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Kizen LaserPro LP300 vs. Mecurate IRT600A Digital Infrared Thermometer Side-by-Side Comparison
Overall Verdict
The Mecurate IRT600A far exceeds the Kizen in measurement accuracy with a performance score of 6.9 out of 10 over the Kizen’s 5.2. And in addition to having better accuracy, the Mecurate also has more measurement modes.
Functionality-wise, the Mecurate is the better thermometer to buy.
What about design and usability?
It’s close, but the Mecurate did better in both assessments than the Kizen LaserPro LP300. On all counts, it seems like you’ll get more value for your money with the Mecurate, according to our benchmark.
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Pros & Cons
- Quite affordable for what it is
- Solid build quality
- Laser emitter is bright and can be easily tracked
- Display panel is decently bright and data points can be easily read in many conditions (under studio lighting, in the dark, etc.)
- Handle is indented and textured for easier gripping
- Loud speaker
- Solid build quality.
- Has several measurement modes.
- Practical laser emitter with 13-point patterning.
- Easy to handle with a clicky, tactile trigger.
- Bright, colored VA display panel.
- Comes bundled with a meat thermometer
- Mediocre measurement accuracy
- Doesn’t have many measurement mode
- The backlight can’t be turned off
- Unreliable readings. Multiple continuous scans are required before the thermometer “re-calibrates” itself and output more accurate results.
Key Specs
Dimensions
L4 x W1.77 x H5.9 inches
L3.75 x W1.75 x H5.5 inches
Weight
4.86 ounces
5 ounces
Display type
Backlit LCD panel
Colored LCD VA panel
Measurement modes
1
3 (EMS, Average, Max)
Audio cues
Yes
Yes
Temperature range
-58°F to 1,122°F (-50°C to 600°C)
-58 to 1,122°F (-50 to 600°C)
Where to Buy
Price at publication
$21.95
$25.61
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Overall Performance Scoring
5.2
6.9
Cold Test with Ice
8.4
8.6
Ice Temperature
32°F
32°F
Temperature at 12”
30.4°F
30.7°F
Temperature at 16”
31.3°F
32°F
Hot Test with Cooking Oil
3.1
5.8
Oil Temperature
361°F
361°F
Temperature at 12”
378°F
373°F
Temperature at 16”
374°F
365°F
Design
Overall Design Scoring
9.3
9.5
In the Box
Dimensions
Weight
4.9 oz (138 g)
5.0 oz (142 g)
Length
4.0" (10.2 cm)
3.8" (9.5 cm)
Width
1.8" (4.5 cm)
1.8" (4.4 cm)
Height
5.9" (15.0 cm)
5.5" (14.0 cm)
Build Quality
9.5
9.0
Laser Emitter
9.0
10
Laser Pattern
Single-dot
13-point
Brightness
Good
Good
Display Panel
9.0
10
Display Type
Backlit LCD panel
Colored LCD VA
Backlight
Yes
Yes
Display Size
1.18
1.3
Battery Compartment
Battery Type
AAA
AAA
Usability
Overall Usability Scoring
7.2
7.9
Handling
9.0
9.0
Measurement Modes
3.0
6.0
Emissivity
0.10-1.00
0.10-1.00
Average Mode
No
No
Min Mode
No
Yes
Max Mode
No
Yes
Calibration
No
No
Alarm Mode
No
No
Audio Cues
9.0
8.0
