MEATER PRO vs Combustion Inc vs Typhur Sync | These Are Best Wireless Smart Meat Thermometers

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@darrylrichman 9 ай бұрын

I have the Typhur Sync, and I have found the predictions it makes to be pretty accurate. This allows me to get sides together at the right time so it all ends up on the table together. It was the surprise feature that I really like, that I wasn't expecting when I bought it.

@tomwadek 9 ай бұрын

That’s great. When I did a side by side, granted the probes where on slightly different locations, I found the MEATER was the first to predict followed by Typhur and then combustions inc. I found the combustion inc to be the most accurate and the Typhur and MEATER to be almost identical.

@egmutza 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for this. I was comparing the Meater+ 2 and Typhur Sync when I learned about the Combustion Inc. Thought, "sure would be nice to see a thorough comparison of all three", and you've done just that! Really wish the Typhur Sync probes were thinner. Leaning towards the Combustion Inc at this point.

@tomwadek 7 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@enzevaee 8 ай бұрын

Hands down the best most informative review of the thermometers; thanks for posting this. I ordered the Combustion Inc. one as I’m quite the nerd who wants to explore and experiment with cooking different types of meat. I’ll come back here and share my experience when I receive and use it. Cheers

@tomwadek 8 ай бұрын

thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

@andrewrecio5752 6 ай бұрын

Combustion inc has been a let down for me. Connectivity sucks app is buggy and prediction is never accurate. Been using it for almost a year.

@fugixi 4 ай бұрын

@enzevaee Do you have a verdict regarding Combustion yet?

@adv8839 9 ай бұрын

Thank for your reviews and comparisons. I rarely leave comments but i do want to say thank you for your structured reviews. Personally it was a toss up between the Typhur and the M2+, and I would have gone with Typhur if not for the fact that their app isn’t supported in Singapore on the AppStore. I’m guessing that most of your audience are in the US, but it might be a good PSA for anyone outside the country to check if the app is supported in their local country before buying it. I decided on the M2+ in the end - I love most things about it, except that I would really like 2 probes instead of just 1. Anyway thank you again for such awesome videos!

@tomwadek 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great feedback and PSA. I didn’t know that about the app support. I’m glad you’re enjoying your m2+. I’m sure MEATER will update the block soon to include the new design. Happy cooking!

@MadPick 9 ай бұрын

The Typhur Sync has a rock-solid connection between the probes and the base, plus the wifi -- which means that connection issues are a thing of the past. Add the fact that it has two probes, and I think there is a very CLEAR winner in this contest.

@jamesp1979 5 ай бұрын

@madpick question on the typhus sync, does the base have an alarm built into it that goes off when it reaches the designated temperature?

@MadPick 5 ай бұрын

@@jamesp1979, yes it does.

@MuckCity 4 ай бұрын

@@jamesp1979 yes it does

@nonapplicable9590 2 ай бұрын

Still depends on what you cook I meal prep chicken breast , I just started back eating meat from being vegan which is why I wanted thermometers especially bc chicken breast can get dry but it’s too big to fit .. yes it fits in the top part of the breast but bc of the length I have to push it to the thinner parts which can risk damaging the probe.. if I cooked thicker cuts of meat .. which I don’t think people typically do on a frequent basis enough …

@MadPick 2 ай бұрын

@@nonapplicable9590, the new Typhur Quad has thinner probes, so might be better for your chicken breasts.

@Sergey-wg7ne 6 ай бұрын

I've used Combustion for more than a year and I'm completely happy with it.

@charlesnordlander1629 3 ай бұрын

Great review! I'm all in on the Combustion, Inc. system. Love it. I had WAY too many connectivity issues with my Meater Block and original Meater+ and have since sold them both. The Typher seems to have much to recommend it, but that thicker probe would be an instant deal breaker for me. As you correctly point out earlier in this video--and I was surprised you didn't mention it again in your wrap-up at the end--that thicker probe makes tracking temp on thinner, more delicate items (like salmon and fish, in general) really difficult to do. And yet those are the items where you most need a really accurate thermometer.

