Comparison

Thermo vs ThermoWorks

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

Head to head
About

Thermo

This utility app displays temperature data from connected equipment in Excel and data plots with a 1-second response time. It allows users to save and share measurements, adjust data reception intervals, and monitor environmental temperature trends in real-time.

Highlights
  • Real-time data display
  • Excel and data plot export
  • Save measurement data
  • Share data to social apps
  • Adjustable data reception interval
  • Monitor environmental trends
Features
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1.Receiving data from the equipment and show them by Excel & data plot, responding time 1s. 2.Enable to save data into your phone, finishing a single measurement by storing data. 3.Enable to share data to other common social Apps, finishing a single measurement by sharing data. 4.Humanization design---enable to adjust the interval time of receiving data, avoid receiving too much data. 5.Check the data anytime, monitor the surrounding environment in real-time, be aware of the trend of temperature variation.

About

ThermoWorks

Monitor cooking, BBQ, and ambient temperatures with compatible Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices. Features enhanced graphing, alarms with push notifications, and cloud storage for session data. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts needing precise temperature control.

Highlights
  • Real-time temperature monitoring
  • Customizable temperature alarms
  • Push notifications for alerts
  • Enhanced graphing capabilities
  • Cloud storage for session data
  • Checklist function for safety protocols
Features
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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

Thermo1 screens
ThermoWorks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ThermoWorks at 4.8 against Thermo's 1.0. ThermoWorks also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (17K vs 2). Thermo's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 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 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ThermoWorks has 17K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thermo ships an update every 7 months, ThermoWorks monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Thermo versus ThermoWorks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThermoThermoWorks
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)4.8 (17K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—64.7% of reviews
Number of ratings217K — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB54 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSoftware ShopThermoWorks, Inc

Customer experience

Thermo

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

ThermoWorks

All ratings16,700 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative0.9%
Written reviews272 reviews
Positive64.7%
Neutral11.0%
Negative24.3%

Bugs and requests

Thermo

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

Thermo

No in-app purchases

None

ThermoWorks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Thermo free?
Thermo 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, Thermo or ThermoWorks?
ThermoWorks is rated higher. Thermo averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ThermoWorks averages 4.8 from 17K ratings.
Do Thermo or ThermoWorks have ads?
Neither Thermo nor ThermoWorks shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Thermo or ThermoWorks?
Thermo ships an update every 7 months, and ThermoWorks monthly. Most recently, Thermo was updated on September 9, 2026 and ThermoWorks on September 27, 2026.

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