INKBIRDPLUS 1800W Heat Mat Thermostat Temperature Controller 120v 15A F and C Heating Cooling Control

I have been using this INKBIRDPLUS thermostat to control the temp in my garage homebrew lagering/cold crashing fridge, and it’s been rock solid. It’s super easy to set up—just plugged it in, dialed in my temp range, and it’s been keeping my fridge right on target ever since.The probe is long enough to reach in the fridge -exactly where I need it, and the unit switches the fridge on and off smoothly to maintain perfect temps. I also love that it keeps the settings even if the power blips. If you’re fermenting with temp control, this little controller is a must. Great value for the money!!!

This does what I need it to do, which is basically turning a freezer into a refrigerator. For my use, I only need to set temperature and cycle time (to keep from damaging the compressor by turning it on and off to frequently). I don't need the timer functions, so I won't comment on them, but I have it set to maintain temperature between 37.5 and 38.5 degrees F and it's working perfectly so far. Although the instructions are rather confusing (I hear they're working on that), operation was actually quite simple once I figured out how to switch from Celsius to Fahrenheit.Unlike the ITC-308 or ITC-312, this will only control one device. So it can heat or cool but not both. If you need a dual controller buy one of those instead. But I think you'll be pretty happy with this if it's the right tool for your job. I'd also suggest putting some thought into where you plan to use it before you order - make sure that all the cords (especially the one on whatever you plan to plug into it) are long enough.

I received this Inkbirdplus controller a few days ago and started using it right away. I was disappointed in the included instructions. They were not very clear and I still don't know what some of the menu items mean. I was able to set it up to control a mini fridge that I use as a fermentation chamber for home brew.After using it for a few days I found the controller is doing a very good job of controlling the temperature and also the temperature seems to be accurate as compared with two other digital thermometers.I do like the appearance of this controller as compared to others. I like the design of the plug in being remote on a flexible wire instead of the heavier cords of some models.I would have given this product a five star rating if the instructions were written better. Maybe they will work on that.

I have a small shed space that I wanted to keep around 70° to keep it from being too cold. I had another thermostat to keep it in this range which worked all right but it eventually shorted out. Found out it was only rated to 1000 W. I've had this plugged in for 24 hours now and have it set on to turn on under 70.5° and turn off at 71°. I have a Wi-Fi temperature gauge in there and it's showing it's keeping it within this range which is great. As others have said, the instructions are absolutely terrible but if you just need it to keep it at a very specific temperature range 24 hours a day, you can figure it out from the manual. Time will tell if the water rating is what's actually stated but seems to do exactly what I needed to do! Really good price too.

I use this heat mat temperature controller to make my seed heat mat fully programmable. I can set a max temperature and set the timer so that I don’t have to worry about turning off my mat, makes one less thing for me to do each day, which I love! Easy to use and built to be durable. Works great with their sister brand heat mat which is pictured along side it in this photo. Set at an excellent price point as well. I anticipate having this product for years to come. Highly recommend.

Wish it had a remote and the LEDs weren't so hard to read. Can I still return please?

So far so good. Using it for my hillbilly hot tub. It controls a 1500-watt heating element. No problems after about 3 weeks of continuous use.

Failed on cooked fish killed corals. 9 months old. What a piece a junk.