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Fluker's Thermo-Hygrometer

Fluker's Thermo-Hygrometer

By Fluker's 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.9 /10
Quality
6.5
Value
7.0
Design
7.5
Function
6.0
Durability
5.0
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In a Nutshell

  • Accurate readings
  • Easy to set up and use
  • Hygrometer tends to fail

Quick Verdict

This thermo-hygrometer is easy to use and accurate, but durability is a concern.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 89%
Would Buy Again 89%
Avg Lifespan 1.5 years

Pet Compatibility

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Easy to install (3)

    Many users find it simple to set up.

  • Accurate measurements (3)

    Users report accurate temperature and humidity readings.

  • Large, easy-to-read display (1)

    The digital display is praised for its readability.

Cons

  • Hygrometer failing (6) major

    Many users report the hygrometer stopping functioning properly or losing accuracy.

  • Hygrometer bouncing (1) major

    The hygrometer reads very erratically when first placed in the tank, so eve though it stops working, users are unsure that it knows how to turn back on.

    Tip: Switch to AcuRite

Quality Trend: Declining

Early users reported better performance and durability than more recent ones.

Older Reviews Said:

good

Newer Reviews Say:

mediocre

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

  • • Pet owners needing accurate environmental readings — Ease of setup and clear display
  • • Finch owners and breeders — Easy to affix to small tanks

✗ Skip If

  • • Owners of snakes — Delicate elettornics will break more easily if left in a full terrarium stay moist for long periods of time
  • • Enclosure owners w/ humidity control issues — Units tend to degrade if exposed to moisture

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 12 months to 24 months

Factors: in-function humidity

Cleaning Methods

✗ Hand wash
✗ Washing machine

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Place on the side of the container or tank but make sure there is absolutelly no chance of water hitting it.
  • 💡 Place on the top of the tank, keeping out of reach of animals but also minimizing the chance of the unit being accidentally sprayed with water or damp urine

Rating Distribution

4.5
9 reviews
5★
78%
4★
0%
3★
22%
2★
0%
1★
0%
accuracy (3) very easy to use (2) Exacting details about when/how the control environment began to decay (3)

Bottom Line

Product is good but very finicky, and will likely need to be replaced in one to two years.

6.9 /10
— Below Average

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