Two weeks ago I have this infrared thermometer. I chose to compensate for the fact that I did not have a kitchen thermometer to check the temperature in a pan, for example. It suits me perfectly, and have chosen this one allows me to other uses (with a kitchen thermometer I would have been limited to my pots and my oven). It has found its way into the pot to the kitchen pencil, so it is always close to hand, Indeed, there is no instruction in French, which may not be very practical. But to use it, just press "C / ° F" to choose C ° Celsius, and then press the button is held "Meas" and is released for the last recorded temperature on the screen while you see the word "hold" flash. Ultimately, very easy to understand its operation. Batteries are supplied, so not to worry about that either! In conclusion, no problem, and happy with my choice!