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Finally! A Cheap and Accurate Infrared Thermometer!

Todd's Picks

Best Performance

Top-tier accuracy and reliability

Fluke

Average Finish: 2.4

Purchased for: $245

Made In: China

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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

T600

Average Finish: 18

Purchased for: $17

Made In: China

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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

Kaizen

Average Finish: 3.8

Purchased for: $30

Made In: China

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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

NamePrice ($)Made InAverage FinishLinkContent
Viver
$48.00
China
0.1
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Premium option at $48, range -40°F to 2732°F, dual laser, adjustable emissivity, top accuracy with minimal error.
Putt River
$38.00
China
1.2
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Affordable at $38, range -58°F to 2876°F, spot ratio 30:1, includes flashlight, excellent accuracy.
Klein Tools IR10
$104.00
China
2.4
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Premium model at $104, range -40°F to 1200°F, spot ratio 20:1, adjustable emissivity, high durability.
Fluke
$245.00
China
2.4
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Top-tier at $245, wide temperature range up to 1022°F, spot ratio 12:1, excellent accuracy with minimal error, best performance.
Milwaukee
$86.00
China
2.6
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Priced at $86, range -22°F to 752°F, spot ratio 10:1, clearer screen, faster scanning, good accuracy.
Kaizen
$30.00
China
3.8
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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.
Sarotti
$19.00
China
5
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Priced at $19, range -58°F to 1,112°F, accuracy ±2%, spot ratio 12:1, moderate performance with some temperature errors.
Surer
$50.00
China
5.7
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Priced at $50, range -58°F to 2552°F, spot ratio 30:1, accuracy ±2%, performance affected by low battery.
FKM
$36.00
China
6.3
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Moderately priced at $36, range -58°F to 1,112°F, spot ratio 12:1, includes carrying case, adjustable emissivity.
AS
$63.00
China
9
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Higher-end at $63, range -22°F to 212°F, spot ratio 20:1, adjustable emissivity, notable temperature error.
Klein Tools IR5
$86.00
China
10
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Mid to high range at $86, range -22°F to 752°F, spot ratio 12:1, includes carrying pouch, moderate accuracy.
Sunot
$9.00
China
12.6
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Least expensive temperature gun, $9, range -58°F to 932°F, accuracy ±1.5%, distance spot ratio 12:1, weight 12.52g, moderate accuracy with some errors.
Mestic
$38.00
China
13.8
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Costing $38, broad range up to 1,472°F, spot ratio 12:1, includes carrying case, higher error in temperature measurements.
ThermoPro
$19.00
China
14.3
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Cost-effective at $19, range -58°F to 1,112°F, accuracy ±1.5%, response time 500ms, struggles with shiny surfaces.
T600
$17.00
China
18
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Affordable at $17, range -58°F to 1,112°F, accuracy with cumulative error of 1.5°F, no adjustable emissivity, excellent overall performance.

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.