VT-05 Professional Soil pH Meter Tester, Soil pH and Moisture Meter Hygrometer, Soil Tester PH Instrument Hygrometer Monitor Humidity for Vineyards, Orchards, Field Production, Lawn, Gardens

This may look strange but it’s actually a great design. It’s sturdy and will not break. The cone shape and large electrodes allow for much better contact with the dirt being measured. This wall last for many seasons.

I followed directions, like others have mentioned the whole leaving it in the soil for "more than 10 minutes, but less than 1 hour" was inconvenient--evrn more so when it didn't budge from pH of 7, soil moistness on the same mark (Dry), no matter where I put it, different types of soil, different levels of wetness (including downright boggy). So frustrating. Returned for another of the same, thinking it must be defective; had same results with 2nd one. REALLY wanted to like it, so disappointed. Returned 2nd one, as well.

I received this item december 4It's now February. I took it out to try It. needle stays on seven does not move. Return window is close.

Completely unuseful. Wasted my money.