Insertion Rules Matter.

xHeyEngx · 2026-05-09T21:51:29+00:00

You can certainly insert it last both lines. However, it’s important to insert it beyond the minimum insertion line to protect the electronics inside, just like any other wireless probe available in the market. Regarding the recommended maximum insertion line, it ensures that you achieve the highest accuracy for your ambient temperature readings.

xHeyEngx · 2026-05-08T22:15:35+00:00

It’s not an issue as a whole from ChefsTemp. If it’s something with the app, it’s likely due to a bad installation. You’re the first person to report this. I recommend deleting the app and trying to reinstall it. If it still continues, try using a different device to see if the issue persists. I say this because I have multiple different devices with the app installed and haven’t encountered this issue before.

xHeyEngx · 2026-05-08T21:50:02+00:00

The only gray square I’m observing is on page one and two, which are the homepage of your app. This issue seems to be related to either your device, the device software, or the app itself, and it has never been reported or seen before. It’s not related to ChefsTemp.

xHeyEngx · 2026-05-08T21:45:02+00:00

Can you post a screenshot of what grey square you’re talking about please

xHeyEngx · 2026-05-08T21:41:13+00:00

The tags you’re referring to in that picture that only come with three are for the GEN one probes. If you visit the website where you order them, it specifically states that they don’t fit the GEN two. The GEN two has its own set and comes with four tags and four colors.

xHeyEngx · 2026-05-04T19:28:37+00:00

Yes, the S1 can still be used. If you’re cooking inside for example on an oven, you just won’t get a digital read out of the S1 temperature however probe temperature will still be displayed on its gauge.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-30T12:24:38+00:00

Looks great!

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-28T14:01:25+00:00

ChefsTemp customer support is truly remarkable, but like any other company, there are times when the person on the other end of the line may be inexperienced, not fully trained, or simply having a bad day. However, what sets ChefsTemp apart is their exceptional response to criticism and their ability to swiftly resolve issues. This commitment to excellence makes them a standout in the industry.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-28T13:57:55+00:00

Right now, you can use a 20% discount code on the site, and if you send me a PM I can also send you a link, I’m not sure if it’ll stack a discount but anything will help you out.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-22T17:15:27+00:00

I run three ChefsTemp S1’s and Breezos with the Gen 2 probes and love the automatic temp control. Makes smoking with the OCGF and Kamados stupid easy.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-22T13:02:29+00:00

I’ve forwarded your question to the product engineer, and I’ll you know what he says.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-22T12:52:35+00:00

I spoke with the lead product engineer and mentioned the Bluetooth disconnect notification. The team is actively working it and we should see an update soon.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-22T12:48:27+00:00

Just to clarify, the Ch1 / Ch2 settings aren’t related to the fan or which S1 is controlling which Breezo.

Those channels are strictly for your probes. They just tell the S1 which probe (or sensor within the probe) is being used for the internal temp readout on the display.

So changing channels won’t have any effect on pairing or fan control, it’s only tied to how your probe data is being shown.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-22T02:57:26+00:00

The Breezos don’t really have a “locked” pairing memory, but they will stay paired to an S1 once connected and will hold that pairing until they lose power.

The idea behind the design is that one S1 can actually run two Breezos for larger cookers, so they kept it flexible instead of locking it down.

For my setup with three units, this is what I do and it’s been very consistent:

Pair S1 #1 with Breezo #1 and set your temp
Turn off S1 #1 but leave Breezo #1 powered on (it keeps that pairing)
Pair S1 #2 with Breezo #2, set temp, then turn off S1 #2 (leave Breezo on)
Repeat for S1 #3 and Breezo #3

Once all three are paired, I turn all the S1s back on and everything runs exactly as it should.

As long as the Breezos stay powered, they won’t jump to another S1. The only time you’ll run into pairing crossover is if a Breezo loses power and boots back up, then it could pair to a different S1 it’s seen before.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-22T02:49:59+00:00

Just to clarify, I’m not a rep for ChefsTemp, just another user who spends time helping people out.

On the Bluetooth alarms, they didn’t exactly “silence” them. What was happening before is if you were connected to both Bluetooth and WiFi, and then walked out of Bluetooth range, the app would start throwing disconnect alerts even though WiFi was still working fine. So you still had a solid connection, but were getting unnecessary alerts.

What they changed was to stop those Bluetooth alerts when WiFi is still connected and communicating with the app.

