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Inexpensive IR cam?

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January 03, 2026, 01:28 PM
PHPaul
Inexpensive IR cam?
My old-ish Samsung Galaxy A14 doesn't support IR.

I'd like to be able to scan around doors/windows for air leaks without spending a bunch of money.

In this case, "inexpensive" is defined as less than $100

Doable?




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January 04, 2026, 02:26 AM
cee_Kamp
How about free?
Most utility companies will come to your home and do a free energy audit.
It's worth a phone call.



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January 04, 2026, 04:55 AM
r0gue
search ebay for android flir

I have one that works in a lightning connector and it works great. Maybe you can find a used one cheap.
January 04, 2026, 07:29 AM
SpinZone
This is outside your budget but what I would recommend. You can get it for android or apple devices. We have been using them at work for a handy, low cost, low training requirement, tool for the floor techs so we don’t have to keep sending a specially trained tech with 14K of IR equipment for the little issues.

FLIR One



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January 04, 2026, 10:18 AM
bryan11
The cheapest Android models I could find with recent sales were about $135. After trying out a few models to check insulation in the house, I ended up with the Ampbank M256 currently on sale for $150. The Foxwell RT100 is very similar but more expensive.

Link: Ampbank M256
January 04, 2026, 10:37 AM
PHPaul
quote:
Originally posted by bryan11:
The cheapest Android models I could find with recent sales were about $135. After trying out a few models to check insulation in the house, I ended up with the Ampbank M256 currently on sale for $150. The Foxwell RT100 is very similar but more expensive.

Link: Ampbank M256


Interesting, thanks. I've found some used ones on Ebay that are much cheaper but you gets what you pays for...if you're lucky. I'll see how the ol' budget pans out later this month.




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