Each year, shoppers scramble to buy this smart device that can save Thanksgiving dinner

Now that the Halloween candy craze is over, you might be thinking of the next thing on the menu.Thanksgiving is less than a month away, and chances are you’re already cooking up plans for how to prepare the star of the show — the turkey.It’s a dedicated and very fine art: getting that golden roast while ensuring it’s cooked all the way through to perfection.Fortunately, there are some smart appliances and kitchen devices that make the task a bit easier; the smart thermometer from CHEF iQ included.

According to the brand, more than 10,000 turkeys were cooked using its wireless meat thermometer last year, and for several good reasons.This simple device features multiple internal sensors and connects to your phone via the CHEF iQ app, allowing you to monitor your turkey’s progress from the comfort of your couch.In translation: you could be kicking your feet up watching football while the CHEF iQ thermometer babysits your bird, offering temperature updates, estimated cook times and flip remindersBut there’s a catch.

According to DoorDash’s 2025 Thanksgiving data, last-minute purchases of meat thermometers surged 3,000% compared to a typical November day.Savvy shoppers may want to consider stocking up before the holiday rush begins.And while you’re at it, CHEF iQ offers plenty of other devices that can help make holiday meal prep a breeze.

From a versatile yet powerful mini oven to a convenient IQ Cooker, there are plenty of smart kitchen tools to help bring all your holiday culinary creations to life.The iQ Sense Thermometer features a wireless design that delivers real-time cooking guidance to help you prepare everything from turkey to everyday meals to perfection.With impressive heat resistance of up to 1,000 degrees, it works with ovens, stovetops, grills, smokers and more.The thermometer is equipped with five independent sensors, providing real-time temperature updates, estimated cooking times and helpful flip reminders, all sent straight to your...