HIKMICRO B10 256 x 192 IR Resolution Thermal Imaging Camera with 2MP Visual Camera, Full Screen Measurement, 25 Hz Refresh Rate Handheld Thermal Camera with 3.2" LCD Screen, IP54, -20 °C ~550 °C

Spent a lot of time thinking I'd 'buy the best' and go for a Flir infrared imaging camera but was put off by the slow update speed (9fps, something to do with USA export restrictions) and the painfully high prices. While trawling the internet for reviews (as you do), Hikmicro was mentioned as a worthy manufacturer so I looked at their range. I chose this model because of the fast update speed (25fps) and its IR resolution. I would have liked WiFi connectivity but I didn't want to pay the extra £200 for the B20. I was very impressed by the build quality and the professional feel of the unit. It works fine as expected and with the extensive warranty I feel that I have invested in a useful test instrument. The only thing I would have liked is a proper carrying case (ie not just a pouch, something that holds the power supply and lead as well) but the box it comes in is quite sturdy and will serve well for the time being.

I’m no expert in this but it works well to assess if/where the house is loosing heat.

I use many devices every day, this camera meets my requirements, it is precise, fast and easy to use. Very good price-performance ratio. Good support from the manufacturer, the first one turned out to be factory defective, I received a new and functional one quickly and efficiently. I am very satisfied, I highly recommend a good purchase.

It’s an ok, bit of tech but only as look and see. To get accurate readings we had to fully expose pipes to make accurate assessment. Very basic but good -; if you only need a vague idea what’s going on thermally.

Whilst i haven't used it for anything important yet, the ease of use and quality feel of the item is excellent. The sensitivity is incredible, allowing me to "see my footprints" after walking on carpet! I'm looking forward to use it on something important like PCB repair or insulation!

Clear images, multiple ranges and settings to choose from and approximately 75% cheaper than a well known leading brand. Maybe instructions could be made easier to understand.

Don’t use it much but I love gadgets and wanted something like this for a long time. It’s fun watching the central heating warm up in the winter. It’s just fun watching temperature of anything change. I haven’t tested the accuracy as I don’t really need to.

Actually quite disappointed with this. I have a FLIR 1, which plugs into your iphone. It gave a great picture, but the battery just did not last. So few years later, I got this. You would have thought that technology would make it much better than the flir, but it just seems the tech in the FLIR 1 is much better than the stand alone thermal camera. Plus there is no way to export the pictures to your iphone, it has to go via the USB. Very disappointed with this.