what parents are saying
I really like this thermometer even though I had a couple issues connecting. Tracking history per kid was well worth sometimes having to unplug and replug. The game is a nice touch for younger kids. (May 25, 2017)
Hillary W.
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Why weeLove the Kinsa Thermometer:
From Googling to photo taking, booking babysitters to ordering diapers – smartphones can simplify almost every aspect of parenting. Now you can add dealing with sick days to that list…
Kinsa, a smart thermometer paired with an app, helps you track your child’s temperature and symptoms over the course of an illness. This FDA-approved thermometer plugs into your smartphone (no batteries required). Through the app, you can create profiles for everyone in your family to keep tabs on temperatures, medications, and symptoms. This especially comes in handy during chaotic doctor’s visits when you’re trying to grab the stethoscope from your busy baby while giving an ear infection play-by-play. Thanks to Kinsa, you can just hand over your phone.
The app’s user-interface is easy for mom and dad to navigate and fun for your tot – there’s a bubble popping animation that runs during the 10 seconds it takes to get a reading. Future versions of the app will offer custom community group creation, for example a daycare, playgroup or neighborhood. So, you’ll soon be able to see the big picture of what’s going on in your area.
With Kinsa, next time your kiddo is sick… you’ll be cool as a cucumber.
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what parents are saying
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- Katie W.
United States of America
Really cool that it logs the temperatures but can be a little finiky sometimes. Nothing worse than a sick baby and having to take temperatures multiple times bc you keep getting an error code! Mar 01, 2024
- Shrouk A.
Clifton, New Jersey
I honestly wish I knew about this product long time ago I don’t know when it was available but I wish I had this 9 years ago with my first born this thermometer has been a life saver Aug 14, 2023
- Danielle B.
Los Angeles, California
Didn’t like that you needed to plug it into the phone - needed an adapter for the iPhone. Too many steps May 29, 2023
This is great for temps and the app is great, however it’s not compatible with newer phones that don’t have headphone jacks Aug 24, 2022
- KP T.
San Pedro, California
I don’t understand why the app is needed to actually read the temperature Jul 20, 2022
- Sabrina M.
United States of America
For some reason it takes SO LONG to read and when we have needed it &it literally has read different temps every 5s increment (97-103) so huge difference esp when you’re concerned about a high fever! Jun 02, 2022
- Jesse L.
St. Marys, Ohio
Really quick readings! Great for squirmy kids. May 04, 2022
- Holly J.
Bellevue, Washington
I could never get this to work. It was annoying Sep 19, 2021
- AJ F.
United States of America
Easy to use and the app includes a running list of your temps to track throughout the night. Great to refer back to if you’re at the doctors or ER. Jul 17, 2021
- Tara T.
Mehoopany, Pennsylvania
Very accurate but a little difficult to set up. Sometimes it does not work Dec 22, 2020
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- Kimberly B.
Mesa, Arizona
This is the thermometer of choice for my family. It's easy to use, fun for kids, & seems accurate, but obsolete now & unsupported. Few phones have the audio jack, so get the bluetooth version instead. Mar 12, 2022
- Jess K.
Gautier, Mississippi
I love how quickly this takes a reading and the app keeps up with past temps so you can really see how a fever is progressing or getting better, which can be hard when your mind is all over postpartum Aug 30, 2020
- Jessica B.
Sunrise , Florida
I really like kinsa thermometers. I’ve found it’s rather difficult to track temperatures of two sick kids with a traditional one & get accurate readings. Definitely want to upgrade to their new model Apr 23, 2020
- Megan T.
Ludington, Michigan
We have this and tried it on multiple occasions and the temperature was never right. It always wanted to reconnect and have to be updated or reconfigured. Waste of time when you need a temperature Jan 26, 2020
- Lauren F.
Akron, Ohio
Great idea but unless your kid is sick a lot it's not worth it. Use a free app to keep track when you take a temp with a regular thermometer instead. Nov 04, 2019
- Elly S.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The Kinsa has turned into our go-to family thermometer. I love how it keeps the history so I can see a pattern of fever or illness. You may need a dongle if you have a newer iPhone without a jack! Mar 25, 2019
- Nicole j.
Aldie, Virginia
love the app that you use with it. does take time to attach to phone Feb 28, 2019
- Secretly Expecting
Hammond , Indiana
I love that there is an app for this thermometer, it sends the results right to your phone and lets you know what the next step is! AWESOME! Feb 11, 2019
- Liset F.
