Top Thermometer Brands and Their Prices

Running to the doctor every time for a body temperature check is chaotic. After the off strike of Covid 19, it has become a necessity to have some basic tools at home. It is vital to have a reliable thermometer with fast and accurate readings. According to The American Academy of Pediatrics, a rectal temperature reading is the most accurate and is the method that should be used for babies 3 months old and younger and for kids up to 3 years of age. Thermometer comes with ear or forehead scans and a digital stick, whichever is convenient to use.

Best Thermometer Brands

For at home thermometers, two categories are available- digital and infrared. A digital thermometer is the basic type probably found in every household. It measures temperature through oral, axillary or rectal areas. They process slowly but are accurate, affordable and work for all. Infrared thermometer measures the heat emitted by our body through ear or forehead scans. They give results simultaneously and are mostly recommended but are also expensive.

• OMRON GentleTemp 720( MC-720-E)

OMRON GentleTemp 720 contactless thermometer is a superfast, accurate infrared thermometer with specific features to keep your baby's temperature constantly under control, with the lowest possible fuss. The company's products have clinically validated reliability and accuracy under rigorous testing by major health organizations. The product measures temperature without body contact. It can read surface temperature all well like a milk bottle etc. The OMRON thermometer comes with a track recorder which keeps the previous readings for reference.

Features:

• Memory up to 25 readings
• Measures body, room, surface
• Contactless
• 3-in-1 Measurement Functions
• Backlight
• Fast 1-second Measurement
• �C /�F Selection
• Beeper
• Exchangeable Battery
• Automatic Shut Off
• Warranty- 3 years
• Device Weight (g)- 90.00
• Item dimensions (mm)- 45 x 39 x 155

• HICKS Digital Thermometer DX-707

HICKS DX-707 Digital Thermometer can be used to measure the temperature orally, rectally, and under the armpit. The thermometer can recall last temperature reading and also has a beeper which indicates completion of measurement. It is safe, fast and accurate to use. The product is made of soft and flexible plastic for oral, rectal and underarm use, which is good for children. HICKS aim to offer superior quality, highly reliable and most consistent healthcare products at competitive prices. The company has been in the medical product industry since 1962.

Features:

• Water resistant
• LCD display
• Automatic shut off
• 30 sec response time
• Memory function
• Buzzer
• Soft tip
• Temp range- 35-42 �C/ 94-108 �F
• Accuracy- +/- 0.1 �C(+/- 0.2 F)
• Warranty- 6 months

• Dr MOREPEN Digital Hard Tip Thermometer (MT111)

Dr.Morepen Digital Thermometer Hard Tip (MT111) provides a quick and highly accurate reading. This digital thermometer is intended to measure the human body temperature in regular mode orally, rectally or under the arm, and the device is reusable for clinical or home use on people of all ages. The company aims at providing high quality pharmaceutical products of International standards to generic markets, and to promote innovative health care products in India for consumers at large with committed service. Dr Morepen digital thermometer comes with a fever alarm and 100% safe mercury free product. The thermometer is safe with high precision.

Features:

• Dual Scale Measurement (C F).
• Easy to Read.
• Auto Switch Off.
• Memory Function.
• Low Battery Indication
• Operating Temperature: 10 �C to 40 �C
• Operating Humidity: 30-85% RH
• Storage Humidity: 25-90% RH
• Accuracy: 0.1 �C
• Measuring Range: 32 �C (89.6 �F) to 42�C (107.6 �F)
• Battery: AG3 or LR41

• Dr TRUST Forehead Digital Infrared Thermometer

Dr Trust Forehead thermometer first scans and captures naturally emitted infrared heat, measurement of ambient temperature, liquids and surfaces. Arterial heat balance software then synthesizes these readings to determine bod. This thermometer comes with 2 modes i.e surface mode and body mode. Comes with color coded backlight! Display turns red when temperature is very high and becomes green when temperature is normal. Clinically tested, this thermometer has been clinically tested for accuracy in comparison to rectal thermometers.

Features:

• Buzzer
• 2 color coded backlight
• 30 readings memory
• Fever alarm
• 2AAA batteries
• 3-in-1 Non-Touch Infrared Technology:
• 3 sec response time
• Slide switch of object and person mode
• Accuracy: 0.1 �C
• Measuring Range: 32 �C (89.6 �F) to 42 �C (107.6 �F)

While buying a thermometer, features are important but the person using should also be considered. If it's for a baby then digital thermometers are the best buys but if it's the whole family then an infrared thermometer has more specifications and utility. Certain factors like display, silent mode, fever alert, memory storage, age specification and many others should be looked upon.