 40 in stainless mesh cable | Two 6.5 in probes, 40 in stainless mesh cables |
| Pre-synced out of the box | Yes | Yes |
| Display | Three-color backlit LCD | Large LCD with backlight button |
| Grill (ambient) temperature | No | Yes, with a probe clip (sold separately) |
| Price | Lower | Higher |
ThermoPro TP07
The TP07 is a two-unit wireless thermometer: a transmitter at the grill and a receiver you keep with you, up to 300 feet away. The units come already synced, so it’s ready as soon as you insert the batteries.
Its 6.5-inch probe connects to a 40-inch stainless steel mesh cable, which lets you set the transmitter safely away from the heat. Preset temperatures based on USDA recommendations cover different meats and doneness levels, or you can set your own target. An alarm sounds when the meat reaches it.
The receiver’s backlit screen changes between three colors as the temperature rises, giving you a quick visual read on progress. It can sit on its stand or clip to your belt, and it reads in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
Listed specifications:
- Probes: 1, 6.5-inch
- Cable: 40-inch stainless steel mesh
- Temperature range: 32°F to 572°F
- Accuracy: about ±1.5°F
- Remote range: up to 300 feet
- Display: three-color backlit LCD, °F/°C
Pros
- Up to 300 feet of listed range
- Long mesh cable keeps the transmitter away from the grill
- Preset meat and doneness temperatures, or manual settings
- Three-color backlit display
Cons
- Single probe, so it tracks only one temperature at a time
ThermoPro TP20
The TP20 has two probes instead of one, so you can monitor two different meats, two pieces of the same meat cooked to different doneness levels, or one meat plus the ambient temperature inside your grill. Its range is the same 300 feet, and it is also ready to go out of the box once you add batteries.
Each 6.5-inch probe has its own 40-inch stainless steel mesh cable. To measure grill temperature, you’ll need a probe clip to hold the probe in place without touching the grate or food. A mode button switches between readings, an alarm sounds when either probe reaches its target, and the large LCD has a backlight button for low light.
Listed specifications:
- Probes: 2, 6.5-inch each
- Cables: 40-inch stainless steel mesh
- Remote range: up to 300 feet
- Display: large LCD with backlight button
Pros
- Two probes for two meats or meat plus grill temperature
- Up to 300 feet of listed range
- Alarm for either probe
Cons
- Costs more than the single-probe TP07
- Probe clip for ambient temperature must be bought separately
Which should you choose?
- Choose the ThermoPro TP07 if you usually cook one piece of meat at a time, want to spend less and like the color-coded progress display.
- Choose the ThermoPro TP20 if you often cook two things at once, want to track your grill or smoker temperature alongside the meat, or cook different pieces to different doneness levels.
Bottom line
Both thermometers take the guesswork out of grilling with long range, alarms and preset temperatures. The TP07 is the budget single-probe option; the TP20 is worth the extra cost if you need a second probe. Use either one with our safe internal cooking temperatures chart: 145°F plus a 3-minute rest for whole cuts of beef and pork, 160°F for ground meat and 165°F for poultry.
Still comparing? See our ThermoPro TP08 vs TP20 comparison, our roundup of wireless BBQ thermometers and our full meat thermometer guide.
FAQ
What is the difference between the ThermoPro TP07 and TP20?
The TP20 has two probes and the TP07 has one. The TP07 adds a three-color backlit display.
Can the ThermoPro TP20 measure grill temperature?
Yes. Use one probe for the meat and clip the other in the grill to read ambient temperature. The probe clip is sold separately.
Do I need to pair the transmitter and receiver?
No. Both models come pre-synced, so they work as soon as you add batteries.
