Best Galileo Thermometers

Updated August 2020
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Best of the Best
Ambient Weather WS-YG709 Galileo Thermometer, Barometer, Hygrometer and Quartz Clock Weather Station
Ambient Weather
WS-YG709 Galileo Thermometer, Barometer, Hygrometer and Quartz Clock Weather Station
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Bottom Line

This thermometer is as functional as it is gorgeous.

Pros

More features than most competitors packed into a solid wood frame. The thermometer works well, as do the barometer and hygrometer. 14.5 inches tall.

Cons

The quartz clock can be loud. Some customers noted that theirs didn't keep time well.

Best Bang for the Buck
Lily's Home 14 inch Glass Thermometer with 5 Multi Colored Spheres
Lily's Home
14 inch Glass Thermometer with 5 Multi Colored Spheres
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A classic Galileo thermometer that stands 14 inches tall.

Pros

Standard Galileo thermometer that is easy to read and has five spheres with great colors. Customers love that it makes for a good decoration as well as a good thermometer.

Cons

A few customers reported that the spheres remained at the bottom of the glass no matter the temperature.

Wind & Weather Galileo Weather Station with Clock, Barometer and Thermometer
Wind & Weather
Galileo Weather Station with Clock, Barometer and Thermometer
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A beautiful, multi-function piece that adds a fun element to watching the weather.

Pros

This Galileo thermometer serves several functions. Looks great anywhere. Customers love its accuracy and style. Stands 12 inches high.

Cons

The quartz clock may be loud.

AcuRite 00795A2 Galileo Thermometer with Glass Globe Barometer
AcuRite
00795A2 Galileo Thermometer with Glass Globe Barometer
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An eye-catching two-in-one thermometer and barometer.

Pros

The glass barometer and thermometer are mounted on a sturdy wooden base. This is a great choice for an office or classroom. At 8 inches tall, it's a smaller thermometer.

Cons

The glass is thin, making this more fragile than its competitors.

SP Scienceware H-B DURAC Galileo Thermometer
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H-B DURAC Galileo Thermometer
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Different size options and temperature ranges set this thermometer apart.

Pros

Unlike most Galileo thermometers, which have a temperature range of 64- to 80- degrees Fahrenheit, this thermometer has many temperature range options available.

Cons

This all-glass design is very fragile.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

21 Models Considered
7 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
118 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Galileo thermometers are a fun decorative piece that measure the air’s temperature with rising and falling glass bubbles filled with colored water or alcohol. Reading a Galileo thermometer is easy: simply read the temperature tag on the lowest floating bubble. The more spheres a thermometer has, the more accurate it will be. The most basic Galileo thermometers are simple glass tubes, but some may include barometers, hygrometers, or quartz clocks. Aesthetics are important, and there are few Galileo thermometers that aren’t eye-catching, but if you’re concerned about the functionality of a thermometer, look for one that works consistently and accurately.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
Lily's Home
Round Galileo Thermometer w/ Cherry Finished Wood Frame
Lily's Home
Analog Weather Station w/ Galileo Thermometer
Lily's Home
Galileo Thermometer w/ Etched Glass Globe Barometer
Lily's Home
Tear Drop Shaped Glass Galileo Thermometer
Lily's Home
Galileo Thermometer w/ 10 Multi-Colored Spheres
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Ambient Weather

WS-YG709 Galileo Thermometer, Barometer, Hygrometer and Quartz Clock Weather Station

Ambient Weather

WS-YG709 Galileo Thermometer, Barometer, Hygrometer and Quartz Clock Weather Station

This thermometer is as functional as it is gorgeous.

$40
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Lily's Home

14 inch Glass Thermometer with 5 Multi Colored Spheres

Lily's Home

14 inch Glass Thermometer with 5 Multi Colored Spheres

A classic Galileo thermometer that stands 14 inches tall.
$24
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Wind & Weather

Galileo Weather Station with Clock, Barometer and Thermometer

Wind & Weather

Galileo Weather Station with Clock, Barometer and Thermometer

A beautiful, multi-function piece that adds a fun element to watching the weather.
$37
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AcuRite

00795A2 Galileo Thermometer with Glass Globe Barometer

AcuRite

00795A2 Galileo Thermometer with Glass Globe Barometer

An eye-catching two-in-one thermometer and barometer.
$32
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SP Scienceware

H-B DURAC Galileo Thermometer

SP Scienceware

H-B DURAC Galileo Thermometer

Different size options and temperature ranges set this thermometer apart.
$22

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