ThermoMaven Smart Bluetooth Wireless Meat Thermometer: Standalone Base, WiFi Unlimited Range, 6 Sensors with NIST Certified Accuracy, 2 Probes for Kitchen, BBQ, Grill, Oven, Smoker, Rotisserie

I bought the Thermomaven "P2" from Amazon for $109 US. They are selling the "G2" right now for $129 US. The main difference between them that I can find is that the G2 runs wireless on what is called "Sub 1" giving better ranges.As for the P2 range, it is awesome and more than plenty for me. I suppose if you have a large property or want to jump on your ATV and drive over to the next hollow to show your buddy Clevis your Butt Temperature the Sub G1 feature is handy. Found this definition of it:"Long Range: Lower frequencies, like those used in Sub-1 GHz, have superior signal propagation and lower attenuation compared to higher frequencies. This means that Sub-G signals can travel further and penetrate obstacles like walls and buildings more effectively, enabling longer communication ranges, which can extend to kilometers in some scenarios."What I know is that without the Sub-1 I took my Base Unit for a stroll and held a signal for a long ways before losing signal, more than enough for my needs. I suppose the Sub-1 technology may have enabled me to get all the way to the Henderson Place but I don't even like them or their yippy little Foo-Foo dogs.Now that we have the electronic mess out of the way onto the Probes and Performance. In a word, OK maybe two words. GAME CHANGER!I have always found smoking meat to be less than enjoyable as it should be because of second guessing actual temperatures because of unreliable, wired probes. I own a ThermoPro and an Inkbird. I grew to distrust the ThermoPro and don't even get me going on the insidious, obnoxious mystery alarms on the Inkbird that sent my Blood Pressure into the Stratosphere.The ThermoMaven just works. What a concept.It seems to be highly accurate. It allows you to choose to set your Target Temperatures yourself or for you to let the App set them for you based on the meat you are working with. This trusting the App thing at first seemed a little naughty to me. Like I was violating some primeval guy code. Kinda like sneaking a can of Modela when you know that PBR is the firmly entrenched King Of All Barbeque Beverages.I am an unabashed convert. I have crossed over to the dark side. It's full up get over my wimpiness and give up control to the Maven. She totally knows what she's doing.My first cook was so relaxing and satisfying. The App tracks the time remaining to target temperature with precision. This is some pretty darn near critical news to have. No more, "Geez Louise! The corn is turning into mush! YOU TOLD ME THE MEAT WOULD BE DONE HALF AN HOUR AGO!" And that my friends is the power of the Maven. Forget the Bluetooth and the Wireless Range. Forget the pretty colors on the App. Just know this, you know when the meat will be done. The Maven even tells you when to remove the meat and tracks resting time. I mean, come on man!Just buy this thing. You decide on getting the fancy Sub-1 Ghz one or not. Just buy either one and turn your life over to the Maven.

I was an early adopter of the Meater brand probes and really liked them, but the biggest limitation with the early models was the lack of WiFi – the range was always an issue. After losing my probe, I decided to give this one a try, and I’m so glad I did!Setup was super simple and pairing was effortless. At first glance it looks a lot like the Meater, but the real game-changer is the base station. Not only does it charge the probe, but it also acts as a monitor and repeater, bridging the connection from the probe to the app. That means I can check on my cooks from anywhere, without worrying about range limitations.The app itself is excellent – very intuitive, with lots of predefined temps for popular cuts and cooking styles. Everything just works seamlessly.Overall, this feels like the Meater but upgraded – better connectivity, reliable performance, and at a more affordable price. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase!

I’m sorry, if you cannot afford this that is okay. If you missed out on the sale, I am sorry. For those still using those $20 Walmart poker thermometers… toss them away because THIS just took the trophies.I 100% fell for the targeting sale on this, am I mad? No. This purchase drove my co workers, and wife CRAZY because all I do is talk about how much I love it!My first thing I cooked with it was grilled chicken. The temperature was PERFECT and the prongs told me when it will be done, when to take it off the grill. And how long to let it rest. Came out at 167 after resting and was the most tender chicken I’ve ever had. I’ve been looking for nothing but excuses to cook now and the attached photos is a brisket I’ve been doing all day.The prongs have a long battery life, easy to clean, and I guess dishwasher safe but I find it easiest to just wipe them clean in the sink. The monitor that comes with it not only makes charging the prongs easy, but makes it easy to check temperatures at a glance. Also when it’s ready to be taken off the heat, the alarm is loud and will not stop until you stop it. This is great for overnight cooks that you don’t want a charcoal pan and you’re a hard sleeper like myself.The app now. The app is crazy accurate, easy to use, and you can set all kinds of parameters of whatever you are cooking. It comes with a few recipes in the app, and the 6 sensors on each prong is really nice. 5 prongs in the food and one getting the outside temperature ensuring you have the expected temperature while cooking. This also is nice if you have a grill or smoker you can control from your phone. If you need to pick up the kids at school or take them to practice and your alarm goes off. You get the notification from anywhere! It is amazing how far the connectivity is.The quality of the set is the highest of the highest. The prongs are FRAGILE but if you are careful and take care of them, I expect it to last a long time.To wrap things up, I’ve never cooked food so exact in temperature before this. Buying this was a big financial mistake because now that I have such nice thermometer, I am now buying a new grill/smoker set so I can use these more and increase my cooking experiences.My opinion: buy it if you can, if you have any doubts just buy it, if you can’t afford it, make efforts in a way to afford buying it. If you don’t buy it, then you are not meant to be hosting BBQs and major cooking holidays just make salads.