Vicks SpeedRead Digital Thermometer [V912US] 1 Each Digital Thermometer for Kids or Adults, for Rectal, Oral or Underarm Use, Color Coded Digital Display Indicates Fever

The only thermometer I will buy for my impatient babies and little ones! Reads very quickly. Never have any issues. My first one I had for 4 years and battery finally died (it got a ton of use), battery is replaceable!

I had registered for this thermometer and received it through another website. I wanted to get another thermometer because I have heard that the ones that come with the baby health kits aren't very good. So far its working as expected. We've tried it both under the arm and rectally and have gotten consistent readings. I like how fast the reading takes (works well with a squirmy baby) and I like the color coding (green, yellow, and red).I am able to review this on Amazon because I purchased another one for my sister after she registered for it on her Amazon Baby Registry. I was surprised when I saw that the thermometer got such bad reviews here. I saw that most of the bad reviews had to do with the battery life (thanks reviewers) so I took tips off the other reviews and bought back up batteries for my sister and myself. I bought CR1225 Renata Watch Batteries as recommended by a vendor for all Vicks thermometers. I was looking at the Energizer batteries, read the bad reviews regarding using them on Vicks thermometers and saw the response from one of the vendors and their recommendations to use the Renata ones.I haven't had to use any back up batteries yet but have only been using it for about 4 months now (saw that the batteries died for some around 6 months). I have used it probably around 10 times in the 4 months though. If my opinion on this thermometer changes the longer I use it, I'll update this review. But so far, I've had no problems with it.

This thermometer is so easy. Reads temp fast and that makes it also great to use on my grandchildren too. Accurate readings done quickly.

Had one before so decided to get a new one.

I have been through 3 other digital thermometers that claim to be fast reliable and accurate. This is the only one that truly meets those qualifications - and Mom's need that in a pinch when there child is showing signs of a fever. It truly takes 10 seconds or less! I tried the Bd Digital Thermometer and it took SUPER long, not good for children and even too long for myself (1 1/2 - 2 minutes at least). The Vicks also has smooth, firm tip so its great for anal use on babies. Thank you Vicks!

It is easy to use, inexpensive and sturdy.

sound is not loud enough...

This is a great thermometer with the temp showing in very large numbers. Works well with no problems