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MEATER Plus 165ft Long Range Smart Wireless Meat Thermometer for The Oven Grill Kitchen BBQ Smoker Rotisserie with Bluetooth and WiFi Digital Connectivity
Last Updated: December 15, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.0
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
258
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1980 meters
SIZE
Yes
BLUETOOTH
Yes
WIFI
Review Analysis - 742 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Food Items
226cook, cooked, chicken, meater, steak
+92%
-8%
" ... With this tool you can be sure the meat will be cooked to your desired doneness. ... No more guessing its done because so many factors go into cooking a great steak. ... "
" ... Perfect for cooking ... "
" ... Sometimes I get dubious about these new tech grilling items but I can attest that this one is great and work easily and as described/intended. ... "
" ... So far made fabulous pork roast, steaks and brauts cooked to perfection. ... Have a whole chicken marinating cannot wait to see how good it comes out. ... "
" ... Turkey came out perfect thanks to MEATER. ... "
" ... Love the 4 pack for cooking chicken and beef at the same time on the grill. ... "
" ... He loves using it and it cooks meat perfectly every time. ... "
" ... I've only used this on 2 cooks so far ... The meat probe was accurate but the ambient never came up to the actual. ... As reported this is likely due to the ambient probe being close to the meat. ... "
Ease of Use
134easy, app, simple, set, super
+96%
-4%
" ... initial set up may be challenging but once it’s connected it’s great, convenient and super easy. ... "
" ... This thermometer was easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... Easy to use app available for download. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... Suitable for beginner ... "
" ... Set up easy and worked with my iPhone. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... Easy to use! ... "
" ... So easy to use, reaches so much further than other types and has a great app! ... "
Programs
81oven, grilling, cook, meat, cooking
+90%
-10%
" ... I grill 5-6 nights a week, typically whole meats. ... I have grilled thick chicken breasts on my Weber charcoal grill using this device and nailed the perfect combination of light char, cooked thoroughly yet moist and juicy every stinking time since I got this. ... "
" ... It is amazing to start steaks on the grill or a leg of lamb in the oven and not have to worry about over or under-cooking. ... "
" ... I use it for all my outdoor gas grilling and charcoal smoking. ... "
" ... If you're doing long cooks on a Kamado, Gas Grill, Charcoal Grill, Barrell Cooker, fire pit, stove, WHEREVER. ... "
" ... I bought this for my husband, who loves to grill. ... With the Meater, he cooks even better on the grill ... Now, every time we grill, it's like eating at a restaurant. ... "
" ... This is a great product, and makes grilling a snap. ... "
" ... It’s very accurate, so the meat is the right temp when you remove it from the grill. ... "
" ... Wonderful - never was able to cook a steak on the grill - this thermometer and app made it easy. ... "
Device Compatibility
79probe, connection, connected, meater, app
+39%
-61%
" ... It then says to move it "closer" to reconnect. ... (I didn't do that) I did try moving it closer but it wouldn't reconnect at all. ... "
" ... minus a star for having to interact with my phone ... "
" ... Constant loss of connection and frustration even getting it to pair with its own base, a mere 10" away. ... "
" ... I have a Meater + and its extremely finicky when trying to establish and maintain connection. ... "
" ... I can be 8 feet away and it will disconnect. ... There are much cheaper thermometers that I can see the screen from further away or that stay connected to Bluetooth from inside the house. ... "
" ... Connection was a serious pain. ... "
" ... I connected easily until I put it in my smoker. ... "
" ... Second, it disconnects frequently even when my phone is close to the probe. ... Third, fails to to connect to my phone even when my Bluetooth setting indicates it is connected. ... "
Apps
59easy to use, probe, meater, app is easy, app is great
+78%
-22%
" ... The app is simple and elegant. ... "
" ... App is great and setup is easy. ... "
" ... Probe, and their phone app worked great. ... "
" ... Easy to use app available for download. ... "
" ... I connected my iPad and iPhone with my probe through the app and free cloud service. ... The app monitoring and chart is also great. ... "
" ... The app was simple and had everything I could ever need. ... "
