AQUmi TempOne

A temperature sensor that keeps a constant eye on your aquarium or terrarium. Readings go to AQUmi DisplayOne on the same network — or, without DisplayOne, straight to the AQUmi Portal.

Why we built it

The direct reason was a real case: a heater failure in a client's aquarium, noticed too late, when the water had already cooled down. AQUmi TempOne gives a steady, continuous view of the temperature — not only during a service visit. The same idea works just as well in a terrarium, where keeping the air or substrate temperature stable is what matters.

Measurement

A waterproof probe measures the water temperature in an aquarium, or the air or substrate temperature in a terrarium, reporting to DisplayOne continuously.

Pairing with DisplayOne

The sensor joins the WiFi and finds AQUmi DisplayOne on the same local network by itself — no manual setup.

Works without DisplayOne

If there's no DisplayOne in range, it opens its own setup network — just enter your WiFi details. From then on it works independently: it sends readings to the AQUmi Portal and shows them on its own simple page, with no DisplayOne and not even a portal account needed.

Power

The sensor runs continuously on wired power (5 V/USB) — it keeps a steady WiFi connection, so readings and alarms are available without delay.

Specifications

MeasurementWater, air or substrate temperature, waterproof probe (DS18B20 sensor, ±0.5°C accuracy per the manufacturer's specification)
ConnectivityWiFi 2.4 GHz
Power5 V over USB, continuous operation
Viewing dataon AQUmi DisplayOne (on its screen) or standalone, with remote viewing in the AQUmi Portal
RequirementsOptional: AQUmi DisplayOne on the same local network — it can also work on its own
Updatesautomatic, over the network (OTA), digitally signed — whether it works with DisplayOne or on its own

Getting started

With AQUmi DisplayOne: the full step-by-step pairing guide is on the AQUmi DisplayOne page. In short: turn on pairing on DisplayOne, plug the sensor in, approve it in the waiting list. Without DisplayOne: the sensor opens a temporary WiFi network for setup — connect to it with your phone or laptop, enter your home network details, and you're done. More in the manual.

FAQ

Does the sensor work without DisplayOne?

Yes — if it finds no DisplayOne nearby, it opens its own setup network. Once you give it your WiFi details it works on its own: it sends readings to the AQUmi Portal and shows them on its own simple page in a browser.

Is the probe safe to put in water?

Yes, only the waterproof probe goes into the water — the sensor's electronics stay outside the aquarium. In a terrarium the probe doesn't need to be submerged — it can simply sit in the air or in the substrate.

Does the sensor run on a battery?

No — the current version is powered permanently over a USB cable (5 V) and runs continuously.