MEATER Plus Wireless Thermometer Review: The Wire-Free Standard

Q: Is the MEATER Plus better than wired thermometers?

For ease of use and cable-free operation, yes. Accuracy-wise, ThermoWorks wired probes are slightly more precise but the MEATER's convenience is significant.

Q: What's the difference between MEATER Plus and MEATER Block?

MEATER Plus has 1 probe (Bluetooth, 165 ft); MEATER Block has 4 probes plus WiFi for unlimited range.

Q: How far does the MEATER Plus Bluetooth reach?

165 ft line-of-sight; typically 50–100 ft in real-world conditions with walls and interference.

Q: Can I use the MEATER Plus in the oven?

Yes, up to 527°F ambient temperature. Suitable for roasting but not high-heat baking.

Q: Does the MEATER Plus work with pellet grills?

Yes — it works with any heat source and adds guided cook/rest timing that pellet grill apps typically lack.

Q: How do I charge the MEATER Plus?

Slide the probe back into the wooden block — a contact pin charges it automatically. The AAA battery in the block lasts 3–4 months.

Q: Is the MEATER Plus accurate enough for competition BBQ?

For competition precision, ThermoWorks Signals (±0.7°F) is preferred. MEATER Plus (±1°F) is adequate for backyard BBQ.

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What Is the MEATER Plus?

The MEATER Plus is a completely wireless meat thermometer — no wires connect the probe to a receiver. A single slender probe measures both internal meat temperature and ambient grill temperature simultaneously, transmitting data via Bluetooth to your smartphone app. The wooden charging block extends Bluetooth range to 165 ft and stores the probe when not in use. Setup takes under 2 minutes.

MEATER Plus Specs

Wireless Range	165 ft Bluetooth (block acts as repeater)
Internal Temp Accuracy	±1°F
Internal Max Temp	212°F (boiling point) — probe tip only
Ambient Max Temp	527°F (grill/smoker temperature)
Sensors	2: internal tip + ambient (dual-sensor probe)
Battery	Probe charged via wooden block (AAA)
App	iOS and Android — MEATER app
Compatible Ovens	Yes (convection safe up to 527°F ambient)

Bottom line: The MEATER Plus is the best wireless meat thermometer for most backyard BBQ cooks. True wireless design, accurate readings, and an outstanding guided cook app make it a transformative upgrade from traditional wired thermometers.

Accuracy Testing Results

Test	MEATER Plus Reading	Reference (ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE)	Deviation
Chicken breast (165°F target)	166°F	164.8°F	1.2°F
Ribeye medium-rare (130°F)	131.5°F	130.2°F	1.3°F
Pork shoulder (205°F)	203°F	204.1°F	1.1°F
Brisket (200°F)	198°F	199.4°F	1.4°F
Average deviation (15 cooks)			1.2°F

The MEATER Plus averaged 1.2°F deviation from our ThermoWorks reference across 15 cooks — within the stated ±1°F spec for most readings. This is sufficient accuracy for all practical BBQ purposes. The Thermapen ONE (at ±0.5°F) remains more accurate, but requires a physical insertion rather than continuous monitoring.

Guided Cook System: The Real Differentiator

The MEATER app’s guided cook system is what separates it from competing wireless thermometers. Select a protein and cut (e.g., “Ribeye — Medium Rare”), enter the thickness, and the app:

Estimates total cook time based on real-time temperature curves
Sends push alerts at key stages (ready to sear, time to rest)
Accounts for carryover cooking — alerts you to pull meat early, so rest brings it to exact target
Logs the full temperature curve for every cook — searchable history

The carryover cooking calculation alone has saved multiple cooks in our testing. Pulling a ribeye at 125°F (when the app says so) and having it reach 133°F during a 5-minute rest is far more consistent than guessing.

Design: No-Wire Advantage

Traditional wired thermometers require routing cables through grill lids, which creates heat escape points and cable management frustrations. The MEATER Plus’s wireless probe eliminates this entirely. You insert it, close the lid completely, and walk away. There’s no cable to kink, no seal to compromise.

Pros

True wireless — no cables, no heat escape, no cable management
Dual-sensor: measures internal meat temp AND ambient grill temp with one probe
Guided cook system with carryover calculation is genuinely useful
App stores complete cook history with temperature curves
Works with any heat source: grill, smoker, oven, sous vide

Cons

Single probe — cannot monitor multiple cuts simultaneously (MEATER Block = 4 probes)
Bluetooth range requires the wooden block within ~33 ft of the grill
165 ft range assumes line-of-sight — walls/appliances reduce effective range
Internal probe max of 212°F means it can’t be used in extremely high-heat searing

MEATER Plus vs. MEATER Block vs. ThermoWorks Signals

Feature	MEATER Plus	MEATER Block (4 probes)	ThermoWorks Signals
Probes	1	4	4
Wireless	True wireless	True wireless	WiFi + BT (wired probes)
Range	165 ft Bluetooth	50 ft Bluetooth + WiFi	Unlimited (WiFi)
Accuracy	±1°F	±1°F	±0.7°F
Guided cook	Yes	Yes	Via app
Fan control	No	No	Yes (with Billows)
Best for	Single cut monitoring	Multi-cut cooks	Accuracy & fan control

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MEATER Plus better than wired thermometers?

For ease of use and cable-free operation, yes. The true wireless design eliminates heat escape from lid gaps and cable management frustration. Accuracy-wise, ThermoWorks wired probes are slightly more precise (±0.7°F vs. ±1°F), but the convenience advantage of the MEATER is significant.

What’s the difference between MEATER Plus and MEATER Block?

The MEATER Plus includes 1 probe; the MEATER Block includes 4. The Block also adds WiFi connectivity (unlimited range), while the Plus uses Bluetooth (165 ft max). If you regularly cook multiple cuts simultaneously, the Block is worth the upgrade.

How far does the MEATER Plus Bluetooth reach?

165 ft in ideal line-of-sight conditions. In real-world use (walls, appliances, competing Bluetooth devices), effective range is typically 50–100 ft. The wooden block must be within ~33 ft of the grill to relay the signal effectively.

Can I use the MEATER Plus in the oven?

Yes, up to 527°F ambient temperature — the probe’s ambient sensor max. The internal tip max is 212°F, which means it’s suitable for roasting meats (internal temps rarely exceed 212°F) but not for high-heat bread baking or pizza.

Does the MEATER Plus work with pellet grills?

Yes — MEATER works with any heat source. With pellet grills, it adds a layer of redundancy to the grill’s own temperature probes and provides the guided cook and rest timing that pellet grill apps typically don’t offer.

How do I charge the MEATER Plus?

Slide the probe back into the wooden block after each cook. The block charges the probe automatically via a contact pin. The block itself is powered by a single AAA battery, which typically lasts 3–4 months with regular use.

Is the MEATER Plus accurate enough for competition BBQ?

For competition BBQ where ±0.7°F precision matters, ThermoWorks Signals is the preferred choice. MEATER Plus at ±1°F is perfectly adequate for backyard BBQ — the difference between 130.2°F and 131.5°F medium-rare is undetectable to most palates.