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product_id: 19148644
title: "XLUX Plant Soil Moisture Meter, for Indoor and Outdoor use, Battery-Free | Since 2015, instant read, anti-rust 304 SST probe, Clear & Easy-to-Read Display, Single-Probe, less hurts to roots"
brand: "xlux"
price: "70.53 DT"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Xlux"
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# Battery-free operation - instant, eco-friendly readings 304 stainless steel probe - rust-resistant durability 10-scale color-coded dial - precise moisture levels XLUX Plant Soil Moisture Meter, for Indoor and Outdoor use, Battery-Free | Since 2015, instant read, anti-rust 304 SST probe, Clear & Easy-to-Read Display, Single-Probe, less hurts to roots

**Brand:** xlux
**Price:** 70.53 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Know your soil, grow your glow — water smarter, not harder!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** XLUX Plant Soil Moisture Meter, for Indoor and Outdoor use, Battery-Free | Since 2015, instant read, anti-rust 304 SST probe, Clear & Easy-to-Read Display, Single-Probe, less hurts to roots by xlux
- **How much does it cost?** 70.53 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/19148644-xlux-plant-soil-moisture-meter-for-indoor-and-outdoor-use)

## Best For

- xlux enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted xlux brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Visual Clarity:** Large, color-coded dial with 10 distinct moisture levels ensures you never over or underwater your plants again.
- • **Trusted Longevity:** Over a decade of proven reliability with 60,000+ verified ratings—join a community of savvy plant parents.
- • **Protect & Preserve:** Includes anti-abrasion sleeve to keep your stainless steel probe pristine and ready for flawless performance.
- • **Root Zone Precision:** High-sensitivity slim probe reaches deep for accurate moisture readings without damaging delicate roots.
- • **Effortless Monitoring:** Battery-free design means instant, real-time soil moisture data anytime, anywhere—no charging, no fuss.

## Overview

The XLUX Plant Soil Moisture Meter is a battery-free, precision tool featuring a rust-resistant 304 stainless steel slim probe that delivers instant, accurate moisture readings deep in the root zone. With a large, easy-to-read 10-scale color-coded dial, it removes guesswork from watering both indoor and outdoor plants. Trusted by over 60,000 users since 2015, it combines durability, eco-friendly operation, and user-friendly design to help you nurture healthier, happier plants effortlessly.

## Description

desertcart.com: XLUX Plant Soil Moisture Meter, for Indoor and Outdoor use, Battery-Free | Since 2015, instant read, anti-rust 304 SST probe, Clear & Easy-to-Read Display, Single-Probe, less hurts to roots : Patio, Lawn & Garden

Review: Wish I had Gotten this Sooner! - I used to think I didn't have a green thumb, but over the years, I've tried and tried and YouTube has helped me learn a ton about caring for house plants. I now have a jungle in all three of my apartment rooms! I still have a mishap on occasion and honestly, it's usually about watering. I got tired of sticking my finger into dirt and started using a chopstick and checking to see if the bottom was moist. Meh. Then I figured I'd give this moisture meter a try. I'm so glad I did. It works really fast (instantly, really) and is so far very accurate. It seems well made and is sturdy. I expected more of a cheaply made item and I'm pleasantly surprised that this seems well made, especially for the low price. No batteries needed, which is so great. You don't need instructions - you just stick the probe into the bottom of your soil and it tells you the moisture content. You need to know the needs of each plant and water or not water based on the reading. The outer box comes with a guide on watering requirements for a large variety of plants, which would very helpful for beginners, but I know what each of my plants needs are, so I tossed the box. The probe is really long, so I'm happy about that feature. The probe is stainless and seems very durable. For $10, this is a must have if you are a plant owner. I wish I hadn't waited so long to pick this up!
Review: So far, so good (early review) - I don't typically review products until I've had/used them for awhile (several months) but doing this one early. So far, so good: I think the meter is accurate. It has seems to have help me save one of my fiddle leaf figs from root rot (I had this fiddle leaf on the same watering schedule as the fiddle leaf right next to it - which is doing amazing - yet the same schedule caused root rot to set in in this fiddle leaf). I will say that the watering guide printed on the box does not make a whole lot of sense, depending on how you interpret it. It is not consistent. Is it tell you when to water? Or what level of moisture to water to? (level to keep soil at). Either way, you will see that there are mistakes for certain plants. If you interpret the guide as tell you where the plant likes to be BEFORE you water it again, then here are some of the mistakes I see: the sansevieria plant (snake plant or "mother-in-law's tongue") - this plant is DEFINITELY a red zone plant. It likes dry conditions most of the time, somewhat like a cactus. If you kept this plant's soil in the suggested zone (green zone 6-7), as the guide suggests, you will quickly rot the roots and kill this plant. I also think the same is true for the ponytail plant. It likes to get to dry soil before the next watering occurs. But the opposite is true for the umbrella tree (listed as red zone plant). This "cousin" of the fiddle leaf fig does NOT like it's soil to ever become completely dry (unlike the fiddle leaf which should be firmly in the red zone before watering again). The umbrella tree likes to have it's soil just shy of being completely dry before receiving a "deep watering" (I'm guessing when the soil is at a moisture level of about 4-5 or a bit less is okay too; it can survive being in the red zone - it just doesn't love it and it lets you know by its drooping leaves). I'm not sure how many other flaws there might be in this guide, as I am not familiar with every type of plant listed but - if you interpret it as I am - it seems that a lot of the recommendations are correct. Personally, I would still look-up (google search) the water requirements of each individual plant. The vast majority of houseplants should be dry (in the red zone) before watering if you want to avoid root rot. Many plants can be saved from dryness (under-watering) but it is VERY difficult to save a plant from root rot (over-watering).

