Comparison

iChef ET vs ThermoWorks

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

iChef ET

This app connects to a Bluetooth thermometer to monitor cooking and BBQ temperatures. It offers customizable settings for different meats, provides cooking progress updates, and sends notifications when target temperatures are reached. It also includes multi-channel timers for various cooking durations.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth thermometer connectivity
  • Real-time temperature monitoring
  • Customizable meat and taste settings
  • Cooking progress tracking
  • Target temperature notifications
  • Multi-channel timers
  • Celsius/Fahrenheit display
Features
Read full description

This App is used for Barbecue and Kitchen to help user for a better cooking. The App is connected with a Barbecue Thermometer device (ET-735) by Bluetooth. The thermometer will send the temperature data from the temperature probe to the App of the Smart-phone for various functions as below: 1) Thermometer - Monitoring the temperature of the cooking / BBQ - Select different meat and taste with default Set Temperatures and customized Set Temperatures. - The App will provide the progress of the cooking. - The App will provide notification (sound and / or vibration) to user when target temperature is reached. - The App can display temperature in ℃ or ℉ and is user selectable. - Support at most 4 probes of thermometer and end user can assign different meats and tastes to individual probe for cooking purpose. 2) Timer - There are four channels of timers which assist the user for various cooking / BBQ purpose. - Each channel can be selected to work as up count or down count timer. - Count up timer is used for monitoring the duration of cooking activities. - Count down timer is used to set a target time for cooking. When the timer count down from target time to zero, the App will trigger a notification (Sound and / or Vibration) to user

About

ThermoWorks

This app allows users to monitor cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures using compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices. It offers enhanced graphing, alarm notifications, and cloud storage for session data, making temperature tracking precise and convenient for various professional and home use cases.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi device connectivity
  • Real-time temperature monitoring
  • Customizable temperature alarms with push notifications
  • Enhanced graphing and data logging
  • Cloud storage for session data and notes
  • Checklist function for safety protocols
Features
Read full description

ThermoWorks App: The Ultimate Temperature Tracking Companion Experience how nothing Works like ThermoWorks with ThermoWorks app, a powerful tool for monitoring cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures using compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connected devices. Main features an enhanced interface, simplified setup, improved graphing and checklist capabilities, and easy connection to the Cloud, ThermoWorks app makes temperature tracking a breeze. Stay Connected and In Control Set up temperature alarms with push notifications to stay informed. Whether you're a competitive BBQ enthusiast, a professional chef, a dedicated home cook, or a laboratory or warehouse worker, you'll know exactly when to make critical adjustments. All session data, including user notes and saved graphs, is stored in ThermoWorks Cloud for unlimited access and easy review whenever needed. The app also features a checklist function, ensuring that food businesses can meticulously follow safety protocols, making it an essential tool for maintaining high standards in any environment. Backed by Expertise You Can Trust ThermoWorks products are trusted by more competitive BBQ teams, celebrity chefs, and food professionals than any other brand. With decades of experience in temperature technology and support from our in-house accredited calibration laboratory, ThermoWorks is your go-to when precision matters. Compatible Instruments: RFX: Uses advanced radio frequency technology to connect RFX MEAT wireless meat probe and RFX GATEWAY, providing reliable, real-time temperature monitoring for ultimate control in any cooking environment. Signals: 4-channel BBQ alarm with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for versatile, remote temperature monitoring. Works seamlessly with Billows control fan for perfect pit control. BlueDOT: 1-channel BBQ alarm utilizing Bluetooth, allowing you to set high/low alarms, track min/max temperatures, and save data. Smoke Gateway: Connects the Smoke 2-channel BBQ alarm to Wi-Fi, sending data directly to ThermoWorks Cloud for remote monitoring and alerts. ThermaQ Blue: Measures dual thermocouple probes for professional-grade accuracy, ideal for competitive pitmasters and serious cooks. ThermaQ WiFi: Dual-channel monitoring over Wi-Fi, perfect for commercial kitchens and serious home cooks. ThermaData WiFi: Logs critical temperature data, stores up to 18,000 readings, and sends alerts for complete peace of mind. NODE: Monitor temperatures, humidity, and more 24/7 from anywhere with alerts sent directly to your device. App Requirements: Compatible device including Signals, BlueDOT, ThermaQ Blue, ThermaQ WiFi, ThermaData WiFi, NODE, Smoke, Smoke Gateway, RFX GATEWAY, or RFX MEAT. Requires a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network for initial device setup and internet connection for data synchronization

Screenshots

iChef ET4 screens
ThermoWorks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ThermoWorks at 65% against iChef ET's 10%. ThermoWorks also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 20 months). iChef ET's advantage is iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ThermoWorks holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ThermoWorks has 17K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of iChef ET's written reviews are positive against 65% of ThermoWorks's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iChef ET ships an update every 20 months, ThermoWorks every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iChef ET versus ThermoWorks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriChef ETThermoWorks
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings)4.8 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews10.0% of reviews64.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings417K — better
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS7.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB54 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMaverick Industries, Inc.ThermoWorks, Inc

Customer experience

iChef ET

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral66.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive10.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative40.0%

ThermoWorks

All ratings17,327 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral1.4%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews280 reviews
Positive64.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative24.3%

Bugs and requests

iChef ET

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

ThermoWorks

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Setup process can be confusing
  • Bluetooth connectivity problems
  • Delayed cloud data updates
  • Probe temperature discrepancies

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch app support
  • Ability to zoom in on graphs
  • More customization options
  • Improved data syncing between devices
  • Predictive cooking time estimates

In-app purchases

None

iChef ET

No in-app purchases

None

ThermoWorks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iChef ET free?
iChef ET is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThermoWorks free?
ThermoWorks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iChef ET or ThermoWorks?
ThermoWorks is rated higher. iChef ET averages 3.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while ThermoWorks averages 4.8 from 17K ratings.
Do iChef ET or ThermoWorks have ads?
Neither iChef ET nor ThermoWorks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iChef ET or ThermoWorks?
iChef ET ships an update every 20 months, and ThermoWorks every 3 weeks. Most recently, iChef ET was updated on October 24, 2026 and ThermoWorks on November 1, 2026.

Other comparisons