Children’s thermometers to measure fever before going to school

Classic, front or earphones: what are the best thermometers for children? Which ones to buy to measure fever safely and quickly? Here are some of the most suitable thermometers to measure fever safely, practically and without wasting too much time.

Infrared / remote thermometers

PROS: Forehead infrared thermometers are certainly the most practical and fastest thermometers for measuring children’s fever before going to school or kindergarten or even when they are sleeping. They detect the heat emitted by the human body through an optical pointing system. The measurement can be taken by ear or by contact with the forehead or at a distance of a few centimeters from it.
CONS: This type of thermometers are decidedly less precise than the classic ones and also more expensive even if the price varies a lot from one model to another. Here are some examples:

Idoit Infrared forehead thermometer

This thermometer is the first in number of positive reviews among forehead infrared thermometers. It is a digital thermometer with 3 modes: for adults, for children and babies and for the environment. °C and °F are easily switched.
It measures the temperature at a distance of 3-5cm in 1 second, the display is clear and bright and in three 3 colors, visible even at night, and it can automatically turn off after 15 seconds to save energy. Equipped with an alarm, it is light and portable and suitable for all ages.

Kalaok remote thermometer

Another infrared thermometer suitable for measuring fever in children and the whole family is the Kalaok. It works remotely in one second and is able to detect the temperature not only of people but also of the room or objects such as milk, water and food with a convenient °C / °F switch. It stores the last 35 measurements that you can read comfortably in a backlit display with three different colors depending on the temperature.

Ankovo Forehead infrared thermometer

Ear thermometers

PROS: Ear thermometers are thermometers that measure temperature by sensing the heat released in the inner ear. Using a digital ear thermometer is quite quick and easy. They are quite accurate and it is not necessary to check the clock as after a few seconds an alarm warns that the detection has been made. Furthermore, using these thermometers there is no danger that a child could accidentally break them as could happen with glass ones.
CONS: for hygienic reasons, auricular thermometers need special protective caps which must be changed and therefore purchased separately. Generally the cost is not cheap.
Although they are convenient and quick to use, the temperature taken may not be accurate.

Braun ear thermometer

Among the digital ear thermometers the most widespread is certainly the Braun ThermoScan thermometer which offers good accuracy tags. I have been using it for several years and it has never given me any problems.
It uses a technology that allows you to adjust the temperature according to age and to position the headset in the correct way. The preheated tip eliminates the cold effect in the ear and does not disturb the baby.

Trustown Ear thermometer (and also forehead)

Another handy ear thermometer | to use to take a child’s fever is this one from Trustown. In addition to all the features of an ear thermometer, it also has those of a forehead thermometer (i.e. it can be used both ways).
The infrared thermometer has tricolor temperature alarm function. When the temperature is lower than 37.5°C, the indicator is green. The indicator is orange when the temperature is between 37.5 and 38.0°C. And the indicator turns red when it reaches 38.0°C
Thanks to the advanced infrared technology, the thermometer is accurate and fast. The temperature range is ±0.2°C (±0.4°F). 32 memories keep track of temperature change. Backlit LCD display and automatic shutdown in 12 seconds.

Thermometers for oral, axillary or rectal measurement

PROS: The classic thermometers for measuring fever are those that take the temperature by inserting the thermometer in the mouth, in the armpit or in the rectum (the latter indicated especially for newborns). There are digital ones and classic glass ones with the liquid rising. This type of thermometers are extremely accurate and economical and are good not only for children but for the whole family. for CONS: This type of thermometers needs care and cleaning. It takes little time but it is always good to wash and sanitize them before storing. Glass ones can break.

Femometer digital thermometer

This is a thermometer which is a mix between the digital thermometer and a classic underarm thermometer. In fact, the measurement takes place by placing the thermometer under the armpit and the reading is digital, precise and fast (usually 20 seconds). The memory function with automatic display of the last measured value after switching on, helps to easily track the fever trend. It also works orally and rectally and is suitable for all ages.

Clinical axillary thermometer

Finally, for those who have time and want more precision in measuring fever, they can use an Axillary Ecological Clinical Thermometer tags. It is a common thermometer to be placed under the armpit, with the same shape and functioning as the former mercury thermometers only that it is mercury-free (so if it falls to the ground there is no danger).
It usually took 5 minutes to measure the temperature and it can be discharged immediately after use, when the tip is still hot / warm, through the (very easy) procedure described in the instruction manual.
Even if the temperature measurement takes longer, the underarm thermometer is certainly less expensive than digital thermometers and also a bit more accurate.Where to find it → Underarm thermometer

Here are just some of the thermometers you can use to measure a child’s fever before going to school. Before buying, evaluate the pros and cons and also compare the prices between one model and another. Keeping one of these simple devices in your home medical kit is the best investment you can make in your family’s well-being.