Why it matters
The Proteus L5 connects straight to home Wi-Fi, with no hub, and sends alerts when water rises above or falls below levels you set. You can watch the level live online.
It plugs directly into a wall outlet, which keeps installation simple, and suits sumps, tanks and other water-level monitoring.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Sump pits and tanks
- Owners who want custom thresholds
Look elsewhere if
- Power outages without backup power
- Homes without Wi-Fi
Pros and cons
Pros
- No hub needed
- Custom thresholds
- Live view
Cons
- No battery backup stated
- Needs Wi-Fi
- Sensor placement matters
Limitations to weigh
- Wi-Fi alerts need a working router and power; units with a backup battery keep the local alarm sounding in an outage.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Compatible devices | Smartphone | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 3.5"L x 3.5"W x 2"H | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Wall Mount | Retailer |
| Model number | Speed8Bgreen_SML | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A simple sensor if you mainly want phone alerts.
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Questions buyers ask
Does the L5 need a hub?
No, it connects directly to Wi-Fi.
Can I set high and low alerts?
Yes, both are programmable.