$70 – $85
Premium outdoor weather station with temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure. IPX4 rated. Matter over Thread with no cloud.
You want Matter cross-platform compatibility
Matter version works with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings. Free Matter firmware upgrade for existing devices.
You prioritize privacy with no account required
No Eve account needed. All data stays local. Thread mesh is local. Best-in-class privacy for outdoor monitoring.
You want local weather prediction without cloud
12-hour weather trend calculated locally using temp, humidity, and barometric pressure. No cloud or internet required.
You want an outdoor weather station for HomeKit
IPX4 water resistant for year-round outdoor use. Built-in display shows temp, humidity, and 12-hour weather trend. Thread/Matter support.
You are on a tight budget
At ~$80, significantly more expensive than Aqara sensors (~$18-25). Premium price for outdoor capability.
You need barometric pressure in HomeKit automations
Barometric pressure sensor not exposed to HomeKit. Only available in Eve app. Cannot trigger automations.
You use Android exclusively
No Eve app for Android. Lose weather trends, history, and advanced settings. Basic Matter control only.
Device becomes "unreachable" even when 4-5 meters away. Thread network compatibility issues with some Eve Energy devices.
User ReviewsBattery life varies wildly - some get 2 months instead of 1 year. Setting to "low" update mode extends life with nearby Thread repeaters.
vowe.net ReviewInconsistent battery life - 2 months to 1 year
commonCause: Update frequency and Thread repeater proximity affect battery. Default setting drains faster.
Device goes unreachable despite being nearby
occasionalCause: Thread network issues, especially with certain Eve Energy devices on same network
Using default update frequency setting
Battery drains in 2-6 months instead of 1 year claimed
Tip: Change to "low" update mode in Eve app. Ensure Thread repeaters (like Eve Energy) are nearby.
Placing in direct sun without shade
Temperature readings inaccurate. Display hard to read. Heat affects battery.
Tip: Mount in shaded area on porch or under eaves. Avoid direct afternoon sun.
Nothing - fully local operation. No Eve account required. Weather trend calculated locally.
Everything. Thread mesh is local. Temperature automations work offline. 12-hour forecast calculated on device.
IPX4 water resistant. Built-in display for temp/humidity/trend. CR2450 battery lasts 6-12 months. Accurate readings within 1 degree.
Barometric pressure not exposed to HomeKit. Battery life varies with settings. Display limited visibility in direct sun.
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You want the best outdoor HomeKit weather sensor
IPX4 rating, built-in display, Thread/Matter, local weather forecast. Best outdoor option for Apple users.
You only need indoor temperature monitoring
At $80, overkill for indoor use. Aqara at $18 provides same data without outdoor features.
You want to automate based on barometric pressure
Barometric pressure not exposed to HomeKit. Cannot trigger automations. Only viewable in Eve app.
Very accurate - typically within 1 degree of other sensors. Place in shade for best results. Direct sun affects accuracy.
Source: MacRumors ReviewNo. Barometric pressure is not exposed to HomeKit - only viewable in Eve app. Cannot trigger automations.
Source: Eve FAQTemperature shown in HomeKit differs from device display. History in Eve app sometimes week+ old. Two separate tiles for temp/humidity.
User ReportsDisplay difficult to read in direct sunlight from distance. Limited brightness for outdoor daylight visibility.
T3 ReviewBarometric pressure not in HomeKit automations
widespreadCause: HomeKit limitation - barometric pressure not exposed. Only viewable in Eve app.
High price compared to indoor alternatives
widespreadCause: $80 premium for IPX4 outdoor rating and built-in display. Aqara is much cheaper.
Display hard to see in daylight
occasionalCause: E-ink style display with limited brightness for power savings
Not having Thread border router for optimal performance
Falls back to Bluetooth with reduced range and slower updates
Tip: Ensure HomePod Mini or Apple TV 4K is present. Add Thread repeaters for outdoor range.
None sent to cloud. Temperature, humidity, pressure data stored locally only.
Best-in-class privacy. No cloud. No account. No data collection. All processing local.
You use Android primarily
No Eve app for Android. Lose weather trends, history, and insights. Basic Matter control only.
CR2450 battery. Officially 1 year but varies. Use "low" update mode for better life. Some report 2-6 months on default settings.
Source: User ReviewsBasic Matter control via Google Home/Alexa works. No Eve app for Android so no weather trends, history, or advanced settings.
Source: Eve SupportIPX4 water resistant - protected from splashing water from any direction. Safe on porch or balcony. Not for submersion.
Source: Eve Product Page