--- product_id: 39046253 title: "36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing" brand: "reotemp" price: "29682 som" currency: KGS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Reotemp" url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/39046253-36-inch-garden-and-compost-moisture-meter-garden-tool-ideal store_origin: KG region: Kyrgyzstan --- # 36" extra-long probe for deep soil reach AAA battery powered, ready out-of-the-box Rugged metal build with T-handle for durability 36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing **Brand:** reotemp **Price:** 29682 som **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌱 Dig Deeper, Water Smarter — Your Garden’s New Best Friend! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing by reotemp - **How much does it cost?** 29682 som with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/39046253-36-inch-garden-and-compost-moisture-meter-garden-tool-ideal) ## Best For - reotemp enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted reotemp brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Heavy-duty metal construction with ergonomic T-handle ensures durability in tough soil conditions. - • **Trusted by Pros:** Used nationwide by farmers, composters, and landscapers for reliable, repeatable moisture data. - • **Custom Calibration:** Adjustable 0-10 wetness scale lets you tailor readings to your ideal soil or compost moisture level. - • **Deep Root Precision:** 36-inch probe penetrates deep for accurate moisture readings where it matters most. - • **Smart Watering Decisions:** Eliminate guesswork by monitoring moisture to prevent overwatering or underwatering your plants. ## Overview The REOTEMP 36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter features a robust metal probe with a 36" length and 5/16" diameter, designed for deep soil and compost moisture testing. It offers a user-calibrated 0-10 wetness scale for precise, relative moisture readings, powered by an included AAA battery. Trusted by professionals and home gardeners alike, it delivers durable, accurate insights to optimize watering and boost plant health. ## Description The REOTEMP MM36 Moisture Meter allows you to measure relative moisture deep within a large compost pile. The meter indicates the moisture content of your compost pile or soil sample by means of a sensor at the bottom of the probe. The probe is sensitive only at the tip. Calibrate the instrument by inserting the tip into an ideal sample of compost or soil and adjusting the needle to a “5” on the 0 to 10 scale. Then, the next time you insert your Moisture meter you’ll know relative to your ideal moisture content whether your soil is too dry or too wet. Note that this is not a % moisture content. The meter is sensitive to changing salt content and can be used to track leachate. Used by composters, farmers,municipal composting operations, and nurseries across the country. This product is covered under a 1 year limited warranty. Review: So Far, So Good - MM17 Moisture Meter I use this meter primarily to keep tabs on my lawn irrigation system performance. This evaluation is based on 3 weeks of use. Durable construction: The meter/electronics/battery box is made from 0.1” (10 gauge) thick aluminum - very substantial construction. It has a stainless steel probe, 5/16” diameter x 17” long making it useful for lawn, plant or compost use. I expect little problem with rust or corrosion. And I don’t have to bend over too far to make lawn soil readings. Sensible design: The meter indicator is a dial and pointer style which means it can be read in bright sunlight, unlike the digital LCD indicator types that either wash out in sunlight or cannot be read at an angle other than head-on. The meter face is visible from above the instrument which means you don’t have to lie with your face on the ground to make lawn soil readings. Special feature: User calibration - Ideal moisture content will vary among soil types and the kinds of plant life growing there. So no one moisture meter can tell you what is too “dry” or “wet” for your conditions. The calibration feature lets you determine what the meter should read for conditions you deem to be “good”. To calibrate, I dig a test hole to the depth I want to test and see how well soil sticks to my skin. When I find a spot that looks about right, I probe close to the spot and calibrate the meter to mid scale, leaving enough dial space to indicate plus or minus deviation on future readings. The 1 Yr warranty is better than some cheaper meters. Negative: Made in China. No problems yet, but, just sayin . . . things I can’t see may limit durability. From here, it is my hope that the sensitivity of the MM17 will remain consistent. Review: This Thing Flat Out Works! - I bought seven several year old cherry trees in 5 gal containers and immediately transplanted them into 35 gal containers. With summer coming on I was concerned I might not water them enough and that in reaction I might overwater them. I set up an automatic watering system where the main variables were when, for