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Hands on Review: Brewfather App – Recipe Formulation, Calculators & Brew Day Tools + Limited Time DEAL

This review is by Homebrew Finds Contributor Brad Probert.  Brad is an engineer, expert homebrewer and experienced reviewer.  Grab a link to Brad’s website at the end of this review.


Rare, Limited Time DEAL… Save 25%!

  • Sales on Brewfather are rare.  As of this posting, they’re offering a whopping 25% off.
  • Go to https://web.brewfather.app in your browser
  • Click on your name/email in the menu to go to your Account Page
  • Click “Change Plan”
  • Click “Add Coupon” and enter PAYPAL
  • Choose Annual Plan to maximize savings.

25% Off Brewfather Premium – remember coupon code PAYPAL


Brewfather App

Depending on your brewing personality, you might take notes on paper, do no recipe calculations at all, or use brewing software. I started using BeerSmith when I moved to all-grain brewing, since there were more variables to control when making a recipe and more process steps to keep track of. I’ve been using BeerSmith 2 for the past 5 years, and that’s established my baseline expectations of brewing software. That’s the perspective used when I evaluated the Brewfather software.


Give it a Try!

Brewfather offers a free full feature trial.  After the trial period, you’ll still have access via a limited, non-expiring account

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Finding… RAPT Pill Digital Hydrometer from Kegland

rapt pillThe RAPT Pill allows accurate and precise, true real-time specific gravity and temperature logging and control via wifi/bluetooth integration with the RAPT fermentation chamber (KL15813), RAPT mobile app or RAPT IOT.

The RAPT Pill acts as both a real-time gravity testing hydrometer and thermometer allowing instant gravity and temperature measurements and also logging from inside your fermenter during fermentation.

The RAPT Pill boasts many advantages over other wireless hydrometers and thermometers including tough design, better ergonomics, sanitary design and less susceptible to error as a result of hops, krausen or CO2 bubbles generated from fermentation.

The iSpindel is a DIY Wi-Fi enabled hydrometer.  The project originated in Germany, but an English translation is available.


This integrates directly with RAPT fermentation Chamber and can also work independently via RAPT mobile app or RAPT IOT. 

Finding RAPT Pill:

Availability of RAPT Pill in the US has been scant. eBay has been the only place I’ve been able to find them.

Search eBay for RAPT Pill for additional options

Also…

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Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Rare Deal on TILT Bluetooth Hydrometer! + Hands on Review

tilt deal

TILT Bluetooth Hydrometer via Adventures in Homebrewing

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Designed specifically for homebrewers, the Tilt Hydrometer & Thermometer monitors both the specific gravity and temperature of your batch while its fermenting without having to open your fermenter and waste your beer for test samples, allowing you to brew more consistent batches of beer and makes each batch much easier to track. Using the Tilt App (Available Here!) you can instantly check on your batches readings using an Apple iPhone/iPad or Android smartphone/tablet. Designed with a high precision temperature sensor and accelerometer, the Tilt monitors your batch with a fine degree of control. The specific gravity is accurate +/- 0.002 within the Tilt’s 0.990 to 1.120 range. The included thermometer is accurate +/- 1 degree F. The increased transmission power of the Tilt gives it better reception and range, allowing it to send data through large, thick-walled fermenters and it will work with most Bluetooth 4.0+ devices. The Tilt was also built with efficiency in mind. The reduced power consumption allows to to use you Tilt batch after batch with the same battery. Each Tilt comes calibrated and ready to use with an included battery. Battery life is 12-24 months depending on usage. Easy to use, the Tilt makes a great addition to any brewhouse. Simply download the app, sanitize your Tilt, drop it into your fermenter, and start taking readings!

The Tilt Hydrometers comes in a rainbow of colors to brighten up your brew supplies, but these colors are not just cosmetic. Use a different color Tilt to monitor multiple batches of beer at the same time. The Tilt App will not read multiple hydrometers of the same color.


 

Why the TILT is Awesome: Hands on Review: Tilt Bluetooth Fermentation Hydrometer!

Tilt Hydrometers at Adventures in Homebrewing!

Check sale or product page for current availability & pricing

RARE, Limited Time Deal:

Deals on TILT are rare, why? This is a MAP item. MAP = Minimum Advertised Price.  It’s an agreement between sellers and manufacturer’s not to sell an item below a certain price.  This gear generally sells for about the same price no matter where you purchase it from and is rarely discounted.

