A Review of pH Testers for Sourdough Baking

Are you considering buying a pH tester for sourdough baking? In this video I evaluate four pH testers and make recommendations on how to make your purchase decision based on your specific needs. See details below for manufacturer DISCOUNT CODES.

pH testers are used in sourdough baking to measure starter acidity, and to determine when bulk fermentation and final proofing are finished.

The four testers evaluated:
1. Inexpensive unbranded testers ($10)
2. Hanna pH Checker ($35)
3. Hana Halo 2 Foodcare for Bread and Dough ($122)
4. Apera ZenTest PH60S-Z ($275)

Note: I reviewed the Hanna Checker, but you should consider the Hanna Checker Plus ($48) with 2 decimal point accuracy if you are considering this type of pH tester.

Recommended features:
2 decimal point accuracy
Spear Tip
Waterproof and Easy to Clean
Bluetooth Connection to App
Data Logging and Analytics (if preferred)

Links to Recommended Products - Check out the video for full details!

============ Hanna Checker Plus ============
https://www.hannainst.com/hi98100-che...
A basic pH tester with an open bulb tip. Spear tip testers are best for sourdough. This style requires diligent cleaning of the electrode tip.
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======= Hanna Halo 2 for Bread and Dough ======
https://www.hannainst.com/halo2-wirel...
A spear-tip tester with bluetooth app. A great price point for a lab-quality pH tester with a spear tip.
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========= Apera ZenTest PH60S-Z ============
https://aperainst.com/zentestr-ph60s-...
A spear-tip pH tester with bluetooth app. A lab-quality tester with a robust app for data logging and analytics.
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DISCOUNT CODES
Use the code "Sourdough10" on the Hanna website for a 10% discount on Hanna products (US website and US shipping addresses only).

Use the code "Sourdough20" on the Apera website for a 20% discount on Apera products (US website only).

I may receive a commission from some of these sales.

=============== CLARIFICATIONS ===============
A few clarifications:
Do not use tap water to clean your pH tester, it can damage the probe. Use distilled water or the manufacturer's cleaning solutions.
The manufacturers recommend calibrating the pH tester before each use.
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0:00 Introduction
6:38 Features: Speed and Accuracy
7:14 The pH Scale
11:21 Features: Display
12:54 Features: Tip Style
15:20 Features: Continuous Monitoring and Data Management
21:00 Features: Calibration and Storage
26:17 Summary Recommendations
30:06 Buying Considerations