The Thermal Master P3 is incredibly easy to use for spotting problems at home or away. / Tyler Lacoma/CNET Art Thermal Master P3 9.0 $279 at Amazon Pros & Cons A simple add-on that plugs into a phone and works within a couple of minutes
Supports iPhones and Android phones
Effective heat mapping and pinpoint temperature measurement
Can zoom in and isolate areas for more focused analysis
Effective at detecting hidden cameras, insulation issues, water leaks and more in my tests
Comes with its own secure case for traveling
High-quality design
Tons of customization options, even a birdwatching mode Expensive
Struggles with accuracy near reflective, metallic surfaces
Thermal imaging once belonged to the professionals and pricey equipment only. Now, a new type of device allows anyone to access surprisingly advanced thermal imaging directly on their phone. I tested out one of the latest models, the Thermal Master P3, and came away amazed at how much it can do, both around the home and on vacation.
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