Manufacturer | Eve Systems LLC |
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Part Number | 20EBZ8701 |
Item Weight | 3.9 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1.77 x 2.56 x 2.56 inches |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Item model number | 20EBZ8701 |
Color | White |
Style | Eve Water Guard |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Sound Level | 100 dB |
Included Components | Eve Water Guard, Interchangeable plug adapters (EU, UK, US, AU), 200 cm / 6.5 ft sensor cable, Quick Start Guide |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty |
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Color | White |
Brand | Eve |
Compatible Devices | iPhone, iPad |
Product Dimensions | 2.6"L x 2.6"W x 1.8"H |
Control Method | App, Touch |
About this item
- Eve Water Guard requires iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS/iPadOS
- Avoid expensive water damage: Eve Water Guard detects water leaks and alerts you the moment they occur – acoustically and visually with a loud siren (100 dB), red flashing warning light, and notification sent to your iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch.
- 6.5 ft / 2 m sensing cable serves as a full-length sensor for monitoring large areas of your room, extendable up to 490 ft / 150 m.
- Perfect for the bathroom, utility room, basement and beneath sinks and near water pipes.
- Joins your Thread network automatically (supports Bluetooth and Thread), and as a router node the accessory enhances the stability and reach of your smart home; HomeKit-enabled for unparalleled ease of use and advanced security; get up and running in a flash with a quick & easy setup and no need for a bridge or gateway
- 100% Privacy: No Eve cloud, no registration, no tracking. Local intelligence and direct communication without bridge or cloud dependency.
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Eve Water Guard - Connected Water Leak Detector
Protect your home.
Water damage negatively affects your quality of life, results in expensive repair bills and unfortunately is something that happens very frequently. Now you can protect your home against such disastrous events. Eve Water Guard detects water leaks and alerts you the moment they occur – visually, audibly and via an app on your iPhone.
USPs: 100 dB siren & visual alert I Notifications I 6.5 ft sensing cable (extendable) I Scenes I Siren-test mode I Bluetooth & Thread I Highest data privacy
- Requirements: iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS/iPadOS; controlling this HomeKit-enabled accessory automatically and away from home requires a HomePod or an Apple TV (4th generation or later) as a home hub; notifications away from home require a home hub
- Power: 100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 50 mA
- Wireless Connection: Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread
- Dimensions: 2.6 x 2.6 x 1.8 in(excl. plug)
- Compatibility: Type A & B sockets
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Almost anything can cause water damage.According to industry statistics, about one in 50 insured homes has a property damage claim caused by water damage or freezing each year. The causes are innumerable, with many leaks going undetected for long periods. They can range from burst pipes, a leaky dishwater outlet, a loose connection under the sink, a broken washing machine, a downpour that floods the basement to an overflowing bathtub – and practically anything else in between. |
Water damage has catastrophic consequences.Water damage causes all sorts of trouble, with loud dehumidifiers and pumps significantly impacting quality of life. If you fail to spot a leak, it can lead to mold which will wreak havoc on your health. Your furniture and possessions will also be affected, resulting in you needing to spend a lot of money on extensive and costly renovations. Say goodbye to this hassle, and protect yourself and your home with Eve Water Guard. |
Identify water damage immediately.If water leaks out, you’ll need to act swiftly to prevent worse damage. Eve Water Guard will alert you immediately with its 100 dB siren and red flashing warning light – and also notify you via iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. And if you’ve got a home hub – such as an Apple TV or HomePod – you’ll also get notifications when you’re away from home. |
Wide-area monitoring.
Compared to other devices with spot-based detection, Eve Water Guard monitors large areas of your room thanks to its supplied 6.5 ft sensing cable that serves as a full-length sensor – and if that’s not enough, you can extend it up to an incredible 490 ft. This means that every nook and cranny of your room is monitored, leaving nowhere for water to leak out or pool undetected.
