As Halloween concludes, consumers are turning their attention to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, with a particular focus on perfecting the centerpiece meal: the turkey. Smart kitchen devices, especially meat thermometers, are seeing a significant spike in demand. Last year, over 10,000 turkeys were cooked using the CHEF iQ wireless smart thermometer, according to the brand.
This device connects to a smartphone via the CHEF iQ app, allowing users to monitor their turkey's temperature remotely. It provides updates on temperature, estimates cooking times, and offers reminders to flip the bird, enabling cooks to relax or enjoy other activities. The CHEF iQ thermometer can withstand temperatures up to 1,000 degrees and is suitable for use with ovens, stovetops, grills, and smokers.
Data from DoorDash indicates that last-minute purchases of meat thermometers surged by 3,000% compared to an average November day in 2025, highlighting the holiday rush for these gadgets. This trend suggests that shoppers looking to secure a smart thermometer might want to do so before the peak holiday demand begins.
Beyond thermometers, CHEF iQ offers other smart kitchen appliances designed to aid in holiday meal preparation. These include the CHEF iQ Cooker, a versatile appliance with multiple cooking settings such as slow cooking, steaming, searing, and sautéing, and the CHEF iQ MiniOven, a compact yet powerful oven suitable for smaller spaces that can reach temperatures up to 500 degrees. Both appliances are supported by the CHEF iQ app, which features a library of video-guided recipes and cooking presets.