" ... The app is helpful when setting it up for the first time with step by step instructions on pairing the probe and the probe's placement. ... The functionality of the app is also top notch. ... (Thanks to Al Gore and the app!) ... "
" ... Great many options on app. ... "
Network
59feet, probe, grill, 165, stay connected
+37%
-63%
" ... We can’t walk more than 12 feet with out losing connection! ... "
" ... Worked a couple of times fine, now won’t connect to ap . ... "
" ... Every time I use this, my network is taken down. ... "
" ... I bought the MEATER 33 and it lost connection over 20’. ... "
" ... Connection only to about 20 feet not 165 as advertised. ... "
" ... Kept loosing connection even with close range. ... "
" ... I can't get to stay connected in the house and only 50' away. ... "
" ... I have a small house and it will not stay connected less than 40 feet away through 2 walls. ... Have tried constantly repositioning the block and it looses connection when the base is less than 20 ft away. ... "
Accuracy
56easy to use, accuracy, use and accurate, thermometer, meater
+95%
-5%
" ... Most accurate meat thermometer ever, and especially handy during the rest phase. ... "
" ... Very accurate, I could have burnt my ribs if I didn’t have the Meater. ... "
" ... This unit gives accurate readings time after time after time . ... "
" ... I have found it really easy to set up and use and seems to be very accurate. ... "
" ... When it works it is very accurate and easy to use. ... "
" ... The accuracy is spot on and the time estimates are close enough to actually be useful, and the ability to use an old cell phone as a repeater to connect to your home WiFi just put this over the top. ... "
" ... So very accurate. ... "
" ... Accuracy is on point should have bought the 4 thermometer block. ... "
Software Platform
55easy to use, android, probe, app is easy, meater
+71%
-29%
" ... The app is simple and elegant. ... "
" ... Probe, and their phone app worked great. ... "
" ... The app will tell you as well if you are connected. ... The app also has settings to change the different alerts. ... "
" ... App was easy to use and easy to understand. ... "
" ... It does lose connectivity, occasionally, but it regains the connection and provides good intuitive updates through the app. ... "
" ... Works great on my WiFi and can easily get updates away from home. ... "
" ... (Thanks to Al Gore and the app!) ... "
" ... UPDATE: Now have it on wi-fi, using a tablet and my phone app. ... "
Baking
53grilling, cook, meat, baking, smoking
+98%
-2%
" ... Love the ease of cooking. ... "
" ... An amazingly useful cooking tool for $100. ... "
" ... True idiot proof cooking and grilling. ... "
" ... I like that it gives you time to let your meat set to finish cooking. ... "
" ... Works great for baking a turkey too! ... "
" ... After first cook perfectly completed i am very pleased! ... "
" ... Love the MEATER, makes cooking larger cuts of meat ( brisket, turkey, tomahawk,etc ) significantly easier to regulate its wellness for a perfect temp. ... "
" ... He loves using it and it cooks meat perfectly every time. ... "
Price
42worth the money, waste your money, waste of money, money, save your money
+45%
-55%
" ... Do not waste your money on this thing. ... "
" ... This has been what I consider a waste of money and an expensive lesson learned. ... "
" ... What a waste of money. ... "
" ... Not worth a 99 bucks. ... "
" ... Product is horrible and a waste of money. ... "
" ... Not worth the price for such a poorly made device. ... "
" ... WASTE OF MONEY. ... "
" ... Don’t waste your money . ... "
Setup
39setup, easy, instructions, app, easy to use
+82%
-18%
" ... This is incredible truly wireless and very easy to set ip and use. ... Just download the free app onto your phone and follow the instructions. ... "
" ... Set up was easy. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and has an easy user interface. ... "
" ... Follow the instructions and set up properly and you have an awesome gadget. ... "
" ... Set up easy and worked with my iPhone. ... "
" ... The features of the app are nice and it's easy to setup. ... The meater plus connects to your phone via bluetooth, and the setup is simple and easy. ... "
" ... Easy set up and my first brisket turned out fine. ... "
" ... The Meater+ was simple to set up. ... "
Product Reliability
37months, worked, times, stopped working, working
+35%
-65%
" ... My base stopped syncing to the meater sick after a few months and customer service was no help. ... "
" ... The glue between the external and internal probes failed. ... I would like to continue using it, but I'm not paying for a whole other unit, when only the probe has failed. ... "
