Every grill has a thermometer of some kind, and most cooks still guess. The dial in the lid tells you roughly how hot the air is up in the dome. It says nothing about the chicken thigh sitting over the coals, the skirt steak you are about to slice for carne asada, or the pork shoulder that has been on since morning. For that you need a probe in the meat.
This guide is about that probe. We cover the fast instant-read thermometers you carry to the grill and stab into each piece, the simple leave-in alarm thermometers that watch a roast for you, and one digital upgrade for the lid gauge itself, so you can see how they differ. Wireless Bluetooth and Wi-Fi models get their own page, linked below. For each pick we list the read speed, accuracy and range the maker states, and we write “Not stated” where the maker and the listing are silent.
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Quick verdict: which grill thermometer to buy
For most people who grill, the best grill thermometer is a fast instant-read, and the ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE is the one to beat: ThermoWorks states a one-second reading, ±0.5°F accuracy across normal cooking temperatures, an IP67 waterproof body and a five-year warranty. If you want ThermoWorks accuracy for less, the ThermoWorks Sizzle reads in two seconds. For long cooks, add a leave-in alarm such as the ThermoWorks DOT, which beeps when the meat hits your target.
The table compares our five standout picks. All eight thermometers are reviewed in full after it.
Five grill thermometers side by side
Type, read speed and accuracy as each maker states them, for our five standout picks.
| Thermometer | Best for | Type and read speed (stated) | Accuracy (stated) | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Every cook, every cut | Folding instant-read; 1 second | ±0.5°F from -4 to 248°F | View on Amazon | |
| ThermoWorks accuracy on a smaller budget | Folding instant-read; 2 seconds | ±0.9°F from -4 to 248°F | View on Amazon | |
Lavatools Javelin PRO Classic Instant-Read ThermometerBest large display
|
Reading at night or in gloves | Folding instant-read; 2 to 3 seconds | ±0.9°F from -4 to 302°F | View on Amazon |
| A fast first thermometer | Folding instant-read; 1 second | ±0.9°F | View on Amazon | |
ThermoWorks DOT Leave-In Alarm ThermometerBest leave-in probe
|
Roasts, whole birds, long smokes | Wired probe with target alarm | ±1.8°F from -4 to 248°F | View on Amazon |
Product images from Amazon. Specifications as stated by each maker or Amazon listing; check the listing before you buy.
Our picks for the best grill thermometer
Six of these eight are instant-read thermometers, because that is the tool you reach for every time you grill: you open the lid, check the thickest piece, and decide. One is a leave-in alarm for long cooks, and the last replaces the dial in your lid with a digital readout, to show the difference between knowing the air temperature and knowing the meat temperature. If you also run a smoker or a pellet grill, our accessory guides cover the wider kit, and the Thermapen ONE appears there too: it is the category leader, so leaving it out here would not be honest.
1. ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE Instant-Read Thermometer – One-Second Readings, Five-Year Warranty
The Thermapen ONE is the thermometer other instant-reads are measured against. ThermoWorks states a full reading in one second from a Type K thermocouple sensor, with accuracy of ±0.5°F between -4 and 248°F, the band that covers every doneness temperature you will check at a grill, and ±1.8°F outside it. Its measurement range runs from -58 to 572°F, so it also handles frying oil and candy.
Speed matters more at a grill than in the kitchen. Every second the lid is open, heat escapes, and your hand is over the fire. With a one-second probe you can check four chicken thighs in the time a slow thermometer takes to settle on one. The 4.3-inch probe rotates 180 degrees and the display turns itself to face you, which helps when you are reaching across a hot grate from an awkward angle.
ThermoWorks rates the body IP67 waterproof, includes a NIST-traceable calibration certificate, and backs it with a five-year warranty, the longest among our picks. It runs on one AAA battery with a stated life of 2,000 hours, and it wakes when you pick it up. ThermoWorks now also sells a newer Thermapen NANO on its own site, with a stated 0.4-second reading; it was not listed on Amazon when we checked, so the ONE is our pick here.