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Peace-of-mind protection.The Eve app reminds you at regular intervals to check that Eve Water Guard’s working perfectly – with a soft alarm that’s gentle on the ears. And if the siren is triggered, you can mute Eve Water Guard via your iPhone – even if you’re away from home, provided you have a home hub. |
A reassuring feeling and really smart.Leave your home even with the washing machine running. Enjoy complete peace of mind knowing that no water’s leaking from the water pipes in the cabinets. And keep a watchful eye on the basement, even though you don’t go there that often. Eve Water Guard adds a watertight layer of protection to your home. In case of an alarm, your HomeKit accessories all work in concert. Create a scene in which Eve Energy switches off your washing machine to stop even more water flooding out. Now it won’t matter where you are at any given moment – your home hub makes all this possible. |
Future-proof.Eve Water Guard supports Bluetooth and Thread, and joins your Thread network automatically. As a router node, Eve Water Guard relays other Thread accessories’ data packages and enhances the stability and reach of your smart home. Thread is also a pillar of the new Matter standard. |
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Description | Smart Plug & Power Meter | Connected Water Leak Detector | Smart LED Strip | Wireless Contact Sensor | Wireless Motion Sensor | Secure Indoor Camera |
Features | Built-in schedules, power meter, onboard power button (with the Eve App for iPhone and iPad) | 100 dB siren, Visual alert, 2 m sensing cable (extendable), Scenes, Siren-test mode | 1800 lumens, full-spectrum white & millions of colors, 6.6 ft extendable up to 32.8 ft | Discreet design, included mounting spacers | Indoor/outdoor, infrared sensor with 120º field of view, 30 ft max range, 2-second reaction time, IPX3 water resistance | 100% privacy, HomeKit Secure Video, Presence-based operation, Notifications, People/Pet/Vehicle recognition, Flexible installation |
Direct Connection | Switch your lights and appliances on and off using your voice or an app | Avoid expensive water damage: Eve Water Guard detects water leaks, and alerts you the moment they occur | Accentuate design and décor with colorful ambient light, control via app or Siri | Check the open/closed status of a door or window, record activity | Trigger accessories & scenes via presence (with hub) | No matter where you are, you get direct and fully encrypted access to Eve Cam via your home hub (Apple TV or HomePod) |
With Hub | Control while away from home, automate | Control while away from home, automate, notifications | Control while away from home, automate | Get activity notifications while away from home, trigger automations | Get motion detection notifications while away from home, trigger automations | Home hub required (HomePod or Apple TV with tvOS 15) and iCloud+ (not included) |
Works great in scenes & automations with: | Eve Motion, Eve Door & Window | Eve Energy, Eve Energy Strip, Eve Room, Eve Door & Window, Eve Motion and other HomeKit-enabled accessories | Eve Energy, Eve Flare, Eve Light Switch and other HomeKit-enabled accessories | Eve Energy, Eve Motion | Eve Energy, Eve Door & Window | Eve Energy, Eve Water Guard, Eve Door & Window, Eve Motion, Eve Light Strip, and other HomeKit-enabled accessories |
Specifications | Type B sockets, Type A & B appliances | Type A & B sockets | Luminous flux: 1800 lm (3.3 ft at 4200K) LED architecture: Triple-diode with full-spectrum white and color | Easy DIY installation, Self-adhesive, completely wireless, long lasting battery | 2 seconds reaction time, field of view: 120, distance: 30 ft. max at 6.5 ft. mounting height, 0°F - 130°F), IPX3 water resistance | Type A & B plug |
Power Source | Input / Output: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz; max. 15 A / 1800 W | 100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 50 mA | Input: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz Output: DC 24 V, 24 W | 1x ER14250 Replaceable Battery | 2x AA Replaceable Batteries | 5 V, 1 A max. (USB) |
Wireless Connection | Thread, Matter | Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread | Wi-Fi | Thread, Matter | Thread, Matter | Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) |
Requirements | iOS/iPadOS 16.4 (or later) / Android 8.1 (or later); Matter controller / Thread Border Router (find compatible devices on evehome.com/hub) | iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS/iPadOS | iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS/iPadOS ; Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n) | iOS/iPadOS 16.4 (or later) / Android 8.1 (or later); Matter controller / Thread Border Router (find compatible devices on evehome.com/hub) | iOS/iPadOS 16.4 (or later) / Android 8.1 (or later); Matter controller / Thread Border Router (find compatible devices on evehome.com/hub) | iPhone or iPad with the latest version of iOS/iPadOS, HomePod or Apple TV (4th generation or later) as a home hub, Wi-Fi network (2.4/5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n), 50 GB Apple iCloud storage plan or higher (not included) |
Dimensions | 2.8 x 1.5 x 2.4 in | 2.6 x 2.6 x 1.8 in (excl. plug) | Length: 6.6 ft Length adjustments: 11.8 in - 32.8 ft ( 6.6 ft extensions sold separately) Width & Height: 0.59 x 0.16 in | 2.1 x 1.0 x 0.9 in & 0.7 x 0.7 x 0.3 - 0.9 in | 2.56 x 2.56 x 1.34 in | 4.8 x 2.6 x 2.4 in |
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ASIN | B09TB72Z5N |
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Best Sellers Rank | #39,976 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #34 in Water Detectors & Alarms |
Date First Available | February 22, 2022 |
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Leave your home even with the washing machine running. Enjoy complete peace of mind knowing that no water’s leaking in the cabinet beneath those water pipes. And keep a watchful eye on the basement, even though you don’t go there that often. Eve Water Guard detects water leaks and alerts you the moment they occur – visually, audibly and via an app on your iPhone. The supplied 6.5 ft / 2 m sensing cable is extendable up to 490 ft / 150 m and serves as a full-length sensor for monitoring large areas of your room. And the Eve app reminds you at regular intervals to check that Eve Water Guard is working perfectly. With Eve Water Guard, avoid expensive water damage and add a watertight layer of protection to your home. Eve Water Guard joins your Thread network automatically and is Apple HomeKit-enabled for outstanding ease of use with iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. As a router node, Eve Water Guard relays other Thread accessories’ data packages and enhances the stability and reach of your smart home. The water detector is quick & easy to set up, and you don’t need a bridge. And the best thing about all Eve accessories is how they protect your privacy: Eve does not harvest your personal data and there is no Eve cloud, so your data won’t get exposed. Local intelligence means all the processing is done locally and Eve accessories communicate directly with your iPhone, iPad, or home hub without any cloud dependency or bridge.
