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Lavatools Javelin PRO Duo Ambidextrous Backlit Professional Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer for Kitchen Food Cooking Grill BBQ Smoker Candy Home Brewing Coffee and Oil Deep Frying
Last Updated: April 10, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.6
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Total Reviews
760
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Usage
60cooking, cook, thermometer, steaks, grilling
+93%
-7%
" ... Makes the final check of grilled meats very easily. ... "
" ... I’ve owned several older meat thermometers, none compare to this one. ... "
" ... Otherwise, it worked really well and is physically durable and I used it for all my grilling and cooking purposes. ... "
" ... This is the best meat thermometer I have ever owned! ... This is our go-to meat thermometer when we grill out. ... "
" ... The Timex Ironman Traditional 30-Lap of meat thermometers. ... "
" ... It has become a staple in our kitchen and while grilling. ... "
" ... I use it for cheese making and also for candy making. ... I use it also for checking meats and baked goods. ... "
" ... I do a lot of cooking for large events and family gatherings. ... "
Ease of Use
24use, fast accurate, fast, reading, quick
+100%
" ... Just perfect - fast, accurate, easy to use, reliable. ... "
" ... Quick reading and easy to use! ... "
" ... Seems to be accurate and easy to use and read. ... "
" ... Easy to use and measures temperatures accurately. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use, easy to clean. ... "
" ... quick and simple to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use, easy to read. ... "
Price
23thermapen, thermometer, money, worth the money, javelin
+96%
-4%
" ... Absolutely worth the extra $ over entry level probe thermometers. ... "
" ... Most importantly, half the cost of the Thermapen. ... "
" ... Money well spent. ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... Worth the splurge for the cost. ... "
" ... Great thermometer worth every penny ... "
" ... This thing is low price compared to other brands in the same category. ... "
" ... I have been wanting a good thermometer for a long time but just couldn't see paying the price. ... This thermometer is well worth the price and I have no complaints. ... "
Product Reliability
22months, year, javelin, thermometer, stopped
+45%
-55%
" ... Bought this product in July 2017 and it stopped working in November 2018. ... I would never pay $50 for this product when it only works for 18 months. ... "
" ... I gave this a 1* star rating, not solely because this stopped working shortly after purchase, but the fact that I can't get ahold of the seller. ... "
" ... Lasted less than a month. ... "
" ... The lower end model stopped working after a few weeks . ... "
" ... It worked flawlessly until one day it didn't. ... Still not working. ... It's been a week without any response, so maybe out of business? ... "
" ... This stopped working almost immediately, apparently due to moisture getting into the case. ... "
" ... I would have given this a rating of 4 or 5 stars except for the fact it stopped working after less than 2 years of use. ... It seems that everything now days have a short life span and planned obsolescence. ... "
" ... Returned to the company to be repaired and it worked for about 3 months only to show the same erratic behavior as before. ... "
Build Quality
21thermometer, broke, thermapen, probe, javelin
+86%
-14%
" ... I know that other puchasers complained that it was easy to break, but I had this thermometer over a year and it is solid piece of equipment as long as you take care of it. ... "
" ... I do recommend disinfecting the tip before folding it up. ... "
" ... After the first one I learned to open it up close to the hinge. ... My son ( a great cook ) open it from the tip end it broke. ... "
" ... Extremely durable, versatile, and easy to use. ... "
" ... perfect construction, and VERY fast! ... "
" ... Nice construction, appears to be bullet proof, quick easy to read display. ... "
" ... I have dropped it numerous times. ... "
" ... I have had zero issues of mine breaking apart as others has mentioned. ... "
Cleaning
19easy to clean, dry, cooking, grilling, use
+95%
-5%
" ... So worth the money, if you love to cook, and cook meat to the proper temperature so they aren’t dry . ... "
" ... Takes the guesswork out of cooking ... "
" ... It has become a staple in our kitchen and while grilling. ... "
" ... we do lots of grill cooking around here. ... "
" ... This is our go-to meat thermometer when we grill out. ... "
" ... It's also super easy to clean: all i use is a paper towel at the end at it stays clean. ... "
" ... I ordered this when we got our first grill, so that I could cook whatever I wanted without a recipe. ... I have loved having it-- no dry pork loin or chicken breast, and no safety concerns. ... "
" ... Easy to use, easy to clean. ... "
Design
18thermapen, backlight, easy to read, thermometer, sleek
+94%
-6%
" ... Good price seems to display temperatures quickly. ... "
" ... Large backlit screen which makes for reading the numbers very easy. ... I purchased the stealth ink version which comes with a black probe. ... "
" ... Sleek design and functions great! ... "
" ... Nice sleek design. ... "
" ... Nice construction, appears to be bullet proof, quick easy to read display. ... "
" ... The display is large and easy to read with a long probe that keeps your hand safely away from the heat. ... "
" ... The large display, longer probe, auto on/off, display orientation, and overall improved built quality more than justifies the price difference. ... "
" ... This reads so quickly, and the flipping display allows you to test without thinking which hand you're holding the thermometer in. ... The backlight is so useful for when I start dinner late. ... "
Marketplace
10advertised, works, seller, sent, review
+60%
-40%
" ... it's great, exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... works as advertised ... "
" ... Works great as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Received this 4/22/18 a probably used it a dozen times. ... "
" ... Works perfectly as advertised. ... "
Size
10magnetic, refrigerator, pocket, tip, thermapen
+100%
" ... the magnetic housing is awesome and makes the tool that much better. ... "
" ... I like the smaller size of mine better but this one's performance trumps it. ... "
" ... Has magnet I keep on my refrigerator for quick use. ... "
" ... It will also magnetically stay on a metal backsplash (which I have behind my stovetop), so it's very handy and yet can stay out of the way when not in use. ... "
" ... The magnetic mount keeps it attached to the side of my microwave, and it is always ready to go at a moments notice. ... "
" ... The tiniest bit wide but if you have a dedicated pocket for it then it will be your best friend. ... "
" ... We drove all over town afterwards, and the magnet held it in place the whole time. ... "
" ... I like that it folds up and fits in the drawer better. ... "
Family
6family, cooking, water, son, law
+100%
" ... Husband loves it! ... "
" ... Bought for my hubby as he's the BBQ'r in the family and was always waiting a long time to see if the item cooking was up to temp. ... "
" ... bought 1 for me and 1 for my son in law. ... "
" ... I do a lot of cooking for large events and family gatherings. ... "
" ... My husband loves his. ... "
" ... I am assuming someone in my house tossed it in a sink full of water. ... "
Product As Described
5works, works as described, exactly
+100%
" ... it's great, exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... works as advertised ... "
" ... Works great as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works perfectly as advertised. ... "
Water Resistance
5water, javelin pro, water resistant, thermapen, tested
+40%
-60%
" ... It was never submerged, rained on, or splashed. ... "
" ... It eagerly slurped up the water and died. ... "
Returns
4return, days, would, update, repaired
+25%
-75%
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... Returned it the next day and was told it would be replaced or repaired within 5-7 days. ... I contacted them 3 days ago and requested an update on my return and have not received any update or response. ... "
Heating
3reads, heat, temps, temperature, plenty
+100%
" ... I grill and smoker food a lot. ... "
" ... It reads plenty fast, and I don't get steam or heat burns from trying to take temps while hovering over the hot food. ... "
" ... It reads temperatures of food super fast. ... "
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