Flo by Moen Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff is a smart home safety device from Moen. Requires a compatible main water line, nearby power, Wi-Fi, and the Moen app.
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Should I buy this?
consider
Consider it when automatic shutoff and insurance value outweigh installation work and alert or valve-reliability concerns.
Independent public sources repeatedly discuss false alerts/alert fatigue; inspect the linked accounts for context rather than treating this as universal consensus.E072 ↗E074 ↗
Independent public sources repeatedly discuss valve reliability/longevity; inspect the linked accounts for context rather than treating this as universal consensus.E073 ↗E074 ↗
Independent public sources repeatedly discuss automatic shutoff trust; inspect the linked accounts for context rather than treating this as universal consensus.E071 ↗E074 ↗
Who it is for
Homeowners prepared for in-line installation who want remote water monitoring and automatic shutoff.
Who should skip
You cannot accommodate installation, power, maintenance, or the consequences of false alerts and shutoffs.
Recurring positives
No positive theme met the independent corroboration threshold.
Recurring negatives
No negative theme met the independent corroboration threshold.
Unresolved contradictions
No unresolved contradiction was identified in the reviewed evidence.
4 sources reviewedNot a star average or universal consensus
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Newest source
2023-08-28
Confidence: medium
No current evidence included.
Exact/current-version evidence is below the three-source pilot target.
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Among other things, my homeowner’s insurance is requiring “proof of installation of a water leak detection system with automatic shut off in the plumbing system by a licensed contractor.” What is my best option?
But you get accustomed to clearing the false alerts so recently it *didn't* shut off the water when a renegade sprinkler was running for 6 hours, because I cleared the alert after 20 minutes.
Independent public sources repeatedly discuss false alerts/alert fatigue; inspect the linked accounts for context rather than treating this as universal consensus.
Independent public sources repeatedly discuss valve reliability/longevity; inspect the linked accounts for context rather than treating this as universal consensus.
Independent public sources repeatedly discuss automatic shutoff trust; inspect the linked accounts for context rather than treating this as universal consensus.
How much does the Flo by Moen Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff cost?
Two costs, not one: the hardware and professional installation. Both vary, so price them together before you buy. Prices are the figures the cited source published, in US dollars. Availability, local taxes and regional pricing outside the United States can differ, so check the official product page for your country before you buy.
What do you need to use the Flo by Moen Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff?
Requires a compatible main water line, nearby power, Wi-Fi, and the Moen app.
What do reviewers say about the Flo by Moen Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff?
Consider it when automatic shutoff and insurance value outweigh installation work and alert or valve-reliability concerns.
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