(Part 2) Best soil test kits according to redditors
We found 232 Reddit comments discussing the best soil test kits. We ranked the 66 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
Confession: Iâm pretty sure I screwed up the pH. I made the mistake of using the water from my brand new dehumidifier. I recall reading somewhere that condensed water from a dehumidifier was fairly neutral in pH. (And of course the crappy pH meter I bought was not showing me anything but 7.0 - ever).
So I bought one of these and a couple bottles of actual distilled water. The new tester works pretty well (after I changed batteries - it was registering everything at 4.5 until I did). Distilled was at 7.0. Checked my tap water: 6.0. Checked the water I have been using coming out of the dehumidifier: 4.5. Damn.
Poured some distilled into the pots, and then checked the run-off: 4.5. Damn again.
Other tested said weâre N deficient, P is okay and K is over⊠Iâm all assuming due to the pH screw-up.
I have some pH Up i could add to my water, but I worry that would shock it. Iâm guessing at this point I should just flush with distilled for a while until the run-off evens out to around 6.5âŠthen we should be groovy.
Thoughts? Suggestions and advice welcome.
https://www.amazon.ca/Fosmon-Moisture-Measurement-Growning-Vegetable/dp/B01MRUW82L/ref=sr_1_7?crid=2KOBR2VFYJI7D&keywords=ph+soil+meter&qid=1551212703&s=gateway&sprefix=ph+soil+me%2Caps%2C155&sr=8-7
something like this
I would recommend one like this
I have This one but it is kind of bulky and I do not use the PH meter.
There's a bunch of builds out there for Arduino and Raspberry pi.
Sensors are cheap too.
https://www.amazon.com/Kuman-Moisture-Compatible-Raspberry-Automatic/dp/B071F4RDHY
Get a moisture meter. Check your plants care instructions. Not all plants need/want to be watered weekly.
This is the meter I have, I found mine at Loweâs.
https://www.amazon.com/Tester-Moisture-Gardening-Outdoor-Battery/dp/B07RND553F/ref=asc_df_B07RND553F/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=344041227836&hvpos=1o7&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8100836781795029771&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003221&hvtargid=pla-828699911967&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=67585364605&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=344041227836&hvpos=1o7&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8100836781795029771&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003221&hvtargid=pla-828699911967
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That's a great question, I had a hell of a time trying to find that too. it's no where on the package. here is the link on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SG3TCM5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It says it's by 'HACOON'. try googling that name.
Dr.meter S30 Soil Moisture Meter, Soil PH Moisture Sunlight 3 in 1 Soil Test Kits for Garden, Lawn Plants Indoors & Outdoors https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N19JD3K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LyT1DbT1QCCP8
This thing. Nothing too high tech or special, it's just easier than trying to get my fingers way down in the soil.
They're a brand called beast
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Advanced-Boxing-Martial-Elasticated-Bandages/dp/B079NC7RY1/ref=asc_df_B079NC7RY1/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=214529524006&hvpos=1o4&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6409167499095391372&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006736&hvtargid=pla-444671318398&psc=1
That's a long URL but yeah those. I wash them once a week, use them 3-4 times a week so they're holding up pretty good, I thought the stitching on the Velcro was going to come off but I'm careful so it's not an issue.
These are good:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B079HLJ8B6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3wvFDbB1FR1NA
And they come in 3-watch versions too:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07MVC99VD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nyvFDbFP953KZ
No luxury materials. But looks smart and great value for money.
You could use something like this
https://www.amazon.com/Kuman-Moisture-Compatible-Raspberry-Automatic/dp/B071F4RDHY/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1541189270&sr=8-8&keywords=%3Bsoil+moisture+sensor
If you do, I advise only applying power to them, read the sensor, then immediately remove power. Having power applied causes them to corrode very quickly
Get a capacitive soil moisture sensor, not a resistive sensor.
https://www.dfrobot.com/product-1385.html
You can find them for a few bucks.
https://www.amazon.com/Capacitive-Moisture-Corrosion-Resistant-Detection/dp/B07SYBSHGX/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Capacitive+Soil+Moisture+Sensor&qid=1568706277&s=gateway&sr=8-4
An pH tester will do- a kit or a probe like this one.
Mix the perlite in thoroughly.
