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    WIFI Soil Moisture Sensor with Temperature, IP66

    ● Soil temp and moisture measurement, WiFi connected app control ● Moisture accuracy: 0~50% (±3%), 50~100% (±5%) ● Moisture measurement range: 0~100%RH ● Protection class IP66, temperature accuracy ±1°C
    $89.32

    Solar Powered Soil Moisture Sensor, 0~100%RH

    ● Solar powered, temperature and moisture detection ● Temperature detection range: -10~60°C (14°F ~ 140°F) ● Moisture detection range: 0~100%RH (Non-condensing) ● Wireless distance: 50M
    $108.56

    3 in 1 Plant Soil Moisture Sensor, Temp/ Illuminance

    ● 3-in-1: Moisture, illumination, temperature ● Moisture: 0 -100%RH ● Illuminance: 0-100000LuX ● Temperature: -10°C~80°C
    $103.89

    Smart Soil Moisture Sensor with APP Control

    ● Measure moisture & temperature: 0~100%RH, -20°C~60°C ● Moisture accuracy: 0-50% (±3%), 50~100% (±5%) ● Temperature accuracy: ±1°C ● APP data response time: 60s
    $96.76

    Digital Soil Moisture Sensor, Temperature/pH

    ● Soil moisture, soil temperature, soil pH ● Temperature & accuracy: -10°C~90°C (14°F~194°F), ± 1% ● Moisture& accuracy: 0%~90%, ± 10% ● pH& accuracy: 3-9, ± 0.2
    $79.41

    TDR Soil Moisture Sensor, RS485 Output

    ● Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) principle ● Moisture range: 0 to 60% m³/m³ ● Output signal: RS485 (Modbus-RTU protocol) ● Moisture accuracy: < ±0.03 m³/m³ (±3%)
    $412.82

    Soil Moisture Sensor for Garden, Bluetooth

    ● 0%~100% humidity range ● -10°C ~ 60°C (14°F ~ 140°F) ● 20% to 100% humidity level ● Bluetooth unidirectional communication
    $55.89

    Soil Moisture Temperature Sensor, Salts/N-P-K/pH

    ● Output signal: 9-30V RS485 ● Soil temperature: -40°C~80°C ● Soil moisture range: 0 ~ 60% (volumetric water content) ● EC/ salinity/ pH/ N-P-K elements optional
    $129.86

    FDR Soil Moisture Sensor, ±3%/±2%

    ● Sensor principle: Frequency Domain Reflectometry (FDR) ● Moisture & temperature range: 0–60% m³/m³, 0°C~50°C ● Moisture accuracy: ±3%, ±2% ● Output signal: 4-20mA/RS485/0~1VDC/0~2.5VDC
    $287.65

    Handheld Speedy Soil Moisture Sensor with Digital Display

    ● Moisture range: 0-100% RH ● Temperature range: -40°C~80°C ● Conductivity range: 0-10000 µS/cm ● Handheld, equipped with digital display screen
    $90.47

    Tensiometer Soil Moisture Sensor, 4-20mA/RS485

    ● Output signal: 4~20mA/RS485 ● Measurement range: -100kPa~0 ● Measuring depth: 15cm/30cm~120cm ● Protection level: IP67
    $136.56

    Multi Depth Soil Moisture Sensor for Agriculture, 3/5 Layers

    ● 3/5 layers soil moisture/temp/EC (optional) ● Moisture/temperature range: 0-100%, -40~80°C ● Conductivity range: 0-20000µS/cm ● Output signal: RS485 (Modbus protocol)
    $184.12

    Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor, V2.0

    ● Capacitive moisture sensor V2.0 ● Operating voltage: 3.3~5.5 VDC ● Output voltage: 0~3.0 VDC ● Interface: PH2.0-3P
    $3.47

