This is the candy thermometer I have used forever and it always delights. This version is made by Le Cruset instead of the other brands but the features make this exact replica of the Taylor functional and practical to use. Digitals for use in candy making where hot sugar can pop all over everything mean that cleaning is harder so this old fashioned design is the easiest and most accurate way to make sugar candy. The clip holds on to the side of the pot and allows you to carefully watch as the candy goes through all the stages vs having to measure and re measure. EASY to use, EASY to clean, STURDY and EASY to store make this design the most practical. It is always the little things that help make time in the kitchen productive and pleasurable....and this is one of those little things. If you are making candy without a thermometer, spend the money on this and eliminate the guess work and the constant watching and testing.