Why we like it
- One-second reading, as stated by ThermoWorks
- ±0.5°F accuracy from -4 to 248°F
- IP67 waterproof body
- Five-year warranty and a calibration certificate
Key specifications
| Model | Thermapen ONE (THS-AMN5-654, Nautical Blue) |
|---|---|
| Type | Folding instant-read, thermocouple |
| Read speed (stated) | 1 second |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±0.5°F from -4 to 248°F; ±1.8°F outside |
| Range | -58 to 572°F |
| Probe length | 4.3 inches |
| Water resistance | IP67 waterproof |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Why we recommend it
It suits anyone who grills often and wants one thermometer that is fast, accurate and built to last, from weeknight chicken to a holiday brisket.
Skip it if you grill a few times a summer; the Sizzle or the TempSwift PLUS reads fast enough for that and costs less.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fastest stated reading among our picks
- Tight accuracy across cooking temperatures
- Longest warranty here
Cons
- Costs more than every other instant-read here
- Not a leave-in thermometer; check, then remove
2. ThermoWorks Sizzle Instant-Read Thermometer – ThermoWorks Accuracy for Less
Sizzle is ThermoWorks’ answer to the cheaper copies of its own thermometers. ThermoWorks describes it as the quick-read thermometer for budget-limited cooks, and its stated numbers are close to the flagship: a reading in two seconds, accuracy of ±0.9°F from -4 to 248°F, and the same -58 to 572°F measurement range. Outside the cooking band the stated accuracy widens to ±4°F, which matters for candy and frying, not for steak.
The probe is 4.5 inches long with a reduced tip that narrows from 3 mm to 1.5 mm, so it reaches the center of a thick pork chop without leaving a big hole. It folds through 270 degrees, the display rotates and has a backlight, and a magnet on the back lets it live on the side of the grill or the fridge. ThermoWorks rates it IP67 waterproof and states battery life of up to 5,000 hours on two AAA cells.
The trade-offs against the Thermapen ONE are one extra second, slightly looser accuracy and a two-year warranty instead of five. For most backyard cooks that is a fair exchange.
Why we like it
- Two-second reading, per ThermoWorks
- ±0.9°F accuracy across cooking temperatures
- IP67 waterproof with a magnetic back
- Thin reduced-tip probe for thick cuts
Key specifications
| Model | Sizzle (AZ-3705-CY, Cayenne Pepper Red) |
|---|---|
| Type | Folding instant-read |
| Read speed (stated) | 2 seconds |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±0.9°F from -4 to 248°F; ±4°F outside |
| Range | -58 to 572°F |
| Probe length | 4.5 inches |
| Water resistance | IP67 waterproof |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Why we recommend it
It suits a cook who wants a properly accurate, waterproof thermometer from an established maker without paying for the flagship.
Skip it if you want the longest warranty and the fastest reading; the Thermapen ONE has both.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Close to flagship accuracy where it counts
- Long stated battery life
- Magnet keeps it at the grill
Cons
- Wider ±4°F tolerance at very high and low temperatures
- Two-year warranty, shorter than the Thermapen’s
3. Lavatools Javelin PRO Classic Instant-Read Thermometer – Big Display, Easy Reading
The Javelin PRO Classic is built around its screen. Lavatools gives it a 2-inch backlit display that rotates through 180 degrees and wakes on motion, which makes it the easiest of these to read with a glove on, at dusk, or with smoke drifting across the grill. The listing also names left-handed users and awkward angles as the reason for the design.
On the numbers, Lavatools states a reading in about two to three seconds and accuracy of ±0.9°F from -4 to 302°F, slightly wider than ThermoWorks’ cooking band. The measurement range is -40 to 482°F, lower at the top than the ThermoWorks models, which only matters if you also use it for frying oil. The tapered tip is 1.6 mm across, and the probe is 4.5 inches long according to Lavatools.
The housing is rated IP65, which means splash resistant rather than waterproof: rinse the probe and wipe the body, but do not drop it in the sink. It runs on one CR2032 coin cell with a stated life of more than 4,000 hours, and carries a three-year limited warranty, a year longer than the Sizzle.
Why we like it
- Large 2-inch rotating, backlit display
- ±0.9°F accuracy from -4 to 302°F
- Three-year limited warranty
- Motion wake and auto-sleep
Key specifications
| Model | Javelin PRO Classic (PX1C, Sambal) |
|---|---|
| Type | Folding instant-read |
| Read speed (stated) | 2 to 3 seconds |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±0.9°F from -4 to 302°F |
| Range | -40 to 482°F |
| Probe length | 4.5 inches (Lavatools) |
| Water resistance | IP65 splash resistant |
| Warranty | 3-year limited |
Why we recommend it
It suits cooks who struggle to read small screens, grill after dark or wear heavy gloves at the fire.
