SensorPush wireless Bluetooth sensors allow to remotely monitor the temperature and humidity of multiple zones of your van/RV via your iPhone or Android Smartphone. Pair the SensorPush sensors with the optional WiFi Gateway to unleash their full potential and access them from anywhere in the world, away from your van/RV! That's a powerful solution to keep your pet safe, monitor your refrigerator temperature or to be alerted if the interior of your van/RV is about to freeze.
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1- Jumping to Conclusion
What We Like
- The installation and setup is ridiculously easy
- The app interface is simple and straightforward
- The sensors are small and easy to install anywhere
- Works through walls (fridge, van)
What We don't like
- We wish there was more advanced customization possible with the app (such as re-sorting the order of the sensors, combining graphs), but this would make the app not as user friendly...
SensorPush Features In a Nutshell
- Monitor temperature & humidity of multiple zones in real-time, or view historical data on a graph within the app (or export to a spreadsheet).
- Set custom alarms to be notified if temperature/humidity goes above/below your desired range.
- Add as many sensor as you like; there is no limit!
- Sensors can be paired with many smartphones simultaneously.
- Data is stored for 20 days in the sensor. When the data is picked by the app, it is stored indefinitely within the app. (If using a WiFi Gateway, data is stored indefinitely in the cloud).
why you need to monitor the temperature/humidity in your campervan or RV:
- PET OWNERS: Keep your pet safe while you are away.
- WINTER ADVENTURERS: Protect your plumbing or prevent your booze from exploding!
- LITHIUM (LiFePo4) BATTERY OWNERS: These can't be charged below 32F... don't get caught off guards!
- EVERYONE: Make sure your fridge stays within an acceptable range, prevent high humidity (and molds), check outside temperature, etc.
- If all of this make no sense to you, that's OK you probably don't need it! 🙂
3- How to Install
1- Install the app
2- Make sure bluetooth is turned on
3- Add a new Sensor
1- Click on the "+" sign
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2- Click on "Add sensor"
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3- Hold the sensor over the image to pair:
4- Enter sensor name and, optionally, create an alarm:
You're done! Repeat the steps above to add more sensors.
You can now go install the sensors using the included 3M VHB double-sided tape (permanent) or get some VELCRO strips (Buy on Amazon) so it's not permanent and you can move the sensors around:
4- Add a WiFi Gateway (optional)
Power your SensorPush WiFi Gateway using the included 120V adapter or a USB cable (Type-A to Type-A: Buy on Amazon):
1- Click on the "+" sign
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2- Click on "Add gateway" and create a new account:
3- Rename your Gateway and join your wifi network.
4- Your Gateway is added under "Devices" menu.
You're done! It's OK to turn off your phone's Bluetooth now. Be patient, it can take up to 30 minutes for the WiFi Gateway to "find" the sensors for the first time.
Remember that your WiFi Gateway must be within sensors range, powered and connected to Internet in order to transmit data to the cloud.
We installed the SensorPush WiFi Gateway on a wall using VELCRO strips (Buy on Amazon):
But how are you supposed to get Internet in your van/RV when you're on the move? Here's how!
4- How to Use the SensorPush App
Sensors Only
Make sure Bluetooth is turned on. You must be within sensor range to pickup data.
- Data is stored for 20 days within the sensors. When data is picked up by the app, it is stored indefinitely within the app.
With WiFi Gateway
No Bluetooth required! You can monitor the sensors from anywhere in the world! (as long as there's Internet...)
- Data is stored for 20 days within the sensors. When data is picked up by the Gateway, it is stored indefinitely in the cloud.
the app
The app is exactly the same with or without the WiFi Gateway. It honestly doesn't get easier than this. There is no "hidden" settings or fancy menus, so we don't have much to say here. Just go play with the SensorPush app and you'll be fully up and running in about 5 minutes!
5- What is the Range of the sensors?
Short answer: 100m (325ft)
long answer: It depends...
Objects obstructing the line of sight will decrease the signal strength, therefore reducing the range. It can be a wall, a window, etc. The signal strength loss depends on various factors, such as the object’s material… There is no easy answer. We recommend reading SensorPush’s full article: Signal Range and SensorPush Products
Not sure? Just try them... you can return them if they don't work for your application!
6- Reliability
We’ve been using the SensorPush wireless temperature/humidity sensors since march 2019, so far so good! We don’t expect much change over time, except maybe for the sensor located under our van (we purposely didn’t protect it to test its sensitivity to humidity/dust). We’ll update this section if anything happens. Subscribe to our mailing list to get notified:
Can I use push sensor for items I am shipping, and then recieve the push sensor back form recipient to record the data?
Thank you so much for your comprehensive reviews of heating options and all necessary additions. You are so thorough and we trust your expertise with so much gratitude. We are considering installing a webasto Airtop 2000 in our 144 sprinter and am wondering if this sensorpush does something similar to the Webasto smar temp3.0? I’m wondering if one is advantageous over another? Thank you again so much for your time and thoughtful posts!
The SmartTemp 3.0 is a Webasto product and allows you to control your Webasto via your phone.
SensorPush allows you to read the actual/historical temperature and moisture of your van, but you cannot control your Webasto or anything else with it.
They serve very different purpose!
Happy new year, antoine
I’m curious if you’ve measured the power requirements of the gateway?
It can’t be much, as it’s usb-a driven, but I’m still curious!
Thanks!
I did not measure, but it’s not much; about 1 amp per specification!
I’m concerned about placement of the sensor. Where does the air actually get sensed? In the tiny hole in the back? If so, should the sensor installed with that hole against the wall, as you seem to have it? Thanks for your help.
If you want to change the order of the sensors in the app, just precede each name with a digit. Like “1) Fridge”
Hmmm. The oven? Or will it melt…
It will melt. The wire attaching the sensor is plastic.
Darn. .
I see you have two units, inside your fridge & inside the van.
Have you tried one inside the freezer – have a new DC Compressor fridge & want to monitor its performance.
Thank you in advance!
Haven’t tried the freezer, but I can’t see why it wouldn’t work! 🙂
I am working on market recognition about wireless, battery powered temperature (maybe & humidity) sensors for refrigerator or others solutions. I am looking at your devices:
SensorPush Wireless Sensor
And I have some questions:
1. What type of thermometer has been used in your device ? (PT100, PT1000, NTC)
2. Is it possible to use a different gateway than the one provided by the state?
3. Whether data can be redirected to our server directly or whether it must pass through your infrastructure?
4. If in the case of temporary communication problems, the device will archive the data and send it later?
5. How many devices can be operated by a single gateway
6. How much does your device cost when you buy about 100 pieces?
thank you in advance for your answer and best regards:
Konstanty Świtalski
Hi Konstanty,
We reviewed the product here, but are not the manufacturer. Please inquire with: http://www.sensorpush.com/
Have a good day.