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Flume Water Monitor Smart Home Water Monitoring to Detect Leaks Track Water Usage in Real Time Compatible with Alexa
Last Updated: April 24, 2022 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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Usage
115installation, meter, setup, install, house
+95%
-5%
" ... The installation and the setup of the product is very simple. ... "
" ... Easy to set up daily/weekly budgets with notification and install access to support through the app. ... "
" ... Easy to install, convenient monitoring, very good product overall ... "
" ... Installation and setup took less than five minutes. ... "
" ... Was every bit as easy to install and program as other reviews mentioned. ... "
" ... Upon install it had to register the meter twice for some reason. ... The Meter is probably 200' from the house too. ... "
" ... Easy to work, easy to use, gives you enough info about the usage which seems close to accuracy, you can setup a manual leak detection as well. ... "
" ... Very clear instructions and easy to install/connect to network. ... "
Body
93usage, flume, meter, bill, leak
+83%
-17%
" ... It’s clearly built from quality, the technology is amazing and useful to help save water by showing you accurately and simply just how much water you’re probably wasting. ... "
" ... Needed to verify water usage and this was the perfect item. ... Had the Flume attached and monitoring for about 36 hours, when I saw a guy from the water authority in front of the house taking a water meter reading. ... "
" ... The amazing part about Flume is that it reads it directly from the water meter and the installation is so easy. ... "
" ... Water was running in the house. ... I am now a water use tyrant for the family. ... Plus, my public water system paid me a $150 rebate! ... "
" ... It connects directly to the city water meter, so the Flume measures the total water flow. ... "
" ... Here is a tip: when it asks for a picture of your water meter, make sure you don't skip this step and take a clear picture. ... "
" ... While you don't exactly know what faucet/toilet is consuming the water - it does let you see more into the usage. ... "
" ... The Flume system is very sensitive and will show very small rates of water flow. ... The water usage values also appear to be very accurate and are available to view in great detail. ... I highly recommend the Flume system to anyone that would like to keep track of their water usage. ... "
Software
56flume, meter, usage, easy to use, web
+82%
-18%
" ... I checked out the reading from the Flume app as well and compared it to the reading from the meter and found it to be pretty accurate. ... "
" ... 1) Download the app - very straightforward ... I ran some tests where I compared the usage from Flume app with the meter readings, and I am right now seeing over 99% accuracy - its amazing! ... "
" ... I'll start with saying that I have a mostly automated home - and home automation is the one part of technology that lags so far behind the rest that it makes you want to rip out your hair. ... The features in the app are fantastic in that way, from push notifications on the device to text messaging (down to being able to designate an alternate for when you're unavailable or out of town). ... "
" ... The app on my phone has a dashboard showing real time usage and current water flow. ... "
" ... Easy install and very simple app to use and monitor leaks. ... "
" ... Their support over the app is very quick and reliable. ... Details that we see on usage and other thing on app dashboard is we enjoyable and we have confident that we are in control of our water usage and any future water incidents. ... "
" ... again, the phone app alerted us. ... "
" ... the app provides real time and historical information as well as consumption alerts that are easy to understand and view. ... "
Reliability
50month, flume, leak, usage, batteries
+60%
-40%
" ... I am going to start using it with my customers as it is so powerful and pays for itself in a few months! ... "
" ... Product has worked well for over a year. ... "
" ... So far unit has been working great and I’ve seen a small leak as a result. ... "
" ... The new unit, upgraded unit has been working flawlessly. ... "
" ... This device is a lifesaver and I can have peace of mind that this issue won’t happen again. ... "
" ... 6 months later and still works like a gem! ... "
" ... - Allow budgeting by calendar month . ... "
" ... I’ve had the product for 6 months and it worked flawlessly. ... "
Connectivity
37bridge, flume, wi fi, network, signal
+70%
-30%
" ... It’s great when a “smart” device doesn’t disappoint. ... "
" ... Once I got my WiFi signal put to the curb, this worked as promised. ... "
" ... Works well and has the look and feel of an Apple device . ... "
