Has anyone found success using a 4-in-1 Soil Moisture Meter that also measures Digital Plant Temperature and pH? I'm curious if any of these meters are reliable or if you all suggest just going with traditional methods.
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I actually built my own meter that measures soil moisture and temperature. It's connected to my irrigation system so I can control it remotely. It's not as fancy, but it works well for my lawn!
From what I’ve seen, unless you're willing to shell out some serious cash, most pH meters aren't worth the investment. This holds even more for the 4-in-1 type. For moisture measurement, I’d suggest looking for the best standalone moisture meters instead. They are usually more reliable!
I’ve got one of those meters, but honestly, I barely use it. A gardening class I took mentioned that they can be pretty unreliable. The pH readings are often off, and for checking moisture, just stick your finger in the soil—it's a simple and more reliable way to tell how wet it is.
That's awesome! I have a similar setup, and I love that I can irrigate from anywhere, even if I still have to press the button manually.