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

combustion inc has been fantastic and now with meatnet giving full WiFi monitoring, it's icing on the cake!

@antoniocancio4876 24 күн бұрын

Thank you for an excellent review. Bravo! Have decided to go for the Meater Pro XL since they have come out with this after your review which I think puts them a notch above the rest.

@tomwadek 24 күн бұрын

Glad I could help!

@dougcornwell7623 6 ай бұрын

Found the Combustion with display last night for $159 and was ready to pull the trigger . . . only to see your video this morning to learn that Meater stepped up with the 2 plus and a completely new to me Typhur (also at $159). I don't really cook thinner cuts of meat, so I believe the Typhur is probably the best deal at this point. Thanks for the video. PS - I really wish Fireboard would do a wireless - I love their wired probe/fan controlling set up.

@javalin69 5 ай бұрын

i would stay away from meater probes unless they step up the customer service portion of the business its horrendous i bought one after all the rave reviews here on youtube when its working its great my issue is my charging block is faulty and its been since feb i am trying to get them to replace it and still fighting

@amiradib1007 4 ай бұрын

I just got an email today from Fireboard about their wireless probe called the Pulse. $150 for each probe which is pretty pricey. Looks nice though.

@KennedyGonzales-k6u 6 ай бұрын

Watched your reviews, ordered the Typhur sync and I absolutely love it man! This this is fantastic.

@tomwadek 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@boostav 5 ай бұрын

Can you sear with the Combustion Inc or should I go with the Meater v2?

@davidschreiber8193 7 ай бұрын

Very good video and on point! I love the idea of wireless probes and monitoring from miles away. I have a full size Nu-Vu smoker cook hold and I'm concerned with connectivity through the double wall cabinet. I currently use a Tappecue but I'm really over the wired probe tangle. Leaning toward the Typhur.

@tomwadek 7 ай бұрын

thank you, gld you enjoyed the video. Keep me posted, Cheers

@benanderson468 7 ай бұрын

Great review, I'm inclined towards the Combustion Inc as an engineer, but the lack of wi-fi support (they say it's coming, but they've moved the date a few times) gives me pause. I'll probably give it a week or two, but if that is still a pipe dream I'm going to buy the meater 2 plus

@tomwadek 7 ай бұрын

From what I understand I believe on combustion Inc side it’s all done and ready. They are working some apple iso issues to keep it open sourced.

@stevejonesmo 8 ай бұрын

According to the manufacturer, the Meater 2 Pro is submersible, and suitable for use in sous vide cooking. Do you know if the other two are similarly suitable for under-water use, and able to handle a vacuum when sealed into a sous vide bag? I'm also curious about suitability for use in a pressure cooker, though who knows if the signal could get out. The meater 2 folks say they haven't tested for that. I'd think the temperature should be no problem (wouldn't get above 250°F) but who knows about the pressure.

@tomwadek 8 ай бұрын

I wouldn't have that answer for you. A pressure cooker would introduce a lot of stress to the internal components. I would advise against it. As far as sous vide, my gut tells me it should be fine. Other brands like the Meatstick 4x I believe can be used for sous vide. Cheers!

@MikeTrieu Ай бұрын

As far as range is concerned, it's hard to argue with ThermoWorks' 433 MHz transceiver over the competition's 2.4 GHz in terms of building penetration and range. It's also got 4 thermistors per probe, the probes can withstand up to 1000 °F, and the wireless gateway can handle up to 50+ probes simultaneously. No idea about the thermistor spacing, though. I'm hoping they're equidistant like the Combustion Inc.

@nonapplicable9590 2 ай бұрын

Last comment as someone who works in cyber .. it’s not always as simple as adding the WiFi capability in the stand, it has to be added in the probe also to connect, which is why I think The Typhur is thicker

@MikeTrieu Ай бұрын

Eh, Wi-Fi transceivers are not appreciably larger than any other 2.4 GHz transceiver. Most Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ICs are combo ones that take up no additional space.

@scooteracers 2 ай бұрын

The Typhur Sync Quad has thinner probes?

