Overall rating: 4.317954 / 5 from 997 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The RFX MEAT Wireless Probe offers reliable and accurate readings, though some users report inconsistent connectivity and battery life. It excels in long-range monitoring and is highly recommended for its precision and ease of use in grilling.
Summary topics
- Overall Product Reliability (8%): Customers expressed appreciation for the RFX, stating that it is accurate, reliable, and highly recommended.
- Probe Accuracy (28%): Opinions vary, some reviewers found the RFX probe to be hands down the most accurate wireless probe they've ever used.
- Grilling Performance (8%): It was observed by customers that the RFX system is an excellent tool that takes the guesswork out of grilling, particularly for long cooks.
- Connection Reliability (7%): Customers expressed differing viewpoints regarding the connection of the RFX wireless probe, with some experiencing unreliable connectivity.
- Temperature Reading Accuracy (6%): The feedback is varied, with some users experiencing inconsistent temperature readings, while others experienced accurate readings.
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Review highlights
- "Easy Setup, Great probes, get my true temps now!" —
- "This remote reading, wireless thermometer is great. . . once you get it working." —
- "The RFX is hands-down the most reliable wireless meat thermometer I've used." —
Reviews
Great design and engineering
"Just received and tested. The title says it all. 2.4MHz WiFi channel is an excellent idea to maximize transmission distance and penetration. My only negative comment is that the little Lifesaver candies don’t have any flavor. And they’re chewy. But it was a cute thought."
Phenomenal thermometers for asymmetric cooking.
"These were a game changer for me doing large sessions on the smoker with different cuts going at the same time. Now I dont have to constantly open the door to probe everything. The app is clean and concise. Being able to set temp alarms for each individual probe along with the air temp probe takes alot of stress out of long overnight cooks. Custom alarms wake me up in the event of a flame out so I can fix it ASAP. No more waking up to a stone cold smoker with undercooked meat."
RFX Kit
"So far it has it’s a winner for me. I have a Thermoworks ChefAlarm, an Industrial IR Gun and a Node monitor and the RFX System is a game changer for me. Can’t wait for those cold winter barbecues when I don’t need to be outside to monitor the grill. The only “surprise” was the rigid gateway antenna despite the image of the flexible one on the box. Almost tried to force the antenna before I realized it was rigid. Small disappointment for a great product!"
**ThermoWorks RFX Wireless Meat Thermometer
"**ThermoWorks RFX Wireless Meat Thermometer – 5 Stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐** After testing countless wireless meat thermometers over the years, I finally understand why ThermoWorks has such a strong reputation. The RFX system delivers! My setup includes two RFX wireless meat probes, the RFX Gateway, and a dedicated wired ambient temperature sensor. What impresses me most is the reliability. The long-range RF connection is incredibly stable, the four internal sensors in each probe provide precise temperature readings, and the ThermoWorks app makes monitoring cooks effortless. The probes are rated for external temperatures up to 1,000°F, offer 65+ hours of battery life, and recharge in just 20 minutes. Each charging dock runs on a simple AAA battery—no charging cables required! I also appreciate the separate wired ambient sensor, which provides dedicated cooker temperature monitoring. I even put these probes through some extreme steak-searing tests using a 3,000°F+ torch. Although the probes weren't exposed to the torch's full temperature, they experienced some serious heat and are still performing beautifully! **ThermoWorks isn't selling hype. They're delivering precision, durability, and reliability where it matters most. ** With meat prices continuing to rise, accurate temperature monitoring is more valuable than ever. Highly recommended! **MrFlavorsmith** *Live a Life of Flavor. *"
Really? You need to have
"Really? You need to have a 2.4GHz wifi to use this device? Is this the early 200s? Did you buy a container full of chipsets for cheap in 2005 and you are still running through the stock. It's ridiculous that I need a 2.4GHz network to use this device. I am sure there are many people out there who cannot or do not know how to set up a separate SSID for archaic devices. Other than that, I love the product. It works extraordinarily well, 2.4Ghz requirement aside."
Best thing ever
"So easy to set up. LinkedIn to probe instantly. Used in over on chicken first it so accurate and chicken was perfect. I have loved my thermo pen forever. So much I gave every family member one. So order both today or at least start with the pen. Enjoy almost perfection."
RFX Wireless probe
"The ThermoWorks RFX Wireless Probe has officially earned a permanent spot in my BBQ workflow. This thing is stupid‑simple to use — turn it on, pair it, and boom, you’re cooking. No fighting with settings, no dropped signals, no “why is this thing not connecting” nonsense. What I like most is the accuracy. When I say accurate, I mean dead‑on, every single time. I trust it enough to walk away from a brisket for hours because I know the temps it’s feeding me are legit. The wireless range is solid, the interface is clean, and the probes respond fast. It just works — and that’s exactly what I want when I’m filming, cooking, or juggling ten things at once. If you’re serious about BBQ, or you just want a tool that doesn’t make you cuss at technology, the RFX Wireless Probe is the one."
Best service!
"I’ve had some difficulty getting all things correct with my RFX……. but…. since the customer service is awesome, I’ve been able to sue this unit excellently. I have a problem with the Meat and got it worked out and bought a second one too. Appreciate the quality of product and seervice from Thermoworks!"
Great, except....
"I thought these were great until I wrapped my brisket in foil. At that point they stop working. I wish I would have known prior to ordering them. I'm sure they are great for most everything else, but I do mostly brisket and prefer to use foil over paper. I can't recommend for anyone that likes to use foil for their brisket cook."
The rfx wireless probe works
"The rfx wireless probe works very well i can walk across to my nabours and do not lose connection i will recommend to any one that needs a wireless probe i a little pricey but worth it"
Q&A
- What does the probe come with?
- When you purchase the standalone RFX MEAT™ Wireless Probe, it includes: RFX MEAT™ Wireless Probe Single-probe magnetic Charging Block High-temp silicone probe rings (for color coding) 1x AAA Battery (pre-installed in the charging block) Quick Start Instruction Guide Please note that the RFX MEAT probe requires an RFX GATEWAY™ to connect to Wi-Fi and transmit data to the ThermoWorks App. If this is your first RFX device, we recommend purchasing the RFX™ Starter Kit, which includes both the RFX MEAT probe and the RFX GATEWAY.
- If purchasing a two probe unit, how many probes with the two probe unit support? *can i add probes, If i want to add probes in future?
- You can absolutely add more RFX MEAT probes to your system at any time. The RFX GATEWAY that comes with the 2-probe kit will support any RFX device, and you can add up to 50 probes to that one RFX GATEWAY.
- I accidentally threw away my husband’s probes that were left in a pulled pork. If I buy a replacement probe, will it work with his charging station and Wi-Fi box he already has?
- Yes, the RFX GATEWAY can be used with any RFX MEAT probe. You can buy more probes here: https://www.thermoworks.com/products/rfx-meat
- What is the warranty for the RFX probes?
- RFX MEAT has a 1-year warranty. RFX GATEWAY has a 2-year warranty.