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qingping · Qingping Thermometer Hygrometer Sensor Works with HomeKit (Only Works with iOS), Wireless Indoor Temperature and Humidity Monitor with E Ink Display for Home, via Thread or Bluetooth
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Verdict
The Monitor T is a small e-ink temperature and humidity sensor built for Apple Home. It uses a Swiss-made sensor with a 0 to 50°C temperature range and 0 to 99.9% RH humidity range, sends readings to the Home app every 10 minutes over Thread or Bluetooth, and runs about 8 months on a battery. History can be exported for the last 30 days through the Qingping+ app on iPhone. It does not work with Android at all, which the listing says plainly. If you run an Apple Home with a Thread border router and want reliable comfort readings for automations, the documentation supports it as a neat, low-maintenance choice. If you are on Android, or want Wi-Fi without a hub, the Pro S or a different brand is the answer.
Who It Is For
- Apple Home users who want temperature and humidity as automation triggers for a humidifier, dehumidifier or heating.
- Nurseries, bedrooms and cellars where an always-visible e-ink reading and a long battery are the priorities.
- People adding several rooms to a Thread network at low cost per room.
Our guide to choosing a humidity meter for indoor use puts this class of sensor in context.
Documented Specifications
| Item | Documentation |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Swiss-made temperature and humidity sensor |
| Temperature range | 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F), °C/°F switch on rear button |
| Humidity range | 0 to 99.9% RH, non-condensing; avoid long-term use above 90% RH |
| Display | E-ink |
| Connectivity | Thread (with border router) or Bluetooth; Apple Home |
| Update interval | Every 10 minutes |
| History | Last 30 days exportable in Qingping+ (iOS only) |
| Battery | About 8 months in normal indoor conditions (Qingping lab data) |
| Platform | iPhone only; no Android support |
The Sensor and What to Expect
Qingping does not name the sensor maker in the listing beyond “Swiss-made”, which in this market almost always means a Sensirion humidity and temperature module. Those sensors are typically specified to within a couple of percent RH and a few tenths of a degree, which is well within what comfort and mould-risk decisions need. The listing advises letting the unit sit in the room for 20 minutes before trusting the reading, which is standard settling time for any hygrometer moved between environments. For verifying a unit like this, see how to calibrate a hygrometer and how to measure relative humidity correctly.
Thread, Bluetooth and Apple Home
Thread is a low-power mesh radio that Apple Home devices use to talk to each other without Wi-Fi. With a border router such as a HomePod mini or a recent Apple TV 4K, the Monitor T joins the mesh and its readings are available remotely and usable in automations. Without a border router it falls back to Bluetooth, which limits it to when an iPhone is nearby. Automations on temperature and humidity require iOS 15.1 or later and an updated hub. The 10-minute update interval is fine for comfort tracking; it is not a fast sensor and is not meant to be. Bluetooth versus hub-based designs are discussed in this guide, and the same logic applies here.
E-ink Display and Battery
The e-ink display reads like print from any angle and uses power only when it changes, which combined with Thread or Bluetooth Low Energy gives the 8-month battery figure. The rear button switches between Fahrenheit and Celsius. The listing includes a practical note: if the display shows low battery immediately after inserting the supplied cell, remove it, wait two hours and try again. Owners report this is a real quirk rather than a defect.
Strengths
- Thread support and native Apple Home integration.
- Readable e-ink display with a long battery life.
- Well-specified sensor with a 30-day export.
Limitations
- iPhone only; no Android support at all.
- 10-minute updates; not a fast-response sensor.
- No CO₂ or air quality readings.
- Remote access needs a Thread border router or Apple hub.
How It Compares
The Qingping Temp & RH Monitor Pro S is the larger-screen Wi-Fi model in the same family. The Qingping CO₂ monitor adds NDIR CO₂ and Wi-Fi with email alerts. The SwitchBot Meter Pro is a competing comfort monitor with Android support and Matter via a hub.
How We Research
This review is based on Qingping’s published specifications, the Amazon listing and owner reports. We did not run laboratory tests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Monitor T work with Android?
No. The listing states that it does not work with the Qingping+ app on Android and only works with iPhones. It is designed for Apple Home.
What do I need for Thread?
A Thread border router such as a HomePod mini, an Apple TV 4K (2nd generation, or 3rd generation with Ethernet) or a supported third-party router. Without one it uses Bluetooth.
How often does it update?
The listing states that it transmits the latest data to the hub or phone every 10 minutes.
How long does the battery last?
About 8 months in a normal indoor environment according to Qingping's lab data. The listing also notes a workaround if the low-battery indicator shows immediately after inserting the supplied battery.
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