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Customers like the alarm, leakage, value, quality, appearance and ease of setup of the electronic cable. They mention that it sounds the needed alarm, it's worth every penny and that it works well. Some appreciate the thread support.
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Customers find the setup of the electronic cable to be easy. They mention that it is up and running in under two minutes, stays online from the basement, and seamlessly added to the Home app. Customers also appreciate the simple AHK integration and the fact that it integrates perfectly with multiple hubs.
"...In addition to the devices working as they should and the Homekit integration being simple and stable, I also really appreciate the privacy policy..." Read more
"...We have a large Apple Homekit setup with multiple hubs, and this integrated perfectly." Read more
"These sensors are so simple to set up!..." Read more
"...Integration into Apple Homekit was easy, and the alarm is loud.Also appreciate that it can take any audio cord as an extender...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the electronic cable. They say it works well, is brilliant, and is well designed and made.
"...I now have a few additional Eve devices in my home. The quality is excellent. You really do get what you pay for...." Read more
"TLDR I highly recommend this sensor - it works perfectly!!!We have a sump pump in our basement that failed 5 years ago...." Read more
"This is the most reliable, most effective and full-featured water leak sensor in the market. Being a thread router is a plus...." Read more
"...Sending it back for replacement. Very disappointed in the bad quality. If the replacement works, then I will update my review...." Read more
Customers like the alarm of the electronic cable. They mention that it sounds the needed alarm when the cable gets wet.
"...is introduced, the response time is surprisingly quick, the alarm is loud, and the alert comes through on my mobile devices nearly..." Read more
"...Integration into Apple Homekit was easy, and the alarm is loud.Also appreciate that it can take any audio cord as an extender...." Read more
"...Later this year during a bad rain spell the alarm went off again. Water was coming up through the floor...." Read more
"...The alarm is LOUD so you will hear it even if you are having network issues at home. It has literally saved us from a leak under our kitchen sink...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the leakage of the electronic cable. They mention that the leak detector is fantastic and has saved them from a leak under the kitchen sink.
"This is the most reliable, most effective and full-featured water leak sensor in the market. Being a thread router is a plus...." Read more
"...The leak sensors have never failed or given false alerts" Read more
"This is hands down the BEST water leak sensor. The cable can cover a large ares that other sensors just cannot match...." Read more
"...I have three of these, and one of them alerted me to a water leak...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the electronic cable. They mention it's well designed with Thread support, and being a thread router is a plus. They love that the company is backing the Thread protocol, which helps in their far-flung estate.
"...Being a thread router is a plus. I have three of these in the house. My automations for this device are all configured within Homekit...." Read more
"...Otherwise product seems strong:- Threads directly built-in: This was fast - Communicated an alert to phone during water test in just about..." Read more
"...I like that it supports thread...." Read more
"Eve products are very well designed and made. I have three of these, and one of them alerted me to a water leak...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the electronic cable. They mention that it is worth every penny, saved them thousands within 2 weeks, and is worth it for peace of mind.
"Even though Eve products are pricey, they are well worth it IMO. They sync seamlessly with Homekit and the Eve App is topnotch...." Read more
"...Again... worth every penny...." Read more
"Expensive but worth it for peace of mind..." Read more
"Great product but pricey. And it Has Thread!..." Read more
Customers find the electronic cable easy to use. They mention that it does not need any proprietary apps to use any of their devices, and the Eve app is top-notch. Some say that the app is optional and only used for testing the sensor.
