5 best non-contact thermometers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

One of the important indicators of health is the body temperature of a person. A decrease or increase indicates a malfunction in the body. A thermometer is required to take the measurement. Mercury, to which everyone has become accustomed since childhood, every year lose their relevance, being replaced by safer and more accurate analogues. This is especially important when it comes to measuring the temperature of a child's body. Kids are very restless, especially during the period of illness. A mercury thermometer can simply fall out of the armpit, breaking, which will entail dangerous consequences, because mercury is toxic. It is important to find a thermometer that is safe, accurate, and convenient to use. At the moment, these include non-contact (infrared) models of devices.

There are many options for non-contact thermometers on the market that have different characteristics, as well as differ in cost. Not everyone can independently figure out this diversity. In today's article, we will analyze all the important parameters that you should pay attention to before making a purchase.

Our experts have also prepared a rating based on user feedback and expert opinions. It includes the 5 best non-contact thermometers.

What to look for when choosing a non-contact thermometer

1. Variety. The classification includes: ear, characterized by high accuracy, but requiring certain skills, since for correct measurement it is necessary to pull the lobe, expanding the auricle. This pyrometer should not be used if the patient has a middle ear infection. If we are talking about a child, then the baby should not cry during the procedure, otherwise the results obtained may turn out to be incorrect; the frontal ones show the result after touching the tip in the area of ​​the temple or forehead; contactless in shape resemble a pistol. Determine the temperature at a distance using infrared radiation, and then display the results obtained.
2. Age. Earpieces can only be used from six months to one year old, since the large tip does not fit in the small auricle. If used improperly, there is a risk of injury, so it is better if you still decide to purchase an ear thermometer, buy special soft pads. But we still recommend choosing a frontal or non-contact pyrometer for newborns.
3. Accuracy. For all non-contact thermometers, the error should not exceed +/- 0.3 ° C. It is this indicator that is considered acceptable when accurately determining body temperature.
4. Housing. Choose pyrometers made from impact resistant materials. The LCD display should clearly show the measurement results. It is better if it has a backlight, so that the room does not need to turn on the light in order to see the numbers.
5. Manufacturer. Disregard Chinese cheap devices, they are unlikely to show accurate results and will work for a long time. When choosing, rely on the name of the company, as no one will risk their existing reputation by making poor quality products.
6. Cost. Low cost is not always, but often an indicator of the quality of the thermometer. Good devices will cost in the range of 2-3 thousand rubles. If the price tag is much lower, then this is a reason to think whether it is worth buying such a device.
7. Place of purchase. It is better to make a purchase exclusively in pharmacies or specialized stores that sell medical equipment and technology. Only in this case the risk of running into an inadequate pyrometer is reduced to zero. Check with the seller for the warranty period, ask for certificates and check the operation of the device.

Rating of the best non-contact thermometers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best non-contact thermometers	1	Sensitec NF-3101	RUB 4,200
	2	Beurer FT-55	2 300 rub.
	3	Omron Gentle Temp 510	659 r
	4	Ramili Baby ET3030	1 600 rub.
	5	Medisana ThermoDock	RUB 2,746

Sensitec NF-3101

Rating: 4.9

In the first place in the rating is a high-frequency pyrometer that measures body temperature at a distance, without contact with the skin. The built-in infrared sensor allows you to take measurements from a short distance (5-15 cm), which is especially important for children. The shockproof housing is equipped with a screen on which readings are displayed. The LCD display is backlit so you can see the temperature without turning on the light. Two built-in programs: Surfase (measuring the temperature of surfaces of objects, water, food, etc.) and Body (measuring body temperature). The device switches off automatically after 7 seconds of inactivity.

Advantages

• high accuracy – error +/- 3 ° С;
• quick measurement – 1 sec;
• memory for the last 30 measurements;
• sound signal;
• crisp and bright font;
• a choice of units (Celsius or Fahrenheit);
• work from batteries.

disadvantages

• relatively expensive – 2990 p.

Beurer FT-55

Rating: 4.8

The second line is occupied by a non-contact ear infrared thermometer. Can be used by both adults and children. The child's age should not be less than six months, since the auricle in such babies is too narrow, so the pyrometer will show inaccurate results. The measuring tip is soft and will not cause discomfort even to a baby. After each use, just wipe the handpiece with a cloth soaked in disinfectant. The body is equipped with a large informative display. The thermometer has 9 memory locations for storing the latest measurement results.

Advantages

• high accuracy – error +/- 2 ° С;
• quick measurement – 1 sec;
• switch between ° C and ° F;
• sound signal;
• battery replacement indicator;
• automatic shutdown;
• protective cap and storage case included;
• acceptable cost – 2300 r.

disadvantages

• not found.

Omron Gentle Temp 510

Rating: 4.7

The third position goes to another non-contact ear thermometer. The device makes up to 250 measurements per second to give the most accurate result. If during the procedure there is any doubt about whether the pyrometer is correctly positioned in the ear, you can turn on a special mode of continued measurement. After that, for another 10 seconds, the measurement will continue, which will exclude possible failures. The device is equipped with a three-line LCD – display. The internal memory stores the result of the last measurement.

Advantages

• high accuracy – error +/- 3 ° С;
• quick measurement – 1 sec;
• sound signal;
• a choice of units (Celsius or Fahrenheit);
• automatic shutdown;
• 10 protective caps and a case included;
• powered by batteries.

disadvantages

• relatively expensive – 3600 p.

Ramili Baby ET3030

Rating: 4.6

The fourth is a 2-in-1 pyrometer. It measures temperature in two ways: through the auricle and / or forehead. The device has LCD – a backlit display for easy reading of information in the dark. Remembers the result of the last measurement. It works silently, so it helps to measure the temperature of children even during sleep, without disturbing their rest. In standby mode it can be used as a room thermometer or clock. The set includes a stand that allows you to conveniently position the device in an upright position.

Advantages

• high accuracy – error +/- 2 ° С;
• quick measurement – 1 sec;
• sound signal;
• ergonomic shape;
• case included;
• acceptable cost – 1950 p.

disadvantages

• not found.

Medisana ThermoDock

Rating: 4.5

The rating is completed by a non-contact thermometer combined with smartphones operating on the platform iOS. At this time, such prefixes-tonometers based on iPhone, iPod touch, iPad are especially popular. Before starting work, the device must be inserted into the phone connector where the free VitaDock application is installed. After that, it is enough to point the device at the forehead and wait a few seconds to get the measurement result. The results can also be shared by sending them by e-mail, for example, to the attending physician. It has several measurement modes: surface temperatures of objects, water, air, food, and also the body.

Advantages

• high accuracy – error +/- 2 ° С;
• case included;
• remembers the results of the last measurements;
• sound signal;
• switch between ° C and ° F;
• quick measurement – 4 sec;
• measurements within the range – from 0 to +100 degrees.

disadvantages

• relatively expensive – 2750 p.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.