ECOWITT Weather Station Gateway GW1100, Wireless Multi-Channel Indoor and Outdoor Temperature and Humidity Sensor with LCD Display WH31 for Home Garden Farm 868MHZ
It allows you to have a hell off a lot more control over your garden and the information for the soil moisture is amazing as you know exactly who needs water and who does at that moment in time. This has allowed me to get much better results than I had been getting
This device received very good reviews from a weather web site for features and value for money- and I cannot disagree. But (and isn’t there always a but!) there are some things to consider.
(1) You have to scan a QR code on the lid of the box in order to download the user manual and a few other things. As it’s in pdf format and the information is quite detailed, it is only really usable on a tablet or printed-off.
(2) Before you can realistically set it up, you need to find a suitable place and have a fitting kit ready to go. This will normally take the form of an aerial pole and wall bracket or something similar – together with some DIY skill. Fortunately I had a suitable pole that I stuck into the garden umbrella stand, so I have been able to set the device going temporarily.
(3) The setting-up instructions are adequate, verging on challenging.
(4) 7-in-1 is a bit of a stretch, but there is plenty of information to keep you amused.
I bought this with an Amazon ‘deal’ and a 5% voucher code and consequently it really was good value and I’m pleased with it. There’s an app so the display can be read remotely and that’s also quite good. All-in-all it’s a satisfactory piece of equipment.
Bought this for my husband it was easy to set up in a very short time. The screen display is clear and easy to read and it is accurate (hubby checked info against various weather reports).
Overall a good buy
Got this to replace a very very old one, and am delighted with this new one, easier to read, and with more information than my old one. Just what we wanted.
Had one of these for a couple of years which I purchased direct from the manufacturer. This one was purchased to replace it after it suffered damage.
Minimal assembly and although the wi-fi Setup can be fiddly if not done right it was up and running quickly. Using the app I’ve got my weather data uploading to the Metoffice Weather Observation Website, Wunderground Weather, Ecowitt and Weather Cloud.
Firstly, I am pretty pleased with the weather station (WS69 and Wireless gateway GW1100) for the price I paid. It’s a good bit of amateur kit and reports everything you might want and more.
However it took me a week or two to realise that out of the box the values reported were not accurate, in some cases not even close. For example, here on a freezing day I was getting values of -5.3C when a standard (liquid) outdoor thermometer was reporting -2.0C, the closest public weather station (10 miles away) was also reported -2.0C. A comparison of atmospheric pressure values from ‘nearby’ weather stations also had a 7hPa/mb disparity. The station does allow for offsets/calibration to be done, but this is a catch 22 – if you’re an amateur buying your first weather station you won’t have the equipment with which to obtain accurate measurements to do that calibration – especially for things like rain measurement, wind speed etc. As it currently stands I don’t even know if some of the readings are correct or not because I have no means of comparison.
If the idea is that you calibrate against nearby public weather stations I see an issue – if I have a close enough weather station reporting accurate weather data for my location, why would I even need my own weather station? Am I supposed to install my weather station next to a public station for a period of time so I can adjust the values to match?!?
If the weather station came properly calibrated from the factory then I’d have no hesitation in recommending it, however with the significant inaccuracies I found out of the box and the need to do your own calibration I’d have to caution against it – unless you’re prepared to put in time/effort required.
The weather station has to be set up for the day of the week, time and date. I did this but noticed recently that it was out of sync – perhaps because the year had changed. The day and the date are now OK but the time is wrong. Maybe there was a power cut but otherwise I don’t why it is not correct. The weather station is easy to read and very useful.
As for accuracy – how do I know?
Great device after a week’s use. How long it will survive is hard to tell but it seems very well made. The manufacturers let themselves down badly by the awful instructions. A single sheet covering an array of models which really serves to confuse rather than instruct. Best thing new buyers can do is not look at the instructions but just download the app and let it take you through the installation, even then you have to keep your wits about you. Once connected and working it is a great thing to have.
Really delighted with it so far. I found it easy enough to set up, using the App which I’d already installed and set up my account. Time will tell, but loving it.
Got a couple of sensors to monitor my garden temperature. It’s not the easiest to connect to the WiFi but once set up is great to use. The app is full of information and the historical data is just what I was looking for. Just be aware the sensors are not designed to be exposed to the elements so either purchase an expensive enclosure or do what I did and make your own ‘bird box’ type for next to nothing.