"...The EVE app is optional, which I only use for testing the sensor...." Read more
"...They sync seamlessly with Homekit and the Eve App is topnotch...." Read more
"...focus on privacy and do not collect any of your data, you do not need any proprietary apps to use any of their devices!" Read more
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I started by doing a ton of research. I decided I wanted smart devices. My old-school leak detector might have saved me some headaches if it had been plugged in (the technicians who replaced the water heater had removed it) but I still wouldn't have been alerted to flooding until I got back home. If and when I spring another leak, I want to know about it ASAP -- no matter where I am. So I narrowed my search to Homekit-friendly smart detectors. I initially went with a different brand -- much less expensive and enthusiastically hawked on Y*uT*be -- but they require a hub. The hub wasn't expensive, a 3pk of detectors were still much less expensive than a single Eve unit, and the dudes hawking the other brand were convincing so I went cheap. Those detectors are in the form of little battery powered pucks you put on the floor and if both terminals get wet, the circuit is completed and the alarm goes off. I tested the pucks and they work (once you finally get the hub to connect). But the problem with pucks is that the water has to pool right under the puck. If you know for certain 1) that water will pool and 2) where it will pool, the pucks are a good, less expensive choice. The problem is, I'm not confident that water will pool under a puck. I want to be alerted if there's a spray of water. And, more importantly, I want to monitor a much larger area than is possible with pucks. So I finally decided to give try an Eve leak detector.
Aside from the cost, I had two additional hurdles to get over for the Eve monitors to have any chance of working: 1) a power source, and 2) distance between a power source and the potential leak source.
Customer support provided the solution to issue #1: they confirmed that the detector could be plugged into a power strip. So I purchased a couple of high-quality, heavy-duty power strip/surge protectors. I ran these from the two outlets where I only had one spare plug. I got the type with keyhole slots on the back so they could be secured off the floor. This gives me a few spare outlets and means there's plenty of room for the Eve monitor to be plugged in.
I found the solution to issue #2 in the Q&A section: the distance between the Eve power source and the water sensing cable can be extended using a simple audio cable extension cord! I just happened to have one among my random cables. So now my power source is closer to the potential water hazards and the rest of the distance is spanned by an extension cable. That means that the entire 6.5' of water sensing cable can be used on the floor for maximum coverage.
My plan is to purchase one or two additional water sensing cables and add them to the detector in my laundry area. The utility closet is on the other side of the wall from the laundry area and the bathroom is next to the utility closet. Two tiny holes in the baseboards will allow me to thread the cable from the laundry area into closet then next door into the bathroom. I should be able to use a single detector to monitor all three areas.
Based on my positive experience and successful testing of the first Eve detector, I bought a second unit to put upstairs in the kitchen to monitor the fridge, sink, and dishwasher. When that's all done, I'll take place the pucks in my other bathrooms. Those bathrooms are smaller and any leaks they might spring are likely to actually pool in specific areas. Therefore, I feel puck detectors will provide sufficient protection.
I now have a few additional Eve devices in my home. The quality is excellent. You really do get what you pay for. All of the devices have connected immediately and I haven't had a single issue with any of them in 6 months, even after a power outage and updating to a new mesh router system. The instructions provided with the Leak Detector tell you to test the cable after installation and to test at least every 3 months. They are quick to sense water, even when I spray with a spray bottle instead of plunk it in a container of water or a puddle. Once moisture is introduced, the response time is surprisingly quick, the alarm is loud, and the alert comes through on my mobile devices nearly instantaneously.
In addition to the devices working as they should and the Homekit integration being simple and stable, I also really appreciate the privacy policy offered by this company. I give this Eve Leak Monitor my most hearty recommendation. If you're serious about protecting your investment, invest in the right tools for the job.
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2023
I started by doing a ton of research. I decided I wanted smart devices. My old-school leak detector might have saved me some headaches if it had been plugged in (the technicians who replaced the water heater had removed it) but I still wouldn't have been alerted to flooding until I got back home. If and when I spring another leak, I want to know about it ASAP -- no matter where I am. So I narrowed my search to Homekit-friendly smart detectors. I initially went with a different brand -- much less expensive and enthusiastically hawked on Y*uT*be -- but they require a hub. The hub wasn't expensive, a 3pk of detectors were still much less expensive than a single Eve unit, and the dudes hawking the other brand were convincing so I went cheap. Those detectors are in the form of little battery powered pucks you put on the floor and if both terminals get wet, the circuit is completed and the alarm goes off. I tested the pucks and they work (once you finally get the hub to connect). But the problem with pucks is that the water has to pool right under the puck. If you know for certain 1) that water will pool and 2) where it will pool, the pucks are a good, less expensive choice. The problem is, I'm not confident that water will pool under a puck. I want to be alerted if there's a spray of water. And, more importantly, I want to monitor a much larger area than is possible with pucks. So I finally decided to give try an Eve leak detector.
