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Finally! A Cheap and Accurate Infrared Thermometer!
Todd's Picks
Best Performance
Top-tier accuracy and reliability
Average Finish: 2.4
Purchased for: $245
Made In: China
Top-tier at $245, wide temperature range up to 1022°F, spot ratio 12:1, excellent accuracy with minimal error, best performance.
$245
Best Value
Affordable with excellent performance
Average Finish: 18
Purchased for: $17
Made In: China
Affordable at $17, range -58°F to 1,112°F, accuracy with cumulative error of 1.5°F, no adjustable emissivity, excellent overall performance.
$17
Runner-up
High accuracy with adjustable features
Average Finish: 3.8
Purchased for: $30
Made In: China
Mid-range option at $30, range -58°F to 1,112°F, spot ratio 12:1, adjustable emissivity 0.1 to 1.0, high accuracy on polished surfaces.
$30
Comparison of infrared thermometer prices.
Cumulative error across all temperature tests. Lower values indicate better accuracy.
Speed at which each thermometer takes a measurement. Lower values indicate faster performance.
Distance to spot ratio indicates the measurement area size relative to the distance. Higher ratios allow for measuring smaller areas from greater distances.
Rating of display visibility in direct sunlight. 1 being the best and 2 indicating challenges with readability.