@paulh6517 5 ай бұрын

On your Typhur Sync does your ''O" quit flashing when fully charged?

@kenturner3268 6 ай бұрын

What is your take on the Typhur Sync at $143.10 (current sale price with 10% off for sign up) vs tha Meater 2 Plus at $129.95.

@tomwadek 6 ай бұрын

Hard to say. Depends on what you are cooking and the feature that are most important to you. The MEATER has a 1000F limit for the ambient temp that is useful for searing. It’s also thinner. The Typhur is an all in one 2 probe wifi package but thicker.

@kenturner3268 6 ай бұрын

@@tomwadek Thanks. 90% of my cooking is slow cooking on a kamado at 270 or less. My searing is done and then the steaks are set aside on a stone to reach desired temp.

@vladimirgoncharenko7545 9 ай бұрын

The Typhur sync is clearly a winner. Yes, it is a LITTLE thicker, but you forgot to mention its probes can run up to 50HRS fully charged! It is 5.4 Bluetooth while meater 2 plus is 5.2.. Combustion inc handle feels cheap being only ceramic and I would not dare to sear with it and the display has to be by the grill, mine looses connection if I take it in-house.

@tomwadek 9 ай бұрын

Definitely a great all in one package

@joelcuce 9 ай бұрын

For that reason you have the booster, which you can leave next to the grill, the you can take the Display inside 😉 And there should be comming also the Wifi update of the app, so that would also help with connection. Searing with the combustion is also not really a problem for me - for one, you don't need a ripping hot grill/pan to get a nice sear, but even if you do, as long as you flip it every 30secondy, I didn't got over the temp limit..

@vladimirgoncharenko7545 9 ай бұрын

Just cooked the brisket low and slow, enabled WiFi and Bluetooth…7 miles from home I was still getting my thermometer readings. How is that for connectivity? Amazing. Typhur is the winner.

@harmfpv 4 ай бұрын

@@joelcuceyes ok, buy a booster and a display. No wifi on the display. How do you justify the costs? 😂

@willdiaz328 9 ай бұрын

I was leaning toward the combustion, but meater 2 plus might be the one because of price.

@tomwadek 9 ай бұрын

If your going to be data driven and run some experiments, go with combustion inc it’s worth it. For a balanced best bang for your buck, MEATER is hard to beat. If WiFi and having an all in one package is what your looking for, Typhur sync hits a home run

@willdiaz328 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video breakdown! Truly appreciate it.

@tomwadek 9 ай бұрын

@@willdiaz328 absolutely, glad you enjoyed it!

@andrewrecio5752 6 ай бұрын

Combustion sucks. Been using it for almost a year.

@ArmadilloGodzilla 6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrecio5752why? I have the meater 2 plus and it's wildly off in its predictions. Today I set it for 52 degrees C because I know it overshoots. It ended up at 62.... PoS so was thinking of getting the combustion.

@rabenklang7 9 ай бұрын

it would be so nice if meater would include an "expert function" which would show the graphs of all sensors, even if they are not evenly spaced out.

@TLMuse Ай бұрын

Thanks for this! FYI, Combustion Inc. has decreased their prices significantly some time in the 8 months since your review. Maybe you've had an impact! It's still a bit beyond my budget, but it's a good trend. -Tom

@tomwadek Ай бұрын

Thanks for the update. That’s a great price. Still love mine.

@_SurferGeek_ 3 ай бұрын

If Meater would offer a two probe "Block" unit, it would be a no-brainer.

@phophopho 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for making this amazing videos. It is so informative!

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! cheers!

@MJay606 9 ай бұрын

Amazon actually has the Typhur smart dual thermometer discount sale and a free $120 instant thermometer bundle sale. It's a nice deal. I currently have the Chef IQ smart thermometer, but I wish it has a temp monitor screen. I don't like touching my phone screen while handling raw meat.

@Vahan210 5 ай бұрын

I think im leaning more toward the meat+ because it can handle higher temp, thinner prob and really good app. Wifi feature is not a problem for me. Bluetooth range is good for my needs.

