I need a thermometer that can monitor my simmer temps for broth, and especially carmel candy temps to prevent burning. My other instant read thermometers are short and can't be held on the side of the pot. This one is very long, and easily fits in 20qt pot. The bracket clip holds it perfectly and keeps my hands free for other work.

It does have Bluetooth and can connect to an app, and will notify when it reaches temp. I don't see the point of that since I need to reach the temperature and keep it there. So I haven't tried the remote function. I guess when simmering a broth I could monitor the temp from the other room.

I works week for my needs, and is calibrated ok. It showed boiling water at 212 F.

I have actually owned a smart thermometer before, the reason I didn’t like that thermometer was because you could only control it with your phone, but the probe on its own did not display the temperature. This thermometer can be used directly from the probe or from your cell phone. I checked it against another thermometer and it was very accurate. The quality looks good and I’ve never had a problem with the wireless range. Super easy and I would highly recommend.

Really like that this takes the guesswork out of cooking when it comes to temperature and if something is done. The app works well and you can even save specific temperatures and label them so it's easy for future uses. The length is also great for deep pots. Overall, a great cooking tool to have.

This is an attractive and sleek food thermometer. I was impressed that it has a huge temperature range! I really like that it is rechargeable - no more ruined devices from leaky, corroded batteries!
I could not find the TCook app that is required to connect it to your Android phone in the play store, but it is in the Amazon App Store. I have not tried to connect it to my phone so I cannot speak to the App performance or ease of install.
I tested this thermometer against another thermometer that I have, in the lower heating ranges, and it compared quite favorably. Another big plus for this device is that it has a long probe (very sharp!), and a clip to hang it on the edge of the pan, which is great for monitoring the temperature rise of certain candy mixtures, for example.
At it's current reduced price, I think this is an excellent value!

I ordered this because other digital fry thermometers have clouded up after about 350 so I wanted a phone screen. Turns out the built in meter was still legible at 400 degrees and there seems to be no lag in the reading. The second I dropped the French fries in, I saw the temperature drop and was able to watch it rebound

I've been learning how to make old-fashioned candies, and was really struggling to get the right temps with my old-school (non-digital) thermometer. This thermometer is fantastic - not only does it have a super long probe (and it comes with a clip to attach it to the side of my pot), it's REALLY accurate. And I love that it doubles as both a candy thermometer AND meat thermometer - I have a small kitchen, so anytime that I can use the same item for multiple purposes is a huge bonus. I can't think of a use for the bluetooth feature, but as soon as I do, I'll be looking forward to testing that, too. So far, I'm impressed!

I struggled with the Bluetooth, but honestly didn’t care much about it. The digital readout is large enough to easily see and it works perfect for frying.

I make candy occasionally but it's difficult without a long thermometer. This one is perfect for not getting your fingers too close to the heat.

I’ve been using this for my maple syrup on my stove. Works great and battery lasts a long time before you need to charge is. Love how long it is and saves my hands from burning

Okay, I'll admit it, I was a little skeptical about an "AI" thermometer. Seemed a bit gimmicky at first. But after using this CILICO CT180-BT for a few weeks, I'm completely sold, especially on the natural language temperature setting feature. Setting temperatures this way is actually AMAZING in practice. As a new mom, I’m constantly needing to warm bottles, and this thermometer has been a lifesaver. The pre-sets are handy for cooking meals, but where the AI really shines for me is with those less common, very specific temperatures.For example, the other day I needed to warm my baby’s milk to the perfect temperature. Instead of having to Google "ideal temperature for baby milk" (again!), I just typed into the app: "baby bottle temp". Instantly, the system set the thermometer to "Baby Bottle Temperature" and displayed 99°F! It completely saved me the step of having to look it up myself and input the exact numbers. No fumbling with buttons or switching apps while holding a fussy baby.Beyond the AI text input, the thermometer itself is solid. Temperature accuracy is spot on for everything I've used it for, readings are fast (the 3-second claim is legit), and the app is also surprisingly intuitive. Love the pre-alerts so I don't overheat things. The Bluetooth range is generally good within my house, and works great when I'm on the same floor or even in rooms next to each other. Battery life on the rechargeable Type-C seems good so far, haven't had to recharge it yet after several uses.Minor drawback: The Bluetooth range is a bit limited when there are multiple floors involved. I did notice that when my thermometer was downstairs in the kitchen and I went upstairs to the second floor with my phone, the connection occasionally dropped. However, honestly, for typical use within a single floor, or even through walls on the same level, the Bluetooth works reliably, and considering the price point, this is more than acceptable. I’ve seen other Bluetooth thermometers that are much more expensive (even on sale for over $70) and probably offer similar range.Basically, this thing is awesome. Makes warming bottles (and cooking!) so much easier. If you're a busy parent or just want a smart, simple thermometer, get this one.

This is a nice thermometer, it comes with a charge and works right out of the box. I have not yet tried using the app, but I have used this to test my chicken and beef temperatures without issue. I like that it has the option to use an app for more features and precise cooking, but that it can be a simple standard meat thermometer as well. If I use the app, i will come back and update on how it worked for me, but so far I have only been using it as a standard meat thermometer.The display is easy to read and it is easy to turn on and to change between C and F measurements. I found use to be intuitive, I did not need the instruction book to use it the standard way without the app. I am happy with the thermometer that I received.

Great thermometer. Works up to a high temp, great for candy or anything on the stove. The bluetooth function isn't something I thought i'd use but it's actually fantastic if you need to walk away from the stove for a few minutes. The app is basic but 100% gets the job done for my needs. It took me a few minutes to realize that you need to pinch the holder to get the probe to fit in the pot holder, once its in, it really grabs and holds it in place at the angle you set. All in all, this thermometer seems to work really well, I tested the accuracy with boiling water and my unit seems to be extremely accurate. The temp updates fast enough for me to use this with coffee so it'll work well as a backup for my analogue thermometer.

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I used the Cilico thermometer to cook a steak yesterday, and it was amazing! I used to rely on guesswork to judge the doneness, always worrying about overcooking or undercooking. But with this thermometer, I can monitor the temperature in real-time with pinpoint accuracy—no more second-guessing. Plus, the response time is instant, with no margin of error.Can you believe it even connects via Bluetooth? With the mobile APP, I can track the temperature in real-time without hovering over the pan. I just check my phone, and it shows the temperature changes—super convenient! The readings are fast and highly accurate, making it effortless to achieve the perfect medium-rare or medium steak.The overall experience has been seamless—easy to use, stable connection, and totally changed my perception of cooking thermometers. If you love cooking steak or want more precise temperature control, this Cilico thermometer is a must-try. Next week, I’m planning to use it on the grill for a family dinner, can’t wait to see if it surprises me even more!

- my first did not work but the super responsive team worked hard to trouble shoot and correct to my satisfaction

Perfection!