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Brand guide

Meat Thermometers by Heston Blumenthal and Salter

The compact 544A suits quick spot checks; the longer 557 is aimed at indoor and outdoor use; the 540A is the more involved leave-in cooking system.

GGearjury editorial team · Updated 15 October 2026· 5 min
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Brand overview

The meat thermometer Heston Blumenthal range is made under the Heston Blumenthal Precision by Salter name. Model numbers matter here: the 544A and 557 are handheld instant-read designs, while the older 540A uses separate food and oven sensing for more elaborate cooking tasks. Australian availability may differ from Salter's home market.

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Heston Blumenthal by Salter 544A Digital Meat ThermometerOfficial manufacturer imageHeston Blumenthal by Salter 544A Digital Meat ThermometerHeston Blumenthal by Salter 557 Precision Meat ThermometerOfficial manufacturer imageHeston Blumenthal by Salter 557 Precision Meat ThermometerHeston Blumenthal by Salter 540A 5-in-1 Digital Cooking ThermometerOfficial manufacturer imageHeston Blumenthal by Salter 540A 5-in-1 Digital Cooking Thermometer
Model544A557540A
FormatHandheld instant-readLong-probe instant-readCabled multi-purpose unit
Published range-45–200°C-45–200°C—
Water resistanceIPX5 stated on current product FAQIPX5—
Leave-in cookingNoNoYes, as instructed
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