Easy to set up with full instructions. Maybe slightly overpriced. Visually good, with a range of info. Seems ok in the cold weather but will have to wait and see.
4.0 out of 5 stars Easy to set up with full instructions. Maybe slightly overpriced.
Funktioniert sehr gut – ich musste mir aber noch einen zustzlichen Aussensensor hinzukaufen, weil der mitgelieferte Aussensensor nicht von Wunderground erkannt wird.
Somewhat complex for a beginner to install and setup, but it works very well. The instructions which came with it are not really all that clear to follow, fortunately, I have a bit of IT knowledge and was able to work it out.
For the money you can’t go far wrong, I have it installed under the summerhouse over hang. Once the gateway or console is setup, all you have to do is install the batteries and the rest was automatic, the gateway found it and was up and running in minutes.
This comes in a very compact package, literally the size of the item itself. It protects the sensor okay, but for 40 I would expect a bit more.
I tested this with my friends mid-level WPS. We had a little trouble getting it detected, we were never able to figure out why. I think it may have been moisture, as it was in a room with a lot of humidity and no ventilation. After about ten minutes it magically started working, and since then it has functioned perfectly.
Obviously you can get online lightning maps these days, but having your own detector is really great for local tracking, particularly if you are into photographing or filming lightning. The data you get back from the server is excellent and allows you to compare against past storms. You can of course also use the remote monitoring function to keep an eye on the conditions when you are away from the WPS.
This unit runs from two AA batteries and uses very little power.
This is a great addition to any WPS, just make sure it is fully compatible with the system you are using (contact Ecowitt directly if you are unsure).
This lightning detector is an add-on for the Ecowitt weather station. It is compact but feels robust and well made. You do need to supply batteries to set it up. It is reasonably easy to set up. My partner did end up googling some additional information as the instructions were a bit sparse. You can use the lightning detector indoors or outside. It does seem to work well although we haven’t had many storms here recently so we haven’t been able to really put it through its paces. The app is very good and allows you to access lots of different types of data.
his is a wireless lightning sensor from the brand ecowitt, it must be used with the ecowitt weather station
it could be placed either indoor or outdoor, there is a mount hole at the back, for mounting with screw or simple hang it with a loop, it doesn’t need to be expose in the air or face the sky, it could be just hanging under the roof, keep out of direct sunlight and water
it takes 2 x aa batteries to work, stated on the instruction, it’s not recommended to use ni-mh batteries (rechargeable), better to use alkaline battery instead, to have a better life span
setup was as easy as typical smart home components, it hook up with the ecowitt gateway in no time
it detects lightning within configured range without any problem, besides the live feed, all data were recorded in history, can review with the ws view app anytime
i’m a fresh weather enthusiast and i’m glad to have this component added to my collection, happy with it, would recommend
You will need an ecowitt GW1100 or GW100 WiFi gateway which are sold separately to be able to use and get the most out of this little lightening detection device , this device is small , compact , lightweight and sleek in design, it’s a cool little gadget that can help detect lightening within 25 miles , the live data can then be viewed on the free live viewing app.
This could be a handy little gadget for when I’m spending time outdoors hiking and wild camping as an early warning system for lightening strikes , especially in the summer when they are more active, it’s a cool little gadget, it is well made and robust , a handy little gadget as part of a weather station in your back garden to monitor different types of weather conditions.
It’s a cool little gadget to have , really well made, robust and durable.
I already have the “Ecowitt Wireless Wi-Fi Weather Station – Digital Weather Forecast with 7″ TFT Screen, Rain Gauge, Anemometer, Solar Radiation, Solar Powered, Gateway for Ecosystem, Model HP2551” and this sensor adds to the seven sensors the system already has.
Needs 2 x AA’s and just the setting of the DIP switches and adding to the system. Best installed outdoors.
Not had any thunder storms yet (but plenty of rain).
It is also compatible with some other Ecowitt devices but double check at their website before buying.
The device is super easy to connect to the GW1100 weather station from the same brand and the sensor is small and perfect to be easily positioned whenever required. But at nearly 40 it is surely a bit niche in the South of England where honesty thunderstorms with lightening strikes are really not that frequent.