Aside from the cost, I had two additional hurdles to get over for the Eve monitors to have any chance of working: 1) a power source, and 2) distance between a power source and the potential leak source.
Customer support provided the solution to issue #1: they confirmed that the detector could be plugged into a power strip. So I purchased a couple of high-quality, heavy-duty power strip/surge protectors. I ran these from the two outlets where I only had one spare plug. I got the type with keyhole slots on the back so they could be secured off the floor. This gives me a few spare outlets and means there's plenty of room for the Eve monitor to be plugged in.
I found the solution to issue #2 in the Q&A section: the distance between the Eve power source and the water sensing cable can be extended using a simple audio cable extension cord! I just happened to have one among my random cables. So now my power source is closer to the potential water hazards and the rest of the distance is spanned by an extension cable. That means that the entire 6.5' of water sensing cable can be used on the floor for maximum coverage.
My plan is to purchase one or two additional water sensing cables and add them to the detector in my laundry area. The utility closet is on the other side of the wall from the laundry area and the bathroom is next to the utility closet. Two tiny holes in the baseboards will allow me to thread the cable from the laundry area into closet then next door into the bathroom. I should be able to use a single detector to monitor all three areas.
Based on my positive experience and successful testing of the first Eve detector, I bought a second unit to put upstairs in the kitchen to monitor the fridge, sink, and dishwasher. When that's all done, I'll take place the pucks in my other bathrooms. Those bathrooms are smaller and any leaks they might spring are likely to actually pool in specific areas. Therefore, I feel puck detectors will provide sufficient protection.
I now have a few additional Eve devices in my home. The quality is excellent. You really do get what you pay for. All of the devices have connected immediately and I haven't had a single issue with any of them in 6 months, even after a power outage and updating to a new mesh router system. The instructions provided with the Leak Detector tell you to test the cable after installation and to test at least every 3 months. They are quick to sense water, even when I spray with a spray bottle instead of plunk it in a container of water or a puddle. Once moisture is introduced, the response time is surprisingly quick, the alarm is loud, and the alert comes through on my mobile devices nearly instantaneously.
In addition to the devices working as they should and the Homekit integration being simple and stable, I also really appreciate the privacy policy offered by this company. I give this Eve Leak Monitor my most hearty recommendation. If you're serious about protecting your investment, invest in the right tools for the job.
It is undeniably more expensive than other options, but you can extend the wire sensors up to 150 m (492 feet!) to cover you entire room or rooms. You could also use a 3.5mm audio cable extenders to extend the reach of the sensor wire(s). I even use 3.5mm splitters on mine to route two sensor wires in opposite directions. In effect you save money compared to installing multiple individual battery operated leak sensors which have issues of their own.
I use these accessories to extend/split my Eve Water Guard and they work:
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This device is set and forget. You will not quite appreciate its value until you have a major water leak which costs thousands of dollars to repair. My friend's water heater tank (located in the attic) burst while his entire family was on vacation. He had to strip his entire house to repair it, rendering his house inhabitable for 3 months.
We have a sump pump in our basement that failed 5 years ago. For some reason our builder ran the laundry drainage down to the basement instead of straight out to the main line, so this pump has way more usage than intended. Our builder also had installed the pump poorly, so it failed within 1 year of us moving in. I will not describe what "failed" meant - - just imagine a plumbing nightmare in your dream home. The builder paid for the cleanup, repairs, and flooring replacement when it failed, but we used our our plumber to replace the pump equipment. We have been super scared of it happening again.
I had an older water detection solution in place but purchased this as a redundant sensor to provide some sense of security. The pump failed last week, and this sensor immediately alerted us (the other solution failed, as I suspected). We were able to stop the overflow just in time. This time our plumber installed upgraded pump and valves, and while the actual repair was costly, there was $0.00 in damage - that is what's important.
When I plugged the sensor back in, the cable was still saturated, so naturally, it kept going off. We had to wait for plumbers to arrive the next day, and I kept checking all through the night to make sure it didn't overflow again. I immediately ordered a second unit for this same spot - if it ever happens again, I have a dry backup.
We have a large Apple Homekit setup with multiple hubs, and this integrated perfectly.