## Features

- Trusted Since 2015: Become one of the many plant lovers who rely on the proven accuracy of XLUX. Established in 2015, our soil moisture meter has earned over 60,000+ verified ratings for its consistent performance. While many many newer brands come and go, we provide the long-term reliability and quality that American households have trusted for over a decade.
- Take the guesswork out of watering: While your eyes and fingers can only determine the moisture level of the soil surface, the XLUX meter tells you exactly what’s happening deep inside your pot or garden. Our high-sensitivity probe reaches the root zone where it matters most, requiring no batteries or charging—simply insert for an immediate, real-time reading to help your plants stay healthy and vibrant.
- Clear & Easy-to-Read Display: Perfect for beginners and expert gardeners alike. The large, color-coded dial features 10 distinct scales (Dry-Moist-Wet), making it incredibly simple to know exactly when to water. From lush Monsteras to tall Fiddle Leaf Figs, you’ll get the clarity you need at a single glance, ensuring every plant gets the precise care it deserves.
- Slim Single-Probe: Protects Delicate Roots: Protect your plants' health. Unlike bulky dual-probe testers or thick-diameter sensors that can tear and stress sensitive root systems, our sleek, slim-needle design slides smoothly into various soil types. It delivers reliable moisture data with minimal soil displacement, keeping your plants’ delicate roots safe and undisturbed while you monitor their hydration.
- Pristine Condition & Essential Care: To ensure you receive a factory-fresh instrument, each XLUX meter includes a custom anti-abrasion protective sleeve. This inner liner prevents micro-scratches during transit, maintaining the integrity of the 304 stainless steel probe. Usage Tips: 1. Soil Use Only (no liquids). 2. Temporary Test: Insert, read, and remove within 5 minutes. 3. Maintenance: Always wipe the probe clean and store it in its protective sleeve after use.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B014MJ8J2U |
| Battery Description | No batteries required |
| Best Sellers Rank | #202 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #1 in Soil Meters |
| Brand | XLUX |
| Brand Name | XLUX |
| Color | Green |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 71,052 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00746827951865 |
| Item Dimensions W x H | 2.36"W x 10.24"H |
| Manufacturer | IAGtek |
| Model | T10 |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operating Humidity | 1 to 10% |
| Part Number | 746827951865 |
| Product Dimensions | 2.36"W x 10.24"H |
| Temperature Accuracy | 1.5 |
| Temperature Reading Accuracy | plus_minus_0_point_5_degrees_celsius |
| UPC | 746827951865 |
| Upper Temperature Range | 45 °C |

## Product Details

- **Battery Description:** No batteries required
- **Brand:** XLUX
- **Color:** Green
- **Mounting Type:** Tabletop
- **Product Dimensions:** 2.36"W x 10.24"H

## Images

![XLUX Plant Soil Moisture Meter, for Indoor and Outdoor use, Battery-Free | Since 2015, instant read, anti-rust 304 SST probe, Clear & Easy-to-Read Display, Single-Probe, less hurts to roots - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61NLKMD+2iL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do the 0-10 tallies correlate to percentage?  So is 2 equal to 20% moisture?**
A: 2 is equal to 2% moisture

**Q: If my plant falls under the 0-3 red category, does that mean I only water it when the meter indicates that’s where the soil is at?**
A: Yes you want to keep your plant in the Red Zone, if you’re are getting passed the Red Zone (4-10) you are over watering. You don’t want to pass up 3 and don’t add water again until you reach 1

**Q: Has anyone found this guide off?  some of the plants listed for the high moisture range are ones that all other guides say should be low?**
A: I didn’t use the “guide”.  My only reason for buying the item was to test the moisture in the soil.  As far as the moisture differences in what this or that plant requires, I just Google it and research a little.

