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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