    Outdoor Soil Moisture Temperature Sensor with Smart Gateway

    ● Soil moisture range: 0% to 100% (non-condensing) ● Detect environmental temperature: -20°C~60°C ● Measurement error: ±2°C; ±10% ● Use with a smart gateway, for sale as a set
    $115.79

    Soil Moisture Sensor Buying Guide & FAQ

    Soil moisture sensor is a device used to measure the water content in soil and help determine whether plants need irrigation. It is commonly used in gardens, greenhouses, farms, and automatic irrigation systems to monitor dry or wet soil conditions, improve watering accuracy, reduce water waste, and support healthier plant growth. Quick answers for gardens, greenhouses, farms, automatic irrigation, and remote monitoring. This guide helps users choose the right soil moisture sensor by application, soil type, signal output, and installation needs.

    Soil moisture sensor quick answer

    What Soil Moisture Sensor Should I Choose?

    Choose a soil moisture sensor based on the application first. For gardens and home growing, a digital soil moisture sensor or app-connected wireless sensor is usually enough for daily checking. Greenhouses often need continuous monitoring, multi-point deployment, and controller integration. Farms usually benefit from RS485, long-distance communication, or multi-depth soil moisture sensors. For automatic irrigation systems, choose a sensor with stable output signals, adjustable thresholds, and delay control to avoid false watering.


    Choose by Application

    Farm

    Farm

    Field-ready sensing with longer communication range

    Automatic irrigation

    Automatic Irrigation

    Threshold control with stable signal output

    Remote monitoring

    Remote Monitoring

    Wireless data viewing via app, cloud, or gateway

    Garden

    Garden

    Daily soil checking with display or app

    Soil moisture sensor for greenhouse

    Greenhouse

    Continuous monitoring with multi-point deployment

    Application

    Recommended Sensor Type

    Why It Fits

    Garden

    Digital or wireless soil moisture sensor

    Easy daily checking, simple display, or app monitoring

    Greenhouse

    Wireless or RS485 soil moisture sensor

    Supports continuous monitoring and multi-point deployment

    Farm

    RS485, long-range, or multi-depth soil moisture sensor

    Better for field durability, deeper monitoring, and longer communication distance

    Automatic Irrigation

    Sensor with 4–20mA, 0–10V, relay, pulse, or RS485 output

    Easier to connect with controllers, valves, pumps, or PLC systems

    Remote Monitoring

    Wireless soil moisture sensor with app/cloud/gateway

    Allows remote data viewing and alerts without frequent manual checking


    Digital vs. Wireless vs. RS485 Soil Moisture Sensors

    Digital Soil Moisture Sensor

    Smart Wireless Soil Moisture Sensor

    RS485 Output Soil Moisture Sensor

    Digital soil moisture sensor

    Smart wireless soil moisture -sensor

    RS485 output soil moisture sensor

    Local display, quick checking, simple operation

    App monitoring, flexible installation, no frequent manual reading

    Automation integration, longer communication distance, suitablefor PLC/control systems


    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Are soil moisture sensors accurateenough for automatic irrigation?

    Q: Which sensor is best for greenhouse irrigation?

    Q: How do I choose a sensor for different soil types?

    A: Yes, when calibrated correctly, Set realistic thresholds, add a short irrigation delay, and choose a stable output type for reliable control.

    A: A sensor with continuous monitoring capability and controller-friendly output is usually the better choice for greenhouse irrigation.

    A: Match the sensor and threshold strategy to sandy soil, clay, loamor potting mix, because different soils hold and release water differently.

    Q: Can a soil moisture sensor prevent overwatering?

    Q: What output signal should I use for PLC or irrigation controller?

    Q: Where should a soil moisturesensor be installed?

    A: It helps reduce overwatering by giving earlier moisture feedback, alerts, and better irrigation timing.

    A: Common options include 4-20mA, 0-10V, RS485, pulse, or relay depending on the control system.

    A: Install near the root zone, at the correct depth, with stable soil contact and suitable waterproof protection.