@tomwadek 5 ай бұрын

you really cant go wrong with either of them.

@theallisons511 4 ай бұрын

The multi-sensors seem perfect for proteins that cook at different rates ... like salmon or chicken that's really thick in the middle, or a ribeye with a huge cap/deckle, or your beef wellington. But the sensors in the M2+ and Typhur seem to be all jammed together. Combustion seems like the only device that'll handle the beef wellington ... at all. The MeatStick 4X sensors are spread out, but the 6mm probe (vs 4.8 Combustion) seems way too big for a salmon. MeatStick's Chef 4X seems nicely spread out, and the probe is a bit thinner 5.5mm, but it's really short. Do you think the Combustion is the only choice for something like salmon or chicken? Or is the Chef 4X a legitimate alternative?

@tomwadek 4 ай бұрын

I don’t have any experience with meat chef but I can highly recommend combustion inc

@timburdett1 4 ай бұрын

I just watched this and have a couple of questions: I think The Meater2 plus mentions its waterproof abikities and can be used in a deep fryer. How about the others? With The Meater2 plus, how many sensors can you pair to use at once to match the 2 sensor versatility of the others?

@tomwadek 4 ай бұрын

yes, they are all water proof. I believe you can pair 10 thermometers in the meater app. I currently have 7 paired.

@timburdett1 4 ай бұрын

@tomwadek I wasn't sure how many Bluetooth connections running at one time. Thanks.

@larrysmith8426 Ай бұрын

What do you think about Thermo Works RFX remote temperature probe. Better that Bluetooth and wifi. The RFS probe can handle 1000oF(WOW) and great accuracy. We use Thermo works for our grilling needs.

@tomwadek Ай бұрын

I will check it out

@jamesp1979 5 ай бұрын

Which thermometer has the best alert system for when the meat reaches the designated temperature? That has been the biggest challenge for me is to find an app that is actually able to display some sort of alarm or alert if your phone is off. 18:58 Also a question on the typhus sync, does the base have an alarm built into it that goes off when it reaches the designated temperature?

@MuckCity 4 ай бұрын

yes the base has an alarm

@CHADnFREUD 8 ай бұрын

I find it crazy, even in 2024, how one of the distinguishing features of a "COOKING THERMOMETER" is the accompanying app.

@cobra-he9xj 5 ай бұрын

Can multiple Meater 2+ probe channels be read by the app? I notice they are only sold as singles, but not sure if that means there's a single channel limit or not. 🤔

@tomwadek 5 ай бұрын

Yes they can

@MrMartinSchou 3 ай бұрын

One thing I'd like from these types of devices is a completely open API. They shouldn't force me to use their app, because what happens when the company goes out of business or decides to release a new product and deprecate the old one? Suddenly your otherwise perfectly fine thermometer stops working. If you think that'll never happen, look at all the smart home devices that have stopped working because of things like this. Why would a meat thermometer be any different?

@Blahmanwhysoserious Ай бұрын

Yep, just got screwed by Anova when they decided to charge for app control to their sous vide machines.

@oscarmarfori613 5 ай бұрын

All three are crazy expansive, these thermometers are designed for the Master Chefs or for people who have the money for it, I use the Inkbird besides its price which is way cheaper the probes are thin and small enough to accommodate thinner cuts or smaller and delicate meats like Salmon fillets I can guarantee you those probes will destroy the Salmon Meat at an instant

@tomwadek 5 ай бұрын

All 3 are really targeting both beginners and experts alike. I think they all offer something special. At the end of the day its about convince. You could still just use an instant read thermometer and poke measurements through out your cook or use a wired system but I prefer these 3 as they allow me do other things while my food cooks.

@nonapplicable9590 2 ай бұрын

As someone who cooks chicken breast (in the oven) and thin steaks .. I really wish they would make a thinner one but get how technology works ..

@siamiam4306 3 ай бұрын

Had issues with Meater with WiFI. I'm over it.

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

sorry to hear that, was that the new Meater 2?

