Braun ThermoScan 5 IRT6500 Ear Thermometer
- Response Time: 0.5 seconds
- Upper Temperature Range: 572 °F
- Display Type: Digital
- Outer Material: Plastic
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact, battery powered ear thermometer suited to households that want a faster alternative to an oral probe.
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ASIN: B00MUK6M82Model: IRT6500USCategory: Medical Thermometers
Overview
Braun's IRT6500US belongs to the brand's IRT-prefixed ear thermometer line, a battery powered, white housed unit that weighs well under half a pound.
Ear (infrared) thermometers read temperature from the ear canal rather than needing a probe held under the tongue, which is why the format is often chosen for children or anyone who has trouble holding a thermometer still. The listing here is filed under a supplements category but the title and specs describe a thermometer, not a supplement.
- Digital ear (infrared) thermometer
- Battery powered
- White housing
- Weighs 0.39 lb
Who it's for
Households wanting a quick, non-invasive way to take a temperature, particularly for children. Not for anyone who specifically wants an oral thermometer or a no-contact forehead scanner.
Pros and cons
- Fast ear-based reading format
- Battery powered, no charging cord
- Lightweight and compact
- Simple white housing
- No stated accuracy range or reading time in the data
- Ear thermometers can read inconsistently if not inserted correctly
Performance notes
As an infrared ear thermometer, it reads from the ear canal rather than requiring the several minutes an oral thermometer takes under the tongue. Battery power means no cords, and the 0.39 lb weight keeps it easy to store in a medicine cabinet.
Specifications
| Brand | Braun |
|---|---|
| Model | IRT6500US |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.39 pounds |
| Item Length | 1.5 incheslower than 100% of 22 medical thermometers |
| Immersion Depth | 1 inch |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Upper Temperature Range | 572 °Fhigher than 100% of 26 medical thermometers |
| Age Range Description | Toddler, Adult |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Construction & materials | |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Thermometer |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 Years |
| Other details | |
| Response Time | 0.5 secondslower than 100% of 23 medical thermometers |
| Display Type | Digital |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Number Of Batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. (included) |
| Additional Features | High Accuracy |
| Style Name | Contemporary |
| Product Care Instructions | Wipe Clean |
| Part Number | IRT6500US |
| Specification Met | NIST |
Closest rivals on specs
Vicks V934 Baby Rectal Thermometer- Item Length 1.5 vs 8.1 inches (-81%)
- Item Weight 0.39 vs 0.1 pounds (+290%)
- Immersion Depth 1 vs 2 inches (-50%)
iProvèn DMT-77B Pro Series Ear and Forehead Thermometer- Upper Temperature Range 572 vs 108 °F (+430%)
- Response Time 0.5 vs 1 seconds (-50%)
- Item Length 1.5 vs 7.5 inches (-80%)
Alcedo AE174 Forehead and Ear Thermometer- Upper Temperature Range 572 vs 212 °F (+170%)
- Item Length 1.5 vs 4 inches (-62%)
- Item Weight 0.39 vs 0.3 pounds (+30%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Braun IRT6500US an ear thermometer?
Yes, it belongs to Braun's IRT series of digital infrared ear thermometers.
Does it need batteries?
Yes, it is battery powered per the listing.
How much does the thermometer weigh?
0.39 lb according to the listed specs.