Midlothian, Illinois
I had a difficult time with and Android phone at first. Once I got use to it, I love how personal it is. You do have to download app but it tracks your children's info. Aug 24, 2018
- Chelsea A.
Orlando, Florida
Easy setup and consistent readings. However, it needs to be back pretty far in the mouth and wiggling can cause misreadings or no reading at all. May 15, 2018
- Allison S.
East stroudsburg , Pennsylvania
Temperature was never accurate . May 03, 2018
- Brandi C.
Great Falls , Montana
My husband and I each bought a different type of this brands thermometer but this one works wonderfully Apr 30, 2018
- Caitlin T.
San Marcos , Texas
i love that this helps me keep track of LO temps and symptoms as well as provides resources on my smart phone for tx. However, its kind of a pain to juggle/plug in when LO is crying and squirming. Feb 08, 2018
- Allyson S.
Oakland, California
We got this and haven't even set it up with our phones yet. We have a $5 digital thermometer that we got from the hospital that is just so easy--not sure why I thought I needed something this fancy Dec 23, 2017
- Felicia N.
Hoboken, New Jersey
I was excited to get this because I am very techy. When my husband and I opened it, we tried both phones and could not get the thermometer to sync so we ended up returning it. Very Dissapointed! Nov 07, 2017
- Kara G.
Englewood, Ohio
So great to have a database of temperatures. Just keep in mind that the "stick thermometers" are initially intimidating to some kids. Nov 06, 2017
- Jessi D.
Portland, Oregon
Sometimes we get inaccurate readings, but overall it does its job. Wish you didn't have to plug into a smart device to get a reading. Nov 03, 2017
- Megan B.
Glendora , California
I love how you can make profiles for the whole family and that it saves and tracts temperatures and symptoms. Oct 18, 2017
- Nicole C.
CHAMBERSBURG, Pennsylvania
Can be frustrating to get the app to work properly. It only works with the app so that is a bit annoying but the tracking feature is nice. Overall I would not recommend as a must have. Aug 04, 2017
- Nicole H.
Woodbury, Minnesota
I have had nothing but issues with this. It works for probably 1 out of every 10 attempts. When I have a sick, fussy baby the last thing I want is to hold her down and hope it works this time around! Aug 02, 2017
- Secretly Expecting
OSBORN, Missouri
I just got this. I haven't used it yet, but I think I'm gonna love it. Easy to keep track of the hole families temp, meds, and pics so you can show your Dr when you go in for check up/apt. Jun 06, 2017
- Hillary W.
Glen Ridge, New Jersey
I really like this thermometer even though I had a couple issues connecting. Tracking history per kid was well worth sometimes having to unplug and replug. The game is a nice touch for younger kids. May 25, 2017
- Audry P.
Anchorage, Alaska
Best feature? Uses phone for power. Other pros: temp logs, multiple profiles and ease of use. Temporal thermometers are easiest but for the price, this product is a great value. May 18, 2017
- Jenn M.
Northeast, Wisconsin
This thermometer is a must-have! It is so simple to use and easy to store temperature records on your smart phone or share with your partner if they are away. It's affordable at $20, but a great buy! May 16, 2017
- Laura S.
Dallas , Pennsylvania
Good thermometer for travel because you don't need batteries, easy to keep track of readings with the app, easy to use overall. Seems to read lower than other thermometers though. May 06, 2017
- Elisabeth L.
Sacramento, California
This thermometer is fast, has a bubble popping game to play while you wait, and keeps profiles on everyone in the family. The downside for me is the lack of probe covers. May 02, 2017
- Emily K.
Salt Lake City, Utah
I love this thermometer and the app so much! It walks you through every step of the way, only takes 10 seconds to get a reading, has a soft flexible tip and is accurate every single time. May 02, 2017
- Audrey W.
Boise City, Oklahoma
This is an awesome thermometer! Setup was a breeze and I love being able to make a profile for each child and save their temperatures and symptoms. Thanks to the weeSpring Parent Panel! Apr 26, 2017
- Secretly Expecting
Spring, Texas
I love this product! I instantly threw my old one away the moment I tried this for the first time. It has so many functions and you can save your info to send directly to your pediatrician. I give it Feb 18, 2017
- Morgan E.
