# PROBE PLUS vs iCooker probe

The clearest difference is rating: iCooker probe at 3.0 against PROBE PLUS's 1.5. iCooker probe also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). PROBE PLUS's advantage is ratings volume (113 vs 4). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

iCooker probe holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PROBE PLUS has 113 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 7% of PROBE PLUS's written reviews are positive against 0% of iCooker probe's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PROBE PLUS ships an update every 2 months, iCooker probe every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PROBE PLUS | iCooker probe |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.5 (113 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/probe-plus/id6449171085/reviews) | **[3.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icooker-probe/id6451035216/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **113** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | **7.5% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 62 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Finemold Technologies Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452986984) | [Foneric Technology Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1480202268) |

## What reviewers say

### PROBE PLUS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/probe-plus/id6449171085)

Monitor wireless meat thermometers via Bluetooth for real-time temperature tracking and alerts. This app simplifies cooking, allowing you to step away from the kitchen or grill while ensuring your food is cooked perfectly. Receive notifications when your food is ready or when issues arise.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth real-time temperature monitoring, Audio and message notifications, Preset and custom temperature alarms, Probe and device low battery alerts, Disconnection and over-temperature alarms, Cooking time monitoring (countdown/count-up), Historical cooking data

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great
- 🚀 Accurate temperature readings
- 💡 Useful app features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🔒 Connectivity problems
- 👎 App doesn't work as expected

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes
- Probe stops working after a few uses
- Inability to set target temperatures

**Requested features**

- Improved Bluetooth range
- More stable app connection
- Better battery life management


### iCooker probe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/icooker-probe/id6451035216)

This app works with a wireless meat thermometer to help you cook meats perfectly. It precisely monitors internal food temperature and notifies you when your food is ready, freeing you from constant kitchen supervision.

**Highlights:** Real-time temperature monitoring, Audio and visual notifications, Precise temperature sensing, Sophisticated cooking algorithm, Bluetooth LE connectivity

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PROBE PLUS free?

PROBE PLUS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iCooker probe free?

iCooker probe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PROBE PLUS or iCooker probe?

iCooker probe is rated higher. PROBE PLUS averages 1.5 out of 5 from 113 ratings, while iCooker probe averages 3.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do PROBE PLUS or iCooker probe have ads?

Neither PROBE PLUS nor iCooker probe shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PROBE PLUS or iCooker probe?

PROBE PLUS ships an update every 2 months, and iCooker probe every 3 weeks. Most recently, PROBE PLUS was updated on October 7, 2026 and iCooker probe on September 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*