The 4 Best Bluetooth Thermometers for Meat Cooking

Whether you're a grill master or just a barbecue enthusiast, you should know that controlling meat temperature while cooking is crucial. For precision cooking, using a kitchen thermometer is necessary, and a Bluetooth thermometer can enhance your cooking abilities significantly. These Bluetooth thermometers are suitable for most scenarios, such as grilling and smoking. The best thing is that you can remotely monitor the temperature through your smartphone app. To help you make a well-informed decision, we have conducted multiple rounds of tests on the Bluetooth meat thermometers in this article.

Why Do You Need A Bluetooth Thermometer?

A meat thermometer is essential for meat cooking, which allows you to keep track of the internal temperature of the meat. As an advanced option, Bluetooth meat thermometer is more convenient as you can monitor the temperature from anywhere within range. This means you can relax and enjoy your time with friends and family without having to constantly check on your grill or oven.

1. INT-12-BW

After evaluating the cost, functionalities, and precision in temperature, our testing team unanimously ranked the INT-12-BW as the best Bluetooth thermometer for meat cooking. While many other thermometers have two probes, they are of the same length and often fall short for smaller cuts of meat like salmon fillets or chicken legs. Featuring a long and a short probe, the INT-12-BW can effectively addresses this issue.

As the best Bluetooth meat thermometer, the INT-12-BW supports dual connection modes - 5GHz WiFi and Bluetooth 5.4 - automatically switching between them to keep your connected. It also has a full-view screen, so you can monitor the temperature while grilling without needing your phone. Plus, it is also IP67 waterproof and dishwasher-safe.

 

What we like	What we dislike
Long and short probe for different cuts of meat WiFi and Bluetooth dual connection IP67 waterproof, dishwasher-safe 28 types of meat menus Full-view-angle HD LCD screen to check temperatures locally	The short probe can only detect food temperature

 

2. INT-11P-B

The INT-11P-B adopts 5.1 technology, enabling a control range of 300ft. It has 2 sensors, one for meat temperature and the other for ambient temperature, which helps you simultaneously monitor 2 necessary temperatures, and also helps the app determine when your meat is cooked to perfection.

The accompanying app can be downloaded for free from the manual. It contains more than 26 preset menus, and of course, you can customize them according to your preferences. What we like best is that it comes with a charging case, just like the case of your AirPods. You can put the probe in the case when you are done using them, and it will charge instantly and be ready for use next time.

 

What we like	What we dislike
300ft/91m Bluetooth distance IP67 waterproof, dishwasher safe 26 preset menus Steel probe and ceramic handle Minimalist charging case with fast charging	No WiFi connection

 

3. IBT-26S

If you want to measure multiple meats at once, then the IBT-26S provides you with a different option. In addition to being a Bluetooth BBQ thermometer, it is also a WiFi thermometer, supporting 5GHz or 2.4GHz WiFi networks. IBT-26S can accommodate up to 6 probes (5 for meat and 1 for oven), providing more accurate temperature readings compared to the INT-11P-B, despite it requires cable connections to the main unit.

With 29 USDA-recommended meat cooking presets, the IBT-26S is ideal for beginners who want to cook restaurant-quality meals. Through Bluetooth or WiFi connection, you can receive timely alarms like high/low-temperature alarms, device over-temperature alarm, etc. Maybe you prefer to monitor your cooking by the oven or grill, then the built-in LCD offers clear data display.

 

What we like	What we dislike
Accurate temperature measurement 4 meat probes Bluetooth, 2.4GHz/5GHz dual connectivity 29 preset menus Magnetic back and foldable stand	Not true wireless

 

4. IBT-2X

If you are on a budget and only need 2 probes, then the IBT-2X is a better cost-effective option, which is pretty much the cheapest Bluetooth cooking thermometer you can find. It can be easily managed through Bluetooth using the INKBIRD app, with the range of up to 150ft/50m. When the temperature hits set thresholds, IBT-2X will trigger alarms.

In case where your phone is on silent or vibrate mode, the built-in timer can be useful for monitoring and setting cooking times. What’s more, IBT-2X stores offline data which can be accessed through the app. Despite having 11 preset menus, it can basically meet your cooking needs.

 

What we like	What we dislike
Budget-friendly Built-in timer High/low temperature alarm Store offline data	Probe is not waterproof

 

Comparison

The comparison chart provided below will offer a clear overview of each Bluetooth thermometer mentioned above, helping you select the most suitable option for your needs.

Model	INT-12-BW	INT-11P-B	IBT-26S	IBT-2X
Bluetooth	5.4	5.1	5.1	5.0
WiFi	5GHz+2.4GHz	x	5GHz+2.4GHz	x
Bluetooth Connection Distance	328ft/100m	300ft/91m	230ft/70m	150ft/50m
Sensors	Long probe: 2 Short probe: 1	2	Up to 6 wired probes	2
Food Temperature Range	14~212℉ (-10~100℃)
Ambient Temperature Range	32~572℉ (0~300℃)
Measurement Accuracy	±1.8℉/±1℃	±1.8℉/±1℃	±0.9℉/±0.5℃	±2.0℉/±1℃
Preset Menus	28	26	29	11