Skip it if you want a thermometer you can hold under running water or drop in a sink; it is splash resistant, not waterproof.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Easiest display to read among our picks
- Accuracy band reaches 302°F
- Three-year warranty
Cons
- IP65, not fully waterproof
- Top of range 482°F, lower than the ThermoWorks models
4. TempPro (ThermoPro) TempSwift PLUS Instant-Read Thermometer – Fast Reads on a Budget
If the name looks unfamiliar, the model number will not: this is the TP19H, sold for years under the ThermoPro brand. The company now trades as TempPro, its old buythermopro.com address forwards to temppro.com, and the Amazon listing carries the new name, so you may receive a box with either logo.
TempPro states a one-second reading and ±0.9°F accuracy, with a measurement range of -58 to 572°F, the same span as the ThermoWorks models. The display is 2 inches on the Amazon listing, backlit, and rotates through 180 degrees; the thermometer switches on when the probe opens and sleeps when it is set down. A lock button holds the reading so you can step back from the heat to read it, and a calibration function lets you correct it after an ice-water check.
Two details differ between sources. TempPro’s own page lists a 4-inch probe, while the Amazon listing says 4.3 inches; and its spec table gives one second while one paragraph on the same page says three. We list what the spec table says. The housing is IP65, safe to rinse under running water but not to submerge. TempPro offers a one-year warranty, extended to three years if you register the product.
Why we like it
- One-second reading in TempPro’s spec table
- -58 to 572°F range with ±0.9°F accuracy
- Hold button and user calibration
- Magnetic back and hang hole
Key specifications
| Model | TempSwift PLUS TP19H |
|---|---|
| Type | Folding instant-read |
| Read speed (stated) | 1 second (spec table) |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±0.9°F |
| Range | -58 to 572°F |
| Probe length | 4 inches (TempPro); 4.3 inches (listing) |
| Water resistance | IP65 |
| Warranty | 1 year; 3 years if registered |
Why we recommend it
It suits a first-time thermometer buyer, or anyone who wants a spare for the grill, for much less than the flagship.
Skip it if consistent, fully sourced specifications matter to you; the ThermoWorks and Lavatools pages state theirs more clearly.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fast stated reading for the money
- Wide measurement range
- Hold and calibration functions
Cons
- Maker’s page and listing disagree on details
- Splash resistant, not waterproof
5. KIZEN Instant-Read Meat Thermometer – Waterproof and Simple
The KIZEN is a plain folding thermometer with very little to set up. The listing states readings in as quick as three seconds and accuracy of ±1°F, and says it comes pre-calibrated. It has a large backlit screen for grilling at night, a magnetic back, and a thin fold-out probe.
The strongest point on paper is water resistance: the listing gives it an IP67 rating, the same as the ThermoWorks models, and says to wash the probe and body under running water. It is not dishwasher safe. KIZEN backs it with what it calls a lifetime guarantee, promising to make things right if there is ever a problem.
What the listing does not give is just as important. There is no stated measurement range and no probe length, and we could not find a KIZEN spec sheet that adds them, so both are marked “Not stated” below. At three seconds it is also the slowest instant-read in this guide with a stated speed. For checking burgers and chicken on a weeknight that is fine; for a crowded grill with a dozen pieces, a faster thermometer saves real time with the lid open.
Why we like it
- IP67 rating on the listing
- ±1°F stated accuracy
- Lifetime guarantee from KIZEN
- Backlit screen and magnetic back
Key specifications
| Model | Therm-W-Blu |
|---|---|
| Type | Folding instant-read |
| Read speed (stated) | As quick as 3 seconds |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±1°F |
| Range | Not stated |
| Probe length | Not stated |
| Water resistance | IP67 (not dishwasher safe) |
| Warranty | Lifetime guarantee |
Why we recommend it
It suits a cook who wants a waterproof, no-fuss thermometer with a long guarantee and does not need the fastest reading.
