When Sebastian, now 8, was younger we used a traditional glass thermometer. After we broke two glass thermometers which posed a danger because of the broken glass and tiny beads of mercury on the floor, I purchased an ear thermometer. Ours is quite out-dated and when I recently received a Braun ThermoScan ExacTemp to review, I was very pleased with the features as compared to my 5 year old ear thermometer.
What makes it special: Braun’s ThermoScan ExacTemp thermometer is exceptional in that is features ExacTemp technology. To help avoid inaccurate temperatures the tip is warmed to a temperature close to that of a human body. The ThermoScan measures the infrared heat generated by the eardrum and surrounding tissues. The eardrum shares blood supply with the hypothalamus, the temperature control center in the brain, which means that changes in your child’s body temperature are reflected sooner in the ear than at other sites which is just one more reason to use an ear thermometer.
What’s included: The ThermoScan comes with protective tip covers and a protective case ensuring that the thermometer is secure when not in use. To save battery life, the ThermoScan thermometer automatically shuts off after 60 seconds. I am so tired of buying batteries..I love the auto-off feature!
More features: The LCD screen is easy to read and shows the battery level, the thermometer beeps when it is finished taking a temperature. When your child is sick and you need to check her temperature often, the memory feature comes in handy. You can store up to 8 temperatures and can access store temperatures easily. The ThermoScan is light and is designed in such a way that it is easy to hold and won’t slip out of your hand. This thermometer fits into a compact protective case that also stores the probe covers. I can’t tell you how many times I have had to buy a new pack of covers just because they got lost.. or Sebastian played with them. Being able to store the probe covers directly in the case is great!
Important note: There are at least two ThermoScan models so look closely at the details before buying as they have different features.
Buy a ThermoScan at Amazon OR learn more at the Braun website