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SOVARCATE HS980E Digital vs Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer Side-by-Side Comparison
There’s no disputing the fact that the Sovarcate HS980E is the more accurate out of the two, just by looking at the scoring alone. Yet, if you’re on the lookout for a cheap IR thermometer that simply does the job, the Lasergrip GM400 — with all its flaws — should still do just fine.
SOVARCATE HS980E Digital
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Lasergrip GM400 Infrared Thermometer
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
The SOVARCATE HS980E stands out for its excellent measurement accuracy. Combined with a rugged design and a multitude of measurement modes, the Sovarcate HS980E made it to the top of our listing quite easily.
On the flip side, the Lasergrip GM400 is a functional IR thermometer, but it doesn’t shine as much as the Sovarcate HS980E. Its temperature readings aren’t as accurate, and its design isn't all that impressive. It also lacks extra measurement modes and features as the SOVARCATE HS980E.
In short, if you want reliability, user-friendliness, and a wide range of features, the SOVARCATE HS980E is the better pick. The Lasergrip GM400 does the job and will be a good pick for budget-conscious people who don’t need a lot out of their IR thermometer.
Pros & Cons
- Fairly accurate and reliable temperature readings.
- Rugged, industrial design
- Extremely bright laser emitter
- Color LCD VA screen panel
- Comes with a good selection of measurement modes
- Very loud speakers
- Passable measurement performance in the hot test with cooking oil
- One of the lightest IR thermometers in our database
- Measurement accuracy can be better.
- Poor measurement accuracy in the cold test with ice
- Lackluster build quality
- Dim laser emitter
- Lack of extra measurement modes
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Behind the Comparison
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