Save $80: You can now pick up the Thermal Master’s P3 Thermal Camera for iPhone and Android for $269, down from its usual $349 price. The discount is available directly from Thermal Master when you use the code THERMCAM10 at checkout.

This handy little camera earned a 9.0 rating from CNET Senior Editor Tyler Lacoma, our expert on home security and smart home tech. He praised its ease of use, effectiveness and customization options; his only negative against it was the price. At this discounted price of $269 instead of the usual $349, that’s much less of an issue.

$269 with code THERMCAM10 (Original price: $349)

Thermal Master P3 thermal camera

This thermal camera has a high-quality design, plugs into your phone effortlessly and supports both iPhones and Android phones. It also has a 25Hz refresh rate and the ability to detect anywhere between -4 degrees and 1,112 degrees Fahrenheit. In his review, Lacoma found it to have effective heat mapping and pinpoint temperature measurement. It can also zoom in and isolate areas for more focused analysis.

In Lacoma’s testing, he found the thermal camera to be effective at detecting hidden cameras, insulation issues, water leaks and more. It has a ton of customization options, too — even a birdwatching mode. It also comes with a secure case for travel or storage. Note, however, that this device does struggle with accuracy near reflective, metallic surfaces.

This useful tool can handle a lot, which makes this a great investment for most people. His final verdict was that “while a phone add-on like this may not be for everyone, I’m confident anyone could use it, with setup taking only minutes and results useful in numerous situations. Pros and more serious amateurs also have access to a wealth of adjustment and custom modes they can use for deeper analysis.”

Prefer a stand-alone thermal camera? You can also use that same code to save 10% on this Thor model from the same brand. Note that you’ll have to apply the code THERMCAM10 at checkout to get the discounted price.

Alternatives you might like

HSFTools’ HF96 thermal camera is a three-in-one device that combines a thermometer, thermal camera and laser pointer tool. It’s currently $166 on Amazon with a Prime-exclusive discount.

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