Wireless Thermometer - ET-73, ET-732, Or Something Else ???
 

I don't have the money to pony up for a Stoker and my WSM is pretty good about keeping temps up anyway; so I was thinking of getting a dual thermometer so I am not waking the entire house up when I go out at 2AM to check my temps.

I found the Maverick ET-73 for $30 at Amazon. It's replacement, the ET-732 is $60. The 732 does seem to be a much improved model.

Is it worth it to pay double the price or is there something else out there I am missing?

Thanks in advance everyone. :clap:

Get an ET-732. It will change your life. The connectivity with these transmitters are the real difference maker. The 732 has 300 ft of connectivity, and I've never lost connection through walls. I've owned some cheaper ones that i bought at a box store, and poor connectivity was very frustrating.

Being able to know what's going on in your smoker, and the inside of your meat from where ever in the house is priceless IMHO.

You won't be sorry.

The 732 has greatly improved range, and better probes rated for higher temps. Get the 732, you wont regret it i don't think. I really enjoy mine, as it gives a lot of information. However it won't improve your Q. It will just make cooking it a lot easier, as you wont have to stay right on top of it all the time.

I have the single probe model similar to the 73. Cannot get a signal inside my house. If you get the 73, you'll roll over in the bed & glance at it & think everything is OK. Problem is you lost connection hours ago when the back door closed. Nothing tells you when the signal is lost. I got a 732 several months ago. I have no problem getting a signal inside the house.

I'll third the fact that the range is so much better. My old 73 wouldn't work more than 20ft maybe.....and then there had to be a window in its line of sight :razz:. The 732 has worked great for me. I've killed a few probes, but they will replace them free.

I've only used my ET 732 a few times, but I'm really impressed.

igrill for the iphone or ipod touch.

Intriguing but a lot of bad Amazon reviews. Do you own one of these and if so what do you think about it?

I have the 73 and learned not to trust it! The temp on the transmitter occasionally freezes until I whack it. People seem to like the newer 732 model, so out of those two I guess i would get a 732.

Chris

If it weren't for the bad reviews I would have one already. I usually surf the web on my iPad when smoking anyhow.

Chrid

Another vote for the ET-732. A few notes about my experiences over the last 6 months of use:

- My BBQ probe/wire has a short in it. Sometimes it reads LLL until I move the cord around, then it reads accurately.

- The meat probe reads about 7 degrees hotter than my Thermapen. I just let my butts go to 207 now, because I know my T-pen will read 200.

I just got a 732, used it twice with zero issues. It works as advertised and it works everywhere in my house (with aluminum siding). I was a little concerned over the reviews that said the probes where 'fragile', they appear to be well constructed and should hold up if taken care of properly.

AJ

An ET-732. approx. $59 with free shipping from Amazon. May also be some Brethren who sell them.

I don't own one but the reviews seemed just as bad as the 732 reviews and it seemed like there were more negative reviews at the beginning before the kinks were worked out. It does have a shorter reach than the 732 (200 vs 300 ft).

They seem comparable with the slight edge going to the 732. I was just throwing it out there as an alternate option.

I have a 73. Worked twice then died. Lost confidence in their product.

I must be special. I have used a dual-probe E-73 for about four years. Range is fine at about 75 ft. Never had it freeze. It is within 5 degrees of my thermopen. You can tell if it is receiving because it has a little satellite icon that flashes when it is working. I take extreme care with the probes.

I have an ET-732, it works great.

Bob

Thanks everyone. I ordered the ET-732. For me loss of signal was the deciding factor. It is not much good if it doesn't work. I will by trying it this weekend on couple butts and will update this thread for others who may have this decision in the future.


"You don't win friends with salad!" - Homer Simpson

I think my ET-732 is great. You will really like it.

I really like the range of the ET-732. My probes are off by about 5 degress as well.

+5 or -5?

I know of one :wink: $59.99 and Free Shipping

http://bbqequipmentstore.com/NEW-Mav...732-ET-732.htm

Plus save another 5% with your Brethren Discount :-D

Sorry, I already ordered one but I did see a couple of other things on the site. What does one have to do to get the discount and free shipping?

Use coupon code bbq-brethren2012 at checkout to save 5%.

Free shipping only applies to select products like the 732.

Have had a ET-73 for years without problem - was going to buy the 732 but Amazon selling the 73 for $28.94 w/ free shipping so I got another.

I bought the 73 before I read any reviews because it was $28 shipped. I don't know if I would buy another or not. It does everything I need it to do but I'm worried about it losing signal and locking up.

I have been trying to decide wich way to go as well for use on my UDS. I was all set to order the 732, but I really want an iQ110 too! I just can't afford them both. So I'm thinking, even if you know what the temp of the pit is you still have to go tend it. The iQ110 automates the temp, so it seems like I would be spending the money twice. Are you able to put 2 meat probes?
I have heard some say that their UDS is so predictable that they "know" how to set the intakes and then cook by feel, so some might argue why use any thermometers ...
So given the cost difference between them ($60 for the 732 and $140 for the iQ110) which way would you guys go?
I am willing to pay more for the iQ110 but not after I buy a 732.