I received this yesterday and it already detected a few lightning strikes. Another poster noted that the device wasn’t detecting any lightning. You need to double check your dip switch settings from the factory. It is NOT consistent with the manual.
The manual said that the switches should all be in the down position by default, but when I received my unit, the switches were all in the UP position. If I had left them, it wouldn’t have detected anything. So double check the position of your dip switches before you use this unit. Don’t rely on the default settings in the box.
All in one weather stations are convenient, but if you want the sensors placed for best accuracy, individual sensors is the way to go. Convenient setup and easy calibration. It works well, but you’ll most likely need to adjust the sensitivity level to eliminate false lightning strikes. As mentioned earlier double-check the DIP-switch settings in the manual.
I look forward to trying out some of your other sensors and products. If you’re in the market for a lightning detector for your PWS, or other reasons this is definitely worth a shot.
I have an Ecowitt weather station that I’m slowly building up, with the gateway, a WH31 sensor indoors, WH32 outdoors and a soil moisture sensor. This is, therefore, the next addition to the station.
This is one of those sensors that won’t be getting much use until there’s a storm, so I’ll have to update my review when that happens to see how well it’s picking it up. I’ve set it to maximum sensitivity and, when you access the online portal, you can even setup alerts. I’ve set it to alert me whenever there are any lightnight strikes.
If this works as well as all the other sensors, then it’ll do an excellent job. It’s certainly transmitting fine and it’s not the sensor’s fault that there’s no lightning yet.
5.0 out of 5 stars A well made sensor for my Ecowitt PWS
I already have an Ecowitt base station so I’m always on the lookout for add-on devices to help predict the weather in my area since the weather forecasts on TV pretty much always get it wrong, lol.
This lightning sensor is well made and very easy to setup, after unpacking I glanced through the instructions and set the four dip switches to where I needed them, in my case they are set all to the down position, the instructions are very clear on the settings and this is also repeated on the units battery cover. After this I simply installed two AA batteries which unfortunately don’t come with the device but I have spares and once the batteries were fitted the sensor automatically connected to the base station (gateway) so I didn’t have to do a thing, how easy is that ? lol.
Once I was sure that it was all working properly I mounted it outside and under my porch way to help protect it from the elements using the two screws that are provided. The instructions say that it can be mounted indoors as well as outdoors but I thought that it might be more accurate if it was outside.
I can now see the data from the lightning sensor on the app’ and on the dashboard website, it will tell me how far away the lightning is and also how many strikes, I have added email notifications on my dashboard which will now tell me when lightning is getting within 25 miles as well as the number of strikes and if the batteries get too low in the sensor.
We are yet to have any lightning here so I am waiting for the next storm to see how well the unit actually works but I am very confident after looking at the quality of the device that it will be reliable.
It allows you to have a hell off a lot more control over your garden and the information for the soil moisture is amazing as you know exactly who needs water and who does at that moment in time. This has allowed me to get much better results than I had been getting
(1) You have to scan a QR code on the lid of the box in order to download the user manual and a few other things. As it’s in pdf format and the information is quite detailed, it is only really usable on a tablet or printed-off.
(2) Before you can realistically set it up, you need to find a suitable place and have a fitting kit ready to go. This will normally take the form of an aerial pole and wall bracket or something similar – together with some DIY skill. Fortunately I had a suitable pole that I stuck into the garden umbrella stand, so I have been able to set the device going temporarily.
(3) The setting-up instructions are adequate, verging on challenging.
(4) 7-in-1 is a bit of a stretch, but there is plenty of information to keep you amused.
I bought this with an Amazon ‘deal’ and a 5% voucher code and consequently it really was good value and I’m pleased with it. There’s an app so the display can be read remotely and that’s also quite good. All-in-all it’s a satisfactory piece of equipment.
I was quite suspicious, nothing fancy, but it turned out to be really easy to set up and start using this with app.
I knew manufacturer, so was not surprise what super it is like.
Overall a good buy
Got this to replace a very very old one, and am delighted with this new one, easier to read, and with more information than my old one. Just what we wanted.
Had one of these for a couple of years which I purchased direct from the manufacturer. This one was purchased to replace it after it suffered damage.
Minimal assembly and although the wi-fi Setup can be fiddly if not done right it was up and running quickly. Using the app I’ve got my weather data uploading to the Metoffice Weather Observation Website, Wunderground Weather, Ecowitt and Weather Cloud.
