BraunThermoscan 7 IRT6520 Thermometer (European Version),Clear

This thermometer was a replacement to a similar older Braun that we had. It broke after more than 12 years of use.. We were sad as when that happened as it was a good an reliable. As we were in the market for a new thermometer, we tried a few different temporal head scanner types. They were convenient but not accurate. Sometimes missing high fevers by about 1 or 2 degrees. because they require scanning the temperature from the hottest location of the forehead. Unless you buy the professional grade temporal scanners, they are usually only "spot" checking the temperature meaning if you are not scanning the hottest spot, then you might end up missing the actual temperature being measured. With an ear thermometer, there is less of a chance of that happening.What I don't like about this thermometer is that every time you turn it on, it defaults to the infant mode and you have to change it to an child / adult mode before using it to measure. This is two more button steps to do than my previous Braun thermometer. Annoying but not totally inconvenient to do. I understand the importance of having the correct setting before using when checking infant temperatures. Too bad this was not something that could be automated have both readings show up (adult/infant) then you decide which one to choose.Glad I picked this product and looking forward to years of use again!

Reliable readings

I liked that its fast and easy! The changing of Celsius to Fahrenheit was a pc of cake. It took me a week to figure out about the "European Clear" because there was nothing mentioned on it. I read a few hundred reviews and they all said 5 stars and to read the instructions for changing the temp reading. Well, it was easy. Also the "clear" I think meant it didnt have a white cap on the sensor because that's what the model calls for. It's ok, cause I left it on and put it away. I do have to remember to check the batteries now and then. I sure don't want it messed up by the batteries.I recommend it to anyone who's sceptical about the description. Buy it!I definitely upgraded from my oral ones. I didn't care for the forehead one cause when you have a fever you tend to sweat. Besides, all the nurses who wrote a review are right! Ear is more accurate. One other thing. I was supposed to get my order on Saturday and I received it Thursday night exactly like the text I received....9PM.

OK... I've gotten sick of the taste of my rectal thermometer (yeah, yeah... an old joke) so I decided to get something new. Really, I was just having a hard time getting a consistent reading from our old oral thermometer (and it's hard to see the silver line on the old-school glass thermometer anyway). I've always been happy with Braun products and this wasn't crazy expensive like the newer $90-120 units and the reviews seemed more consistent, so I decided this was a winner. When I'm sick or I'm caring for someone who is, I don't need to be messing with Bluetooth and apps... I just want to know the temp quickly and accurately.I just got my unit and had it working within 3-4 minutes of opening the box. I took my own temperature 5 times in a row and got 98.0 once and 98.2 four times. That's pretty solid and reliable, so I'm happy.I also ordered 2 extra boxes of probe covers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001FWXJJG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1And a case to keep the manual, extra covers and tool all in one place: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MDT6DXB/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MDT6DXB/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've always used the brain in ear thermometers as they are the most reliable for my family. After 4 years (and many drops from my kids) my last one finally started giving very inconsistent reads, so I purchased this one to replace. The age feature is nice if your kids are young enough, but both of mine are over 3 so that function is obsolete now. Still works great, but I wish I would've just gotten the thermometer without the age button as it takes several extra seconds to go through that setting. Anyone with a sick kid knows that time is of the essence and they have zero patience.... So I don't love that. BUT if you have kids under two I would definitely get this one as the age feature is really handy for the young ones. While a tad annoying, I really like the disposable covers. They keep it nice and clean so you don't have to waste your time cleaning the earwax off.

OK if you are reading this you are one of the parents like me who are particular about brand when it comes for Vital Stat for your baby.Pros:1. No doubt I will spend more 10-20$ to get a Name Brand like Braun when it comes to measure little one's temp.2. Older Braun ear thermometer I had did survive for 6 years and we said Good Bye to find another one.3. It measures the exact temp, it is fast and really fast my infant son does not like to hold it for long.4. Checked with my doc's version of threm the temps are almost precise and correct.Cons:1. The scan button sometimes get confused and ask you to select the age multiple times. could have been better to fix it.2. The little holes in the holder sometime makes it harder to store the plastic cover.Overall go for it.