**Q: I'm not sure i understand the guide on the back of the box for each plant.  is it suggesting what the moisture should be for each plant? please elabor**
A: As long as the needle on the tester goes up half way at least, then there is plenty of moisture. There is no set number for how much moister each type of plant needs. I have used one for at least 10 yrs and it has always kept things just right, as well as telling me when I need to water.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wish I had Gotten this Sooner!
*by C***J on July 23, 2026*

I used to think I didn't have a green thumb, but over the years, I've tried and tried and YouTube has helped me learn a ton about caring for house plants. I now have a jungle in all three of my apartment rooms! I still have a mishap on occasion and honestly, it's usually about watering. I got tired of sticking my finger into dirt and started using a chopstick and checking to see if the bottom was moist. Meh. Then I figured I'd give this moisture meter a try. I'm so glad I did. It works really fast (instantly, really) and is so far very accurate. It seems well made and is sturdy. I expected more of a cheaply made item and I'm pleasantly surprised that this seems well made, especially for the low price. No batteries needed, which is so great. You don't need instructions - you just stick the probe into the bottom of your soil and it tells you the moisture content. You need to know the needs of each plant and water or not water based on the reading. The outer box comes with a guide on watering requirements for a large variety of plants, which would very helpful for beginners, but I know what each of my plants needs are, so I tossed the box. The probe is really long, so I'm happy about that feature. The probe is stainless and seems very durable. For $10, this is a must have if you are a plant owner. I wish I hadn't waited so long to pick this up!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So far, so good (early review)
*by 4***H on November 5, 2023*

I don't typically review products until I've had/used them for awhile (several months) but doing this one early. So far, so good: I think the meter is accurate. It has seems to have help me save one of my fiddle leaf figs from root rot (I had this fiddle leaf on the same watering schedule as the fiddle leaf right next to it - which is doing amazing - yet the same schedule caused root rot to set in in this fiddle leaf). I will say that the watering guide printed on the box does not make a whole lot of sense, depending on how you interpret it. It is not consistent. Is it tell you when to water? Or what level of moisture to water to? (level to keep soil at). Either way, you will see that there are mistakes for certain plants. If you interpret the guide as tell you where the plant likes to be BEFORE you water it again, then here are some of the mistakes I see: the sansevieria plant (snake plant or "mother-in-law's tongue") - this plant is DEFINITELY a red zone plant. It likes dry conditions most of the time, somewhat like a cactus. If you kept this plant's soil in the suggested zone (green zone 6-7), as the guide suggests, you will quickly rot the roots and kill this plant. I also think the same is true for the ponytail plant. It likes to get to dry soil before the next watering occurs. But the opposite is true for the umbrella tree (listed as red zone plant). This "cousin" of the fiddle leaf fig does NOT like it's soil to ever become completely dry (unlike the fiddle leaf which should be firmly in the red zone before watering again). The umbrella tree likes to have it's soil just shy of being completely dry before receiving a "deep watering" (I'm guessing when the soil is at a moisture level of about 4-5 or a bit less is okay too; it can survive being in the red zone - it just doesn't love it and it lets you know by its drooping leaves). I'm not sure how many other flaws there might be in this guide, as I am not familiar with every type of plant listed but - if you interpret it as I am - it seems that a lot of the recommendations are correct. Personally, I would still look-up (google search) the water requirements of each individual plant. The vast majority of houseplants should be dry (in the red zone) before watering if you want to avoid root rot. Many plants can be saved from dryness (under-watering) but it is VERY difficult to save a plant from root rot (over-watering).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plant saver!
*by K***R on May 14, 2026*

A very simple, basic product. No electronics, no moving parts. Just stick the metal rod into the plant soil (I usually check in two or three different spots) and it tells you on the dial how dry or moist the soil is. Some plants don't like the soil to ever get dry, other plants should definitely be allowed to dry out before being watered, so you need to know about your particular plant to fully benefit from this product. This moisture meter does prevent overwatering (which is a frequent cause of root rot and plant death). My only negative note is that the meter seems a bit fragile: I dropped one on the floor and although it looked fine, it stopped working (it would always read totally "dry"). I think the probe got disconnected from the meter inside the plastic top as a result of the impact sustained when it hit the floor. That's why I bought a second one.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-01*