Skip it if you want to know the range and probe length before you buy; KIZEN does not state them.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Waterproof rating at a low cost
- Simple to use out of the box
- Lifetime guarantee
Cons
- Slowest stated reading here
- Range and probe length not stated
6. Taylor 9847 Pen-Style Instant-Read Thermometer – Pocket Size with a Hold Button
Before folding thermometers took over, most cooks carried a pen-style thermometer in a sleeve on their apron or shirt pocket, and Taylor’s 9847 is that design. The probe slides into a sleeve with a pocket clip, and the sleeve also screws on as an extension handle, which adds reach over a hot grill. A lanyard is included.
The listing gives a range of -40 to 450°F, a 1.25-inch display, and a hold function that freezes the reading so you can pull the probe out and read it away from the heat. Taylor lists it as NSF certified with an antimicrobial housing and sleeve, and it runs on one LR44 button battery. The listing gives a one-year limited warranty.
Two cautions. Neither Taylor nor the listing states a read speed or an accuracy figure, only “instant read”. And while it is sold as waterproof, Taylor’s own product page says to hand wash it and not to immerse it or put it in the dishwasher, so treat it as splash-proof. For the money it is a handy second thermometer for a grill cart or a camping box, where its sleeve protects the probe.
Why we like it
- Sleeve doubles as an extension handle
- Hold button freezes the reading
- NSF certified, per Taylor
- Pocket clip and lanyard included
Key specifications
| Model | 9847 |
|---|---|
| Type | Pen-style instant-read with sleeve |
| Read speed (stated) | Not stated |
| Accuracy (stated) | Not stated |
| Range | -40 to 450°F |
| Probe length | Not stated |
| Water resistance | Sold as waterproof; Taylor says do not immerse |
| Warranty | 1-year limited |
Why we recommend it
It suits a cook who wants a compact spare that rides in a pocket or a grill drawer with its probe covered.
Skip it if you want a stated read speed and accuracy; Taylor gives neither for this model.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Protected probe for travel
- Extension handle adds reach
- Hold function
Cons
- No stated speed or accuracy
- Must not be immersed, despite the “waterproof” name
7. ThermoWorks DOT Leave-In Alarm Thermometer – Set a Target, Wait for the Beep
An instant-read tells you the temperature when you ask. A leave-in alarm thermometer watches it the whole time. DOT is the simplest version: one wired probe goes into the meat, the cable runs out under the grill lid to a small magnetic unit, and you set a target temperature with two buttons. When the meat reaches it, DOT sounds an alarm that ThermoWorks rates at 70 decibels. There are no presets, menus or apps.
That suits the cooks where opening the lid costs you most: a whole chicken for pollo asado, a pork shoulder, a bone-in turkey breast or a beef roast. ThermoWorks states a measurement range of -58 to 572°F and accuracy of ±1.8°F from -4 to 248°F. The included Pro-Series probe is 4.5 inches long on a 47-inch cable, which ThermoWorks rates to 700°F, and the probe’s transition, the joint between probe and cable, to 644°F. Keep the cable out of direct flame and away from those limits.
The unit is IP65 splash resistant, excluding the probe connector, runs on two AAA batteries with a stated 5,000-hour life, and has both a magnet and a flip-out stand. We did not find a warranty term on the ThermoWorks page or the listing. If you want the same idea on your phone, with several probes, see our wireless guide.
Why we like it
- Two-button target alarm, nothing to learn
- Probe cable rated to 700°F
- Magnet and stand for grill or counter
- Long stated battery life
Key specifications
| Model | DOT (AZ-1225-DG, Dove Grey) |
|---|---|
| Type | Leave-in alarm thermometer, wired probe |
| Read speed (stated) | Not stated (continuous monitoring) |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±1.8°F from -4 to 248°F |
| Range | -58 to 572°F |
| Probe length | 4.5 inches; 47-inch cable |
| Water resistance | IP65, excluding probe connector |
| Warranty | Not stated |
Why we recommend it
It suits anyone who roasts or smokes large cuts and would rather wait for an alarm than keep lifting the lid.
Skip it if you need to watch from another room; DOT has no wireless connection.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Simplest leave-in thermometer we found
- Clear stated temperature limits for the probe
- Loud, simple alarm
Cons
- One probe only, no pit probe
- Warranty not stated
8. TempPro TempGauge Bluetooth Lid Thermometer – A Digital Upgrade for the Dial
This is the contrast pick. It does not go in the meat at all. TempGauge replaces or supplements the dial thermometer in your grill lid: a threaded 0.3-inch stainless steel probe goes through the lid, and a backlit LCD on the outside shows the temperature in large digits. TempPro says the probe fits most mainstream grills and smokers, kettle, kamado, pellet and gas, and asks you to check your lid before you buy.
