Thermometer Ratings
Get a reliable measurement with the best thermometers. Whether it's an ear or forehead thermometer you're looking for, make sure it is accurate and comfortable to use.
View our ratings and reviews and browse our buying guide to find the best thermometers.
Thermometers (10)
To help you select the best thermometer for your needs, we test thermometers for accuracy (on a nonfeverish adult) and repeatability (whether the same temperature is achieved over a few tries). We also evaluate features and accessories that improve performance.
. . .
Recently Tested Thermometers
More From Consumer Reports
Best Baby Food Companies for Reporting Lead, Arsenic, and Other Toxic Elements
Earth's Best, Once Upon a Farm, and Plum Organics earned top scores
Popular Sites for Used Baby Gear Continue to Carry Banned and Recalled Items
CR evaluated eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and Mercari. Here's how to avoid common safety concerns.
Target's Car Seat Trade-In Event Is Back. Here's How to Make the Most of It.
Hint: It’s not just about car seats. You can save 20 percent on CR Recommended strollers, stroller wagons, baby monitors, and high chairs, too.
We Tested 48 Baby Foods for Heavy Metals and Microplastics
In CR’s tests of packaged baby foods from 11 brands, including Earth’s Best, Gerber, and Happy Baby, 96 percent were below our risk level for heavy metals. But phthalates and microplastics present new concerns.
Shop Smarter and Save With the Consumer Reports Price Tracker 2026
As inflation worries mount, we're following the prices of 16 popular products to help you nimbly navigate marketplace shifts