However it took me a week or two to realise that out of the box the values reported were not accurate, in some cases not even close. For example, here on a freezing day I was getting values of -5.3C when a standard (liquid) outdoor thermometer was reporting -2.0C, the closest public weather station (10 miles away) was also reported -2.0C. A comparison of atmospheric pressure values from ‘nearby’ weather stations also had a 7hPa/mb disparity. The station does allow for offsets/calibration to be done, but this is a catch 22 – if you’re an amateur buying your first weather station you won’t have the equipment with which to obtain accurate measurements to do that calibration – especially for things like rain measurement, wind speed etc. As it currently stands I don’t even know if some of the readings are correct or not because I have no means of comparison.
If the idea is that you calibrate against nearby public weather stations I see an issue – if I have a close enough weather station reporting accurate weather data for my location, why would I even need my own weather station? Am I supposed to install my weather station next to a public station for a period of time so I can adjust the values to match?!?
If the weather station came properly calibrated from the factory then I’d have no hesitation in recommending it, however with the significant inaccuracies I found out of the box and the need to do your own calibration I’d have to caution against it – unless you’re prepared to put in time/effort required.
The weather station has to be set up for the day of the week, time and date. I did this but noticed recently that it was out of sync – perhaps because the year had changed. The day and the date are now OK but the time is wrong. Maybe there was a power cut but otherwise I don’t why it is not correct. The weather station is easy to read and very useful.
As for accuracy – how do I know?
Really delighted with it so far. I found it easy enough to set up, using the App which I’d already installed and set up my account. Time will tell, but loving it.
Got a couple of sensors to monitor my garden temperature. It’s not the easiest to connect to the WiFi but once set up is great to use. The app is full of information and the historical data is just what I was looking for. Just be aware the sensors are not designed to be exposed to the elements so either purchase an expensive enclosure or do what I did and make your own ‘bird box’ type for next to nothing.
Easy to set up with full instructions. Maybe slightly overpriced. Visually good, with a range of info. Seems ok in the cold weather but will have to wait and see.
Funktioniert sehr gut – ich musste mir aber noch einen zustzlichen Aussensensor hinzukaufen, weil der mitgelieferte Aussensensor nicht von Wunderground erkannt wird.
Somewhat complex for a beginner to install and setup, but it works very well. The instructions which came with it are not really all that clear to follow, fortunately, I have a bit of IT knowledge and was able to work it out.
For the money you can’t go far wrong, I have it installed under the summerhouse over hang. Once the gateway or console is setup, all you have to do is install the batteries and the rest was automatic, the gateway found it and was up and running in minutes.
I tested this with my friends mid-level WPS. We had a little trouble getting it detected, we were never able to figure out why. I think it may have been moisture, as it was in a room with a lot of humidity and no ventilation. After about ten minutes it magically started working, and since then it has functioned perfectly.
Obviously you can get online lightning maps these days, but having your own detector is really great for local tracking, particularly if you are into photographing or filming lightning. The data you get back from the server is excellent and allows you to compare against past storms. You can of course also use the remote monitoring function to keep an eye on the conditions when you are away from the WPS.
This unit runs from two AA batteries and uses very little power.
This is a great addition to any WPS, just make sure it is fully compatible with the system you are using (contact Ecowitt directly if you are unsure).
I have tested some other product of this brand and I can assure you that they were developed and good quality.
Since I received this i have used it severally although it uses 2AA batteries and I can assure you that this is absolutely awesome.
The results may be fluctuating at some point but there was less of that Though which makes me to be very lovely and I am happynaswell.
This lightning detector is an add-on for the Ecowitt weather station. It is compact but feels robust and well made. You do need to supply batteries to set it up. It is reasonably easy to set up. My partner did end up googling some additional information as the instructions were a bit sparse. You can use the lightning detector indoors or outside. It does seem to work well although we haven’t had many storms here recently so we haven’t been able to really put it through its paces. The app is very good and allows you to access lots of different types of data.