how long and how many times per day to water them. The moisture meter worked right out of the box and I quickly discovered the soil was extremely saturated near the container sides and bottom, (9 on the scale) but much drier near the root ball (2 - 3 on the scale). I changed the flow pattern to correct this, getting a uniform 4 to 5 reading every where. It didn't take long with the moisture meter to determine the trees liked a reading of 4 on the scale and I set the watering to start their day between 4 and 5, with two early morning waterings, going down to around 3 late in the afternoon before a single watering in the evening to bring it back up to 4 for overnight to keep them comfortable even though not growing then. When I found the surface area was much dryer (2 to 3) than halfway down, (the potting soil in the containers is nearly 14 inches deep) I obtained some large chip size cedar shaving mulch, and the surface moisture came up to the 4 moisture value they really seem to thrive on. The trees have added 14 inches of new growth, nearly tripling in leaf abundance in the five weeks since I got them and I am certain that this is in no small measure due to using this Moisture Meter with its 15 inch probe to find the moisture level the trees like, and be able to easily monitor and maintain it. Kudos ReoTemp! My cherry trees are sailing towards Cherry Blossom Time big-time thanks in large part to your really excellent Moisture Meter that has worked perfectly in my deep potted soils application!! In rating features, absolute Accuracy is not something I could measure, but repeatability of measurement reading, relative Accuracy, for given soil moisture levels is excellent in my uniform soil type application for sure. I am thankful I got it, and most importantly, my cherry trees are thankful too! ## Features - Perfect for Large Compost Piles - Rugged Metal Construction with T-handle - Extra Long 36" Stem with Thick 5/16" Diameter - Calibrates to Your Soil or Compost, 0-10 Wetness Scale - Powered by One AAA Battery (Included) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01JK3LTU2 | | Battery Description | Alkaline | | Best Sellers Rank | #23,040 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #12 in Moisture Meters | | Brand | REOTEMP | | Brand Name | REOTEMP | | Color | Silver | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,364 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00853850002140 | | Item Weight | 1.2 Pounds | | Manufacturer | REOTEMP | | Model | MM36 | | Mounting Type | Tabletop | | Part Number | MM36 | | Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible | | UPC | 853850002140 733353560241 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Upper Temperature Range | 60 Degrees Celsius | | Upper Temperature Rating | 60 Degrees Celsius | ## Product Details - **Battery Description:** Alkaline - **Brand:** REOTEMP - **Color:** Silver - **Item Weight:** 1.2 Pounds - **Mounting Type:** Tabletop ## Images ![36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51n-3FoYO6L.jpg) ![36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51jlpV6FmfL.jpg) ![36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Jn4hDA6LL.jpg) ![36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716oXdn-7rL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So Far, So Good *by D***E on February 26, 2017* MM17 Moisture Meter I use this meter primarily to keep tabs on my lawn irrigation system performance. This evaluation is based on 3 weeks of use. Durable construction: The meter/electronics/battery box is made from 0.1” (10 gauge) thick aluminum - very substantial construction. It has a stainless steel probe, 5/16” diameter x 17” long making it useful for lawn, plant or compost use. I expect little problem with rust or corrosion. And I don’t have to bend over too far to make lawn soil readings. Sensible design: The meter indicator is a dial and pointer style which means it can be read in bright sunlight, unlike the digital LCD indicator types that either wash out in sunlight or cannot be read at an angle other than head-on. The meter face is visible from above the instrument which means you don’t have to lie with your face on the ground to make lawn soil readings. Special feature: User calibration - Ideal moisture content will vary among soil types and the kinds of plant life growing there. So no one moisture meter can tell you what is too “dry” or “wet” for your conditions. The calibration feature lets you determine what the meter should read for conditions you deem to be “good”. To calibrate, I dig a test hole to the depth I want to test and see how well soil sticks to my skin. When I find a spot that looks about right, I probe close to the spot and calibrate the meter to mid scale, leaving enough dial space to indicate plus or minus deviation on future readings. The 1 Yr warranty is better than some cheaper meters. Negative: Made in China. No problems yet, but, just sayin . . . things I can’t see may limit durability. From here, it is my hope that the sensitivity of the MM17 will remain consistent. