I don't like sitting on the ground or kneeling to check tire pressure either. That's one of the reasons a TPM system is so attractive to me.
Now, I check the tires while the bike is still on the rack. That way the valves are at eye level. No help if the bike is already on the ground though.

I came across this one from Sram that is highly rated:

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A bit pricey though at $130. I'm also concerned about its size & weight. Might cause tire balance issues and its more likely to get snagged on something.
Expensive for what it does and you'll probably need to replace the battery every 6 months at best.
You also need specific legnth valve stems so it might be problematic getting a proper fit with tubed tires
Interesting, but I'm a pass.
I check my tires when I do a chain lube @300mi (2 - 4 weeks) and it's in the hoist at that point so easy/peasy
 
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I either pinch the tire or bounce the bike. every tire brand model is different though so it takes practice.
I can just bounce a tool on a tire such as a pedal wrench. There is a tone and resonance. There is a app for Gates belts that works in a similar way. It checks the note, but if you have an ear you can hear it. Many wheel builders also use the tone of spokes by plucking them.
 
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