Flood sensors for your home
D-Link Wi-Fi Water Sensor
Cnet rating: 4 stars out of 5 The good: D-Link’s Water Sensor is smartly designed and features all the important perks to make it an effective flood detector.
The bad: D-Link’s only real weakness is that it relies on being plugged in, which means power outages are its Achilles’ heel. The cost: $57 to $90
The bottom line: The D-Link Water Sensor is one of the best flood sensors on the market. If you’re considering buying such a device, this should be the first option on your list — especially if you don’t already use a smarthome hub.
Fibaro Flood Sensor
Cnet rating: 4 stars out of 5 The good: The Fibaro Flood Sensor combines clever design with an open interface, allowing users to creatively pair it with sirens, complementary sensors and more. The bad: The tilt sensor can be hit-ormiss, and the price is definitely steep, especially if you want to monitor multiple areas at risk of water damage. The cost: $60 The bottom line: The Fibaro won’t be for everyone, but its versatility and reliable design make it one of the best water sensors for homes at risk of flooding.
Samsung SmartThings Water Leak Sensor
Cnet rating: 3.5 stars out of 5 The good: The SmartThings Leak Sensor works reliably and features a streamlined design. The bad: It’s so simple, some people might be reluctant to drop $40 on it. The cost: $40
The bottom line: SmartThings’ device is reliable and simple to install. For those who already have a SmartThings hub, getting one or two of these sensors to put around the house should be a no-brainer.
Honeywell Lyric Wi-Fi Leak and Freeze Detector
Cnet rating: 3 stars out of 5 The good: The Honeywell Lyric Leak and Freeze Detector is one of the most feature-rich sensors of any on the market. The bad: The high price seems inappropriate for a device that isn’t waterproof and integrates with hardly any other gadget. The cost: $80
The bottom line: Honeywell’s gadget is an impressive piece of smart-home tech, but its price feels a little too high for most people. And the fact it isn’t waterproof is a major problem.