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SOVARCATE HS960D Manual vs ThermoPro TP-30 Digital Infrared Thermometer Side-by-Side Comparison

In this side-by-side comparison, we pitch the Sovarcate HS960D against the ThermoPro TP-30 IR thermometer.

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Sovarcate HS960D Digital

ThermoPro TP-30 Digital

SOVARCATE HS960D Manual vs ThermoPro TP-30 Digital Infrared Thermometer

Overall Verdict

Ranking by
OverallScore Performance70% Design20% Usability10% ScoreOverall 70%Performance 20%Design 10%Usability Sovarcate HS960D Di...ThermoPro TP-30 Dig...7.36.79.57.26.56.37.95.0
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Although the ThermoPro TP-30 has the advantage of being the IR thermometer we used in the lab for months, even before the review project started, our reviewers and our benchmark still lean in favor of the Sovarcate HS960D being the better thermometer.

In the performance test, for example, the Sovarcate HS960D scored higher overall, scoring 6.7 out of 10. Meanwhile, the ThermoPro TP-30 only stops at 6.3.

In terms of design, the Sovarcate HS960D is the clear winner with its colored LCD screen and bright, 13-point laser emitter. The build quality of the Sovarcate is also much better.

The Sovarcate is also better in terms of usability, with a more comfortable user experience and a broader array of extra measurement modes. It also comes with a speaker, which the ThermoPro TP-30 doesn’t have.

Overall, the Sovarcate HS960D will be a more value-packed purchase than the ThermoPro TP-30.

Pros & Cons

  • Decently accurate and reliable performance
  • Rugged and well-built housing
  • Bright, single-dot laser emitter
  • Brightly-lit colored LCD VA screen panel
  • Has a speaker
  • Textured handgrip and tactile trigger make the thermometer easy and comfortable to use
  • Relatively affordable
  • Bright laser emitter
  • The display panel is bright and does a good job of displaying data
  • Comes with a variety of measurement modes
  • Doesn’t come with many measurement modes
  • Overall measurement accuracy is mediocre
  • Handling experience could be better

Key Specs

Dimensions
L4.3 x W1.81 x H6.3 inches
L4.13 x W1.65 x H5.9
Weight
5.58 ounces
5 ounces
Display type
Color LCD VA panel
Backlit LCD panel
Measurement modes
1
3
Audio cues
Yes
No
Temperature range
-58°F to 1112°F(-50℃ to 600℃)
-58°F to -1,022°F (-50°C to 550°C)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$24.03
$22.92

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
6.7
6.3

Design

Overall Design Scoring
9.5
7.9

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
7.2
5.0

Behind the Comparison

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Matthew Lee is a writer and editor for HealthyKitchen101. With over 8 years working for various outlets and agencies, specializing in tech review and other subjects of note, such as current affairs.

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Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.

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