Overall rating: 4.4 / 5 from 20 reviews.
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Wish I didn't purchase.
"Wish I didn't purchase the IRK-2 model. I also have the Thermapen purchased earlier and use while cooking. When making jams and jellies, the Thermapen is difficult to use due to the close proximity of holding the probe near heat. Unfortunately the IRK-2 doesn't give accurate temperatures compared to the Thermapen and indicates temperature differences as much as 30 degrees. I tried different ranges with no favorable results."
Instructions need major work!
"The product seems fine, accurate, with many capabilities. However, the instructions on how to use the product leave a lot to be desired and seem to be written for someone who already knows how the product works . Instruction should be written so that a new, uninitiated user can quickly come up to speed. I have spent 3-4 times longer trying to figure out how to make various functions work or how to turn them on or off than I have spent actually making use of the unit itself. it should not be assumed that product purchasers are knowledgeable , which appears to be the case now, but rather that they are neophytes, and will need initial help to maximize product use. Frustrating and disappointing!"
Amazing!
"Quality for the price. Works well. My one nit-pik is I find the battery cover a tad to difficult to remove but no big deal. Very satisfied with the product over all."
works great but laser isn't visible
"haven't used the probe yet so can't evaluate but the gun works great but unlike my older gun there's no red laser light visible . . . . is that as it should be? I always get a temp but I'm not quite as sure where exactly its reading from. . ."
Awesome!
"This meter is awesome! I will never overcook my bbq with this two in one solution for external and internal temps."
Great tough accurate thermometer
"This thing was great fun to use till my sweet wife dropped it into a pot of hot oil. The thermometer still works but the aiming laser doesnÃât make it through the haze."
Happy
"High quality product!!!! Easy to use! I recommend it! You wonÃât be disappointed!!!??"
Great product
"I have bought several of these over the years for our school kitchens. They work great! I am having trouble figuring out how to calibrate them."
Best Tool
"I didn't realize what a great tool this was until I started using it. Rather than guessing if a pan is hot enough to start cooking, I can tell within a second if it is ready!! Love taking kids temperatures as well!"
Love it!
"Bought as sort of a ""toy,"" something to play with while cooking/smoking. I find myself using it much more than I ever imagined, so much better & versatile than the cheap one that I had. Haven't used the probe much but still glad that I have that option."