About Ecowitt
Ecowitt (a Fine Offset Electronics brand) has become in recent years the reference for quality consumer weather stations. Ecowitt sensors stand out for measurement precision at prices well below traditional professional products.
In smart irrigation, data from local weather stations like Ecowitt's are far more accurate than internet forecasts that rely on distant stations. Integrating via API with advanced controllers (Rachio, Netro, Home Assistant), an Ecowitt station allows hyper-local irrigation optimisation.
The wireless WH51 soil moisture sensor is particularly appreciated: it sits in the ground and transmits data to the gateway every 16 seconds, enabling real-time monitoring of soil conditions. For a truly intelligent irrigation system, combining SprinklerMap + Rachio/Netro + Ecowitt WH51 is the most advanced configuration available on the consumer market.
Products & Models
| Model | Type | Description | Radius (m) | Price (€) | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 📡 WH51 | Sensor | Wireless soil moisture sensor. Transmits every 16 s, 20 cm depth, range −40 °C/+60 °C. Integrates with Ecowitt gateway and Home Assistant. | — | €30-50 | BuyAliExpress |
| 🖥️ WFC01 WittFlow | Controller | Smart irrigation timer that connects to the Ecowitt gateway as an IoT sub-device: it can be triggered automatically based on the WH51 soil moisture sensor's data, without needing a separate controller. | — | €60-90 | Buy |
| ⚙️ GW2000 Gateway | Accessory | WiFi gateway required to connect Ecowitt sensors (up to 16 WH51) and IoT devices like the WFC01 to the WSView Plus app and to Home Assistant. | — | €40-60 | Buy |
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