10 Best Soil Test Kits Reviews – Essential Equipment To Examine Your Garden Soil

This kit is a capsule system that tests for soil pH, Phosphorus, Potash, and Nitrogen. It allows for 40 tests, 10 for each nutrient and pH. The color comparators are patented, and the kit includes very simple and easy to understand instructions. This might be a good option if you are new to gardening but are starting to build up a level of confidence.

And given the easy instructions included, a beginning gardener could likely perform this test very easily. Along with the instructions, you will find included a soil pH preference list for more than 450 plants.

To use this product, you simply take a sample of your soil and mix it with water. You then move part of that solution to the color comparator using the included eye dropper, add powder from the capsules, shake and watch the color change. You then just compare your color for your test results. It is all complete in a couple of minutes. In order to use this product successfully, you need to have the confidence to read the results yourself accurately. And you must only be interested in the concentration of the four nutrients for which it tests. It does not test moisture or light.

This kit from Luster Leaf uses advanced LED digital technology to read test colors. The results come back very quickly in a matter for a few seconds. And they are easily retrieved as you need only push a test button. There is a total of 25 tests included in the kit. There are 10 for pH and 5 each for Phosphorus, Potash, and Nitrogen.

This kit includes pH preferences for more than 450 plants and includes instructions on how to adjust soil pH. The instructions with this kit are very easy to follow and understand, making this a possible choice for any new gardener with limited experience. It has a patent pending on its optical calibration system to read test colors, and it can read small color variations. This means being able to differentiate color variations that would evade the naked eye. Once you have the results from your samples, the included booklet directs you how to adjust your soil’s pH and also makes recommendations on fertilizers that would suit your needs.

Some reviewers of this product state that it can be challenging to use. For example, some reviewers noted that the caps on the test bottles are small, won’t stand independently, and have caps that are hard to remove. In addition, some reviewers claim the capsules are hard to pull apart without spilling the powder.

This kit from Soil Savvy is professional-grade and provides a very simple fertilizer recommendation based on the results of your particular soil. This product does require you to send in your soil. So, you fill your jar with soil and ship it in with the pre-paid postage envelope provided with the kit. The results are available in 7-10 days and can be accessed through your email or the web.

The report you receive includes the levels of 14 nutrients, as well as pH, in your soil. These nutrients include nitrate and ammonium, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium, sulfur, iron, sodium, zinc, manganese, copper, aluminum, and boron. Once you receive your report, you can find a fertilizer that matches the recommendations given to you. It makes purchasing a fertilizer a bit easier and more straightforward.

This product is also reviewed as having good customer service which is a benefit if you have questions or concerns related to your test kit. This can be a great option for those who are beginning their journey in gardening. Not only do you not have to test your own soil or read the results, but you also have customer service available to you for questions.

This probe measures two things in your soil, pH and, moisture. It does not measure light or nutrients. Given the length of the meter, 295mm, it is possible to measure deeper into the soil all the way past the root zone.

This product is self-powered and does not require batteries. It is waterproof and measures pH from 3 -8. It measures soil moisture levels from 1 – 8. The accuracy of this product is +/- 0.2. The set comes with 1 soil pH and moisture meter and an English instruction manual.

This probe is sturdy so it is likely to last for some time, meaning that this might be a good investment if you plan on keeping up with your garden for some time to come and are only interested in measuring pH level and moisture. The instructions are reviewed as being very easy to read and understand, and the pH results are reviewed as being similar to those produced from a soil testing kit but without the mess.

This product contains a total of 40 tests, 10 each for pH, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potash. There are a number of other accessories included as well including a durable case, easy-to-follow instructions, tips and tricks for gardening and changing soil conditions, and a pH preference list for hundreds of different plants. This product is reviewed as being very easy to use which might make this a good option for a new gardener.

This Environmental Concepts product provides detailed guidelines for using the best plants for your particular soil environment, so you can individualize your planting. Some reviewers have commented on the ease of using this kit, so if you are new to gardening or soil testing, this might be a good option for you. The results are noted as being very easy to read, though they are generalized and come back as “high”, “medium” and “low” for each chemical.

Other reviewers commented that they could only complete the pH test and not the others, most specifically the Nitrogen test, stating that tests other than the pH did not produce reliable results. It also seems that it may be challenging to find replacement chemicals for this set.