" ... Hasn't worked many times. ... "
" ... Died after 4 months. ... "
" ... The company was unwilling to replace the defective probe that I had ... "
" ... Piece of Junk. ... "
" ... stopped working and charging after 3 months. ... "
" ... This is definitely not a matter of range, this is some kind of communication error between the base and probe. ... "
Bluetooth
31range, probe, via bluetooth, meater, block
+55%
-45%
" ... I especially like the fact that it is Bluetooth and has a great range. ... "
" ... Bluetooth to block is critical for long range performance ... "
" ... I was able to accomplish everything I needed to get done away from home because I didn't have to stay in Bluetooth range of my grill! ... "
" ... Wry easy to use and great Bluetooth distance. ... "
" ... Bluetooth and WiFi link work great. ... "
" ... The meater plus connects to your phone via bluetooth, and the setup is simple and easy. ... "
" ... The bluetooth on Meater Plus works much better than the orginal Meater. ... "
" ... Not a big deal since the Bluetooth range for the block is standard. ... "
Charging
31charging, probe, charged, 4 hours, grill
+48%
-52%
" ... stopped working and charging after 3 months. ... "
" ... I can't seem to get an initial charge here I have replaced the battery and nothing I give up $100.00 down the tubes. ... "
" ... The charging case loses connectivity if it’s farther than 5’ from the thermometer, which disconnects the thermometer from your phone. ... "
" ... It would only charge enough to use for ten minutes then it would die again. ... "
" ... I literally used this for one cook and now it won't connect or charge. ... "
" ... Even after a full charge, it does this after 5-45 mins. ... "
" ... I have replaced the battery 4 times, and the charge light is never green. ... "
" ... Charging is a huge pain, I've found it rarely works correctly. ... "
Returns
28returning, returned, meater, sent, first
+11%
-89%
" ... Of course it's after the return window. ... "
" ... If I had known this product was useless, I would have returned it right after purchase. ... "
" ... not for $100 at least so I will return it. ... "
" ... And it is not eligible for return. ... "
" ... It’s getting returned ... "
" ... Returned the product ... "
" ... Now I have to go through the trouble of returning it! ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
Cleaning
24probe, easy to clean, cleaned, cleaning, easy to use
+96%
-4%
" ... It’s the fastest thing to clean. ... "
" ... Cleaned up really easily. ... "
" ... I have done the baking soda clean after every cook. ... "
" ... No wires to tangle or clean. ... "
" ... The only thing you need to make sure to do is clean the probe very well after every use. ... "
" ... Easy to clean and charge also. ... "
" ... After only 4 months, perhaps 8 or 9 cooks, the probe has remained clean and well taken care of. ... "
" ... easy to clean with a simple scrub with a soapy sponge and water. ... "
Battery Life
24charge, probe, hours, charged, dead
+54%
-46%
" ... It's important to note that until this has a good charge (at least three hours the first time, it recommends four) before doing the initial pairing. ... "
" ... The battery lasted a whole 16-hour smoke! ... "
" ... The battery life is pretty long, I think the longest I've had it in a cook was around 3 hours. ... "
" ... BTW, Make sure you have a good battery in it's box. ... "
" ... Secondly I was using this while smoking a pork butt for 8 hours. ... "
" ... Would like it better if there was a power supply and rechargeable battery. ... "
" ... I have never had the battery go dead during a cook so i'm not certain how long it lasts. ... "
" ... I also have always made sure it has new batteries. ... "
Capacity
22range, feet, stay connected, feet away, 40 feet
+64%
-36%
" ... If you happen to get it connected, you better sit right next to it because if you go from your porch to your living room, you'll be hounded with notifications saying it disconnected. ... "
" ... Great range--reaches from my patio to all but the furthest reaches of my house. ... "
" ... I use the MEATER both on the grill outside as well as in the oven in the house. ... "
" ... I place the wireless transmitter next to the bbq and get great signal inside the house. ... "
" ... I bought one for myself and after using it for a few months bought two more for family. ... "
" ... I had no trouble getting a signal all throughout the first floor of my house. ... I only lose signal if I go upstairs to the bathroom. ... "
" ... In the beginning he was able to sit inside the house about 35 feet away. ... "
" ... Best of all, my turkey (my first one) is the best one our family has ever had! ... "
