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Lasergrip GM400 vs Smart Sensor AS530 Infrared Thermometer Side-by-Side Comparison

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Lasergrip GM400 vs Smart Sensor AS530 Infrared Thermometer

Overall Verdict

It’s pretty unfortunate that both the Lasergrip GM400 and the Smart Sensor AS530 fall into the lower-performing category among IR thermometers in our database. 

Performance-wise, while the Lasergrip GM400 did perform somewhat better with a total score of 5.3, compared to the Smart Sensor AS530's failing score of 4.8, it still has some issues.

Our reviewers have found that the Lasergrip GM400 has subpar build quality, and many of its features, like the laser emitter, aren't great. Both models also lack extra measurement options, which limits how versatile they can be.

All things considered, it's tough to recommend either the Lasergrip GM400 or the Smart Sensor AS530, especially given that there are better options available in this price range. However, if you have to choose between the two, the Smart Sensor AS530 might be a slightly better pick because of its slightly better build quality.

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Pros & Cons

  • Passable measurement performance in the hot test with cooking oil
  • One of the lightest IR thermometers in our database
  • Well-built and rugged design
  • Textured handgrip for easier handling when hands are wet
  • Tactile trigger
  • Very bright laser emitter
  • Poor measurement accuracy in the cold test with ice
  • Lackluster build quality
  • Dim laser emitter
  • Lack of extra measurement modes
  • Bad measurement accuracy
  • Doesn’t come with extra measuring modes

Key Specs

Dimensions
L4 x W1.57 x H6.3 inches
L3.74 x W1 .61 x H6 inches
Weight
4.36 ounces
5.43 ounces
Display type
Backlit LCD panel
Backlit LCD panel
Measurement modes
0
0
Audio cues
Yes
Yes
Temperature range
-58°F - 752°F (-50°C - 400°C)
-26°F to 1,022°F (-32°C to 550°C)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$14.43
$20.07

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
5.3
4.8

Cold Test with Ice

2.9
2.6
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.
Smart Sensor AS530 Infrared Thermometer Cold Test
The Smart Sensor AS530 measures the temperature of an ice bath from 12 inches away. The screen displays 37.9°F.
The Smart Sensor AS530 measures the temperature of the ice bath from 16 inches away. The screen reads 39.2°F.
Ice Temperature
32°F
32°F
Temperature at 12”
38.4°F
37.9°F
Temperature at 16”
39.2°F
39.2°F

Hot Test with Cooking Oil

7.0
6.2
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.
Smart Sensor AS530 Infrared Thermometer Hot Test
The Smart Sensor AS530 measures the temperature of an oil vat from 12 inches away. The screen reads 372°F.
The Smart Sensor AS530 measures the temperature of an oil vat from 16 inches away. The screen reads 366.6°F.
Oil Temperature
361°F
361°F
Temperature at 12”
370.5°F
372°F
Temperature at 16”
364.4°F
366.6°F

Design

Overall Design Scoring
6.1
8.6

In the Box

The Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer in its plastic packaging on a slate grey concrete table top.
The Smart Sensor AS530 IR thermometer is in the center, with user manual and batteries to the left, and the plastic packaging to the right.

Dimensions

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.
The dimensions of the Smart Sensor AS530. The length is 3.74 inches, the width is 1.61 inches, and the height is 6 inches.
Weight
4.3 oz (122 g)
5.4 oz (154 g)
Length
4.0" (10.2 cm)
3.7" (9.5 cm)
Width
1.6" (4.0 cm)
1.6" (4.1 cm)
Height
6.3" (16.0 cm)
6.0" (15.2 cm)

Build Quality

6.0
8.5
The Lasergrip GM400 IR thermometer on a dark grey concrete tabletop against a blurry blue background.
Smart Sensor AS530 Infrared Thermometer Build Quality Video
The side profile of the Smart Sensor AS530, including the top section, the trigger, and the top half of the handle. An orange label with the product’s name is visible.

Laser Emitter

5.0
9.5
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.
The red laser dot of the Smart Sensor AS530 IR thermometer’s laser emitter in a dark room.
The red laser dot of the Smart Sensor AS530 IR thermometer’s laser emitter in a dark room.
The IR sensor and the small laser emitter at the front of the Smart Sensor AS530 IR thermometer.
Laser Pattern
Single-dot
Single-dot
Brightness
Bad
Good

Display Panel

7.5
8.0
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).
The backlit LCD screen of the Smart Sensor AS530. The screen currently reads 82.8°F.
Display Type
Backlit LCD panel
Backlit LCD
Backlight
Yes
Yes
Display Size
1.18
1.18

Battery Compartment

The Lasergrip GM400 with its battery compartment opened. To its right is one AAA battery.
The Smart Sensor AS530 with the battery compartment door opened and two AAA batteries to the right.
Battery Type
AAA
AAA

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
4.3
5.8

Handling

7.0
8.5
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.
The gloved hand of a reviewer holding and using the Smart Sensor AS530 IR thermometer to measure the temperature of a toaster oven.
The gloved hand of a reviewer holding and using the Smart Sensor AS530 IR thermometer to measure the temperature of a toaster oven.
A close-up of the textured handgrip of the Smart Sensor AS530
A close-up of the textured handgrip of the Smart Sensor AS530

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

4.0
8.0