Adventures in Homebrewing’s Rewards program typically offers about 5% back. Each qualifying item earns 1 point per dollar. 200 points gets you a $10 discount code.

For a limited time, they’re giving double points back. That equates to about 10% back on most things including many sale items.

My contact at AIH says this works on EVERYTHING excluding gift cards.

This is a great chance to get a de facto discount on items and lines that are typically not discounted like Blichmann, Anvil, TILT, Grainfather and TapcoolerReview. If you work for one of these companies… no item is being directly discounted.

Sale items at AIH are typically excluded from discounts, this is an exception… Sale Items – sorted low to high AND sorted most popular first

2x Rewards! <<< Important, go to this page to double check that 5x rewards points are still being offered.

Note: In order to earn rewards points, you must log in to your AIH account.

See: Rewards Program Complete Details

This works on TILT!

Tilt Hydrometers at Adventures in Homebrewing

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Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Hands on Review: Tilt Bluetooth Fermentation Hydrometer

tilt review

This review is by Homebrew Finds Contributor Brad Probert.  Brad is an engineer, expert homebrewer and experienced reviewer.  Grab a link to Brad’s website at the end of this review.

Tilt Bluetooth Fermentation Hydrometer

I get pretty excited about most homebrew gear. As an engineer, I love trying to find new tools that let me brew more consistently, or give me control over processes that previously were just a spectator sport. The Tilt Bluetooth hydrometer is one of those devices that pulls back the curtain a bit on a part of the brew process that’s a bit more mysterious. It lets you see what’s going on within your fermenting beer in a way that makes you wonder how you managed without it before.


Get a Deal on TILT:

Deals on TILT are rare, why? This is a MAP item. MAP = Minimum Advertised Price.  It’s an agreement between sellers and manufacturer’s not to sell an item below a certain price.  This gear generally sells for about the same price no matter where you purchase it from and is rarely discounted.

  • Adventures in Homebrewing’s Rewards program typically offers about 5% back. Each qualifying item earns 1 point per dollar. 200 points gets you a $10 discount code.
  • My contact at AIH says this works on EVERYTHING excluding gift cards.
  • Note: In order to earn rewards points, you must log in to your AIH account.
  • See: Rewards Program Complete Details

This is a loophole or sorts that gets you a rare, de facto discount on TILT

Tilt Hydrometers at Adventures in Homebrewing


Check Current Prices & Availability

Check product pages and searches for current availability, description and pricing

A note about colors: The function of all models is the same. If you want multiple TILTs you should choose different colors because your app can monitor only one of each color

TILT Wrench

TILT Range Extender


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The device comes in a compact clear polycarbonate tube, sealed on each end to keep the battery and fancy circuitry dry as it floats along in your fermentor. It’s completely no-strings-attached, and you just drop it in your fermentor and the Bluetooth chip on board broadcasts to your smartphone or tablet to report Standard Gravity and temperature. It makes use of a novel concept to track your gravity. It has a digital inclinometer on board, which measures how much it’s “tilt”-ed . The weight of the device makes it want to sink in your beer, and buoyancy of the cylinder counteracts it. The thicker your wort is, the Tilt doesn’t sink as much and as a result has a greater tilt. As your fermentation progresses and the gravity drops, the buoyancy decreases and Tilt sinks lower and becomes more vertical. The circuitry measuring the angle does some calculations and outputs the angle as a gravity measurement.

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The PLAATO Keg Management System… $99 + Hands on Review

PLAATO Keg - Keg Management System KEG913

PLAATO Keg – Keg Management System

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

PLAATO Keg is the first all-in-one system that keeps a track of what’s happening with your kegs so you can better manage your draft system. Check in on how much beer is left in each keg, get real time measurements of every pour, and receive push notifications if Plaato Keg detects something out of sorts.

PLAATO Keg uses three synchronized, high-quality load-cells that measures the keg-weight every 0.1 second, sending real-time data of your kegs directly to your smartphone using WiFi. Made from impact resistant polycarbonate body, which can withstand even the roughest environments.

  • WiFi Connectivity
  • iOS & Android app
  • Measure the level of beer inside the tank and real time pouring status

Know How Much You Have
The new Plaato Keg knows exactly how much beer is left in all of your kegs. Highly accurate load-cells keep track of the good stuff, and yes, the beer’s gravity is accounted for in the calculations.

