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Etekcity Lasergrip 800 vs Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer Side-by-Side Comparison

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Etekcity Lasergrip 800 Infrared Thermometer

$28.99 from Amazon

Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer

$10.66 from Amazon
Etekcity Lasergrip 800 vs Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer

Overall Verdict

The Etekcity Lasergrip 800 outperforms the Lasergrip GM400 in the ice test, receiving a score of 6.6 in this test versus the GM400’s 2.9. It also does much better than the GM400 in the oil test with a score of 7.3 over the GM400’s 6.96 — it’s close, but still not quite as high.

The Etekcity Lasergrip 800 offers a superior design in all aspects compared to the Lasergrip GM400, with a total design score of 8.0, while the GM400 only received 6.1 from our reviewers in this section.

While both thermometers lack measurement modes, the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 has no audio cues, whereas the Lasergrip GM400 does. This is why the total usability score of the Lasergrip GM400 is slightly higher at 4.3 versus the Lasergrip 800’s 3.75. But, as you can see, both models still leave a lot to be desired in this section.

For those seeking a better design and performance, the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 is the clear choice. However, if you prefer something that’s a bit more intuitive to use, the Lasergrip GM400 might be preferable with its audio cues.

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Pros & Cons

  • A 16:1 distance-to-spot (D:S) ratio, which allows the user to measure objects from farther distances.
  • Bright laser emitter.
  • The display panel is brightly lit and readable even under harsh studio lighting.
  • Battery is included and already installed when taken out of the box.
  • Passable measurement performance in the hot test with cooking oil
  • One of the lightest IR thermometers in our database
  • Don’t come with any extra measurement mode.
  • Loose battery compartment door.
  • Don’t have any speaker or audio cues.
  • Poor measurement accuracy in the cold test with ice
  • Lackluster build quality
  • Dim laser emitter
  • Lack of extra measurement modes

Key Specs

Dimensions
L5 x W2.75 x H7 inches
L4 x W1.57 x H6.3 inches
Weight
6.8 ounces
4.36 ounces
Display type
Backlit LCD
Backlit LCD panel
Measurement modes
0
0
Audio cues
No
Yes
Temperature range
-58 to 1,382°F (-50 to 750°C)
-58°F - 752°F (-50°C - 400°C)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$25.52
$14.43
$28.99 at Amazon
$10.66 at Amazon

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
7.0
5.3

Cold Test with Ice

6.6
2.9
Etekcity Lasergrip 800 Infrared Thermometer Cold Test with Ice Video
A reviewer is using the Etekcity Lasergrip at a distance of 12 inches to measure the surface temperature of an ice bath. The screen reads 28.4°F.
The Etekcity Lasergrip 800 is being used by a reviewer to measure the surface temperature of an ice bath from a distance of 16 inches. The screen displays 29°F.
Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer Cold Test
The Lasergrip GM400 measures the surface temperature of an ice chest from 12 inches away. The screen reads 38.3°F.
The Lasergrip GM400 measures the surface temperature of an ice chest from 16 inches away. The screen reads 39.2°F.
Ice Temperature
32°F
32°F
Temperature at 12”
28.4°F
38.4°F
Temperature at 16”
29°F
39.2°F

Hot Test with Cooking Oil

7.3
7.0
Etekcity Lasergrip 800 Infrared Thermometer Hot Test with Cooking Oil Video
A reviewer is using the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 to measure the surface temperature of a vat of hot cooking oil from a distance of 12 inches. The screen reads 369.4°F.
A reviewer is using the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 to measure the surface temperature of a vat of hot oil at a distance of 16 inches. The screen reads 367.4°F.
Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer Hot Test
The Lasergrip GM400 measures the surface temperature of a pan of cooking oil from 12 inches away. The screen reads 370.5°F.
The Lasergrip GM400 measures the surface temperature of a pan of cooking oil from 16 inches away. The screen reads 364.4°F.
Oil Temperature
361°F
361°F
Temperature at 12”
369.4°F
370.5°F
Temperature at 16”
367.4°F
364.4°F

Design

Overall Design Scoring
8.0
6.1

In the Box

The Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer lying on a dark grey table in the center, with its user manual to the left and its plastic box to the right.
The Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer in its plastic packaging on a slate grey concrete table top.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800. The length is 5 inches, the width is 2.75 inches, and the height is 7 inches.
The dimensions of the Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer. The length is 4 inches, the width is 1.57 inches, and the height is 6.3 inches.
Weight
6.8 oz (193 g)
4.3 oz (122 g)
Length
5.0" (12.7 cm)
4.0" (10.2 cm)
Width
2.8" (7.0 cm)
1.6" (4.0 cm)
Height
7.0" (17.8 cm)
6.3" (16.0 cm)

Build Quality

7.5
6.0
A close-up view of the trigger of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer.
A close-up view of the trigger of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer.
A close-up view of the grip of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer.
The control panel with four buttons on the Etekcity Lasergrip 800.
The Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer on a dark grey concrete tabletop against a blurry blue background.

Laser Emitter

8.0
5.0
The Etekcity Lasergrip 800’s laser emitter in a dark room.
The single, red laser dot of the Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer in a dark room.
The single, red laser dot of the Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer in a dark room.
The laser emitter and the IR sensor of the Lasergrip GM400.
Laser Pattern
Single-dot
Single-dot
Brightness
Good
Bad

Display Panel

9.0
7.5
A close-up of the LCD screen panel of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800. The screen displays 84.3°F.
A close-up of the LCD screen panel of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800. The screen displays 84.3°F.
The LCD screen panel of the EtekCity Lasergrip 800 with the backlight turned on. The screen currently displays 81.9°F.
The Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer’s display with the backlight off (left) and on (right).
The Lasergrip GM400’s display with the backlight turned off (left) and on (right).
Display Type
Backlit LCD
Backlit LCD panel
Backlight
Yes
Yes
Display Size
1.18
1.18

Battery compartment

The door of the battery compartment is opened on the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer, revealing the 9V battery cell inside and connecting wires.
The IR thermometer comes with the battery pre-installed inside. The battery is a standard 9V cell.
The Lasergrip GM400 with its battery compartment opened. To its right is one AAA battery.
Battery Type
9V
AAA

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
3.8
4.3

Handling

7.5
7.0
The black-gloved hand of a reviewer is pressing on the trigger of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer.
The black-gloved hand of a reviewer is pressing on the trigger of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer.
A close-up view of the grip of the Etekcity Lasergrip 800 IR thermometer.
The white-gloved hand of a reviewer holding and using the Lasergrip GM400, with a finger on the trigger of the thermometer.
The white-gloved hand of a reviewer holding and using the Lasergrip GM400, with a finger on the trigger of the thermometer.
The ridges at the front of the Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer.
The handle of the Lasergrip GM400, with the patterning at the front of the handle in view.

Measurement Modes

0.0
0.0
Emissivity
No
No
Average Mode
No
No
Min Mode
No
No
Max Mode
No
No
Calibration
No
No
Alarm Mode
No
No

Audio Cues

0.0
4.0