Top 10 Digital Oven Thermometers
for October 2023

The Pamxio thermometer is well-designed and easy to use, and it does its job well. It's temperature readings are accurate, and the probe is long enough to avoid burns. The backlight is bright enough to be visible in low-light conditions, and it's convenient to set an alarm. The alarm feature is especially useful for preparing food in advance, and we like the fact that it vibrates, too. The probe is also useful when adding ingredients while cooking, and we loved that it has a hook at the end, so you can easily hang it from a pot handle or hook. The timer function is not the best we've ever tested, however; it counts down from 99 minutes and 59 seconds, but the timer doesn't start until you press a button. The Pamxio thermometer is more expensive than some of the other models we tested, but it's a better overall value, and we think it's worth the money.

This meat thermometer is a big improvement over our previous pick, the ThermoPro TP07. It has a larger, brighter display, and beeps when it detects a temperature higher than your target. The probe clips on to a magnet built into the thermometer, so it's easy to hang from a hook or mount on a refrigerator door. The probe is 1.5 inches long, which is shorter than that of our previous pick, and is less likely to poke you in the hand. In addition, it has a 1.5-inch-wide guide, which makes it easier to read the digital display in dim light. The thermometer is accurate within 1F in most situations. However, it is slightly off by a few degrees when measuring the temperature of liquids, and by a few degrees when measuring the temperature of deep-frying fat. The thermometer is IP67 waterproof, so it can withstand accidental drops or other kitchen accidents, but we recommend using caution when handling it.

The GAISTEN Meat Thermometer is a well-designed tool that gives you accurate and consistent measurements of the temperature of meat. The probe is large and has a sturdy wire that won't bend or break, and it's long enough to track the temperature from machine to machine. The thermometer itself is small and compact, and the LCD screen is easy to read, even in direct sunlight. The thermometer is 42 inches long, and the wire comes coiled up, but it comes out of the bag fully uncoiled, so it's ready to use immediately. The thermometer's alarm is accurate, and it's loud enough to clearly alert you when your food has reached its targeted temperature. (We tested the thermometer by cooking steaks on a hot grill, and it alerted us when the appropriate temperature was reached.) The thermometer's alarms can be disabled if you want to lower the alert volume, and the thermometer has two temperature settings, so you can set an alarm for each one. The thermometer's temperature display is digital, and the temperature range of -58 F to 572 F (-50C to 300C) is wide enough to accommodate most meats. (The thermometer doesn't measure the temperature of liquids, but you can easily use another thermometer for that.) The thermometer's battery and probe are replaceable, and the probe's tip is replaceable, too, so if you lose it, you can order one from the company. The GAISTEN Meat Thermometer is a reliable, accurate meat thermometer, and it's especially smart for camping, parties, and family gatherings, when you don't have easy access to a kitchen. The GAISTEN Meat Thermometer was our favorite pick for meat thermometers, and it earned our highest rating of 5 stars.

The Yunbaoit digital remote meat thermometer was the most accurate thermometer we tested, even beating out more expensive models. It's easy to use, too, with a convenient dial for selecting your desired temperature, and a long probe with clip that makes it easy to clip to your apron and hang on the grill. It also has 10 preset temperatures for different types of meat, so you can easily choose the temperature you want for steak, chicken, pork, or fish. The wireless design is also appealing, since you can leave the probe on the side of the grill or smoker without worrying about reaching in with a wire and risking getting burned. The probe thermometer has 500 feet of range, which is more than long enough for most grills and smokers. The thermometer's alarm feature was especially helpful, since it allowed us to easily know when to start and stop grilling, and when to flip meats. The thermometer's backlit screen was helpful, too, since it helped us easily read the temperature in dim light or under the glare of the sun. The thermometer is relatively small, but it packs a big punch, and is worth considering if you grill often or spend a lot of time barbecuing.

The ThermoPro TP-17 is a dual probe grill thermometer and the USDA preset temperatures make it one of the best choices among thermometers for monitoring meat in a smoker, grill, or oven. The alarm function is especially useful with smokers, as it allows you to check the temperature without opening the hood and adding fuel. The thermometer has large, clear backlit displays that are easy to read in any light condition. The flip-out stand is convenient, and the magnetic back allows you to hang the thermometer almost anywhere in your kitchen or grill. The dials are large and easy to read, but they could be a bit more responsive. The probe on this thermometer is longer than most, which means you can get a good read on thicker pieces of meat. The 40-inch stainless steel mesh cables are rated for 716°F and a wide temperature range of 14°F to 572°F (-10°C to 300°C). They are long enough to reach the center of a 2- to 2.5-pound roast, which is the length of most roasts, though they don't extend to the highest racks of ribs. The thermometer probes are removable, and the probe cover has a sturdy latch to prevent accidental opening. The thermometer is waterproof, but the probe is not.

