Skeptical of ThermoWorks reviews always receiving 5 stars. Is it really a superior thermometer?
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I have had my ThermoWorks outlive two Sir La Table probe thermometers and there replacements. In fact the replacements need replacing now. They are cheaper and Sir La Table replaces them at no cost, but I do have to go get them replaced and of course that policy does no good when they don't work and you are about to start cooking. In short Yes.
682993
I dont keep a thermometor for the hot side, just the cool side. I find the readings in this device accurate enough.Sorry for the late response!
1712126
The dial on top is not exactly the easiest to move, it's a bit stiff. You can tell if it's on by the little amber light that sits about midway down the unit. If it's on supposedly it's working. If you really want to be sure, go out and buy a thermometer. I'd recommend one of the digital ones, I find them the easiest to read. Avoid at all costs the cheap little LCD strips that you stick to your tank. THey're about as accurate as sticking your arm out the window and saying "Feels cold today." This heater (and frankly *most* of the ones on the market) are only accurate to within 2 degrees of the set point. So don't be surprised if it doesn't dial in to exactly what you set.
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I'm not sure what their official stance would be, but I would say "yes." The probe they package with the ChefAlarm is rated to 572F, and short-term exposure all the way up to 700F. I've certainly never had any issues with probe failures that seemed to be secondary to heat (at least, not with ThermoWorks probes). Having said that, I usually recommend purchasing a second replacement probe just in case; repeated kinking at high temps *can* cause issues even with the best probes, and it can be really annoying to be stuck without a usable probe at the wrong moment.
304641
Definitely a myth. I cook my yogurt in a stainless steel pot and use this thermometer every time.
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I stuck it in the refrigerator and compared it to two other thermometers (which had exact same temperatures). The Taylor was off by 2 degrees. Since I thought it did not give an accurate temperature I put in the freezer........now it matches the other two thermometers in the freezer....probably the thermometer adjusted itself in the freezer.I've had a new refrigerator in the past & the freezer temperature's lowest reading was only 10 degrees above zero. Never ever lower than that. I say if your ice cream is rock hard in the freezer your refrigerator is ok.I'm a registered dietitian. I stuck it in the refrigerator and compared it to two other thermometers (which had exact same temperatures). The Taylor was off by 2 degrees. Since I thought it did not give an accurate temperature I put in the freezer........now it matches the other two thermometers in the freezer....probably the thermometer adjusted itself in the freezer.I've had a new refrigerator in the past & the freezer temperature's lowest reading was only 10 degrees above zero. Never ever lower than that. I say if your ice cream is rock hard in the freezer your refrigerator is ok.I'm a... » Read More I stuck it in the refrigerator and compared it to two other thermometers (which had exact same temperatures). The Taylor was off by 2 degrees. Since I thought it did not give an accurate temperature I put in the freezer........now it matches the other two thermometers in the freezer....probably the thermometer adjusted itself in the freezer.I've had a new refrigerator in the past & the freezer temperature's lowest reading was only 10 degrees above zero. Never ever lower than that. I say if your ice cream is rock hard in the freezer your refrigerator is ok.I'm a registered dietitian. « Show Less
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Yes, best thermometer you can buy. If you see cooking shows you will see chiefs using one if needed
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I've been using it for a few months and have been very happy with it. The cover doesn't fit right at all, but the thermometer works great for a quick read when grilling meat. I turn it off after every use. So far, it's by far the best I've tried.
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Howdy K.O., I have only used this thermometer for meats. It is accurate, and fast. I also bought my nephew one since he liked mine so much. Hope this helps your decision making. C
1326894
The dual answer is yes. The device has both a clip on sensor for oven temp as well as an internal probe for reading food temp. Both temps are simultaneously displayed. The accuracy seems spot on.
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I have not used a thermometer, but i have used this for deep frying. i bought it exclusively for deep frying outdoors (extension cord not included). works well, i would estimate it gets up to 350 comfortably.
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This is not possible for me to answer because I would have to have another thermometer of known accuracy to compare it with. However, as mentioned, the company claims about plus/minus 1-degree. BTW, I've used this thermometer almost daily for more than a year and it's the best I've ever owned.
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Not only does it seem to stay exactly on 99.5, it warms back up super-fast after you close it back up (after candling or whatever). Totally impressed with mine...bought a second one!
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Yes it is in lauded. My unit works very well for a hand held it is quite precise
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I've found it very accurate. As you dial in the temperature it displays and once set, the current temperature is displayed, a "heating" light comes on until it reaches the selected temp. It heats very quickly and holds within a few degrees during all operations that I've done. I've used it as high as 400 degrees with no issues.
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Yes. It generates reports and will even show you comparisons in run times from month to month. It uses algorithms to calculate the least required amount of run times to maintain the desired temperatures. The web login interface is really nice and informative. This has been the best thermostat we have owned. Reliable, comfortable, cost saver, and easy. What I like about it is how anyone can just easily walk up to it and change the hold temperature by pushing the up or down buttons, yet it has so many features that are laid out in an easy to use web interface.
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I assume there is some measure of calibration at the factory. There is no calibration certificate, nor is there any way to calibrate the unit short of modifying the cable length. It is, however, the most accurate unit I have owned. Unfortunately, that accuracy is only with the original thermocouples - using other type K thermocouples from Amazon and other suppliers results in bizarre readings. It would be very useful to have a calibration function on the unit.