See How Much You Pour
Plaato Keg shows you pouring in real-time, and notifies you whenever a beer is being poured from your keg.

Get Notified When Your Thermostat Goes Wild
With the built-in temperature sensor and WiFi-connection, you can remotely monitor your kegerator. By enabling push-notifications, you will get notified is something is wrong, such as an opened door or a thermostat running wild.

Built-in Leak Detection
Get notification in the app if liquid is detected. Plaato Keg is internet-connected, so you will get the notification wherever you are.

Waterproof
Fully waterproof enclosure ensures operation even in the toughest of environments.

Connect All Your Kegs
Add an unlimited number of kegs to the same account.

Industry Standard Accuracy
High-quality, full-bridge load-cells makes the PLAATO Keg highly accurate, even on the smallest pours (and on the bigger ones).

Share Access to Your Inventory
Keep your friends included and grant them access to your account, so they can remind you to brew another batch when you’re running low. (Even though that might be annoying.)

Plug & Play Setup
Once you start kegging, there’s no going back! We know the drill. You start out happy enough to have a single keg, then suddenly you find yourself with seven kegs. That is why Plaato Keg was designed to be easy to install.

Get Full Control
Batch-specific details, real-time measurements and kegerator dashboard. The free PLAATO-app lets you have all your kegs in the same place. Each keg has its own dashboard, letting you type in batch-specific data, including Last Pour Size, Batch Name, Kegging Date, OG & FG. The app automatically calculates ABV% and the volume of beer in the keg based on the Final Gravity, and you can choose between Metric or US Customary units.

CO2 Mode
Enable CO2-mode in the Plaato-app, and turn one of your keg devices into your CO2 tank monitor, checking the remaining level of gas in real-time. Use it to have control over the remaining level of CO2 to make sure you have enough for the upcoming brew day, or use it to detect a CO2-leak from your system.

Specifications:

  • Super Slim and Sleek Design
  • Keg Volume: 0-14 Gal / 0-60 L
  • Resolution: 0.33 oz / 10 ml
  • Update Frequency: 10 hz
  • WiFi Connectivity
  • Free iOS and Andriod app
  • USB-powered (cable included)
  • 3x High-quality full-bridge load cells
  • Impact resistent polycarbonate body
  • Waterproof

Functions:

  • Keg Volume Measurement
  • Last Pour Size
  • Ambeint temperature measurements
  • CO2-tank mode
  • Historical data
  • Optional User Input: beer type, kegging date, OG & FG, ABV%
  • Real time push notifications

 

For a limited time Adventures in Homebrewing has this on sale for just $99.

PLAATO Keg – Keg Management System

Hands on Review…

Hands on Review: Plaato Keg Management System!

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Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Hands on Review: Plaato Keg Management System! + Limited Time Deal, Get it for $99!

This review is by Homebrew Finds Contributor Brad Probert.  Brad is an engineer, expert homebrewer and experienced reviewer.  Grab a link to Brad’s website at the end of this review.


Limited Time Deal, Review Continues Below:

  • For a limited time Adventures in Homebrewing has this on sale for just $99.
  • Stacks With Free Shipping: Adventures in Homebrewing is offering free shipping on most orders of $55 or more to addresses in the contiguous US.

PLAATO Keg – Keg Management System


Plaato Keg Management System

If you bottle your beer, it’s easy to know how much beer you have left. You look in your fridge and count bottles. But when you keg, it’s like an advanced version of a memory game, counting how many beers you poured, with which size glass, over several weeks of time. Or it’s like a carnival game where you to try to estimate how much is left by lifting the keg and seeing how heavy it still is. Sometimes these methods work, and sometimes you end up pouring the last beer before you get a chance to bottle one for your friend. Or your neighbor missed the beer you wanted him to try at the party because you didn’t realize the keg was that low.


