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MEATER Plus Wireless Meat Thermometer — the probe stays in, the phone tells him when
MEATER Plus Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer (Honey)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Grilling and smoking
- Gadget lovers
- Big weekend cooks
- Oven roasts too
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Price: $79.99
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Why this gift works
The MEATER Plus Wireless Meat Thermometer is a single stainless steel probe with no wires that stays in the meat while it cooks on a grill, smoker, oven or air fryer. Dual sensors track the internal temperature, up to 212 degrees F, and the ambient temperature, up to 527 degrees F, with a Bluetooth range of up to 165 feet, per MEATER. The MEATER app guides the cook and estimates cooking and resting time.
For a brother who grills, it takes the guessing out of a thick steak or a long brisket: the phone lets him know when it is time to pull it. It is the gadget he would probably not buy for himself.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A brother who smokes or grills
- Big family cookouts
- A gadget fan
Think twice if
- He does not want another app
- He cooks several pieces at once
The catch
It needs a smartphone and the MEATER app, one probe tracks one piece of meat, the internal sensor tops out at 212 degrees F, and the charger runs on a AAA battery.
Skip if he already has a wireless probe, or prefers a quick instant-read thermometer.
Key specs
| Range | Up to 165 ft, Bluetooth |
|---|---|
| Sensors | Internal (max 212 F) and ambient (max 527 F) |
| Probe | 130 x 6 mm stainless steel, ceramic handle |
| Battery life | 24+ hours of cooking per charge |
| Charger | Bamboo, 1 AAA battery included |
| Care | Water resistant; dishwasher-safe probe |
Worth knowing before you buy
- The bamboo charger runs on one AAA battery, included.
- Two-probe bundles and other MEATER models are separate listings.
Why we like it
- No wires through the grill lid
- Tracks meat and grill temperature
- Estimates when it will be done
- Works in the oven too
What to look for in a wireless meat thermometer
- Range. More range means he can walk away from the grill.
- Sensors. Ambient readings help with low-and-slow cooks.
- App. A good app estimates finish and rest time.
Questions people ask
Yes - it works through the MEATER app over Bluetooth.
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