Smart thermometers have taken temperature reading to the next level. Here are top five, clinically-approved smart thermometers that are changing the way the world reads and records body temperature.

Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that the good ol’ mercury-in-glass thermometers have made way for the digital ones. Not only are these modern temperature-measuring devices safer and easier to use, they also deliver faster and more accurate readings (in both Fahrenheit and Celsius temperatures).

Over the last couple of years, smart thermometers have taken temperature reading to the next level! Right from non-invasive devices that scan the skin and record temperatures to wearable smart innovations that offer continuous temperature tracking, smart thermometers facilitate timely diagnosis as well as better care at home.

Here’s looking at the top five, clinically-approved smart thermometers that are changing the way the world reads and records body temperature:

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Temp Pal

Touted as “the world’s smallest smart thermometer”, Temp Pal is nothing but a patch (made from medical-grade plastic) to be stuck below the armpit with a hypoallergenic adhesive medical tape. Taiwan-based healthtech startup iWeeCare’s battery-operated thermometer connects via Bluetooth to an iOS or Android mobile device running an app that monitors the data real-time and sends alerts to caregivers, in cases where medical intervention is recommended. Now, that’s a comprehensive and convenient body temperature tracking solution!

Nokia/Withings Thermo

Withings, the French health device maker that became part of Nokia Technologies, was among the earliest players in the connected thermometer space to provide accurate temperature readings. The Nokia Thermo, a forehead thermometer, uses 16 infrared sensors to take more than 4,000 readings that can be synced with the Nokia Thermo app over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to create a “temperature diary.” What’s more, you can keep detailed temperature histories – that can be easily shared with the doctor – for up to eight users.

iHealth thermometer

iHealth’s infrared thermometer is a faster, easier-to-use, and more affordable version of the Nokia Thermo. Designed to take body temperature by measuring the infrared energy emitted from the forehead, this smart thermometer is arguably the best bet for children, who are not too excited about getting poked and prodded when they are sick. iHealth’s infrared sensor takes over 100 readings in a second, displaying the averaged results, at every click of the button.

iProven DMT-489 Thermometer

This is a two-in-one: a thermometer that can take temperatures from the ear and the forehead. The iProven DMT-489 Thermometer has bagged quite a few industry awards for its hi-tech accuracy and innovation. The smart device works well for infants as well as adults. It records up to 20 readings on the device and uses colour codes to classify different levels of fever, aiding timely medical attention.

Kinsa Digital Smart Ear Thermometer

For those who prefer in-ear temperature readings – for children and themselves – the Kinsa product is a popular buy. Together with its app, the Kinsa Digital Smart Ear Thermometer not only helps track one’s temperature over time, but also shows doctor’s recommendations, nearby illnesses on the rise, and more. And for all those who prefer thermometers that can be used orally, under the arm, and even rectally (for infants), the Kinsa Smart Stick is a worthwhile option.