A CLOSER LOOKSmart Home
Hang a sensor where a screen is awkward.
SwitchBot Outdoor Meter
IP65 Bluetooth temperature and humidity sensor
Buyer feedback ↓SwitchBot’s Outdoor Meter is a small IP65 temperature and humidity sensor with a hanging cord. It trades a local screen for a compact body and readings in the SwitchBot app.
- 60 × 28 mmBody face · H × W≈ 0.7 × 0.33 bank-card lengths
- 20 mmBody depthStand or hanging cord excluded≈ 0.94 nickel diameters
- IP65Housing protectionBluetooth; hub for remote alerts
Amazon US · IP65 Bluetooth temperature and humidity sensor · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
Choose it for a small hanging sensor with documented weather resistance. The cord makes it easy to place in a sheltered growing area, and the app records trends rather than giving only a single reading. It fits especially well if you already use a compatible SwitchBot hub.
Skip it if you want an on-device screen or standalone Wi-Fi. It uses Bluetooth, with a hub needed for remote notifications. IP65 covers dust and water jets under the rating conditions; it does not make the sensor submersible.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
Hang it in moving air.
The lanyard keeps the small body off the shelf. Position it away from direct sun and local heat sources if you want a representative air reading.
Manufacturer specifications and operation ↗ · Manufacturer sensor dimensions ↗ · Exact US package and model ↗ · Video walkthrough ↗
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Owners find the stored history useful for checking temperature trends between app visits. Bluetooth experiences vary: one reports repeated connection attempts on a tablet but quick connections on a newer phone; another reports quick iPhone connections but slow adjustment after a large temperature change.
Export feedback is mixed: one owner enjoys spreadsheet exports, while another finds the Android export workflow frustrating when trying to save a file locally or transfer it to a desktop.
What buyers like
- quality261
- functionality76
- data53
- battery life38
Mixed feedback
- connectivity153
- accuracy98
- bluetooth range55
Common concerns
- data visibility36
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
SwitchBot Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer Review - Smart Outdoor Thermometer
Mark’s Tech Vlogs reviews this screenless sensor and explains the hub options used with it. Hub accessories shown in the video are separate purchases.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read source summaries Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The lanyard keeps the small body off the shelf. Position it away from direct sun and local heat sources if you want a representative air reading.
Mark’s Tech Vlogs reviews this screenless sensor and explains the hub options used with it. Hub accessories shown in the video are separate purchases.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
Swipe to see every alternative →
THIS GUIDESwitchBot Outdoor MeterSingle sensor |  ALTERNATIVESwitchBot Meter PlusSingle sensor |  ALTERNATIVESensorPush HT.wSingle sensor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $12.74 | $15.29 | $69.99 |
| Best for | Hanging a weather-resistant sensor | Local display plus phone history | Compact app-based logging |
| Design | Screenless sensor | Display and Bluetooth | Screenless sensor |
| Use | Keep sensing openings exposed | Keep sensing openings exposed | Keep sensing openings exposed |
| Consider | Hub or gateway for remote access | Hub or gateway for remote access | Hub or gateway for remote access |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
SwitchBot Outdoor Meter · IP65 Bluetooth temperature and humidity sensor · Amazon US
The chart legend identifies Amazon and new-offer prices when available. New offers can include marketplace sellers. Coupons, shipping and size/color selections can change the final price. Blank periods are missing observations, not a zero price.
06 / RELATED FINDS
A few useful extras.
For the way you plan to use it.
Check a humidity offset
Boveda Hygrometer Calibration Kit
The Boveda reference kit can check a hygrometer against a fixed humidity point before you rely on its readings.
Keep placement tidy
Gardner Bender Beaded Cable Ties
Reusable beaded ties can secure a hanging loop or gather nearby cable slack without covering the sensor.