Most people have pretty strong opinions on how they like their steaks (and just about any other food) cooked. While a professional chef might have the experience and knowhow to discern when a piece of meat is appropriately done by look and touch, most of us aren’t so skilled. To remove the guesswork and get the desired results, try using a grill thermometer.
Though some thermometers are probes and others are handheld, the top picks all accurately read temperature and do so quickly in order to ensure your hand is not left lingering over the hot grill grates for extended periods. The methods for displaying a given temperature are likewise diverse, with some sporting digital readouts while others rely on analog dials.
To achieve medium rare (or any other level you prefer) try using one of the top four grill thermometers we’ve curated from Amazon.
1. ThermoPro TP19 Waterproof Digital Meat Thermometer
Steak comes at a premium and you want to make sure that you don’t ruin the investment by turning the succulent flesh into a hockey puck. But you also don’t want to spend loads of time fiddling with a fussy thermometer with your hand perched over red-hot grill grates either. Luckily, this model is as speedy as it is precise with accurate readings available in only two to three seconds. Not only that, but it is also waterproof so any juicy splashes from your favorite cut or tending the grill on a dreary day pose no threat to its longevity.
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2. Inkbird Bluetooth Wireless Grill Thermometer
Long gone are the days when taking something’s temperature was an analog-only affair. This model is so high-tech it can connect effortlessly to both Android and iOS devices so you can keep track of things without being chained to your grill. This probe-style model has a magnetic design that allows it to easily fix to most metal surfaces and it features a large, easy-to-read digital display so you don’t have to squint to make things out correctly. Completely wireless, it has a rechargeable, battery-powered body and comes with four probes and keeps digitally connected thanks to Bluetooth technology.
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3. BFOUR Bluetooth Meat Thermometer
Like some of the other models on our list, this example takes advantage of Bluetooth technology so the user is freed up from having to stand next to the grill at all times. Featuring a large LED display, a given temperature is easy to read and the six probes that accompany it make for readings accurate within 1.8 degrees-Fahrenheit. To closely track the temperature of your food and create certain presets based on your preferences, simply download the brand’s app to streamline the cooking process that much more.
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4. Yummly Premium Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer
Wireless meat thermometers, while accurate, aren’t quite as convenient as they could be. That’s because most of them require the use of a separate temperature reader. That’s not the case with Yummly’s model, though. This wireless thermometer transfers temperature readings to an easy-to-use app on your smartphone. The app does more than tell you the temperature of what you’re grilling, it also features a timer and built-in presets that will help eliminate any guesswork.
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