Works well - readings are pretty accurate - we are commenting this on the basis that we tested two other thermometers (different brands) at the same time and they all had readings within 0.1/0.2 degrees range. Easy to use and read. Comfortable in hand. Haven't had a need to change battery yet (have had this for 4-5 months now), but of course it's an occasional use item.

Easy to use. Battery life is very good. Like the different options.

very easy to use, we check ourselves everyday.seems to be pretty accurate, we never vary plus or minus 1 degree.we've even used it when cooking which has been very helpful.it very easy to change modes. very light weight.easy to read screen, big numbers.would definitely recommend.

-Simple to use 1-touch operation -Contactless infrared technology allows you to aim at forehead (from 1/2"-to-2" away) to obtain temp. -No-contact operation reduces need to clean/sanitize device or worry about spreading bacteria vs. oral thermometers. -Clear easy-to-read LCD screen offers 3 simple readouts: normal, low-grade, & high-fever alert w/3-color backlight high-fever alarm -Produces both Fahrenheit & Celsius degree options in ~2 secs. -Originally-supplied batteries didn't last long; so, I replaced them w/a pair of Duracell Alkaline AAA's. -I tested this against my 2 older oral thermometers--an old-fashioned straw-type (filled w/red alcohol, not mercury) & a somewhat newer, but still previous generation digital stick-type. The HoMedics contactless thermometer gave consistently accurate readings. For anyone who doesn't get accurate readings, there are troubleshooting steps in the instruction manual & a toll-free customer service phone # & email address for help w/calibration questions. But the device is supposed to be accurate, right out of the box, based on factory settings, which was the case w/my unit.

I am so happy we switched to this thermometer for our daily temperature checks that are required for school. It was so hard to get a consistent and accurate reading on our old temporal thermometer, but this one is consistent and immediate. I highly recommend this thermometer. The beep signal for a completed reading can be turned off, but it is helpful to hear when the reading is finished. It only takes a couple of seconds to measure. I will be buying one of these for my new baby gifts for friends from now on! It was a little pricier than our temporal one, but I was happy to pay a bit more for the ease of use.