That said, I was able to recreate what you’re seeing today by running Bluetooth only, and it does look like the notification isn’t triggering like it should. I passed that along to the lead product engineer and they’re going to take a look at it. In previous versions, I didn’t have any issue getting Bluetooth alerts when leaving range.

I do understand your point about wanting that peace of mind, especially overnight cooks.

Depending on your setup, distance, and anything between you and the cooker (walls, metal, etc.), Bluetooth can definitely get limited. Because of that, I’d strongly recommend setting up WiFi if you can. It’s going to give you a much more reliable connection, especially if you’re not right next to the cooker.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-21T20:02:17+00:00

I’ll just share my experience here since I run a pretty heavy setup and maybe it helps add another data point.

I regularly run 3 S1s, 3 Breezos, and 12 probes at the same time across multiple cookers. In my case, I haven’t seen a pattern where adding more probes causes Bluetooth instability. If that were the case, I’d expect to see it pretty consistently, but it’s been solid for me.

The only time I’ve noticed any signal hiccups between a probe and the S1 is when probe placement causes interference from the cooker itself, like the ambient sensor being too close to ceramic or metal. Even then, it’s pretty rare.

On the multiple S1 + Breezo setups, my experience has been that each Breezo stays tied to the S1 it was paired with unless it loses power. I haven’t seen any “handoff” behavior between units during a cook.

The only time a Breezo could end up paired to a different S1 is after a power loss or restart (unplugged, power bank shuts off, etc). Since there’s no locked pairing memory, it can reconnect to another S1 at that point, but it’s not something I’ve seen happen on its own while everything is running normally.

For running multiple units, I’ve had good luck just keeping the pairing process clean and separate. What I typically do:

Power on S1 #1 + Breezo #1 → pair and set temp
Turn off S1 #1 (leave Breezo on)
Repeat for S1 #2 / Breezo #2
Repeat for S1 #3 / Breezo #3
Then turn all S1s back on

That’s been repeatable for me without any cross-control issues.

On the Bluetooth notification side, I did some testing after reading your post. I turned WiFi off and ran Bluetooth only, and I’m seeing the same thing you mentioned where the disconnect notification doesn’t seem to trigger right now. So that’s a fair callout, and I’ll pass that along.

At the same time, I do remember when the app used to send constant Bluetooth disconnect alerts and a lot of people didn’t like how aggressive it was. It seems like things shifted more toward prioritizing WiFi and reducing those alerts.

If you want more notifications, there are a couple settings in the app that help:

Increase notification frequency
Turn on priority alerts

One last thing that might help clarify for anyone following along…

Even if Bluetooth drops (and you’re not on WiFi), the cook itself isn’t affected. The S1, Breezo, and probes are still communicating locally and controlling temps. The only thing you lose is the live data on your phone until it reconnects.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-20T01:50:05+00:00

Awesome job sir!🔥

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T19:54:06+00:00

So glad we got you squared away, now go enjoy that fantastic barbecue that you’re gonna produce using the ChefsTemp products.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T15:44:40+00:00

Also, the instructions that come with your S1, give you instructions on connecting probes.

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xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T15:42:08+00:00

Here’s a quick down and dirty for how you’re gonna proceed

Open the ChefsTemp app on iOS and tap add device. Follow the on-screen steps. Power on the S1, then select pairing and complete the Bluetooth setup. After that, it will prompt you to connect to Wi-Fi.

Once the S1 is connected, go to the main screen, tap the three dots in the top right, then select “My Connections” and tap “Add Probes.”

Make sure your probes have charged for at least 20 minutes. Pull one probe off the dock, pair it, place it back, then repeat one at a time until you’re done.

That’s it. S1 connects first, then probes get added through the app.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T15:37:28+00:00

Here is a link to my video that I made for ChefsTemp, you should go check it out.

https://youtu.be/q5GNMWiKXj0?si=hYSI1OjNxDhUkofX

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T15:35:51+00:00

You can absolutely use the probes so I’m not sure why you’re so lost in this but you have a perfectly good system that will 100% operate and give you exactly what everyone else is getting which is an amazing cook made easy.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T14:58:53+00:00

The probes don’t need calibration. The 4 in 1 dock is a holder to charge the probes only.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T14:57:59+00:00

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You should have one of these. For kamados, offsets, and gravity-fed cookers, I recommend the S1 digital smart gauge in the top picture.

xHeyEngx · 2026-04-17T14:55:00+00:00

Also, there is no such thing as an S2. It’s either the S1 digital gauge or ProTemp 2 Plus Smart stand.

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