@siamiam4306 3 ай бұрын

@@tomwadek Meater plus bought 6 m ago.

@AverageNiceGuy Ай бұрын

Very well done 😎👍

@tomwadek Ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@phargan143 8 ай бұрын

Great video

@tomwadek 8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@jstones9872 9 ай бұрын

what about accuracy out of the box?

@tomwadek 9 ай бұрын

In touch up on it a bit, combustion Inc seems like it’s the most accurate followed by Typhur and MEATER neck and neck.

@jstones9872 9 ай бұрын

@@tomwadek thank you that’s what’s important to me at least.

@tjmitchell42 7 ай бұрын

Meater 2 is an alright update but they missed the proper layout on the internal sensors and, come on, how does it not have built in wifi in 2024. I get that its good, but they should have done better.

@christianbiesbrouck1290 3 ай бұрын

Please write Celsius and MM on the screen as notes, are you aware that only the U.S., Liberia and Myanmar are still using imperial measurements!

@mynameissang 3 ай бұрын

Now that the big dog Thermoworks is releasing their wireless thermometer... New video coming soon? Lol

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

I heard and I’m very excited about it. I hope I get my hands on one.

@waymor2460 3 ай бұрын

The Typhur Sync range is greatly exaggerated. I bought it and had problems with the Bluetooth range. This is the response from Typhur: Verify Proximity Between Base and Probe: Ensure that the distance between the base and the probe is not too far. If the distance exceeds 10 meters/32 feet, the probe and base may repeatedly attempt to connect, leading to intermittent disconnection issues. That’s it. 32 feet range from the probe to the base. Might as well have a wired thermometer sitting on the pellet hopper.

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

Keep it on WIFI. I almost never use bluetooth unless I can't get on wifi for some reason, cheers!

@waymor2460 3 ай бұрын

@@tomwadek Bluetooth is how the probe connects with base unit. The base unit connection to my WiFi is fine. If the probe loses connection with the base then nothing works. Typhur claims a Bluetooth range of 400’ unobstructed, 135’ obstructed. I had connection issues with probe inside a covered smoker and the base inside the house roughly 35’ away. Typhur replied to my inquiry by saying the obstructed distance beyond 10 meters (32’) could result in intermittent disconnections between the probe and base.

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

@@waymor2460 Yeah, that is true, bluetooth drastically is impacted by obstructions. I just leave the base unit next to the grill and monitor from anywhere (WIFI) on my phone. Try that out. As I demonstrated in the video, I went to get some gas and was still connected through my phone.

@waymor2460 3 ай бұрын

@@tomwadek You’re right, just not happy with the deceptive marketing. One of the main reasons I chose the Typhur was the base with the display. When I use the smoker I’m usually cooking for a group of family and friends so I’m pretty busy away from the smoker. Having the display sitting in the kitchen would be very convenient as I wouldn’t have to constantly pull out my phone to check the smoker or meat temp. With the Typhur being more expensive I expected it to perform according to its specs. I’m returning it and trying another wireless thermometer. Any suggestions? Appreciate your feedback.

@tomwadek 3 ай бұрын

@@waymor2460honestly when it comes to Bluetooth range they are all pretty comparable. Maybe +/- 5ft

@royalrepublican3480 Ай бұрын

dont agree with giving a product a pass because "they said it will be added later", that's like reviewing a house before it's built, if it's not there at the time of review you could mention it but speak nothing of how good/bad it is

@tomwadek Ай бұрын

I mentioned it, did not speak to how good or bad it was because it wasn't available yet. I assume you are taking about combustion inc?

@spageddie3266 2 ай бұрын

Meater got purchased by Traeger Greater benefits, but proprietary to their pellet smokers (so they can boost their sales) ...boo ☹️

@BeQuietBeProfessional 4 ай бұрын

You should not need an electronic device to cook a 3/4” steak. You can cook 3” tomahawks perfectly without a wireless probe. Wireless can be useful for pork butt or other larger cuts of meat, but I’m not sticking a 3/8’ probe into a 3/4” steak (which honestly is a breakfast steak).