| Feature | Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $47.95 | $43.28 | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) |
| Weather Resistance | IP20 | NO | Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro |
| Battery Life | 3 years | 2 years | Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro |
| Sensors | Water Leak, Temperature | Water Leak, Temperature, Tilt | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) |
| Alerts | Water Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature Alerts | Water Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature Alerts, Tamper Alerts | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) |
| On Device Alert Sound | NO | YES | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) |
| On Device Alert Light | NO | YES | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) |
| Rating | 4.1 | 4.1 | Tie |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Connectivity | Z-Wave | Bluetooth | Tie |
| Integrations | Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Tie |
- + Weather Resistance: IP20
- + Battery Life: 3 years
- - Price: $47.95 vs $43.28
- - Sensors: Water Leak, Temperature vs Water Leak, Temperature, Tilt
- + Price: $43.28
- + Sensors: Water Leak, Temperature, Tilt
- + Alerts: Water Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature Alerts, Tamper Alerts
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP20
- - Battery Life: 2 years vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro or Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit)?
The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) wins overall on price, added tilt and tamper detection, and an onboard alert sound and light, with native HomeKit support. The Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro counters with a higher rating and a longer 3-year battery on Z-Wave.
What is the biggest difference between these two sensors?
Ecosystem and sensing mix. The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) is a Bluetooth HomeKit device with tilt, tamper and an onboard siren, while the Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro is a Z-Wave sensor with a longer battery and an included sensor cable.
Which one has an onboard alarm?
The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) has an on-device alert sound and light. The Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro has no onboard siren, so alerts route through your Z-Wave hub or app.
Which sensor detects tilt or tampering?
Only the Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) does, adding a tilt sensor with tamper alerts on top of water and temperature sensing. The Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro has no tilt or tamper detection.
Who should buy the Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit)?
Buy it if you run Apple Home and want a cheaper sensor with water, temperature and tilt sensing, tamper alerts, and a built-in alarm, with no separate bridge needed.
Who should buy the Aeotec Water Sensor 7 Pro?
Choose it if you run a Z-Wave hub with SmartThings or Home Assistant and want a longer battery life and an included sensor cable.
