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
Tools Tested
Average Finish: 0.1
Purchased for: $48
Made In: China
Premium option at $48, range -40°F to 2732°F, dual laser, adjustable emissivity, top accuracy with minimal error.
Average Finish: 1.2
Purchased for: $38
Made In: China
Affordable at $38, range -58°F to 2876°F, spot ratio 30:1, includes flashlight, excellent accuracy.
Average Finish: 2.4
Purchased for: $104
Made In: China
Premium model at $104, range -40°F to 1200°F, spot ratio 20:1, adjustable emissivity, high durability.
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.
Average Finish: 2.6
Purchased for: $86
Made In: China
Priced at $86, range -22°F to 752°F, spot ratio 10:1, clearer screen, faster scanning, good accuracy.
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.
Average Finish: 5
Purchased for: $19
Made In: China
Priced at $19, range -58°F to 1,112°F, accuracy ±2%, spot ratio 12:1, moderate performance with some temperature errors.
Average Finish: 5.7
Purchased for: $50
Made In: China
Priced at $50, range -58°F to 2552°F, spot ratio 30:1, accuracy ±2%, performance affected by low battery.
Average Finish: 6.3
Purchased for: $36
Made In: China
Moderately priced at $36, range -58°F to 1,112°F, spot ratio 12:1, includes carrying case, adjustable emissivity.
Average Finish: 9
Purchased for: $63
Made In: China
Higher-end at $63, range -22°F to 212°F, spot ratio 20:1, adjustable emissivity, notable temperature error.
Average Finish: 10
Purchased for: $86
Made In: China
Mid to high range at $86, range -22°F to 752°F, spot ratio 12:1, includes carrying pouch, moderate accuracy.
Average Finish: 12.6
Purchased for: $9
Made In: China
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.
Average Finish: 13.8
Purchased for: $38
Made In: China
Costing $38, broad range up to 1,472°F, spot ratio 12:1, includes carrying case, higher error in temperature measurements.
Average Finish: 14.3
Purchased for: $19
Made In: China
Cost-effective at $19, range -58°F to 1,112°F, accuracy ±1.5%, response time 500ms, struggles with shiny surfaces.
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.
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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.