" ... I have a strong wi-fi signal in the basement so it was a breeze to set this up. ... "
" ... I got a generic message that someone would get back to be within 24 hours but support ended up connecting immediately. ... "
" ... It is a guided step by step process using my mobile phone. ... "
" ... I am a home automation junkie and the Flume meter was mentioned in one of the online groups. ... "
" ... I've set the app to both notify me on my phone and with emails. ... "
Battery
22battery, flume, lithium, months, meter
+32%
-68%
" ... Summary: The product worked as intended for 1.5 years, but it stopped working after I replaced the batteries. ... Somehow between replacing the battery and putting it back next to the meter, the device had become "unstable" and my only recourse was to upgrade to the newer version for $79. ... Battery replacement issue: ... - After about 1.5 years of use, the batteries ran out as expected. ... I expected it to last a lot longer, and now I'm not sure if my next battery replacement will cause issues as well. ... "
" ... Now a brand new set of batteries and the device reads them as dead batteries. ... Also, read the reviews, I'm not the 1st one to suffer battery damage incidents. ... The new Flume seems to require a battery pack now. ... It would of ran probably 8 hours without the Flume notification. ... "
" ... They were never able to recalibrate the sensor after the battery replacement and the system is useless. ... "
" ... At first, I thought that there was an issue with the battery but replacing them did not resolve the issue. ... "
" ... After using it for few months, batteries died. ... It has 11 screws that need to be taken off to access battery. ... Be ready to shell that money after batteries are dead in gen 1. ... "
" ... This thing worked great up until the batteries died. ... About a month after changing them, the device said the batteries had died again. ... The batteries will die, you will have to replace them and your product will fail. ... "
" ... Because I was able to get it up and running by reseating the batteries. ... Or, just skip the support and try reseating the batteries. ... "
" ... Reading the other low reviews, I too have experienced the exact same issues as everyone else here where the batteries suddenly start dying quickly. ... Changed out with EXPENSIVE Energizer Ultimate lithium batteries (same as what it came with), and within 2/3 weeks, got another low battery notification. ... The batteries test to have full charge this second time though but the Flume Apps shows nearly dead. ... Where you see the 'spots' circled, they are in contact with very sharp edges on the battery terminals with zero clearance to not be in tight/close contact. ... "
Marketplace
21works, described, amazon, returned, received
+62%
-38%
" ... Thank you Flume team. ... "
" ... Works just as described. ... "
" ... Works brilliantly exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... I received my unit within 3 days (Amazon said it would take a week) - and this is what I experienced: ... "
" ... Just what you see in the picture. ... Amazon fixed and I received a new unit. ... "
" ... From the time I opened the box and looked at my first reading it was under 10 minutes! ... "
" ... In summary, Flume works as advertised. ... "
" ... You take a picture of your meter and it knows the rest. ... "
Price
16waste, lot of money, worth, well worth, saved
+63%
-38%
" ... How did it save me money? ... "
" ... These might not be huge cost savers, but it's waste - and I'm glad to stop waste wherever possible. ... "
" ... It has saved me a lot of money within the first day. ... "
" ... After a few negotiations, I was offered a discounted price of $79 for the Flume 2. ... "
" ... This is a set it and forget it product until there is an issue and it will save you a lot of money. ... "
" ... This product is well worth the price and in my estimate, should be a necessary ad on in all houses. ... "
" ... Worth the money! ... "
" ... Just send us money. ... "
Accuracy
16meter, measurements, flume, easy to install, accuracy
+88%
-13%
" ... The system did work upon initial installation and was about 99% accurate. ... "
" ... The monitoring is quite accurate. ... "
" ... It's easy to install, has impressive range, and seems pretty accurate. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and accurate. ... "
" ... Flow measurements seem pretty accurate. ... "
" ... I ran some tests where I compared the usage from Flume app with the meter readings, and I am right now seeing over 99% accuracy - its amazing! ... "
" ... It is amazingly accurate and it already found several small leaks that I was able to fix. ... "
" ... The Flume ap is so accurate! ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
13described, amazon, received, picture, company
+77%
-23%