As Gift
21husband, got, gifts, birthday, meater
+100%
" ... So nice that I bought it as a gift for someone!! ... "
" ... I purchased this a replacement to the Meater which was a birthday gift. ... "
" ... I will be ordering more for Christmas gifts. ... "
" ... I got this for my husband’s birthday and he loves it!! ... "
" ... Gift of the year especially for gizmo geeks. ... "
" ... I am planning on giving the Meater + as gifts to my 3 sons. ... "
" ... If you have someone that loves to grill this is a great gift. ... "
" ... I decided to order this for him as a Christmas gift. ... "
Cables
13clean, wireless, wire, tangle, probe
+92%
-8%
" ... I have tried the wire thermometers and have not cared for them, the Meater+ being wireless is a big plus for me. ... "
" ... And the coolest thing is there are no wires to tangle. ... "
" ... I smoke the Joe at least once a week using a different brand probe with wires connected to probe. ... "
" ... Total wireless experience and no cables to clean. ... "
" ... No wires to wind up or get nasty or break. ... "
" ... So this is a major upgrade with no wires. ... "
" ... Nice not having wires from two probes to deal with. ... "
" ... I dig the no-wires approach here. ... "
Marketplace
13works, meater, support, exactly, worked
+69%
-31%
" ... Thank goodness for the MEATER. ... "
" ... There is a card in the box for support and the website has support as well. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Representative was helpful and they replaced item. ... "
" ... It works as advertised ... "
" ... Worked exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... So I originally bought the original MEATER. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Heating
12grill, oven, cook, sear, food
+67%
-33%
" ... It also calculates the time it will calculate cooking after you remove heat. ... "
" ... Other than that it’s helped me cook some tasty food. ... "
" ... Food is perfect every time. ... "
" ... Chose the MeaterPlus since we often grill on indirect heat with the grill lid closed. ... "
" ... Works great, easy to use and gives you a great snapshot of what's going on inside your smoker or grill without losing valuable heat lifting your lid. ... "
" ... The food comes out perfect! ... "
" ... The base is magnetic and sticks to the back of my grill (pellet hopper/not hot) with the probe inside the smoker. ... "
" ... The probe can withstand oven temps, too. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
12easy to clean, use, thing, sure, easy to use
+100%
" ... Making my job easier and clean up was a snap. ... "
" ... Easy to use, monitor and clean. ... "
" ... Just be sure to clean it thoroughly after use. ... "
" ... But remember: Clean, clean, clean . ... "
" ... Keep it clean and it works great. ... "
" ... The only thing you need to make sure to do is clean the probe very well after every use. ... "
" ... It’s the fastest thing to clean. ... "
" ... Cleaned up really easily. ... "
Wifi
11device, wi fi, probe, link, connect
+73%
-27%
" ... plus it seems as if in order to use the Wi-Fi functionality you need to have a smart device left nearby at all times. ... "
" ... That device will connect to your WiFi, which connects to the internet. ... "
" ... If you're not a peasant like me and your WiFi reaches your grill then you'll have unlimited range. ... "
" ... I wanted a truly wireless probe that would connect to my phone and wifi easily. ... "
" ... UPDATE: Now have it on wi-fi, using a tablet and my phone app. ... "
" ... Can anyone help me with a Wi-Fi meter that is good? ... "
" ... Bluetooth and WiFi link work great. ... "
" ... Love the wireless and the WiFi connection ... "
Build Quality
11metal, grill, thick, smoker, pork
+55%
-45%
" ... Used my Weber grill and Apple wood smoke chips ... "
" ... Husband seems pretty pleased with this,however the probe is really thick!! ... "
" ... 1) if just one probe, put it in smallest piece of similar meats. ... "
" ... It's a better design, easier to use, and feels a lot more durable and reliable. ... "
" ... I’ve abused it still going strong. ... "
Design
8well, made, worked, slick, product
+88%
-13%
" ... Excellent product worked as advertised, beautifully made product and great looking design. ... "
" ... The design is slick and well thought out. ... "
" ... The charts are a little extra, but still cool to see. ... "
" ... When you learn to use it is very helpful and stylish! ... "
" ... Well made and well crafted. ... "
" ... Look it up! ... "
Comfort
8fell, used, pain, hands, feels
+50%
-50%
" ... it feels a little over done. ... "
" ... Fell short of expectations ... "
" ... It's a major pain. ... "
