Lavatools Javelin® Ultra-Fast 3-Second Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer for Grill and Cooking, 2.75" Probe, Compact Foldable Design, Large Display, IP65 Water Resistant, NSF Certified – Sambal

Perfect instant read thermometer. I use this mostly for meat and fish but also to test the temperature of milk when making yogurt. It seems to be very accurate (no more over cooked chicken) and is super convenient. Small enough for a kitchen drawer but it’s magnetized so I stock mine on the side of the refrigerator. Great product at a great price.

I've been using this for a couple years now next to its big brother, the Javelin Pro. This Javelin is nice and compact, but still has all of the best features of the Pro. The probe is well protected when folded and is extremely easy to use since it turns on and is ready as soon as you unfold it. The temperature reading updates very quickly and is very precise. The battery lasts nearly forever too; I haven't needed to replace the battery for two years with reasonably frequent use. I've tried other thermometers and I can recommend you buy a Lavatools if you value a quality, durable tool. This one has even seen a few flames from open fire pit barbecues without any sign of damage. It will last you a long time and it is well worth the money.

This is THE BEST probe thermometer I have ever owned for the price and I've been through about 6 different probes in the past 4 years. Pros: First off "NSF APPROVED!" for those who work in commercial kitchens. The color selection is a nice touch but as most may not know these thermometers are actually color coded for commercial kitchens so if all colors were purchased you have almost no risk of cross contamination due to the thermometers. The design is compact yet solid without making the unit too heavy (1.8oz) for a uniform/shirt pocket or the display too small to read. I love the clip and magnet as well so you can clip it to a retractable lanyard if you're working in a commercial kitchen or just clean and stick to the side of your fridge when using at home. Last but not least this device has a battery saver that shuts the thermometer off after 60 minutes if the probe is left open and is rated for 4000+ hours of use. Cons: I'm being a bit picky with these but there are a few things I would change for instance the battery. WHY would they use a CR2032 battery as opposed to a AAA is beyond me. I guess you could argue added weight but a AAA battery would have been fine! If anyone at Lavatools reads this and a javelin 2 is in the works PLEASE give us a better battery option so that a rechargable battery can be used! Which leads me to the auto off timer that shuts the unit off after 60 minutes. I feel like this should be 5 minutes or 15 minutes max. This is an instant read probe! You aren't leaving this in food for 60 minutes and if you plan to you should be buying a probe thermometer with a cable that allows you to set timers and temp alarms. Also giving the probe full range of rotation rather than stopping at 180° would be nice but not absolutely necessary so you can accuse me of being picky with this one. Lastly the unit selector switch which is under the battery is such a PITA to get to if you ever need it. Again another design decision that makes absolutely no sense to me whatsoever. I guess you could make the argument that the device is more durable without any extra moving parts on the exterior but if feel that's a bit of a stretch. Overall I think this is a great thermometer vs its competitors at a good price point for the average consumer and commercial kitchen staff alike. I personally would like to see a javelin pro mini with an updated battery in the works but in the meantime I'm happy with this as I'm sure most of you will be too. TL;DR Pros: NSF Approved Color selection/color coded Small and light weight Clip ring and magnet for storage Auto off timer to save battery 4,000+ hours of battery life Con's: CR2032 battery Battery saver shut off time too long at 60 minutes Limited probe positioning Temp unit selector switch requires removal of battery

I have no complaints with this meat thermometer, It is fast and accurate.

I purchased this little thermometer back in 2016 (this review is in 2025) and have been using it ever since. It's been a relatively faithful tool during that time. The size is great, it's small and out of the way and the magnet is really handy. Let's talk about accuracy for a minute. Over the last few years it seemed to start eating batteries more and more frequently, also it seemed like the accuracy was drifting. Nothing bad but not as pinpoint accurate as it once was. My only real complaint about the unit is the lack of a back light. When grilling outside in the winter I needed to have some extra light from a headlamp or flashlight to read the display. My unit started failing this year, started noticing the display staying on when the probe was stowed away, some wonky things on the display, and the temp readout slowly fluctuating up and down. Again though after 9 years, I have no complaints it last a good long time for the value. I would absolutely recommend this little unit for the price point.

Fast, solid, and accurate. I don't need a 20 foot probe and neon screen to temp the half inch halibut in my hands. Solid, meaning the probe won't fall out like those flimsy ones your chef buys in bulk. You bums better stop coming to the line to grab my Javelin, this thing cost $20 and is INVALUABLE to me. Get your own.

Love these thermometers. Great size, price vs. performance is awesome. Ran in a professional restaurant setting for years and now I use them at home. Cheap enough to buy a bunch and hand out to line cooks or family.

I’ve owned this for years and it just works every time. You cannot ask for something better than that, especially for the price.

Not "instant", but then none really are. It takes 2-3 seconds to give a stable reading, but it is consistent and faster response than any that I have used previously. Easy to use and read the display. Probe folds out to turn on and in to turn it off. I like the internal magnet to hold it in place on steel surfaces. It works great on the side of the stove or barbeque. I have already recommended this to several other people.

It's very sensitive to small changes in temperature. Very useful! It's also very compact.

Easy to use accurate thermometer that I use to look at internal temperature for meat, but also works just fine in liquids too if you're trying to be accurate with baking. Mine measured in degrees C which is perfect for me (UK). Had this for several months now. Would recommend. Good value for money.

Nice bit of kit for the kitchen. Super fast read thermometer and incredibly accurate. Great for baking and testing meat. The magnetic back is great to stick to the fridge or oven.

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