Typical costs: Glass oral thermometers cost between $1 and $15. The RG Medical Diagnostics[1] oral thermometer contains no mercury and retails for about $6. HB-Instruments[2] offers an easy-to-read thermometer with a case for $14.99.
Which type of thermometer is most accurate?
Digital oral
Which thermometer is good for home use?
What are the best thermometers? Of all the thermometers we considered, for most people we can recommend the iProven DMT-489, a dual-mode infrared thermometer that takes fast, accurate readings from either the forehead or the ear.
Are forehead thermometers worth it?
Forehead temperature is the next most accurate reading behind ear, oral, and rectal temperatures. It also doesn't cause much discomfort and getting a reading is very fast.Jul 9, 2020
What brand of forehead thermometer is best?
The Braun Digital No-Touch Forehead Thermometer was by far the best we tested. This thermometer guides you through the entire temperature-taking process with directions conveniently printed right on the front of the thermometer.
Is a forehead thermometer more accurate?
Rectal temps are the most accurate. Forehead temps are the next most accurate. Oral and ear temps are also accurate if done properly. Temps done in the armpit are the least accurate.