his is a wireless lightning sensor from the brand ecowitt, it must be used with the ecowitt weather station
it could be placed either indoor or outdoor, there is a mount hole at the back, for mounting with screw or simple hang it with a loop, it doesn’t need to be expose in the air or face the sky, it could be just hanging under the roof, keep out of direct sunlight and water
it takes 2 x aa batteries to work, stated on the instruction, it’s not recommended to use ni-mh batteries (rechargeable), better to use alkaline battery instead, to have a better life span
setup was as easy as typical smart home components, it hook up with the ecowitt gateway in no time
it detects lightning within configured range without any problem, besides the live feed, all data were recorded in history, can review with the ws view app anytime
i’m a fresh weather enthusiast and i’m glad to have this component added to my collection, happy with it, would recommend
You will need an ecowitt GW1100 or GW100 WiFi gateway which are sold separately to be able to use and get the most out of this little lightening detection device , this device is small , compact , lightweight and sleek in design, it’s a cool little gadget that can help detect lightening within 25 miles , the live data can then be viewed on the free live viewing app.
This could be a handy little gadget for when I’m spending time outdoors hiking and wild camping as an early warning system for lightening strikes , especially in the summer when they are more active, it’s a cool little gadget, it is well made and robust , a handy little gadget as part of a weather station in your back garden to monitor different types of weather conditions.
It’s a cool little gadget to have , really well made, robust and durable.
I already have the “Ecowitt Wireless Wi-Fi Weather Station – Digital Weather Forecast with 7″ TFT Screen, Rain Gauge, Anemometer, Solar Radiation, Solar Powered, Gateway for Ecosystem, Model HP2551” and this sensor adds to the seven sensors the system already has.
Needs 2 x AA’s and just the setting of the DIP switches and adding to the system. Best installed outdoors.
Not had any thunder storms yet (but plenty of rain).
It is also compatible with some other Ecowitt devices but double check at their website before buying.
The device is super easy to connect to the GW1100 weather station from the same brand and the sensor is small and perfect to be easily positioned whenever required. But at nearly 40 it is surely a bit niche in the South of England where honesty thunderstorms with lightening strikes are really not that frequent.
The manual said that the switches should all be in the down position by default, but when I received my unit, the switches were all in the UP position. If I had left them, it wouldn’t have detected anything. So double check the position of your dip switches before you use this unit. Don’t rely on the default settings in the box.
All in one weather stations are convenient, but if you want the sensors placed for best accuracy, individual sensors is the way to go. Convenient setup and easy calibration. It works well, but you’ll most likely need to adjust the sensitivity level to eliminate false lightning strikes. As mentioned earlier double-check the DIP-switch settings in the manual.
I look forward to trying out some of your other sensors and products. If you’re in the market for a lightning detector for your PWS, or other reasons this is definitely worth a shot.
I have an Ecowitt weather station that I’m slowly building up, with the gateway, a WH31 sensor indoors, WH32 outdoors and a soil moisture sensor. This is, therefore, the next addition to the station.
This is one of those sensors that won’t be getting much use until there’s a storm, so I’ll have to update my review when that happens to see how well it’s picking it up. I’ve set it to maximum sensitivity and, when you access the online portal, you can even setup alerts. I’ve set it to alert me whenever there are any lightnight strikes.
If this works as well as all the other sensors, then it’ll do an excellent job. It’s certainly transmitting fine and it’s not the sensor’s fault that there’s no lightning yet.
I already have an Ecowitt base station so I’m always on the lookout for add-on devices to help predict the weather in my area since the weather forecasts on TV pretty much always get it wrong, lol.
This lightning sensor is well made and very easy to setup, after unpacking I glanced through the instructions and set the four dip switches to where I needed them, in my case they are set all to the down position, the instructions are very clear on the settings and this is also repeated on the units battery cover. After this I simply installed two AA batteries which unfortunately don’t come with the device but I have spares and once the batteries were fitted the sensor automatically connected to the base station (gateway) so I didn’t have to do a thing, how easy is that ? lol.
Once I was sure that it was all working properly I mounted it outside and under my porch way to help protect it from the elements using the two screws that are provided. The instructions say that it can be mounted indoors as well as outdoors but I thought that it might be more accurate if it was outside.
I can now see the data from the lightning sensor on the app’ and on the dashboard website, it will tell me how far away the lightning is and also how many strikes, I have added email notifications on my dashboard which will now tell me when lightning is getting within 25 miles as well as the number of strikes and if the batteries get too low in the sensor.
We are yet to have any lightning here so I am waiting for the next storm to see how well the unit actually works but I am very confident after looking at the quality of the device that it will be reliable.