Digital BBQ Thermometers

Q: What are the different types of BBQ thermometers?

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Q: Should I choose an instant-read thermometer or a wireless thermometer?

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Q: How do I measure BBQ pit temperature?

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Q: Can I monitor my grill from my phone?

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Q: What is the best wireless thermometer for BBQs?

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Q: What is the most accurate BBQ thermometer?

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Wireless and instant-read BBQ thermometers for cooking perfectly grilled meats every time.

Thermapen’s digital BBQ thermometers are loved by professional BBQ chefs and home grilling enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you need a wireless meat thermometer to track low-and-slow cooks from your device, or a trusted instant-read BBQ probe to check every steak and sausage, we have the kit to ensure every piece of meat you grill is cooked to perfection.

BBQ thermometers for grilling perfection

Thermapen’s range of BBQ thermometers is designed to help grilling enthusiasts cook safe, delicious food over fire.

Whether you’re just getting started with your BBQ hobby, or you’re a seasoned pro — we’ve got precise, easy-to-use meat thermometers for every level.

Add trusted BBQ thermometers to your kit, and never under or overcook your BBQ food again.

Why use a digital BBQ thermometer?

Cooking over fire can be unpredictable, but with a BBQ thermometer, you can:

Eat safely — Always know your meat is safely cooked without frequently opening the lid.

Achieve better results — Enjoy juicy, tender BBQ food without spoiling expensive cuts of meat.

Cook confidently — Understand meat and pit temperatures better throughout the process to cook over fire with confidence.

Built for BBQs

Thermapen’s digital BBQ thermometers are trusted by professionals for a reason:

Precision — Fast, accurate readings are essential for achieving perfect results. Dishes like steaks can overcook in seconds on the grill.

Reliability — Errors and lost signals are a disaster when an expensive cut like a brisket is on the line. Thermapen thermometers are renowned for reliable connections and lasting quality.

Purpose-Made — We know what BBQ chefs need. Integrated features like a waterproof casing and backlit displays are designed for cooking in any weather and lighting conditions.

BBQ temperature chart

Check out our BBQ Temperature Guide for all the meat temperatures you’ll need on the grill. Want them on hand while you cook? Shop our BBQ fridge magnet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different types of BBQ thermometers?

There are two types of barbecue thermometers that will make cooking over fire easier and more enjoyable, with much juicier results. If you go for just one, we'd always recommend a good quality, versatile instant-read temperature probe like a Thermapen.

Instant-read BBQ temperature probes

Meat probes are a useful addition to almost any BBQ cook. But in particular, they're a game-changer for getting that perfect medium-rare finish on your steaks. Choose one with super-fast readings to whip around big batches of wings without having to wait ages for it to stabilise.

Wireless meat thermometers

If you're a lover of low-and-slow recipes, a smart meat thermometer will let you monitor your cooks remotely, alerting you when they're perfectly cooked. There are multiple types available — some have wireless receivers, while others use Bluetooth or WiFi to connect to your device.

Which is the best BBQ thermometer for me?

Best BBQ temperature probes

Thermapens have long been essential kits for BBQ chefs worldwide. Their reliable readings and robust designs make them the perfect BBQ sidekick.

Thermapen Classic

The original BBQ thermometer.

Super fast 3-second readings
Accurate to ±0.4 °C
Splashproof
2-year guarantee
Free calibration certificate
Sleek folding design

Thermapen ONE

The ultimate BBQ accessory.

Unrivalled 1-second readings
Accurate to ±0.3 °C
Waterproof
5-year guarantee
Free calibration certificate
Sleek folding design
Intuitive display

Best wireless meat thermometers

Track the progress of your pulled pork from your sofa with wireless Bluetooth and WiFi meat thermometers.

RFX wireless meat thermometer

Unbeatable wireless range.

Blasts readings through thick BBQs, ovens and walls
Add up to 50 wireless meat probes to your system
Monitor from anywhere with WiFi
Free smartphone app
Fully waterproof to IP69K
50 hours of battery life with a 10-minute charge

Smoke wireless barbecue thermometer

Simple and reliable wireless monitoring.

2 probes for meat & pit
On-screen monitoring
Audible alarm
90m remote monitoring
Pre-paired wireless receiver
Water-resistant
Rechargeable

Signals 4 channel WiFi & Bluetooth thermometer

Bluetooth meat thermometer with app monitoring.

4 probes for meat & pit
On-screen monitoring
Audible alarm
Bluetooth & WiFi connectivity
Free smartphone app
Water-resistant
Rechargeable
Compatible with Billows pit control fan

Should I choose an instant-read thermometer or a wireless thermometer?

We recommend having both types of thermometer in your kit, as they’re useful for different things.

Instant-read thermometers — Great for checking foods cooked over direct heat like steaks, sausages and burgers. You can keep checking the temperature with your Thermapen as they cook, make sure they’re done all the way through, and rapidly check the whole batch (sometimes a few sausages might be cooked while others are underdone).

Wireless thermometers — Ideal for cooking over indirect heat, as you can keep the lid closed to retain heat and flavours. Track your meat as it cooks and get an alert when it’s done so you can pull it off before it overcooks.

If you want to start off with just one thermometer, we recommend a Thermapen. You can use it to check any meat, and quickly make sure it’s safely done in several places.

How do I measure BBQ pit temperature?

You can measure your BBQ’s ambient temperature using an air probe and a connected thermometer.

Our Pro-Series Air Temp Probe clips onto your BBQ grate for accurate pit monitoring.

Connect the probe to the RFX or Signals thermometers to monitor your pit temperature on your device, or to the Smoke thermometer to monitor it via a wireless receiver.

Connect the probe to the DOT or ChefAlarm thermometer to monitor your pit temperature on the digital display outside your BBQ.

Can I monitor my grill from my phone?

Yes, you can monitor your grill from your phone using a wireless thermometer that connects via Bluetooth or WiFi.

The RFX thermometer is our most popular wireless meat thermometer, letting you check both meat and pit temperatures on your device. RFX pairs with the free ETI app, where you can track your cook in real-time and get a push notification when it’s cooked.

What is the best wireless thermometer for BBQs?

We recommend the RFX thermometer for wireless meat monitoring.

Built with powerful radio-frequency technology, it blasts readings through thick ovens and walls so you can enjoy long-range monitoring without losing connections.

It’s fully waterproof, provides 50 hours of battery life with a 10-minute charge, and withstands ambient temperatures up to 538 °C — perfect for cooking over fire.

You can also add up to 50 RFX MEAT probes to your system, perfect for scaling up your collection.

What is the most accurate BBQ thermometer?

The most accurate BBQ thermometer is the Thermapen ONE. It has a high accuracy of ±0.3 °C, ensuring you get every steak and BBQ meat spot-on. Each Thermapen comes with a free calibration certificate, so you can be confident in your thermometer's accuracy.

Plus, with rapid one-second readings, you can catch every meat at its perfect doneness before it overcooks.