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Thing Flat Out Works! *by J***Y on July 5, 2021* I bought seven several year old cherry trees in 5 gal containers and immediately transplanted them into 35 gal containers. With summer coming on I was concerned I might not water them enough and that in reaction I might overwater them. I set up an automatic watering system where the main variables were when, for how long and how many times per day to water them. The moisture meter worked right out of the box and I quickly discovered the soil was extremely saturated near the container sides and bottom, (9 on the scale) but much drier near the root ball (2 - 3 on the scale). I changed the flow pattern to correct this, getting a uniform 4 to 5 reading every where. It didn't take long with the moisture meter to determine the trees liked a reading of 4 on the scale and I set the watering to start their day between 4 and 5, with two early morning waterings, going down to around 3 late in the afternoon before a single watering in the evening to bring it back up to 4 for overnight to keep them comfortable even though not growing then. When I found the surface area was much dryer (2 to 3) than halfway down, (the potting soil in the containers is nearly 14 inches deep) I obtained some large chip size cedar shaving mulch, and the surface moisture came up to the 4 moisture value they really seem to thrive on. The trees have added 14 inches of new growth, nearly tripling in leaf abundance in the five weeks since I got them and I am certain that this is in no small measure due to using this Moisture Meter with its 15 inch probe to find the moisture level the trees like, and be able to easily monitor and maintain it. Kudos ReoTemp! My cherry trees are sailing towards Cherry Blossom Time big-time thanks in large part to your really excellent Moisture Meter that has worked perfectly in my deep potted soils application!! In rating features, absolute Accuracy is not something I could measure, but repeatability of measurement reading, relative Accuracy, for given soil moisture levels is excellent in my uniform soil type application for sure. I am thankful I got it, and most importantly, my cherry trees are thankful too! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Well.. for multiple Uses *by J***P on April 26, 2013* I got tired of the always break Home Depot/Lowes models made in China. This is made by Reotemp a high end industrial supplier based out of California. They sell more robust version of this product which I think are made in the USA. This one was made in communist china. I took it apart and while the quality of the components was pretty good, the mfg was not and the calibration screw was not mounted properly but I could still access it and use it. These device use galvanic current action which trips a electromagnet and requires a coarse calibration to use. The Calibration directions are not correct. You should use a two point calibration. First stick the device in water and make sure it reads above full scale and the meter is pegged. Next take a known soil source that you have water thoroughly, such as a pot you have dripped through thoroughly and is truly wet. Then stick the probe in and make sure it reads full scale by adjusting the calibration screw if required. Then take some dry potting soil or other very dry soil and make sure it reads near zero. The mfg sells direct to the public and has wireless versions. These are primarily used, I think for testing commercial compost piles although those use a longer probe. You cant keep this out 24/7 but you can check your compost soil and most soil. The case and probe are pretty rugged but your not going to be able to use it to check hard clay soil due to the fragile electromagnetic. I use it for checking my compost pile but mainly for checking the 200 or so potted plants and numerous garden beds that use compost based soil. You should be aware if you have salty soil this probe will read a higher water content than you have. Real moisture sensors are called tensiometers and cost hundreds of dollars. This is a deal for 35 dollars and the quality should give you a decade or more of use if you don't pound it into the soil. Infinitely better than the made in china garbage you can get at Home Depot or most gardening stores which simply does not work well and dies in short order. ## Frequently Bought Together - REOTEMP 36 Inch Garden and Compost Moisture Meter, Garden Tool Ideal for Soil, Plant, Farm and Lawn Moisture Testing - REOTEMP FM-0 Orange Probe Handle for Compost Thermometers - REOTEMP Heavy Duty Compost Thermometer - Fahrenheit and Celsius (36 Inch Stem), Made in The USA --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.kg/products/39046253-36-inch-garden-and-compost-moisture-meter-garden-tool-ideal](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/39046253-36-inch-garden-and-compost-moisture-meter-garden-tool-ideal) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kyrgyzstan* *Store origin: KG* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*