Before buying a thermometer, it helps to understand the pros and cons of each type. There are three to choose from: oral, ear ...

That’s why having a good thermometer that provides accurate readings is key. While inexpensive oral/rectal thermometers abound, in-ear and forehead thermometers—a popular choice especially ...

The reading was 97.9F. After that, we tried the clinic's ear thermometer which read 98.2F. Last up, the one we're used to seeing at the doctor's office, the oral thermometer which read 97.7F.