TempPro states ±2°F accuracy from an NTC sensor, a range of 14 to 662°F, and a fresh reading every two seconds. It also sends the reading to the TempPro app over Bluetooth, with a stated range of 500 feet, and you can set high and low alerts so your phone tells you when the fire drifts. There is no hub, Wi-Fi setup or subscription.
Why include a lid thermometer in a guide about meat? Because it shows what a lid gauge can and cannot do. It tells you the air temperature where its probe sits, high in the lid, which is useful for holding a smoker steady. It cannot tell you when the food is done. Use it with one of the instant-reads above, not instead of one. TempPro does not state the probe length or a water-resistance rating.
Why we like it
- Stated ±2°F accuracy for pit temperature
- 14 to 662°F range
- Phone alerts over Bluetooth, no hub
- Backlit display readable in smoke
Key specifications
| Model | TempGauge CORE TP938 |
|---|---|
| Type | Lid-mounted pit thermometer, Bluetooth |
| Read speed (stated) | Refreshes every 2 seconds |
| Accuracy (stated) | ±2°F |
| Range | 14 to 662°F |
| Probe length | Not stated (0.3-inch threaded stem) |
| Water resistance | Not stated |
| Warranty | 1 year; 3 years if registered |
Why we recommend it
It suits smoker and kettle cooks whose old dial is hard to read or slow to respond and who want an alert when the fire drifts.
Skip it if you only want to know when food is done; an instant-read or leave-in probe answers that, and this does not.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Digital, backlit pit reading
- High and low alerts on your phone
- Fits many lids, per TempPro
Cons
- Measures air, not meat
- Needs a hole in the lid; check fit first
Why the lid dial is not enough
Most kettles, gas grills and smokers come with a dial in the lid. It is a useful rough guide to whether the fire is hot, medium or low, and on a smoker it helps you hold a steady temperature. But it measures the air where its stem sits, up in the dome, not down at the grate where the food cooks, and certainly not inside the food. A steak seared over hot coals can be done long before the lid dial looks high, and a big roast can read well short of done after hours at a steady pit temperature.
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service puts it simply on its food thermometers page and elsewhere: color and appearance are not reliable signs of doneness, and a food thermometer is the way to be sure meat has reached a safe internal temperature. That is why every pick above, except the lid-gauge upgrade, goes into the meat.
How to choose a grill thermometer
Instant-read or leave-in
Start with how you grill. Steaks, chops, burgers, chicken pieces, shrimp and the skirt steak for fajitas cook in minutes, and an instant-read is the right tool: you check the thickest piece near the end, pull what is ready, and leave the rest. Whole birds, pork shoulders and roasts cook for an hour or more, and a leave-in probe saves you lifting the lid. Many cooks end up with one of each. FSIS notes that thermocouple and thermistor instant-reads are meant for checking near the end of cooking, not for leaving in the food.
Read speed
At the grill, speed is about the lid and your hand. A one- or two-second reading means less heat lost and less time leaning over the fire. Stated speeds among our picks run from one second to about three. Treat any figure as the maker’s claim, since we list stated speeds, not measured ones.
Stated accuracy, and over what range
Look for the accuracy figure and the band it applies to. ThermoWorks, for example, states its tightest accuracy between -4 and 248°F and a wider tolerance outside it. Every safe minimum temperature for meat falls inside that lower band, so that is the number that matters at a grill. FSIS notes that most food thermometers read within 2 to 4°F, and that any reading is only correct if the probe is in the right place.
Probe length and tip
A probe of about 4 to 4.5 inches reaches the center of thick steaks and chops while keeping your hand back from the fire. A thin, reduced tip, like the Sizzle’s 1.5 mm point, reaches the center of thin cuts more easily and leaves a smaller hole.
Water resistance
Grills are messy, and probes need washing after every piece of raw poultry. IP67 means the body is rated waterproof; IP65 means splash resistant, so rinse the probe but keep the body out of the sink. Check the rating before you buy if you plan to wash it under the tap.
