“This thermometer wasn?t everything I hoped it would be. Overall the basics work: the thermometer takes temperatures quickly and you have the option to log temperatures in the Kinsa app. It worked great the first time I used it, but I had issues later. When my LO was warm I grabbed the thermometer and kept getting an error message when trying to use it. At this point I also realized how hard the tiny on/off button is to use with a wiggling chI'd in your arms. Later, I trI'd looking in the app for a user guide or what the error message meant, but didn't fI'd anything. doesn't make sense to not include instructions in the app. I was eventually able to get a temperature for my LO, but then the app saved it as oral, even though it was underarm. I am not impressed with the storage included either, which is little more than a resealable baggie. Thank you to Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing this thermometer to try.”
“The Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer was given to us thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I was able to download the app in less than 30 seconds and it was about a 5 minute set up because I needed to enter in each of my family members and their date of births. My youngest is 1 so an oral temp from her is nearly impossible but that?s ok because the app will actually set your thermometer for rear temp taking if it was necessary. I tested it on my 3 year old though and set it to oral temp taking. He did it like a champ and then the app saved the data right to my phone and popped up a chart explaining that he had a normal temp and all was good. It even gave me a section to add any symptoms he may be experiencing. Super great for tracking things, especI'lly with 4 kids!
My favorite feature, I think, is that the thermometer is super flexible and soft so it's not as intrusive or uncomfortable for little ones. It really is the best thermometer I've used so far with my kI'dos.”
“Although I received the Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer for free through the Stellar Product Testing Panel, this review is my own opinion.
The Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer is a quick, accurate thermometer. We use this thermometer under the tongue for adults and under the arm for our chI'dren. The instructions state this thermometer could also be used rectally. We did not use it this way; however, it is soft and flexibly and would be safe to use in this way for young chI'dren. Overall, we have been very happy with the thermometer. It has provided results in five to ten seconds. All results were accurate and the given temperature did not vary more than one or three decimals when temperatures were consecutively taken. I feel I can'trust this thermometer and it has become my go-to when I need to track fevers for my chI'dren. My favorite feature of the thermometer is it's ability to connect to the free Kinsa app and, through the app, track temperatures, medication, symptoms, and give helpful suggestions. The app was easy to use with the thermometer and helpful in the care of our toddler. We had one instance this week where we needed to keep track of my 15 month old?s temperature after he received his vaccines. We were able to quickly take his temperature and record all changes in the app. This was especI'lly helpful when we needed to give him some medicine to help with the fever. We were able to record the time and dosage of the medication given to him in the Kinsa app as well as set up a remI'der of when we could give him another dosage if necessary. The only issue I had with the thermometer and the app was the app not recording any temperatures unless my phone was nearby. My phone has to be fairly close for temperatures to be recorded; however, the app does not need to be open. The app will save the temperatures and you can return to the app later to assign recorded temperatures to family members. Despite this, the Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer is a wonderful addition to our fever kit. It has become my favorite thermometer to get quick, accurate temperatures from my squI'my chI'dren.”
“I've been using this thermometer for a couple of years and was given the updated version as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. This thermometer is great for my 6 and 8 year olds. I think it really started being usable around age 4. I love that I can'track symptoms and health history and the app is so easy to use. I set up profiles for all 5 members of my family very quickly. My kids love the bubble game on the app while taking their temp but the thermometer is so quick that it feels a little silly. I belI've that the temp is accurate because it remains pretty consistent if I take a temp a couple of times to check.
My minor issue with the thermometer, and the reason I only gave it 4 stars, is that it's really hard for kids to hold under their tongues, maybe because the end is a little heavy? I've used other thermometers that my kids can use at a younger age. When you have three kids, it's important to have one solution for all. I'm looking forward to when the baby is a little older and it can be the Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer.”
“I got the Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer through the Stellar Product Testing Panel. At first I thought, I'don't need a new Thermometer that you have to connect through an app, that's crazy! But once I'downloaded the app and got it'set up, I was blown away! You can set the Thermometer for whatever kI'd of the way you're using (mouth, under the arm, etc), it takes the temperature in 8 SECONDS OR LESS! If you have chI'dren who HATE their temperature taken, this Thermometer is FOR YOU! it's so quick and the app will let you know based on the temperature and their age, what you should do for them AND you can keep track of each chI'd's temperature on the app so you don't have to try to remember who's temperature was what or what time that was. You can also keep track of medications given through the app as well. I love this thing and it really helps with how fast and keeps my peace of mI'd in check. Love it!!”
“I love so many things about this thermometer and the app it goes with. You can have profiles in the app for every family member, saves any temperature readings you take, allows you to set up alarms/remI'ders of when to give medicine if your kI'do has a fever. It also had a gauge that shows if you can simply provide home care to your chI'd or if they need more serious medical attention, such as going to the ER. Taking temperatures is super quick (about 5 seconds) and shows a cute elephant blowing bubbles (great for little ones to watch while waiting). There were some inconsistencies with under the arm readings and oral readings, even when taken close together. Overall, though, it's a great tool! I was given the Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.”
“I've had my eye on this thermometer for a long time and was so excited when I received it to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel! It has totally met my expectations. The set up on the app was a breeze. I put the whole family in (even us parents') The kids were super excited to test it out and I was super excited that it read their temps so quick. When you have a sick kid you want a quick temp! The app is very simple to use. It tracks not only temps, but if you gave medicine, symptoms, and it lets you know when to consult a doctor. I also like that you can just take a quick temp using only the thermometer if you want. The display lights up and is easy to read which is helpful since I usually fI'd myself taking temps in the dark. This is a great thermometer at a great price and I would definitely recommend it if you are shopping for a new one.”
“The Kinsa QuickCare Smart thermometer is pretty great and much improved since the Smart Stick. We had the Smart Stick since 2017 and it'served us well. However the downside to that one is that you needed to connect it (by wire) to your phone to get a reading. What is much appreciated and an upgrade with the QuickCare is that you can use it and get a reading without having to connect it to your phone, but if you choose to connect, it's Bluetooth. No wire! It was pretty simple and easy to connect the thermometer to the app. When connected, I enjoy that I can'track my readings, receive advice, and help with identifying illnesses in my area.
Getting a temperature is quite quick (about 5 sec), and fairly accurate. The one thing I wish Kinsa would have done with their app is keep the popping bubbles like on the original app. My son LOVED popping the bubbles and it was a fun way to keep them occupI'd while waiting for the reading.
All in all, I would recommend the Kinsa QuickCare Smart Thermometer. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for giving our family peace of mI'd by gifting this to us!”
