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X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector

X-Sense · Water Leak Sensors · Model SWS51

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  • X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector lists On Device Alert Sound; Water Leak Alerts; Home Assistant.
  • Check power requirements and whether the alert works independently of network connectivity.

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Recorded year
2024
Recorded warranty
5 years
Dimensions
76.96 x 76.96 x 29.1 mm
Weight
100g

The details that shape your choice

X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector Quick Features

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Sensor Cable
No
On Device Alert Sound
Yes
Water Leak Alerts
Yes
Low Battery Alerts
Yes
Other
Sub-1G (SBS50 Base Station required)
Home Assistant
Yes

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X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector: Capabilities And Limitations

Based on listed specifications, not hands-on testing. Manufacturer sources are linked where checked.

What it offers

  • An on-device audible alert is listed as an additional notification route. Check power requirements and whether the alert works independently of network connectivity. 110 dB on the detector (the SBS50 base station alarm is 100 dB)

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  • Water-leak alerts are recorded as a supported monitoring event. Verify the notification path and any controller dependency. An alert alone does not close a water valve.

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  • A Home Assistant integration is listed, providing an integration path to verify for the exact model. Check the exact integration and firmware. A catalog integration label does not establish local control, official support or available entities. Community X-Sense integration for Home Assistant (HACS), which lists this model and reads it from the X-Sense cloud account

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Questions About X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector

Does X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector support a water-sensing cable?

No, according to the listed specifications. Check whether the cable is included, the maximum length and the areas it can cover.

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Does X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector sound an alert on the device?

Yes, according to the listed specifications. Check power requirements and whether the alert works independently of network connectivity. 110 dB on the detector (the SBS50 base station alarm is 100 dB)

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Does X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector report water-leak alerts?

Yes, according to the listed specifications. Verify the notification path and any controller dependency. An alert alone does not close a water valve.

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Does X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector support Matter?

No, according to the listed specifications. Verify the exact device type, firmware and features exposed in your chosen platform. Matter support is not proof of feature parity.

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Does X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector work with Home Assistant?

Yes, according to the listed specifications. Check the exact integration and firmware. A catalog integration label does not establish local control, official support or available entities. Community X-Sense integration for Home Assistant (HACS), which lists this model and reads it from the X-Sense cloud account

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X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector Specifications

Recorded catalog values. Expand notes for qualifications; unknown values are not treated as missing features.

0 of 28 fields matched to manufacturer documentation. Source checks apply only to the named model and stated scope. Other fields remain catalog data. How we verify specifications →

28 of 28 specifications · 7 sections

Included Accessories1 fields
Included Accessories specifications
Sensor CableNo
Features3 fields
Features specifications
On Device Alert SoundYes
Details & conditions

110 dB on the detector (the SBS50 base station alarm is 100 dB)

On Device Alert LightNo
AutomationsNo
Alerts5 fields
Alerts specifications
Water Leak AlertsYes
Temperature AlertsNo
Freeze Temperature AlertsNo
Low Battery AlertsYes
Tamper AlertsNo
Connectivity7 fields
Connectivity specifications
2.4 GHz Wi-FiNo
5 GHz Wi-FiNo
BluetoothNo
Z WaveNo
ZigbeeNo
ThreadNo
OtherSub-1G (SBS50 Base Station required)
Details & conditions

The SWS51 detector links to the X-Sense SBS50 base station over 915 MHz (US) / 868 MHz (EU), up to 1,640 ft (500 m) in open air; the base station carries the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection (802.11b/g/n)

Integrations6 fields
Integrations specifications
Google HomeNo
AlexaNo
Details & conditions

Alexa has no water leak sensor type: the Matter Water Leak Detector has no Alexa capability mapping, and bridges such as SmartThings or Home Assistant cannot expose a moisture sensor either

Apple HomeNo
SmartThingsNo
Home AssistantYes
Details & conditions

Community X-Sense integration for Home Assistant (HACS), which lists this model and reads it from the X-Sense cloud account

MatterNo
Power3 fields
Power specifications
WiredNo
Battery Type2x AAA
Battery Life3 years
Sensors3 fields
Sensors specifications
Water LeakYes
Details & conditions

4 bottom sensor probes and 2 top sensor probes to detect water leaks and floods, providing an early warning of water damage; suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and more

TemperatureNo
TiltNo

How this device compares

X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector vs Other Similar Models

Statistical context from 34 water leak sensors in this catalog. These figures describe our recorded data, not independent measurements.

Recorded feature coverage

On Device Alert Sound: 21 of 34 known answers are Yes

Features: 62% among explicit Yes/No answers; 0 of 34 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.

Recorded feature coverage

Low Battery Alerts: 19 of 19 known answers are Yes

Alerts: 100% among explicit Yes/No answers; 15 of 34 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.

Recorded feature coverage

Water Leak Alerts: 34 of 34 known answers are Yes

Alerts: 100% among explicit Yes/No answers; 0 of 34 devices have no resolved answer. Check the specifications for this model’s conditions.

Brand representation in this directory

2 of 34 models are from X-Sense

Counts water leak sensors listed here, not sales or market share. Catalog inclusion does not imply a recommendation.

What Should You Verify Before Buying X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector?

These checks describe water leak sensors requirements. Confirm each one against the exact model’s current manufacturer documentation and your installation.

  1. Choose point sensing or a cable for the area to monitor.
  2. Check local audible alerts and remote notification requirements.
  3. Verify battery reporting and accessible test procedures.
  4. Confirm the exact shutoff-valve integration if automatic response is needed.

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