Display and warranty
A backlit, rotating display helps at dusk and for left-handed cooks. A long warranty, five years on the Thermapen ONE and three on the Javelin PRO Classic, tells you how long the maker expects it to last.
Using a thermometer at the grill
Placement is everything. FSIS advises inserting the probe into the thickest part of the food, away from bone, fat and gristle. For thin foods such as burgers, thin chops and skirt steak, insert the probe from the side so the sensing area reaches the center; FSIS says a digital instant-read should go at least half an inch deep, while a dial instant-read needs 2 to 2.5 inches. For a whole bird, check the innermost thigh, the innermost wing and the thickest part of the breast.
FSIS’s safe minimum internal temperature chart gives the targets: 145°F for beef, pork, veal and lamb steaks, chops and roasts, followed by a rest of at least three minutes; 160°F for ground meats such as burgers; and 165°F for all poultry, whole or in pieces, including ground poultry. Many recipes pull steak earlier for doneness preference; the FSIS figures are the safe minimums.
Check accuracy now and then with ice water. FSIS describes it: fill a glass with crushed ice and water, stir, hold the probe at least 2 inches in without touching the glass, wait at least 30 seconds, and it should read 32°F. If it does not, adjust it as the maker’s instructions say; not every thermistor model can be adjusted, so check before you buy if that matters to you.
How we picked these eight thermometers
We started from what a working kitchen needs from a thermometer at the grill: a fast, accurate reading at the center of the meat, a body that survives being washed, and a display you can read over a fire. We looked at instant-read models from the makers most cooks ask about, ThermoWorks, Lavatools, TempPro (ThermoPro), KIZEN, Taylor and OXO, plus a leave-in alarm and a lid gauge for contrast. We kept only thermometers that showed as in stock on Amazon in the United States when we checked, and took every specification from the maker’s own spec pages where we could read them, or from the Amazon listing where we could not. Where neither gave a figure, we wrote “Not stated”.
We left out OXO’s thermocouple thermometer, which was not shipping right away, and OXO’s Chef’s Precision model, whose read speed, accuracy and water resistance we could not confirm. We also skipped no-name dial gauges and look-alike thermometers from sellers we could not identify. We have not used these thermometers for this guide, and we did not read or rely on outside reviews such as Consumer Reports, Serious Eats, America’s Test Kitchen or Wirecutter, even where a listing quotes them. Everything here comes from the makers, the listings, USDA guidance and our kitchen’s view.
Grill thermometer questions, answered
What is the best grill thermometer?
For most people, a fast instant-read. The ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE has the fastest stated reading and the tightest stated accuracy among our picks, with a five-year warranty; the ThermoWorks Sizzle comes close for less.
Is the thermometer on my grill lid accurate?
It may be accurate for the air where it sits, but that is high in the lid, not at the grate and not in the food. Use it to manage the fire and a probe thermometer to judge doneness.
How do I read grill thermometer reviews?
Look for the maker’s stated read speed, accuracy and the temperature band that accuracy covers, plus the water-resistance rating and the warranty. Be wary of listings that quote awards or rankings without saying who measured what.
Can I leave an instant-read thermometer in the meat on the grill?
No. Instant-read thermometers are for checking and removing. FSIS says thermocouple and thermistor instant-reads are not meant to stay in food while it cooks. Use a leave-in probe such as the DOT, with its cable kept away from flame.
Do I need a wireless thermometer?
Only if you want to watch long cooks from indoors or track several pieces at once. Our guide to the best grill thermometer wireless picks covers Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and radio models.
Our final word on grill thermometers
Buy a good instant-read first. The Thermapen ONE is the best grill thermometer we found on paper, the Sizzle and Javelin PRO Classic are strong alternatives, and the TempSwift PLUS is a fast budget choice. Add a leave-in alarm such as the DOT when you start cooking whole chickens and pork shoulders, and keep the lid dial for what it is good at: telling you how hot the fire is.
Going wireless? See our wireless grill thermometer guide. For the rest of the kit, read our best charcoal grill accessories and best pellet grill accessories, and if you are still choosing the grill, start with the best charcoal grill, the best gas grill or the best smoker. For slow-cooked beef, read what is barbacoa. Or let us do the grilling: see the menu or call to order.