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Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

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  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

Inkbird Inkbird WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer [Monitor Kegerator & Fermentation Temps]

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby RoomInkbird WiFi Thermometer and Hygrometer

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • 🌡🌡【Smart WiFi Control】It can be connected through 2.4GHz WiFi(5G WiFi is not supported, no gateway required), and it is easy to connect, no matter where you are, the mobile phone can be monitored remotely; which supports connecting multiple mobile phones, and conversely, a mobile phone can also read multiple sensors.
  • 🌡🌡【Data Storage & Export】Built-in temperature and humidity sensors, data is stored on the server and supports up to 1 year of historical data acquisition.
  • 🌡🌡【Smart Alert Function】The INKBIRD App supports charts, accuracy calibration, is easy to navigate, temperature alarm notification (alarm supports remote alarm, app information notification, low battery reminder), data export, and recording time intervals can be set, do not support built-in magnets, AAA battery*3 (not included).
  • 🌡🌡【Temperature humidity range and accuracy】Temperature range: -20℃~60℃ (-4℉~140℉); support higher temperature detection accuracy: ±0.3℃/±0.5℉; humidity range: 0%RH-99%RH; humidity Detection accuracy: ±3%RH. Calibration can be performed in the INKBIRD APP.
  • 🌡🌡【Easy to Place】The wifi temperature and humidity monitor's design fits in the palm of your hand, and with the lanyard holes design, it's enough to fit in potted plants, baby rooms, wine cellars, reptile vivariums, and other small spaces, not waterproof(not recommended for use in the refrigerator and freezer), meets your needs for any corner.

 

Possible uses include monitoring kegerator temperatures, beer fridge temperatures and fermentation chamber/area temperatures.

This has a hygrometer function as well.  That shows % relative humidity and could be handy for judging whether your Eva Dry (or similar) needs recharged for the purpose of handling excess kegerator and fermentation chamber wetness.  See: Damp Kegerator? Fix Kegerator Condensation

INKBIRD WiFi Thermometer Hygrometer Monitor, Smart Temperature Humidity Sensor IBS-TH3 with App Notification Alert, 1 Year Data Storage Export, Remote Monitor for Greenhouse Wine Cellar Baby Room– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

PLAATO Closeout Deals – Low Stock on Airlock

PLAATO Airlock V3 - Wireless Hydrometer and Airlock

  • Adventures in Homebrewing is closing out two PLAATo airlocks and Keg Management System.
  • Both are marked down to just $99

The airlock had sold out. As of this update, it’s available again. Check product page to see current availability. Update: The air lock is showing low stock again.

PLAATO Airlock V3 – Wireless Hydrometer and Airlock

PLAATO Keg – Keg Management SystemHands on Review

homebrewing.org sale

More: Recent AIH Finds

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Update: PLAATO Closeout Deals – airlock is back in stock

PLAATO Airlock V3 - Wireless Hydrometer and Airlock

  • Adventures in Homebrewing is closing out two PLAATo airlocks and Keg Management System.
  • Both are marked down to just $99

The airlock had sold out. As of this update, it’s available again. Check product page to see current availability.

PLAATO Airlock V3 – Wireless Hydrometer and Airlock

PLAATO Keg – Keg Management SystemHands on Review

homebrewing.org sale

More: Recent AIH Finds

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Back in Stock… RAPT Pill Digital Hydrometers from Kegland

rapt pillThe RAPT Pill allows accurate and precise, true real-time specific gravity and temperature logging and control via wifi/bluetooth integration with the RAPT fermentation chamber (KL15813), RAPT mobile app or RAPT IOT.

The RAPT Pill acts as both a real-time gravity testing hydrometer and thermometer allowing instant gravity and temperature measurements and also logging from inside your fermenter during fermentation.

The RAPT Pill boasts many advantages over other wireless hydrometers and thermometers including tough design, better ergonomics, sanitary design and less susceptible to error as a result of hops, krausen or CO2 bubbles generated from fermentation.

The iSpindel is a DIY Wi-Fi enabled hydrometer.  The project originated in Germany, but an English translation is available.


This integrates directly with RAPT fermentation Chamber and can also work independently via RAPT mobile app or RAPT IOT. 

Limited Time Deals:

Back in stock… Both of these offerings have been sold out for some time. As of this update, both are showing avaiability.

On 2….

As of this posting, it doesn’t look like this is available in the US. From what I’m hearing, that will probably remain the case. I’m guessing RAPT pill will not be distributed in the US.

As of this posting, this eBay seller is selling two packs of for about $112 with about $19 in shipping charges. That figures to about $66.50 each shipped.

2 RAPT Pill Digital Hydrometers (Kegland) w/ additional O-Rings and colored cap

On 1…

As of this posting, this eBay seller is the RAPT Pill for about $56 with about $11 in shipping charges.

RAPT Pill Digital Hydrometer (Kegland) w/ additional O-Ring

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