If you're looking for a digital meat oven thermometer with a continuous (step-down) probe, a backlit display, and dual alarms, the Digital Meat Oven Thermometer Hotloop is a good choice. It has an easy-to-use interface and a temperature range that's quite broad, from -58 to 572°F (-50 to 300°C). The probe is sturdy and long, so it's ideal for grilling large steaks and roasts. The thermometer is not waterproof, however. It works fine for grilling steaks, but it's better suited to hamburgers and chicken. The timer is handy, and the alarm function works well. The thermometer has a bright, backlit display that is easy to read in low-light conditions. It's a little cumbersome to set up, but it's a snap to calibrate once it's up and running. The one caveat: The probe is removable, but it's a bit tricky to reattach.

This digital meat thermometer is one of the least expensive digital instant-read thermometers we tested, but its interface, accuracy, and size make it a great choice for anykitchen. The probe is long enough to reach a whole chicken or thigh, and the temperature range is from -58 to 572 °F, so it's ideal for cooking all kinds of meats. The display is large and backlit, so it's easy to read, even in dim light, and it has a waterproof casing, so it's safe to use outdoors. Some users had a difficult time controlling the unit's temperature adjustment, but as long as you follow the manual carefully, you'll be able to get the temperature you want. The thermometer also has a timer mode, so you can use it to cook food at a preset temperature. The alarm is loud enough to be heard over background noise, and the unit stores the last 48 temperatures and times you recorded, so you can monitor the cook without keeping another device nearby. The battery is easy to replace, and the unit shuts off automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity, making it a good choice for cooking multiple meals.

The ThermoPro TP-16 is a superior meat smoker thermometer with a built-in timer, programmable alert, and a built-in clock. It is accurate and easy to read, and the menu features preset USDA temperature settings for a wide range of foods. The built-in alarm is loud enough to wake you, but not so annoying that it will disturb you while cooking. The probe is long enough to reach the center of the oven, and the cable allows you to set the probe outside of the oven. The thermometer is durable, and the probe is encased in stainless steel. The thermometer automatically turns off after 20 minutes, but you can turn the timer off at any time. The thermometer has 6.5 inches of food grade stepdown tip, and the LCD is large and easy to read. The thermometer is programmable, and you can set it to alert you when the desired temperature has been reached. Overall, the ThermoPro TP-16 is an easy-to-use, accurate, and durable meat smoker thermometer.

The Hotloop Digital Oven Thermometer is a no-frills, no-frills, easy-to-use oven thermometer. It displays the temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit, has a thin wire probe, and is powered by one AAA battery. The probe wire is thin and does not interfere with the oven door seal, and it stays put in the oven, which is a big plus. The thermometer is accurate to 1.8F, which is 1C, which is not great, but for an oven thermometer, it's not bad. The Hotloop Digital Oven Thermometer is not ovenproof, so you cannot use it to probe your meat or another food item while it is cooking in the oven. If that's important to you, check out our top pick, the Thermoworks Maverick Pro, which is ovenproof and can also be used to probe food while it is cooking.

ThermoPro's TP16S Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking and Grilling is a high-quality, well-designed, and practical meat thermometer. Its wide temperature range and ability to read in both Fahrenheit and Celsius make it useful for most any cooking situation, and it's accurate enough to use for baking, too. The meat thermometer's probes are 6.5 inches long, which is longer than many competitors' probes, and this makes them more usable when measuring foods in a deep fryer. The probes are stainless steel, and ThermoPro claims they're made of food-grade materials, so they'll stand up well to oils, sauces, and marinades. The probe cables are durable enough to be used in any cooking environment, and the thermometer is splash-proof, so you can use it in any cooking environment, whether that's on the grill, in the oven, or on the stovetop. The thermometer's display is easy to read, and it has a backlight for ease of use in dark conditions. The thermometer's buttons are conveniently located on the front of the thermometer, and there are four buttons on the display itself: the backlight button, the temperature button, the start timer button, and the stop timer button. The backlight button can be held down to illuminate the display, while the temperature and timer buttons allow for quick adjustment of temperature settings. The meat thermometer's preset temperatures for meat are for a range of meats, including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, and fish, so you'll never have to worry about forgetting to set a temperature again. The meat thermometer's timer function has 60 minutes of recording time, and the timer's display is easy to read. The meat thermometer's timer is programmable, so you can program it to start at a specific time. The meat thermometer also functions as a kitchen timer, so you can use it to time your stir-fry, boil, or soap-making session. The meat thermometer's display also has a time display, so you can keep track of how long you're cooking or baking. The meat thermometer has a one-year warranty, and ThermoPro has excellent customer service, so if you ever need help, they'll respond promptly. The meat thermometer is a high-quality product with a wide variety of uses, and it will last for years.