" ... I received my unit within 3 days (Amazon said it would take a week) - and this is what I experienced: ... "
" ... You take a picture of your meter and it knows the rest. ... "
" ... Just what you see in the picture. ... Amazon fixed and I received a new unit. ... "
" ... There was no request by Flume to write this review. ... "
" ... In summary, Flume works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works just as described. ... "
" ... Thank you Flume team. ... "
" ... Works brilliantly exactly as advertised. ... "
Network
12wifi, meter, bridge, pit, network
+75%
-25%
" ... The reliability of the signal has been amazing. ... "
" ... I put the bridge in the farthest from the pit corner of my house, so it is two walls one of which is exterial and is around the corner. ... "
" ... After running perfectly for about 4 months it seemed the signal was not picking up anymore. ... "
" ... I have a strong wi-fi signal in the basement so it was a breeze to set this up. ... "
" ... When I look at the app, the signal strength is strong! ... "
" ... Once I got my WiFi signal put to the curb, this worked as promised. ... "
" ... We have a number of other bridge units running different electronic networks around the house in conjunction with a multi-node mesh wifi. ... Our house is a traditional stucco construction which normally reduces the radio signals dramatically. ... Perform the start up function and signal connection next to the wifi node, then slip it onto the meter using the provided straps. ... "
" ... But given how impressively the long-range signal to the street pit functions, I almost have to forgive the WiFi issues . ... "
Notifications
10text, notification, notifications, flume, email
+80%
-20%
" ... have not tested alerts yet - this is mainly what i bought it for ... "
" ... In addition alerts you to a possible flood scenario if it detects more than average daily ... "
" ... this will catch it right away and alert you. ... "
" ... The features in the app are fantastic in that way, from push notifications on the device to text messaging (down to being able to designate an alternate for when you're unavailable or out of town). ... "
" ... I have also setup alerts for leakages. ... "
" ... I received email as well as text notification. ... I set up for my wife and son to also receive texts. ... "
" ... This alerts me when I'm just a few gallons above normal. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
9returned, sent it back, replaced, refund, offered
+22%
-78%
" ... I made a mistake not opening the box before the return window closed. ... "
" ... It needs to be replaced. ... "
" ... There was no replacement offered. ... "
" ... I was told to return this and get the 2.0, which can count both ways. ... "
" ... Sent it back and ordered this one. ... "
" ... I had to return this product ... "
" ... This caused damage to the foundation that was costly to,repair. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
7described, picture, works as advertised, see, exactly as advertised
+100%
" ... Works brilliantly exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Just what you see in the picture. ... "
" ... Works just as described. ... "
" ... In summary, Flume works as advertised. ... "
" ... You take a picture of your meter and it knows the rest. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
Comfort
5wheel, water, track, strap, sprinkler
+80%
-20%
" ... 3) Attach the Flume to the meter - really simple - I needed to contort my hands a bit since the meter in our home is not that easily accessible, but nonetheless I think it took maybe 30 seconds to attach the rubber band around the meter ... "
" ... Once adjusted it seemed to be pretty sensitive. ... "
" ... however, that situation was nipped in the bud immediately, and he hasn't had the nerve to mention it since. ... "
" ... Hands down, one of the most (if not THE most) useful products I’ve purchased in the last five years. ... "
Cleaning
4meter, water meter, water, plumbing, minutes
+25%
-75%
" ... Conceptually, this isn't that big of a deal (a few bugs and a little dirt), but in reality, it requires recalibration that can take weeks to get right. ... "
" ... I ordered a brand new one, but the product arrived with dirt and grass on it. ... "
Sound
3sounded, listen, hear, flume
+67%
-33%
" ... Conceptually, the Flume system sounded ideal. ... "
Performance
3job, flume
+100%
" ... The response was quite fast. ... "
" ... Outstanding job Bryce and Flume. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
3box, set, flume, first, arrived
+67%
-33%
" ... From the time I opened the box and looked at my first reading it was under 10 minutes! ... "
" ... My new Flume arrived a couple of days later, 15 minutes to set it up, and once again it works perfectly. ... "
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