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title: "i’m considering getting a moisture meter because i have a tendency to…"
description: "i’m considering getting a moisture meter because i have a tendency to overwater! would love any recs from folks that have one they like!"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/fQipaoQNS2SCTJGI4q9l9w/jvk6qB7jJhQOlJwY6bFXZz"
community: "Equipment & Materials"
author: "valeribanana"
published: "2025-12-09T06:34:06.765215Z"
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# i’m considering getting a moisture meter because i have a tendency to…

_Posted by valeribanana on 2025-12-09_

i’m considering getting a moisture meter because i have a tendency to overwater! would love any recs from folks that have one they like!

## 2 comments

### GreenLeaf commented on 2025-12-09

Don’t waist your time! Get a wooden chopstick/skewer. Gently push it into your soil to the bottom, wait 30 seconds or so and then pull it out. Dirt will stick to it at the level of moisture.

I’ve used moisture meters in the past and I find they can vary between brands and give inaccurate readings.

### Sunny commented on 2025-12-09

They are not fully reliable. I’ve thrown out two. Use your fingers or a chopstick/meat skewer as Greenleaf recommended. Wait another day or two to water if you are not sure if the soil is dry. 🪴🍀

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