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(based on 43 ratings)
Model Number: 560383
Located in: Electronics, Kitchen Electrics, Meat Thermometers
Take the guesswork out of grilling meat, poultry and more— grill to perfection every time. The Always Perfect™ Chef's Fork combines digital temperature tracking and a color-changing backlight with push-button ease. Built-in thermometer measures food temperature and doneness based on USDA-approved temperatures. Features settings for nine types of food. Two-minute auto shutoff. Uses 4 AAA batteries (not included).
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
(based on 43 reviews)
98% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Accurate readings (39), Visible display (37), Features/settings (30), Moveable (14)
Best Uses:
Grilling (7), Cooking (3)
Describe Yourself:
Practical (38), Bargain hunter (15), Stylish (7), High-end shopper (5)
 
Great Gift
By LizVerified Reviewer from Syracuse, UT on 5/30/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
GrillingCooking
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This made a great gift for my father-in-law. He wanted one so that he wouldn't always have to cut open the meat to check it. It also helps for grilling in the dark. It can also be used inside for food coming out of the oven. Will be ordering more! [...]

 
Good product worth the money
By DesopVerified Reviewer from Columbia on 5/30/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Cons:
Settings Stick
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

works with all the meats. Once in a while the readings stick and you hae to wait for it to shut down. Needs a manual shut off. can't wait the two minutes when the meat is slimost done when it sticks.

 
Works exactly as advertised.
By TessVerified Reviewer from Moses Lake, WA on 5/30/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My husband uses it everytime we grill.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Overall, pretty good!
By ShellyVerified Reviewer from Srawberry Point, IA on 5/19/2008
Pros:
Visible Display
Cons:
Bulky
Best Uses:
Grilling
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I've always wanted one of these and finally splurged and got myself one. The prongs that you stick into the meat are so big that I felt like I was leaving gaping holes and it is bulky to store in a drawer but other than that, it works great. I like that it has settings for the different types of meat and it has an automatic shut off and remembers what you used it for last. For the money, it's quite high end.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
"The name tells it all"
By JulieVerified Reviewer from Marshfield Mo. on 5/12/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this Chef's Fork especially for my husband when grilling, so he could get the meat cooked to the right temp. and not under or over cooked. It works so well we have bought our sons one too. This is an AWESOME product everyone would love to have.

 
Love This Fork
By ksewsVerified Reviewer from Ohio on 5/9/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This fork really does take the guesswork out when grilling.

 
Purchased after using a friend's
By Grill KingVerified Reviewer from Wantagh, NY on 5/7/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Works as advertised!

 
For perfectly grilled food every time
By Falk25Verified Reviewer from Brick, NJ on 4/4/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Become a grill master
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This product ensures that everyone who wants their burger cooked a specific way will not be disappointed. Also this product will make sure pork and chicken are cooked to their proper temperature.

 
Finally! A grilling fork that works!
By MollieVerified Reviewer from Cincinnati on 3/14/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Lighted Color Code, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Grilling meats
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, High-End Shopper, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I really like the "reading" area that lights, very easy to read, and it seems pretty accurate so far. There's a bar that goes up with the level of doneness. This is the 3rd different one that I've bought (other stores), and FINALLY found a keeper! LOVE IT!

 
Takes the guess work out of cooking meat
By Happy in the KitchenVerified Reviewer from Tallahassee, FL on 3/14/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Kitchen and grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Easy to use and read, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure it out and then remember how to use it. It is also accurate for the temperature of the meat.

 
Perfect Meal Every Time!
By BubbaVerified Reviewer from Lemont, IL on 2/23/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Barbeque
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love my steaks med/rare. This device ensures I have my stead exactly the way I enjoy it!

 
No more questions!
By LindaVerified Reviewer from Wilmington, NC on 2/9/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Grill stove cooking
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Finicky, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Takes the guesswork out of grilling, especially with poultry.

 
Great Product!
By RGVerified Reviewer from Peculiar, MO on 1/15/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Cons:
Haven't found any
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this for my husband for Christmas, he has already used it several times and is very pleased, it works great!!

 
Takes guesswork out of grilling
By SteveVerified Reviewer from Elkton, MD on 1/15/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Cons:
Wait time for reset
Best Uses:
Indooroutdoor grilling
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Product was gift. Have older version that I have used often and am looking to upgrade. I like the features on the newer model

 
Always Perfect Chef's Fork
By MomVerified Reviewer from Tennessee on 1/14/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Perfect grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Just as the title says.....grilling is always perfect with the use of the digital meat thermometer.

 
Really Works
By NetVerified Reviewer from Chicago, IL on 1/13/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Thick Meat
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Quality Shopper, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I purchased the Digital Fork Meat Thermometer for the summer; however, it was used during the holiday season. Results were more than expected, in that indication was given that the meat (turkey and ham) was done and it was correct. This is a wonderful instrument for people who like their meat well done. This way you won't have to constantly "poke" the meat to determine if it is "done" to your satisfaction.

 
Bought as a gift for my husband
By meVerified Reviewer from Winchester, CA on 1/13/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Cons:
None yet
Best Uses:
Meat thermometer
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Give accurate readings. Used it on Christmas day on our standing rib roast!

 
Always Perfect really is always perfect
By DodlesVerified Reviewer from Raleigh, NC on 1/13/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Easy to use and is "always perfect"

 
I would buy this again..........
By Maggie the shopperVerified Reviewer from Columbiana, Ohio on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I gave this to my husband for Christmas, He was thrilled and used it on our very large beef sirloin roast for our Christmas dinner. The roast got done much quicker than it was suppose to, the fork told us and saved our Christmas dinner for our family. He finds it is so easy to read and use. Would buy again....................and highly recommend.