Rockwall, Texas
LOVE this! It is so easy and I have had no issues with incorrect readings. Jan 10, 2017
- Britney A.
United States of America
This is the best thing I love that it keeps track of the temp for you when your LO is sick. It also creates profiles for each family member. MUST HAVE Dec 12, 2016
- Angelica S.
Colby, Kansas
I was able to try this thermometer through the WeeSpring Parent Panel. The first few temps were hard to register, but after that they took quickly. I love that I can keep track of everyone's temp! Jul 07, 2016
- Nicole H.
Pasadena, Texas
FINALLY a thermometer that works well AND that my kids love! Tracking temperatures and medicine dosages are the huge attraction for me! I received this as a gift from the weeSpring Parent Panel. Jul 02, 2016
- Crystal S.
Columbia Falls, Montana
I received free from WeeSpring Parent Panel love that the kids can pop the bubbles on the screen during the 10sec and the tracking part is awesome! Don't like that you HAVE to have your phone for it. Jun 24, 2016
- Jennifer G.
asheville, North Carolina
I received this product as a gift from the weespring Parent Panel. We love it! My kids love having their temp taking (they like popping the bubbles) and I like having all their info at my fingertips! Jun 24, 2016
- Anne S.
Phoenix, Arizona
I got to try this thermometer as part of the weeSpring Parent Panel. Set up was a breeze and my kiddos love the bubble feature. I love the ability to track each family member and med schedules. Jun 23, 2016
- Katherine M.
United States of America
I got a chance to try this thermometer as part of the weeSpring Parent Panel which was great! Love that you can track temps, but it's a bit harder to use than a forehead thermometer. Jun 17, 2016
- Lee D.
San Francisco, California
Very easy to clean, shows a chart of temperature going higher and lower. Super easy to use on the phone and great on the go! I received this thermometer as a gift from the weeSpring Parent Panel! Jun 17, 2016
- Regina W.
Schaumburg, Illinois
Thanks to the weeSpring Parent Panel for sending me this thermometer!I received this thermometer shortly after being chosen.I LOVE this thermometer!Its simple, easy to use and straight to the point! Jun 13, 2016
- Sarah N.
Seattle, Washington
LOVE this. Lovely, easy interface, super fast read time (key when dealing with sick kids), and the public health nerd in me is excited for the upcoming community/group function. Android-friendly, too! Apr 01, 2015
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- Katie W.
United States of America
Really cool that it logs the temperatures but can be a little finiky sometimes. Nothing worse than a sick baby and having to take temperatures multiple times bc you keep getting an error code! Mar 01, 2024
- Shrouk A.
Clifton, New Jersey
I honestly wish I knew about this product long time ago I don’t know when it was available but I wish I had this 9 years ago with my first born this thermometer has been a life saver Aug 14, 2023
- Danielle B.
Los Angeles, California
Didn’t like that you needed to plug it into the phone - needed an adapter for the iPhone. Too many steps May 29, 2023
This is great for temps and the app is great, however it’s not compatible with newer phones that don’t have headphone jacks Aug 24, 2022
- KP T.
San Pedro, California
I don’t understand why the app is needed to actually read the temperature Jul 20, 2022
- Sabrina M.
United States of America
For some reason it takes SO LONG to read and when we have needed it &it literally has read different temps every 5s increment (97-103) so huge difference esp when you’re concerned about a high fever! Jun 02, 2022
- Jesse L.
St. Marys, Ohio
Really quick readings! Great for squirmy kids. May 04, 2022
- Holly J.
Bellevue, Washington
I could never get this to work. It was annoying Sep 19, 2021
- AJ F.
United States of America
Easy to use and the app includes a running list of your temps to track throughout the night. Great to refer back to if you’re at the doctors or ER. Jul 17, 2021
- Tara T.
Mehoopany, Pennsylvania
Very accurate but a little difficult to set up. Sometimes it does not work Dec 22, 2020
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Q: Does anyone know if future versions will be a forehead/ temporal artery thermometer?
asked by Tracy V. - Apr 03, 2015
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They've said that an Infrared Ear thermometer is coming out soon! But not sure about the forehead/temporal artery thermometer.. (unfortunately, I don't think forehead thermometers are as accurate as oral/rectal ones. wish they were!)
Nita S. - Apr 03, 2015
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