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Predictive Thermometer: 1st vs 2nd Generation ComparisonUpdated 6 days ago


This comparison explores the key improvements and unchanged specifications between the two generations, helping you understand if an upgrade is worthwhile for your cooking needs. 

Feature 1st Generation 2nd Generation Change 
Upper Half Temperature Limits 
-5 to 600ºF 
(-20 to 315ºC) 
-5 to 900ºF 
(-20 to 482ºC) 
▲ 300ºF higher maximum 
Water Resistance 
IP68 IP69K ▲ Higher protection 
Battery Life - Cook Mode 
42 hr active cooking 90+ hr (5 sec refresh) ▲ More than doubled 
Quick Charge Performance 
5 min = 8 hr cook time 5 min = 24 hr cook time ▲ 3x longer runtime 
Hermetic Seal
❌ Ceramic-to-metal brazed New


Specifications Unchanged Between Generations: 

Physical Dimensions:

  • Diameter: 0.19 in / 4.8 mm
  • Minimum Insertion Depth: 1.97 in / 50 mm
  • Probe Length: 3.8 in / 97 mm

Temperature Accuracy:

  • ±0.4°F (0.2°C) from 14-149°F
  • ±0.5°F (0.3°C) from 149-185°F
  • ±0.9°F (0.5°C) from 185°F+

Other Specifications:

  • Response Time: 4-5 seconds
  • Data Logging: 5 second intervals
  • BLE Protocol: 5.4 Long Range PHY
  • Lower Half Temperature Limits: -5 to 220ºF (-20 to 105ºC)
  • Battery Type: LTO (Lithium Titanate Oxide)
  • Battery Durability: 90% after 1000 cycles
  • Charging: USB C-to-A, 5V limit, 3.4V draw
  • Apps Support: iOS, Android, iPadOS, macOS (M1+)
  • BLE Range (Unobstructed): 330ft+ (100m+)



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