Thank you! It's been through a lot but it's gorgeous! I use this meter.
https://www.amazon.com/Moisture-Tester-Vegetables-Gardening-Outdoors/dp/B07T52YXP1/ref=asc_df_B07T52YXP1/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=366329556945&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14078386932206708647&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028321&hvtargid=pla-800795435646&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=77906172644&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=366329556945&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14078386932206708647&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028321&hvtargid=pla-800795435646
I bought one of those probes you stick in the soil, seems to work pretty good for moisture readings, donât use it for PH though that doesnât seem to be accurate
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GWMP24L
here's the one I got, working well after about 6 months of use still
XLUX Soil Moisture Sensor Meter -... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FDB29VP?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Sonkir Soil pH Meter, MS01 3-in-1 Soil Moisture/Light/pH Tester Gardening Tool Kits for Plant Care, Great for Garden, Lawn, Farm, Indoor & Outdoor Use (Green) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BRDV7L8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AQMOCb4NVXATF
This one! It also records soil Ph and apparently the amount of light your plant is getting. Iâve never used the light function. I use the moisture the most obviously, and then the Ph periodically.
Itâs good to measure calatheas because they like their soil slightlyyyy acidic at 6.5! To get them a little acidity, I mix in a tiny bit of unwashed coffee grounds on the top of their soil. Ideally throughout, but I havenât reported this guy yet!
Amazon sells soil probes, not sure how shipping to Canada works because we're in the US. This is where we get the ones that we use at our office, and they work just fine.
https://www.amazon.com/Nupla-NC-PRB4T-Probe-Handle-Length/dp/B004UMJ960/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1494787426&sr=8-4-fkmr2&keywords=astm+soil+testing+probe
I believe [this] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0746MRR1P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ta-NAbZ5DMQQH) was it. Problem is, it's Bluetooth. I don't want to have to walk over to my my plants, connect, and get an alert. By then I could check the soil myself. Wifi is the only option. I saw that Husqvarna bought out a company and they offer a ton of smart lawn tools like robotic lawn mowers but they aren't available in the US yet.
Fosmon Soil pH Tester - 3-in-1... https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B01MRUW82L?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Thatâs worked well for me, pretty accurate just make sure to wipe it after use because otherwise itâll give inaccurate results
Can I do this myself? with something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Luster-Leaf-1605-Rapitest-Digital/dp/B00FGPLZZS
Just need to change the link to .ca : https://www.amazon.ca/Nupla-NC-PRB4T-Probe-Handle-Length/dp/B004UMJ960/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1494787426&sr=8-4-fkmr2&keywords=astm+soil+testing+probe
You are not alone brother! Promix HP is notorious for having ph problems...I wound up blending pro mix with fox farm and/or some ocean forest soil to help keep things balanced. However, if you would like to stick with Promix HP, I would recommend mixing in some dolomite or calcitic lime to help regulate a stable, healthy ph. Go ahead and check out the links below- one is an article straight from the Promix website about adding lime to help regulate ph.
Crispy48867 is correct - those ph ranges are ideal but it is also VERY important not to change the ph rapidly! Just like everything else in the garden, things need to change slowwwwly and consistently in order for the plant to have time to adapt and avoid stress. So going from 6.8 ph soil and then 5.5 water and then it rises back up to 6.8 after a while....that's a lot of rapid change and stress for any lady to endure! Definitely consider adding a ph stabilizing agent to your grow medium and or/water.
One last thought - checking water runoff ph isn't as simple as is sounds. I also just collected whatever water was in my tray under my container.... but from experience and reading these forums i learned that runoff water can be misleading. Consider buying a ph meter you can stick right into the soil. This removes all shadow of a doubt, and its much easier to keep checking your soil ph. The very bottom link is the one I bought which is pretty accurate, but there are other ones on the market that are cheaper.
Hope this was helpful and feel free to reach out with any more questions/concerns!
https://www.pthorticulture.com/en/training-center/stabilize-a-growing-mediums-ph-with-water-and-fertilizer/
https://www.maximumyield.com/perfecting-ph/2/1212
https://www.amazon.com/CWP-716578-Accurate-Soil-Meter/dp/B0746XC9XB/ref=asc_df_B0746XC9XB/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=216531775325&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6764616382161071060&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1018344&hvtargid=pla-350315139500&psc=1