This kit provides materials for a total of 80 tests and measures for soil pH, Nitrogen, phosphorus, and Potash levels in the soil. The 80 total tests account for 20 each for all four measures. You can expect a result that states either deficient or sufficient for each nutrient. You do not receive an actual measure of the concentration. The 80 tests may last you quite some time, so this option might be a good investment if you plan on testing frequently or over the course of a lengthier time.

This product comes with a plastic carrying case for ease of transport and includes instructions for use and recommendations to transform soil based on the results produced by the test. If you are new to gardening, you may want to follow the recommendations in the event you are unsure of how to transform your soil independently.

This soil test kit produces reliable results, but some users have remarked that reagents cannot be purchased. This means that you ultimately may have to continue to re-purchase the entire product over again if you use the tests for one nutrient more often than others. This can be a drawback if you aren’t interested in purchasing the same product multiple times.

This product can be used straight out of the box and measures three different conditions. The 3 in 1 design measures pH, light, and moisture. It does not measure any nutrients.

This provides you with a different picture of the state of your lawn when compared to products that measure nutrients in your soil. You will know if the pH is off for your plants as well as if they are getting enough moisture and light. You will not know the level of nutrients in your soil so you will not be able to make any adjustments based on nutrients and you will not receive a recommendation on appropriate fertilizer.

This kit is portable, so it isn’t just for using on your soil. It can also be used on houseplants as well. It also means that it can be used in classrooms or you can lend it out if friends or families need to use it.

To use this product, you simply switch it to pH/light/moisture as needed and put the probe into the soil. You then adjust the probe and check the pH/light/moisture after ten minutes. Then remove the probe and wipe it clean. The Yoyomax Soil Test Kit comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. There is a 12 months warrant in addition to a 30 days money back guarantee available with the purchase of this product.

This soil meter measures moisture, light and pH levels in your soil and can be used both indoors and outdoors. It does not measure the level of nutrients in your soil. It is self-powered and does not require batteries, so you really do not need to invest in any accessories to use this probe. Likewise, you can easily use this product right out of the box with very little setup or learning.

To use this product, you simply switch it to the feature you want to measure. Then, you stick the probe into the soil about 2-4 inches deep and adjust the position of the probe. Leave it for 10 minutes and simply read the results. Remove the probe and clean after each use.

The measurements are quite sensitive to this product and give accurate results. The pH range this product will measure is 3.5 – 8 and the moisture range is 1-10. The light range it will measure is 0-2000 lux. This product does not come with any accessories and as such only includes the soil meter.

This is a great option if you are only concerned with moisture, light, and pH in your plants. If you are interested in the concentration of other nutrients or have other concerned related to your garden or houseplants, this may not be the best option for you.

This kit provides a 3-in-1 function to measure soil moisture, sunlight level, and pH value. It does not measure any nutrients in the soil. This product is an upgraded model that took the manufacturer two years to research and create. The probes have been improved, and the detection technology has been upgraded to produce quicker and more accurate readings. It is reviewed as being very accurate and easy to use.

You will see readings on an enlarged screen which provides an easy-to-read display. The improved probes are more sensitive which means higher sensitivity to changes in soil and the upgraded light-sensing receiver is more sensitive to light, all to produce more accurate results. And given the ease of use and instructions, those results are also easy to decipher.

Users of this product remark on its ease of use and many states that the results are delivered almost instantly, rather than the 10 minutes advertised. This is very quick to use so if you are looking for almost immediate results, this might be the right product for you.

This tester is easy to move and is lightweight so you can use it around for both indoor and outdoor use. Use it outside in your garden or indoors with your houseplants. This product comes with a 12-Month Hassle Free Money Back or Free New Replacement guarantee. So, if you have any concerns, you should be able to have the product replaced or receive your investment back.

This sensor measures moisture in plants both indoors and outdoors. This sensor will prevent you from underwatering or overwatering your plants, and it requires no batteries or electricity. This product does not measure any other nutrients which can be a drawback if you are concerned with other conditions of your soil. However, this could be the right option for you if you are only worried about the moisture level of your plants or garden. This product does not measure access to light either.

The easy-to-read instructions are printed on the back of the pamphlet included with the sensor. The moisture range with this product is 1-10.

There is a 30-day money back guarantee that comes with this product as well as customer service that responds within 24 hours of your request. There is also an 18-month replacement guarantee and lifetime support guarantee. This is a strong positive for this product, particularly if you are new to gardening and may have questions that can be addressed by customer service.