Portable 4-in-1 Soil Meter Without Battery: Four Readings for Beds, Greenhouses and Plant Pots

The Yellow Square 4-in-1 soil analyzer is sold without a battery and weighs 120 g. Once a battery is fitted, it shows soil acidity within 4–10 pH, soil moisture, temperature and light level on an LCD.

Specifications

What you get

• Watering cues — the soil moisture reading shows when beds are drying out.
• Acidity check — pH readings within 4–10 pH.
• Site assessment — light and temperature for choosing where to plant.
• On-screen results — values appear on an LCD.
• Featherweight build — just 120 g.
• No paying for extras — a good fit if you already keep spare batteries.

Who it suits

Vegetable growers, farmers, florists, greenhouse and conservatory owners, and houseplant keepers who already have batteries at hand.

Who it does not suit

Anyone who wants to start measuring the moment the parcel arrives: there is no battery in the box, and its type is not stated. Acidity outside 4–10 pH is out of range.

Uses and compatibility

Vegetable gardens and orchards, greenhouses and flower conservatories, houseplants, and working out watering times and growing conditions for each crop. Power comes from a battery bought separately.

What's in the box

4-in-1 soil analyzer, no battery.

Questions and answers

Which battery does it take?

The supplier does not state the battery type, so check with the seller before ordering. No battery is included.

Is there a version with a battery?

Yes, a separate set comes with a battery; this version differs only in what is in the box.

How do I know when to water?

The meter reads soil moisture, which is the figure to go by when timing watering.

Can I use it in a greenhouse?

Yes, greenhouses and flower conservatories are among its main uses.