The Best Infrared Thermometers (Review & Buying Guide) in 2023 | Autance

It couldn’t get any simpler than this. The Lasergrip 774 infrared temperature gun may have a slightly limited temperature range, maxing out at 716OF, but it sure can be a very handy tool for a multitude of applications. It’s a non-contact thermometer allowing you to safely measure and read the temperature of the car surfaces you’re working on so you don’t necessarily burn yourself needlessly.

The temp gun from Etekcity features just the right technical specs that will make it very easy to operate. Its hold, scan, and lock functionality is always a charm while the slim and ergonomically-shaped handle won’t be causing any discomfort on your hands real soon. The large blue LED-backlit display makes temperature reading so much easier, too. The temperature sensor technology embedded into the 774 together with its advanced infrared technology allows it to take very precise measurements of surface temperatures up to with ±2%. The distance-to-spot ratio is at a standard 12:1 which should help increase the distance between the object being measured and the Lasergrip without losing accuracy.

Featuring 12 laser points and a central dot forming a circle on the target object for measurement, this infrared thermometer promises greater accuracy of its temperature readings. It comes with a much higher temperature limit of 1022 degrees Fahrenheit, which can further increase its applicability, although there are very few situations or circumstances in the house that can really reach such high temperature readings.

Nevertheless, with an HD LCD display providing clearer information you’ll never miss any temperature reading from the Estink IR thermometer. It’s got a temperature bridge alarm, which turns the LED indicator into a bright red, warning you that the surface temperature being measured has surpassed the limits set on the device. It’s got an auto-shutoff feature, too, although it’s quite long at about 25 seconds. Compensating for the heat emitted by various surfaces can be easily compensated as the Estink comes with adjustable emissivity settings.

The 1022D is a substantially better temp gun than Etekcity’s other non-contact infrared thermometer, the 774. First, it comes with dual laser instead of a single beam, allowing for greater precision when it comes to taking temperature measurements over certain distances. Second, the emissivity settings can be adjusted on the 1022D, affording you with greater precision when it comes to measuring temperatures across various surfaces. Third, the maximum temperature has been bumped up to 1022 degrees Fahrenheit, although finding the application for such extreme temperatures at home can be quite challenging.

The 1022D comes with the same ergonomic gun type of thermometer that the brand is known for. The barrel is relatively short, giving it a more compact appearance. It feels nice and stable on the hands, too. At the very least you will not have to worry about a less secure grip on the handle while you’re busy working on something in your car or anywhere else around the home.

For those who need the best infrared thermometer you might want to consider the Lasergrip 630 in a contemporary black finish with blue-gray console. This temperature gun has the highest maximum temperature that can be measured by any device as far as this list is concerned at 1076oF. If you’re thinking of measuring just how hot your car’s engine can turn out after a grueling ride in the mountains, then this one’s for you.

The distance-to-spot ratio is also way higher than the conventional 12:1 at 16:1. This means you get to measure the exact temperature of a scorching hot surface without ever getting close to it and without ever sacrificing the accuracy of the temperature readings. One can also easily adjust the emissivity settings to compensate for the heat naturally emitted by various surfaces so you’ll obtain the correct temperature reading.

For those who love to cook the perfect meats in their preferred levels of doneness, getting this non-contact infrared thermometer will also get you a free meat thermometer which you can stick through the meat you’re cooking to check its internal temperature.

Bu of course, that’s just the bonus as this infrared thermometer also works like a charm when it comes to measuring the temperature of almost anything you have in mind, but most especially when you’re working on your car. The SURPEER IR thermometer actually comes with almost the same temperature range as most of the temperature gun units we have on this list. Its emissivity settings can also be adjusted while also featuring the now-standard 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio.

This non-contact thermometer from Helect has a lovelier design than most of the products we’ve seen so far. The black accents on a yellow chassis remind you more of that iconic brand of heavy duty machinery. However, it does feel comfy on the hands and provides remarkably accurate temperature readings of up to 1022 degrees Fahrenheit.

The arrangement of the buttons is pretty straightforward, although you might be pressing on a couple of buttons if you happen to have a slightly bigger thumb than the rest of mankind. The LCD display is oriented rather horizontally, not vertically as we’re more accustomed to looking at. It’s a welcome change and one that will give you a much better temperature reading as you toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit. It comes with a single red laser dot to assist in pinpointing the exact area where you want the temperature to be measured. At least you can now measure the temperature of even the tightest spots in your car’s engine bay.

One of the least expensive temp gun units in the market yet equally effective in giving you accurate temperature readings is this temperature gun from HOLDPEAK. The 981C comes with the same temperature range that most of the other infrared temperature gun products in this list come with at minus-58 degrees to 1022 degrees Fahrenheit. Its emissivity is also fully adjustable to allow for temperature compensation and ensuring a more reliable reading, although its +/-1% accuracy is more than enough guarantee.

The 981C comes with a smaller profile, perfect for including in your toolbox for storage right in your trunk. The display comes in a bright green LED which is quite unusual since most of the units available in the market come with either the soft white or the blue LED. At least, green is way cooler to the eyes, allowing you to continue your work without really complaining about eye strain.

The Fluke 62 Max Infrared Thermometer is designed for automotive, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC use. It provides non-contact surface temperatures measurements on wiring, cables, gears, bearings, etc. The device measures temperatures in a range of -22 to 932 degrees Fahrenheit as well as 30 to 500 degrees Celsius.

Users report that this thermometer is easy to set up. It’s also backlit, which is helpful in low light conditions. It features a 10:1 infrared distance to spot ratio and laser sighting for accuracy and displays minimum, maximum, the difference between the two readings, and average temperatures. It’s dust and splash-resistant as well as compact and lightweight enough to attach to a tool belt or belt loop. It works in hard-to-reach areas and can survive a 3-meter drop.