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Combustion App

Even if you don’t plan to cook using an app, you’ll need it to update your firmware (it’s bone-simple to do so, we promise). The app shows you temperatures in and around your food and lets you know when your food will be done. The apps also unlock an

Setup Guide: Combustion App

Visualization that will change the way you cook. The Combustion App lets you control settings for your Predictive Thermometer, monitor temps, see predictions, and a whole lot more. Use advanced mode to see (and graph) temps at all 8 sensors. Seeing h

Predictive Cooking with the App

Be sure Bluetooth is active on your phone and the app has permissions.

Graph your cook

Graphs will only appear when a thermometer is on and connected to the app.

Virtual sensors

The "virtual" sensors (core, surface, ambient) override the "T" sensor markers. One of the lower sensors (T1-T4) will almost always be labeled "core." That's the lowest internal temp. And it tells you when things are mmmmwah... done!. With the thermo

SafeCook™

The Combustion App now includes a streamlined food safety setting (SafeCook™). It runs in parallel to the “ready-in” target temp prediction. You can set your target temp (“predict”) before or after setting SafeCook. How to SafeCook:. *According to US

MeatNet Cloud

LINK APP TO THERMOMETER:. THEN USE MEATNET CLOUD:. Note: you may already have an optional Combustion Store account. That account is unrelated (and is only used for shopping/order history). Create a new login for the Combustion MeatNet account, and do

Advanced mode

View (and graph) temps from all 8 sensors using Advanced Mode.

Debug Mode

Inside the settings menu (three vertical dots), you can find debug mode. There's a lot of confusing stuff in there!*. But if you're having trouble with one of your tools, or the network, you may find some answers. *If you're an engineer, you'll proba

How do I get the graphs to work?

Graphs will only appear when a thermometer is on and connected to the app. If the graph is not visible, tap one of the temperatures. Voila!. To hide the graph:. Tap the settings icon (three vertical dots) and select "hide graph.". To show/hide the li

Can I cook without the app?

Yes, if you have the Display. You will need the app to update the firmware on your Combustion tools, however. That's the software inside the tools themselves. The Predictive Thermometer (CPT) is the only wireless thermometer that does all the calcula

What if I'm cooking "off-the-grid"?

No worries. You can still use the app to cook even without the internet. Heck, you can use an old phone with no service (!) to monitor your Predictive Thermometer. As long as it has operational Bluetooth, you're good to go. There's no sign-ins, no ac

Can I use a tablet instead?

Yes. Any mobile device running iOS or Android can use our app. You'll need Bluetooth enabled of course. Apple Silicon Mac computers (M1 or M2) are also capable of running the Combustion Inc app. If you happen to have one.

About Firmware

The most important functions of the Predictive Thermometer are software-controlled — there's a remarkable amount of computing power stuffed in there. The onboard processor makes all kinds of important calculations, including predictions. The more coo

Can I upgrade my firmware with someone else’s phone?

Yes! You can use almost any Android or iOS device (for instance, an iPad) to update the firmware. The entire process usually takes less than five minutes. You don’t need to create an account or enter any information. The phone is not permanently asso

How to update firmware (CPT, Display, and Booster)

You'll need the Combustion Inc. App to apply firmware updates. Links to each are in the footer of this site. Please update your tools one at a time (e.g. do the Predictive Thermometer first, then the Display). First of all, you’ll probably see an “up

Be a Combustion Beta Tester!

We're excited to invite you to join our beta testing program! As a Combustion beta tester, you'll be part of our extended family of cooking enthusiasts who get early access to new features while helping us create better experiences for everyone. Our

Combustion App Feature: Always-On Mode

What is Always-On Mode?. Always-On Mode is a powerful new feature that allows your Combustion thermometer to stay active indefinitely, even in wet cooking environments like sous vide. This feature solves a common challenge when cooking in moist condi

Combustion App Feature: Graph Reset Function

What is the Reset Function?. The new Reset function allows you to restart your Combustion thermometer directly from the app. This convenient feature lets you clear your current graph data and begin a new cooking session without physically handling th

Firmware Rescue: Automatic Recovery for Update Issues

What is Firmware Rescue?. Firmware Rescue is a new feature that automatically recovers Combustion devices that may have become stuck in their bootloader as a result of an interrupted or failed firmware update. This safety net ensures your devices rem

Combustion App: iOS Interface Improvements

What's New in the iOS Interface?. The latest Combustion App update brings significant interface improvements designed to enhance usability and provide better access to your cooking data. These thoughtful redesigns make temperature monitoring more int

Critical Bug Fixes: A More Reliable Cooking Experience

Important Improvements in Our Latest Update. Our latest Combustion App and firmware update includes several critical bug fixes designed to enhance reliability and performance across the entire product family. These improvements address specific user-