" ... Connection was a serious pain. ... "
Gaming
7changer, easy to use, charging
+100%
" ... This is a game changer for me! ... "
" ... do better with your charging game. ... "
" ... This is a game changer!! ... "
" ... It’s a game changer! ... "
" ... Absolute game changer! ... "
" ... Its easy to use, and takes 99% of the guessing out of the game for you. ... "
Other
7meater, ambient temperature sensor, ambient, accurate, temp
+86%
-14%
" ... The sensor is very accurate and my steaks, briskets and roasts come out perfect every time. ... "
" ... The sensor and app is very high tech! ... "
" ... This is the ambient temperature sensor and is exposed to the ambient conditions. ... "
" ... Ambient temperature sensor was way of from my grill or smoker temperature. ... "
" ... Max temp on ambient sensor, may not allow for using the Meater during searing ... Worked great,ambient sensor seemed accurate. ... "
Door
7oven, smoker, pot, fridge, closed
+29%
-71%
" ... If our oven door is closed it will lose connection if we use it outside in the smoker which is right outside the door and walk inside the house connection is lost!! ... "
" ... as long as you don't close the oven door, put a metal lid on a pot or close the grill lid. ... "
" ... Would not read temp through the oven door or pot. ... "
" ... Loses connectivity if the oven door is closed. ... "
For Kids
5loves, got, law, absolutely
+100%
" ... I had purchased one for my son-in-law and he also has used it successfully without any problems. ... "
" ... Bought it for my son for Father’s Day and he loves it. ... "
" ... Like it so much, got once for each of my children for Christmas ... "
" ... He absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... Got this for my husband for his birthday. ... "
Features
5love, feature, really, like, easy to use
+100%
" ... Love the software, very clever and detailed, loaded with cool features. ... "
" ... Ambient oven temperature is also a great feature ... "
" ... Really like the feature of estimated time till done. ... "
Firmware
4even
+25%
-75%
" ... But the connection issues are terrible despite being on the latest firmware ... "
" ... I had connectivity problems even after the required firmware update. ... "
" ... updated firmware and it will not even reach 30 feet. ... "
Product As Described
4works, exactly, worked
+100%
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It works as advertised ... "
" ... Worked exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Cooling
4temp, food, cool, probe, meater
+100%
" ... that's pretty cool! ... "
" ... A very cool thermometer. ... "
" ... Probe is all-in-one for ambient and food temperatures. ... "
" ... Meater gives you the current food temp, the target and the ambient temp. ... "
ISP
4meater, feet, connected
+50%
-50%
" ... I have a Meater + and its extremely finicky when trying to establish and maintain connection. ... "
Fit
4sized, magnets, fit, case, base
+50%
-50%
" ... Sorry, but as much as I like the look and concept, it wasn't a fit and I returned the product to Amazon. ... "
" ... a portion of the plastic handle snapped off. ... "
For Fun
3easy, gift, fun
+100%
" ... Fun gift for Dads and Husbands ... "
Clock
3meater, temp, probe, house
+67%
-33%
" ... No more alarm waking up the whole house! ... "
" ... hit START on phone - and then TRUST the MEATER+ alarm when it tells you to "REMOVE FROM HEAT!" ... "
Video Playback
3video, watching, watched, watch, videos
+100%
" ... Watch YouTube videos. ... "
" ... I watched a YouTube video that made it look so simple to use and it was exactly that. ... "
" ... Thankfully he found a youtube video and was able to set it up by watching that. ... "
Defective Delivery
3probe
-100%
" ... Very disappointed faulty product- don’t buy ... "
" ... The company was unwilling to replace the defective probe that I had ... "
" ... Didn’t notice if the product was described as refurbished or used, the box was opened and the seal sticker was broken. ... "
Display Clarity
3temp, ambient
+67%
-33%
" ... It also allows you to select the type of protein you're cooking, then a new screen will come on with ... "
" ... My existing thermometer is wired to the display. ... "
Hair
3time, meat, every, want, used
+100%
" ... Simply pick the type of meat, the cut you are cooking and the "doneness" you desire and let it rip. ... "
" ... Every time I cut into the meat when its done, it's dripping with juices. ... "
" ... I like large cuts so I want the middle to be perfect and with this tool it comes out as you want every time. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1980 meters
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
WiFi: Yes