Probe therms; Maverick732
 

This is a very good beginning of remote therms., if used,wiped ,carefully re-packged in it's box and removing the batteries each time(i.e.-take care of it-pride) this unit will outlast anyother you can obtain for the price. You could get a Scientific type(high dollar unit) and maybe it would last longer, but I doubt it, my dealer is a fantastic businessman and holds his products high ,if they fail to do your bidding (breaks or is damaged) he'll work with you to right it, the care you take with your equipment determines the quality. This quality...

I had the same struggle and chose to go with the dual thermometer for now. Here are the reasons:

* I wanted a wireless thermometer for my meat temps also.
* I wanted to have something that I could use if I changed smokers or cooked with other people and their smoker.
* I don't have shelter from the rain where I cook. Although I can protect either unit with a ziplock bag or something, I was afraid that the blower motor would get wet.
* I am anal enough to where I probably wouldn't trust it (or at least not for awhile) and would be out there checking it anyway. :crazy:
* I still have the option for a Stoker or Guru which is what I really want anyway. Feel free to send donations. Any amount will work as I am not proud. :clap2:

Someone who has a 732 may know for sure but I don't see why you couldn't use two meat probes.

They are +5

I thought I would update this thread with my opinion since I get such great opinions from everyone here. Give yourself a hand! :clap: :clap: :clap:

I did a couple of pork butts over the weekend and when I first set up the thermometer the temps were +20 degrees from the temp gauge on my WSM. I am not sure why, but as the cook progressed they went to with +5. :mmph: I am not sure why. I took the butts off at 195 expecting to be able to pull them but they weren't cooked that much. I ordered a Thermapen since they are on sale and will hopefully get a better baseline.

The ET-732 was simple to set up and I never lost a connection. Hopefully there was some type of break in period and I will get more consistent temps going forward. For the first time that I can remember my legs are not hurting after a cook from going in and out all the time to check on my cook.

Thanks everyone for all the advice. I am glad I paid the extra money for the ET-732.

I'm all on board with the et-732. It's awesome.

I got one to go with my new WSM! Can't wait til' I get time to try both out!:mmph:

Been reading the Maverick site and see it comes with 2 probes, but can you run both probes at the same time? Looks like dual temps display on receiver, but wanted to ask as appose to assuming.

^^^Yes. One for the temp at the grate and one for the temp of the meat.

And I also don't see why you can't use both for food if you want to. It will always be labeled barbeque on the display and the probe is shorter and not curved. They both perform the same function though.

Had To Return It
 

When I got ready for my second cook with the unit, the food probe showed over 150 degrees when I turned it on and it never moved. Turned off the unit, swapped probes and tried again. The problem moved so it is the probe. That is the biggest drawback mentioned in Amazon reviews also. It was easy to setup and never lost a signal. Shame because the unit is good but I am not going to hassle with replacing probes all the time. :tsk:

You have a warranty call Maverick 1-800-526-0954 they will replace your probe.

You can get a extra food probe and use it for two meats.

Steve, do you know if they make a more durable probe for this unit?

No. The 732 is a upgraded probe from what was used on the ET-73. Probes have been lasting longer since they rated the probes to over 700 degrees. I think that this will always be some sort of a issue no matter what brand thermometer is purchased. They all tend to use a probe of similar construction. The nice thing is that Maverick will warranty their probes.

Also I worked with them to develop the new Hybrid Probe: http://www.bbqequipmentstore.com/Mav...brid-Probe.htm

That will work until it is out of warranty. Then I won't be able to return it and will have to buy 20 dollar probes. That and I have no idea when it will leave me high an dry. I don't need that frustration.


"You don't win friends with salad!" - Homer Simpson

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I really like my 732. :)

Oh and I heard maverick's customer service is top notch.

I will add to this thread as well: I too just purchased the ET-732. I had been using an el' cheapo unit from ikea for my pit temp (ss rib tanker), and another different cheapo for my meat. Upon receiving the Maverick, i boiled a pot of water to compare temps, and even took the dial gauge off of my door. the ikea digital was reading 11 degrees colder than the rest. Used the Maverick last week to cook ribs, and used both probes as pit probes, one for each shelf. Well worth the money!, i even sprung for the 6ft pit probe.
Kudo's to a great product, now i can snooze on the couch in the AC instead of sweatin my butt off outside!

I've been thinking of getting one of these as well, but I'm smoking on a UDS, so I'm kinda curious as to how other get the probes into the drum. Obviously a hole needs to be drilled into the side, but how are you guys sealing the hole? Since I haven't seen the probes, I'm not sure how wide they are, and the website doesn't mention how long the prob cords are, but I assume they're fairly short?

David

Is that from the Maverick?

This is straight from the manual: