How, When and Why Use Smart Meat Thermometers for Cooking

Aug 20, 2023

Smart meat thermometers are becoming more popular these days. These smart devices can help you cook the perfect steak, chicken, pork roast, or fish, like salmon or tuna, every time. At GearBrain, we have been testing a bunch of these smart meat thermometers and see why people are starting to use them. They are easy to use and allow you to do other things without worrying about overcooking your meat, especially when on the grill outside. This article will explain how these devices work and why you should use them when BBQing or cooking for many people.

Smart meat thermometer's can help you grill your meat to perfection every time.GearBrain

A smart meat thermometer is a digital thermometer that uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to connect to your smartphone or tablet. The thermometer has a probe that is inserted into the meat, and the probe sends the temperature readings to your device. You can then use your device to monitor the temperature of the meat and receive alerts when it reaches the desired doneness.

How do you use this smart cooking device? Many new smart meat thermometers are easy to use. Friends always ask, "How hard are these thermometers to set up and use?" I can tell you from experience they are straightforward to set up and use. For first-time users, here is how a smart meat thermometer works. The probe is inserted into the meat. The probe is usually made of stainless steel or another heat-resistant metal. It has a sensor at the tip that measures the temperature of the meat. The probe sends the real-time temperature readings to your device via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection so you can monitor the temperature of the meat on your device. This allows you to use your device to see the meat's current temperature and set alerts to notify you when the meat reaches the desired doneness.

MEATER's app calculates an estimated cooking time based on the target temperature GearBrain

After testing a bunch of these smart meat thermometers, here are six easy steps to follow when using a smart meat thermometer for the first time:

As you can see, using these smart meat thermometers is relatively easy. However, for some, it still might be a little challenging. Therefore, here are a few additional tips I would like to give you before you start using a smart meat thermometer. One suggestion is to ensure the probe is inserted into the thickest part of the meat. If not, you will not get a good reading, and your meat might not come out how you want it to. Also, if you are cooking multiple pieces of meat, use a different probe for each piece. Taking the probe out of one piece of meat and using it on another is not how these devices are meant to work. Also, you want to prevent cross-contamination. If you need multiple smart meat thermometers, consider getting a device like MEATER Block. It comes with various probes to help you cook a lot of meat simultaneously.

Another critical tip when using a smart meat thermometer is keeping the probe clean. After using your smart meat thermometer, wipe it clean with a damp cloth. This will help prevent the spread of bacteria. Also, it would be best if you stored the smart meat thermometer in a safe place when not in use. This helps ensure your smart cooking device will not get damaged.

The MeatStick can help you cook your meat to perfection. GearBrain

I use a smart meat thermometer whenever I use my gas or charcoal grills. I also use it around the holidays when cooking for the entire family. But it will vary for everyone. So, to help you determine how often you would use a smart meat thermometer, here are a few situations where you might want to pull out your smart meat thermometer:

There are many reasons to use a smart meat thermometer. Based on our testing of these smart cooking devices, here are some of the most important reasons for using a smart meat thermometer:

In addition, here are a few benefits users get from cooking with a smart meat thermometer:

The cost of an excellent smart meat thermometer ranges from a low of $30 to a high of $350 for a set of 4 (MEATER Block). Companies that make reliable smart meat thermometers include Yummly, MEATER,The MeatStick, Inkbird, Govee, and ThermoPro. All are available on Amazon.

The lower cost devices are smart meat thermometers that have a wired attached. It connects to a small thermometer which provides readings and works on a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection to send temperature readings to your smartphone or tablet. We recently tested one of these devices, Inkbird, which came with multiple probes, making cooking easier for many people. It worked on both 2.4GHz and 5 GHz connections with long-range connectivity. (See our review here.).

Inkbird is one of the better smart meat thermometers with wired probes that connect to a wireless meat thermometer. GearBrain

The true wireless types of smart meat thermometers start around $80 and are very easy to use. You can check out our Best Smart Meat Thermometer article for the list of devices we would recommend.

Overall, smart meat thermometers are a great way to cook meat to the perfect doneness every time. They can also help you avoid overcooking or undercooking meat, which can lead to foodborne illness. If you are serious about cooking and can spend $80, a smart meat thermometer is a worthwhile investment that will make sure all your meals come out perfectly no matter who is cooking.

If you need help in finding a good smart meat thermometer, remember to use our product find engine, The GearBrain. It will help you find, buy and connect any smart device, including smart meat thermometers. You can also store your product information for free in your own MyGear section of the platform.

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