What's New
KitchenAid — the Whirlpool-owned brand known for its stand mixers and countertop appliances — has launched the KitchenAid® Smart Thermometer in two configurations: a single-probe model (KTH11BM) and a dual-probe model (KTH12BM).
This marks the brand's first dedicated entry into the smart thermometer category. Whirlpool previously offered a connected thermometer under its now-retired Yummly brand, but the KitchenAid version is positioned as a full product line within the brand's growing small-appliances portfolio.
Key Features and Specs
The thermometer pairs with the free KitchenAid® App over Bluetooth, with a stated range of up to 285 feet through a typical home window. The probe monitors both internal food temperature and ambient cooking-environment temperature simultaneously.
Other specs:
- Battery life: Up to 24 hours on a full charge; 5 hours of use after just 5 minutes of quick-charging
- Waterproofing: Rated for up to 6 hours of submersion; dishwasher-safe
- App features: Step-by-step cooking notifications, Graph View for temperature visualization, save up to 20 favorite cook profiles, built-in timers and alerts
- Range Extender Mode: Remote monitoring via a second internet-connected device, for cooks working further from the grill
- Storage: Magnetic docking base included
- Supported methods: Grilling, roasting, smoking, air frying, and stovetop cooking
Smart features require Wi-Fi, a KitchenAid account, and the free KitchenAid App.
Pricing and Availability
| Model | Configuration | MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| KTH11BM | Single probe | $99.99 |
| KTH12BM | Dual probe | $199.99 |
Both models are available now at KitchenAid.com. No brick-and-mortar retail availability has been announced at launch.
How It Fits the Market
The wireless smart thermometer segment is mature. Meater offers a range of probes from $69 to $269, and ThermoWorks — known among serious cooks for accuracy — sells its Signals 4-channel thermometer for around $229. KitchenAid's pricing lands in the middle of the market.
The brand's main differentiator is ecosystem integration: users already in the KitchenAid App can consolidate their recipes, appliance controls, and temperature tracking in one place. For cooks without an existing smart thermometer, the brand's reputation and the familiar app may lower the friction of adoption.
Why This Matters
Overcooking a steak or undercooking chicken are among the most common and frustrating kitchen mistakes for home cooks. Wireless probe thermometers have addressed this for years, but they've largely remained niche products associated with outdoor grilling enthusiasts or tech-forward cooks.
KitchenAid's entry into this category — backed by the brand recognition of one of the most trusted names in home kitchens — may bring smart thermometers to a broader mainstream audience. The app-guided approach, with step-by-step alerts telling you when to flip or rest a protein, is specifically aimed at cooks who want precision without having to manage the thermometer themselves. For anyone who routinely cooks proteins on the stovetop, in an oven, or on a grill, this is a practical tool with a credible backer.
Conclusion
KitchenAid's Smart Thermometer is a well-timed entry into a growing product category. At $99.99 for the single-probe version, it is priced to compete and backed by an app ecosystem that many home cooks already use. The dual-probe model at $199.99 is suited to those cooking multiple proteins or larger cuts. Whether it can challenge Meater's market share will depend on app quality and probe accuracy — neither of which can be verified until hands-on testing is available.