| Feature | Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £21.99 | $43.28 | Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.1 | Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 |
| Weather Resistance | IP67 | NO | Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter | Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 |
| Sensors | Water Leak | Water Leak, Temperature, Tilt | Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) |
| Alerts | Water Leak Alerts, Low Battery 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) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Battery Life | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Connectivity | Zigbee | Bluetooth | Tie |
- + Price: £21.99
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Weather Resistance: IP67
- - Sensors: Water Leak vs Water Leak, Temperature, Tilt
- - Alerts: Water Leak Alerts, Low Battery Alerts vs Water Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature Alerts, Tamper Alerts
- + Sensors: Water Leak, Temperature, Tilt
- + Alerts: Water Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature Alerts, Tamper Alerts
- + On Device Alert Sound: YES
- - Price: $43.28 vs £21.99
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) or the Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 the better leak sensor?
The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) wins overall for its extra temperature, tilt, and tamper sensing plus a built-in siren and light. The Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 counters with a lower price, higher rating, IP67 waterproofing, and much wider platform support.
What is the biggest difference between these two sensors?
Sensing breadth versus reach. The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) also measures temperature and tilt and sends freeze and tamper alerts, while the Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 is water-only but connects to Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, and Matter through an Aqara Hub.
Which one has an on-device alarm and which is waterproof?
The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) has the on-device siren and light; the Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 has none but is the one carrying an IP67 waterproof rating, whereas the Fibaro has no stated weather-resistance rating.
Which sensor works with more smart home systems?
The Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1. Via an Aqara Hub it supports Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Matter, plus Home Assistant and IFTTT. The Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit) connects only through Apple HomeKit and Home Assistant.
Who should buy the Fibaro Flood Sensor (HomeKit)?
Apple Home users who want one small sensor that catches leaks, warns of freezing pipes, flags tampering, and sounds a local alarm, all without adding a separate Z-Wave or Zigbee bridge.
Who should buy the Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1?
Shoppers who want the cheaper, higher-rated, IP67 waterproof option and the flexibility to connect it to Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, or Matter through an Aqara Hub.
