The thermometer itself comes in a clear protective case along with a very user-friendly owner’s manual - all inside a flat box. I recommend to keep all original packaging and especially the useful owner’s manual for later reference.
The first time I got my hands on the easy@Home Digital Thermometer, I quickly noticed the flexible tip which makes measuring, especially with children, much more comfortable. The tip bends softly and adjusts to the contours of the body. I prefer to measure my own temperature in the armpit and I can say it feels much better with this one than with a stiff tip. It’s also good for oral and rectal use.
The upper part of the thermometer provides a secure grip thanks to its big size. The LCD display is also large and very readable and has a blue backlight when showing a reading so you can see the temperature even when it’s dark.
Before first use, I recommend to check if it is set to Fahrenheit. Mine was but in case yours is not, it’s simple to switch from Celsius to Fahrenheit. While the thermometer is off, press and hold the blue On/Off button for around three seconds and you’re done. You will see an “F” in the right corner of the display and it’s ready to use. Simply repeat the procedure if you want to switch back to celsius.
The measuring time ranges between 10 and 30 seconds depending where you use the thermometer. I noticed it takes longest in the armpit. Anyway, I got a fast response. The display emits a blue backlight and you hear a beeping sound to signal it is done reading.
One Feature I like is the color-coded “Feverline” above the LCD display. I don’t have to know what temperature is of concern. A triangular arrow indicates after each reading whether the result means normal (green), low fever (yellow), or high fever (red).
The memory mode is not complicated to access but if you don’t know how, it can be hard to figure out. The only way to see your previous readings, you have to measure first. Once you get the result and hear the beeping, you need to press the On/Off button for 3 seconds until you see “MEM” for memory. Then you need to press the On/Off button to advance through your stored readings. This thermometer stores up to ten readings. I found out if you have less than ten, you see a dashed line instead. I want to point out that the memory mode can only be accessed after a measuring, not by simply turning on the thermometer.
For cleaning, I use a wipe moistened with rubbing alcohol or alcohol-based disinfectant wipes without chlorine. Rinse the tip only under water with a neutral detergent. Please note that the water should not exceed 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Don’t use bleach and don’t immerse it in any liquid. I also recommend keeping it always in its clear protective case, or even better, in its original box with the manual.
As a caregiver, this digital thermometer satisfies my needs. It gives me a reading in seconds, it is user friendly and very comfortable to use. It offers everything I want from a basic digital thermometer plus some useful extra features like the flexible tip, memory of up to ten previous readings, and a bright, large LCD Display with backlight. I simply love it.
Disclaimer: I received a free unit in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
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