The Smoke thermometer from ThermoWorks is a wireless, dual-probe temperature monitor designed for serious barbecue enthusiasts and professional cooks. It offers rugged construction, long battery life, splash-resistant sealing, and a simple interface for setting high and low alarms. ThermoWorks has built a strong reputation in the temperature-sensing industry, and the Smoke reflects that attention to durability and reliable performance.
Key features:
- Two channels: one probe for the meat and one for the pit
- Wireless range up to 300 feet line-of-sight
- Uses commercial-grade Pro-Series probes
- Receiver pre-paired with the main unit—no complex setup required
- Splash-proof sealed design, IP65 rated
- Dashboard-style display shows current, min/max, and alarm values
- Backlit large-digit display for easy reading
- Multiple receivers can be paired to one base for team use
- Optional Smoke Gateway (Wi‑Fi) and smartphone app for remote monitoring
Built for competition teams and professionals, the Smoke is noticeably sturdier than typical consumer housewares. The housing includes molded-in seals for splash resistance, and the overall fit and finish feel robust rather than flimsy.
The packaging is well designed and protects the components during shipping. The inner tray holds each item securely so nothing shifts or gets damaged in transit.
Included in the box are the main unit, a wireless receiver, two probes (meat and ambient), a grate clip for the ambient probe, a lanyard, and batteries. Everything you need to begin monitoring temperatures arrives ready to use.
Parts list (top left to bottom right):
- Lanyard
- Grate clip for the ambient probe
- Ambient probe
- Meat probe
- Main unit (transmitter)
- Receiver
The main unit has a solid feel in the hand. While it is made of plastic, the weight and construction convey durability—you could reasonably expect it to survive normal workshop or outdoor use. Buttons are recessed to prevent accidental presses while carrying or mounting the unit.
Button functions:
- Set – configure high and low alarms for each channel
- ON/OFF – enable or disable the alarm output
- VOL – adjust alarm volume
- Down – decrease values during alarm setup
- Up – increase values during alarm setup
- Light – backlight the display for low-light conditions
The battery compartment contains a pull tab so the batteries remain inactive until you first use the unit. Both the main unit and the receiver use two AA batteries. ThermoWorks rates battery life at roughly 1,800 hours—ample runtime for frequent cooks without frequent battery changes.
The rear of the main unit houses the controls for power, Fahrenheit/Celsius selection, and calibration/sync functions. In practice the unit pairs automatically with its receiver, and manual syncing is rarely required.
Two strong embedded magnets on the back let you attach the main unit securely to a metal surface such as a smoker handle or hood, which keeps the display readily visible while cooking.
The receiver is compact and simple: a single button controls power and the display light. Like the transmitter, the receiver ships with a pull tab for fresh batteries. It also runs on two AA batteries with similar longevity.
An included lanyard allows the receiver to be worn around the neck for mobile monitoring while you move about the yard or perform other tasks. The receiver is lightweight and unobtrusive when worn.
One small design nitpick: the receiver’s bottom is rounded, so it does not sit upright on a table without resting on its back. A flat base would make tabletop placement easier when not worn. This is a minor ergonomic issue but worth noting.
The kit includes two 47-inch cables: one ambient probe for measuring smoker temperature and one meat probe for internal food temperature. The ambient probe comes with a grate clip for convenient placement near the food. While the probes are not fully waterproof, they are sturdy and designed for high-temperature use.
Documentation is minimal but clear. A small quick-start card outlines power-up, probe connections, alarm setup, and basic troubleshooting—enough to get you cooking without needing to dig through a thick manual.
In practical use the magnets held the main unit firmly to my smoker’s handle, and the receiver reliably displayed temperatures while I moved indoors. The range and responsiveness performed as advertised for home and backyard smoking sessions.
Overall, the ThermoWorks Smoke is a durable, easy-to-use thermometer that does what it promises. Aside from a few small usability suggestions—such as a flat-bottomed receiver and waterproofed probes—the unit is dependable and built to last. For anyone serious about smoking or grilling, it’s a solid tool that makes temperature monitoring straightforward and stress-free.
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Update: ThermoWorks has released the Smoke Gateway, an optional Wi‑Fi bridge that connects the Smoke thermometer to your home network and smartphone app. With the Gateway installed and the app configured on iOS or Android, you can monitor smoker and meat temperatures remotely—handy for stepping away while your cook runs unattended.