Quote Originally Posted by Luvyna View Post
Sounds like you got a defective unit, I would return it. Before I switched to Herpstat 2, I used an Inkbird thermostat for my CHE and a Jumpstart thermostat for my UTH. I never had any problems with the Inkbird's temperature detection, it would sense changes at the same rate as any of my other thermometers and thermostats. I did eventually replace it with a second Jumpstart thermostat however because my Inkbird produced a subtle, high-pitched buzz that was driving me crazy as I keep my BP in my bedroom.

If you have the funds for it, I would recommend switching to a Herpstat or VE series thermostat. They are pricey, but 100% worth saving up for. Cheaper thermostats are known to fail within 1-2 years and have no safety features that can save your snake's life if there is an error or internal thermostat failure. Herpstats and VE thermostats are super sturdy, equipped with all the safety features you could ever need, and they last for decades.

Thankfully I had ordered a second temp sensor for it because I had intended to plug the heat mat into the same unit. But now what I'll do is replace the sensor I am using now to see if that solves the issue. If not then I will return it and get something else. I think I won't have a choice but to do the cheaper Jumpstart for now if I do have to replace the Inkbird. With everything going on with the corona virus and lockdowns my income is shakey at best right now. I'd rather spend a fraction on something that will work if only for a year or two rather than dedicate an extra hundred dollars or more to the thermostat and then find myself unable to feed my daughter next month. So scary that it's even come to that.