A meat thermometer is a really handy kitchen gadget that can help you cook different types of meat to their ideal temperatures and ensure they don’t come out dry and tough, whether that’s turkey, chicken breasts, pork chops, fish fillets, steaks, burgers, or any sort of charcuterie. More importantly, by making sure that the meat you’re cooking is cooked at a proper temperature, you can ultimately ensure it doesn’t end up under cooked so that you can kill all bacteria and consequently prevent contracting illnesses such as Salmonella. Last but not least, meat thermometers are also a great tool to help you serve different types of meat at different degrees of doneness (i.e. rare, medium rare, and well-done). So, if you’re on the market for a meat thermometer but you don’t really know what brand to go for, then consider going with the MeatStick 4X, which makes for an outstanding option.
The MeatStick 4X is a high-end, next-generation smart true wireless meat thermometer equipped with quad temperature sensors powered by a proprietary advanced TrueTemp technology that makes it capable of getting extremely accurate real-time temperature readings, while also integrating a patented Dual-Shell technology that allows the thermometer itself to withstand heat up to 572°F, and its stainless-steel probe up to 212°F, all while featuring a waterproof and dishwasher-safe construction, Bluetooth Connectivity for a wireless range that can go up to 650 ft. / 200 m, real-time temperature readings and smartphone notifications via the MeatStick App, and up to 70+ hours of battery life.
Recently launched by MeatStick, the MeatStick 4X was based on the company’s original MeatStick thermometer, for which it now features an even more accurate temperature reading capability thanks to its two (x2) extra temperature sensors when compared to its predecessor, along with a better wireless ranger as well as a longer battery life than the original model.
Thanks to all of that, this next-generation of the company’s smart true wireless meat thermometer can ultimately give you a flawless way of ensuring that you can cook any type of meat at an optimal temperature.
Now, let’s have a more detailed look at this next-generation smart true wireless meat thermometer, and talk a little more about everything that makes the MeatStick 4X so special and versatile.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with its size, the MeatStick 4X comes at a fairly compact size, measuring just 5.31 inches long by 0.23 inches in diameter (13.5 cm x 6 mm).
This smart true wireless meat thermometer also features a sleek and modern design, along with an ultra-durable and waterproof construction that makes it capable of safely withstanding pretty much any grilling situation without its outer shell ever cracking. Moreover, the thermometer is also rated to be dishwasher safe.
Then, when it comes to its internal components, as said before, the MeatStick 4X comes equipped with a set of quad temperature sensors, which, more specifically, consist of one (x1) temperature sensor that’s integrated in its ceramic handle, plus three (x3) other temperature sensors that are integrated in its stainless-steel probe.
Its quad temperatures are all powered by a proprietary advanced TrueTemp technology that ultimately makes it capable of getting the most accurate temperature readings on the market, all in real time.
Not only that, but the MeatStick 4X also integrates a revolutionary patented Dual-Shell technology that allows the thermometer itself to withstand intense heat up to temperatures of 572°F, and its stainless-steel probe to withstand high heat up to temperatures of 212°F.
SAFETY-TIPS ON HOW TO USE THE THERMOMETER
When placing the MeatStick 4X’s probe into your meat of choice, always make sure that you insert its stainless steel stick (meaning its front-end tip) entirely in your cut of meat, in a way that only its ceramic handle is left showing on the surface of your meat products.
In addition, remember that you should never expose the MeatStick 4X’s probe to direct fire, as that may cause malfunction or even cause the device to stop working altogether.
CONNECTIVITY
Since this is a smart true wireless meat thermometer, the MeatStick 4X also boasts Bluetooth Connectivity for establishing a wireless connection with its smartphone app (discussed slightly ahead), by using its dedicated charger (called the MeatStick 4X Charger), which features a built-in Xtender that extends the MeatStick 4X’s maximum wireless Bluetooth range up to 164 ft. (49.9 m) indoors or 650 ft. (200 m) outdoors.
On a side note, we’d also like to mention that you can also purchase MeatStick’s WiFi Bridge wireless Bluetooth extender (sold separately for $65) in order to upgrade the MeatStick 4X’s Bluetooth range to an unlimited wireless range.
BATTERY & BATTERY LIFE
The MeatStick 4X also boasts up to 70+ hours of battery life by using its MeatStick 4X Charger charging device.
Note that MeatStick 4X’s dedicated charger requires 2 AA batteries (which are not included in the package), and its probes need to be charged for at least an hour or two before using it for your very first cook.
THE SMARTPHONE COMPANION APP – The MeatStick App
Last of all, by using the MeatStick 4X together with the MeatStick App (available to download for free for iOS and Android devices), users can also get very accurate real-time temperature readings for the meat their cooking and monitoring with the MeatStick 4X, plus smartphone notifications that alerts them when the meat they’re cooking is ready to be eaten, tasted, and enjoyed.
FINAL THOUGHTS
The MeatStick 4X is a high-end, next-generation smart true wireless meat thermometer equipped with quad temperature sensors powered by a proprietary advanced TrueTemp technology that makes it capable of getting extremely accurate real-time temperature readings, while also integrating a patented Dual-Shell technology that allows the thermometer itself to withstand heat up to 572°F, and its stainless-steel probe up to 212°F, all while featuring a waterproof and dishwasher-safe construction, Bluetooth Connectivity for a wireless range that can go up to 650 ft. / 200 m, real-time temperature readings and smartphone notifications via the MeatStick App, and up to 70+ hours of battery life.
All in all, this next-generation smart true wireless meat thermometer allows you to achieve perfect meaty results every single time. With it, you’ll never have to worry about your meat getting under cooked or overcooked.
On that note, the MeatStick 4X makes for a really nice kitchen gadget to have around for meat lovers and BBQ lovers alike, and would also make for a very thoughtful gift for any person that enjoys prepping barbecues at home.
If you’re interested in buying it, know that each set (which includes the MeatStick 4X and its dedicated charger) is currently priced at $124.99. You can order yours online right now, directly from The MeatStick’s official shopping page.
