It's that time of year again, as school is back in session and the weather worsens, colds and flu are sure to be going around. And, especially in the wake of Covid, ensuring your family's health is more important than ever. One sure-fire way of keeping a closer eye on your loved ones' symptoms is checking their temperature, to ensure they don't have a fever.
And while in-the-mouth thermometers are all well and good, and using the back of your hand gives a rough idea, a no-touch thermometer can be a game-changer for getting accurate temperature readings while preventing the spread of any nasty bugs - and right now, you can grab this "handy" gadget for less, as it lands on this Amazon flash sale.
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Amazon)Offering results in a matter of seconds, without the need for contact, this no-touch thermometer is currently sporting a nifty 30% discount, bringing the price down to a budget-friendly £13.99.
Providing accurate readings in both Fahrenheit or Celsius, this efficient gadget can help give you reassurance when your child is ill or let you keep an eye on symptoms without any stress.
With a three-colour LED display, checking temperatures has never been easier, so it's even ideal for a child to use themselves - the screen will show either green, amber or red depending on the readin. And scoring bonus points with parents, this must-buy even has a silent mode, so if you're unwell relative has just dosed off, you don't have to worry about waking them with any needless beeping.
And, this affordable device also stores up to 35 past readings, so you can easily keep an eye on temperature changes over time. All you need to operate this gem is two AAA batteries, and you're good to go. With it's easy-to-use controls, it's just a case of holding it to a forehead and pressing the button.
Shoppers have been leaving their thrilled reviews on this Amazon top-pick. One 5-star review writes: "This is an excellent quality product that offers great value, as it even includes batteries. It’s user-friendly, accurate, and provides fast readings. With a long battery life, it’s easy to store and fits conveniently into a small bag for travel."
Another customer beams: "This is a great thermometer, I have used it quite a few times to check body temperature when feeling unwell. The touchless feature is fantastic as it makes it hygienic and reduces the risk of spreading germs. It gives accurate readings within seconds. Very easy to use with simple buttons and a clear display. The added feature of room and object temperature measurement is good as well. You can check the temperature of any object to see if it is overheating. Definitely great value for money."
A third shopper exclaims: "I needed this as I have Multiple Sclerosis and sometimes I'm hot or cold and I wanted to check my temperature as I wasn't feeling well. I also have children and this will come in very handy in the winter months. Accuracy I very good as I tried it on myself and my temperature was 34. It was right as I felt cold. On my daughter 36 which is normal. I would recommend this."
If this sounds like the type of essential you need to hand this colder season, I'd hurry over to Amazon to grab the best-seller, while it's still on sale for 30% less.
Or, for those who don't mind the price tag, Boots has a no-touch thermometer on sale for £29.99, which is a saving of £20. Or, take a peek at this no-touch temperature reader from Lookfantastic, on sale for £29.95.