ThermoWorks Industrial IR Gun vs TempPro TP30W Infrared Thermometer
The ThermoWorks IR-GUN-S is the better-built instrument and the one to pick for serious work: a wider -76 to 1022 °F range, stated repeatability, a 1-second response, 14-hour battery life, shockproof housing and a certificate of conformance. The TempPro TP30W covers the same 12:1 ratio and 0.1–1.0 emissivity for lighter kitchen and around-the-house use, and adds MAX/MIN/AVG on the last scan. Owners rate both well; the ThermoWorks scores higher on fewer ratings, and the TempPro's larger rating count reflects its broader home-kitchen reach rather than better accuracy.
- Choose the ThermoWorks IR-GUN-S if you need repeatable readings for HVAC, insulation, engine or grill work and want a shockproof, long-running tool with alarms and a conformance certificate.
- Choose the TempPro TP30W if you want a simple point-and-shoot thermometer for cooking and household checks and value the MAX/MIN/AVG readout on the last scan.
Prices
- ThermoWorks Industrial IR Gun: $77.00 at Robidoux Inc. (checked today)
- TempPro TP30W Infrared Thermometer: $12.49 at Lowe's (checked today)
- Difference: the TempPro TP30W Infrared Thermometer is $64.51 cheaper than the ThermoWorks Industrial IR Gun today

