Infrared vs Probe Thermometers: Which One Do You Need?
Infrared thermometers read surfaces; probes read what’s inside. Here’s how each works, where each is the right tool, and how to get accurate readings.
Non-contact infrared thermometers for surfaces: how they work, what they can and cannot measure, and how to use them well.
Infrared thermometers read surfaces; probes read what’s inside. Here’s how each works, where each is the right tool, and how to get accurate readings.
Four digital clinical thermometers for home fever checks, from forehead-and-ear to non-contact models, compared by features and age suitability.
How to reset an infrared thermometer: check accuracy with ice or boiling water, do a battery reset, switch to Fahrenheit and clear Er errors.
Etekcity Lasergrip 630 review: listed -58°F to 1472°F range, 16:1 spot ratio, dual lasers and adjustable emissivity, with pros, cons and tips.
Compare six Fluke thermal imaging cameras, from the Ti400 to the Ti480 PRO, by resolution, temperature range, focus and special features.
Etekcity Lasergrip 1025D vs 1030D compared: adjustable vs fixed emissivity, voltage detection, color backlight alerts and the specs they share.
Compare budget infrared thermometers under $100 from Etekcity, Nubee and Mastercool by range, distance-to-spot ratio and features.
Fluke 59 Max vs 62 Max (and Max Plus) compared: distance-to-spot ratio, accuracy, ruggedness, battery life and which IR thermometer suits your job.
Compare 10 forehead and ear infrared thermometers by mode, memory, fever alerts and features, plus when an infrared reading is right for babies.
Etekcity Lasergrip 800 review: a budget infrared thermometer with a 16:1 distance-to-spot ratio and listed range of -58°F to 1,382°F.
Etekcity Lasergrip 1080 review: listed range of -58°F to 1022°F, 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio, switchable laser and backlight, fixed emissivity.
Etekcity Lasergrip 774 review: listed range, 12:1 spot ratio, accuracy, fixed emissivity, pros and cons, and who this budget IR thermometer suits.