 
The best meat thermometer I've ever had
By Marty the chiefVerified Reviewer from Windsor,CA on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This thermometer is easy to use, easy to read and works wonderful!

 
Gadgets are Great!
By NanaVerified Reviewer from Houston, Tx on 1/11/2008
Pros:
Features/Settings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Grilling
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought three of these for Christmas presents. They were given to young couples that grill out
often. The thermometers were well received and one
of the older relatives already had one that he purchased from Brookstone and highly recommended it. He was able to give them "on hands" details.

 
ALWAYS PERFECT
By DAVEVerified Reviewer from COLLINSVILLE,VA on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Cons:
No cons
Best Uses:
cooking
Describe Yourself:
High-End Shopper, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

EASIEST TO USE GRILLING DEVICE YOU WILL EVER PURSHASE, ACCURATE-A-MUST HAVE.

 
great gift for son in law
By gramVerified Reviewer from texas and new york city on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Winter bbq
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, personal gift shopper, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great holiday gift.[...]

 
Brookstone Review
By Dave the grill chefVerified Reviewer from Ohio on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable
Cons:
Difficult to Read
Best Uses:
cooking
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

grilling

 
dad loved it, want one for myself!
By OUTDOOR CHEFVerified Reviewer from H.B., CA on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, WORKS WELL
Best Uses:
PERFECT FOR BACKYARD BBQ'
Describe Yourself:
LOVES GADGETS, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

EVERY CHEF SHOULD HAVE ONE!

 
Now I can cook the perfect steak!
By MOHVerified Reviewer from Mifflinburg PA on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This fork works great for grilling or doing something in the oven. So glad I brought this. THis was gift for my husband, but I have used it many times and find it to be a great help.

 
love it!
By MBEVerified Reviewer from Charlotte, NC on 1/3/2008
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Use inside or outside, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Checking the turkey
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

So far, I've only used this in the kitchen, but am looking forward to perfect steaks this summer! (It worked great on a pork roast!)

 
My Daughter had one and they work great.
By Over the Hill BillVerified Reviewer from Bloomington, IN on 12/24/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Grilling, Oven Roasting
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I used my daughter's and wanted one for our house.

 
Easy to use
By reneeVerified Reviewer from palm springs ca on 12/23/2007
Pros:
Features/Settings
Best Uses:
Grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Easy to use grill thermometer, easy to clean.

 
Perfect Meat!
By Patio CookersVerified Reviewer from The Woodlands, Texas on 12/19/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Barbque
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great for the barbque....relieves guessing on stages of doneness!

 
This product make grilling a 'breeze'
By The RealtorVerified Reviewer from Cataula, GA on 10/30/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, High-End Shopper, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

We use this product every time we grill or cook any kind of meat.

 
Grill master's friend
By iPod loverVerified Reviewer from portland, ME on 10/25/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Backyard grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Takes the guess work out of grilling

 
I wish I Had Found this years ago
By DaveVerified Reviewer from Hendersonville, NC 28739 on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use this fork mostly on the grill, but also when i'm frying on the stove

 
a good quality product
By The chefVerified Reviewer from Cohoes, NY on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This digital meat thermometer meets all the advertised uses. It's easy to use, accurate, easy to clean and takes the guesswork out of whether your barbecue is done.

 
A Great Gadget!
By Debbie the well done meat loverVerified Reviewer from Elgin, IL on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Barbeque
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My husband used to serve me pink chicken but now everything he grills me is done to perfection! This purchase has been so very much used and appreciated!

 
For the perfect steak
By H. B.Verified Reviewer from Roanoke, VA on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Features/Settings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
Grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is the best we have tried, but sometimes meat isn't quite up to the done/well done/medium readings that fork indicates it is

 
the product is worth the $ amount I spen
By danVerified Reviewer from alvada, ohio on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
cooking
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I would reccomend this product to anybody that cooks outdoors.

 
Nice but wouldn't buy again
By BethVerified Reviewer from Easton, MA on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings
Best Uses:
Steaks
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

gives a fairly accurate reading

 
Chef's Fork
By CarolVerified Reviewer from Fort Morgan, CO on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings
Cons:
Difficult to Read
Best Uses:
Steaks
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It's great for kooking steaks to perfection

 
Great Fork
By KrisVerified Reviewer from LI, NY on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Best Uses:
BBQing
Describe Yourself:
Bargain Hunter, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This makes a great gift for anyone especially with the growing concerns for food safety. great product.

 
I Like It
By Red ManVerified Reviewer from Nor-Cal on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Visible Display
Best Uses:
BBQ
Describe Yourself:
High-End Shopper
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It works great on the BBQ arena but I must confess it's so accurate I've used it to measure my hot tub temps.

 
LOVE THIS THERMOMETER
By Mechelle_20Verified Reviewer from Stanhope, NJ on 10/22/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Moveable, Visible Display
Best Uses:
COOKINGGRILLING
Describe Yourself:
High-End Shopper, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Love this digital thermometer. I have always wanted a reliable thermometer for grilling because as a busy mother I often forget how long an item is on the grill and whether it is done because I forget to set a timer...this takes the guess work out of it. Highly recommend it!

 
excellent
By Big Hec from Miami, fl on 10/2/2007
Pros:
Accurate Readings, Features/Settings, Quality materials, Visible Display
Cons:
Slow reading time
Best Uses:
Grilling
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

great display that changes colors depending on temp and "doneness" of the meat. Especially great for grilling at night. Long handle keeps your hand away from the heat, and the plastic is of good heat resistant quality. High quality, looks nice and keeps your food coming out perfect.
con:
the temp read is a little slower than other thermometers i've used (by a few seconds), but since your hand is so far from the flames, it doesnt matter.

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