{"product_id":"eco-start-salt-connect-saltwater-pool-monitor","title":"EcO Start SALT + Connect – Smart Pool Monitor with Wi-Fi Gateway","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start SALT + Connect – Smart Saltwater Pool Monitor with Wi-Fi Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmarter water care for saltwater pools and hot tubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour salt chlorine generator handles chlorine production. EcO Start SALT + Connect helps you keep track of the water conditions that matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for pools and hot tubs using saltwater treatment systems, this complete smart monitoring solution combines a saltwater-compatible EcO sensor, the iopool cOnnect Wi-Fi gateway, and the free iopool app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitor pH, oxidation-reduction potential (ORP), and water temperature, review your latest readings remotely, and get personalized guidance to help maintain your water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for saltwater pools and compatible hot tubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitors pH, ORP, and water temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes cOnnect for remote Wi-Fi monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonalized pool care recommendations through the app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo monthly subscription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-year EcO warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EcO SALT is compatible with saltwater treatment, but it does not directly measure salt concentration (ppm) or free chlorine (ppm). Salt test strips are included for separate salinity checks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is EcO Start SALT + Connect?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start SALT + Connect is iopool's smart pool water monitoring solution for saltwater pools and compatible saltwater hot tubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt combines three essential components:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO SALT – Smart Water Monitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA floating water analyzer designed for salt-treated water. It measures pH, ORP, and temperature to help you better understand your pool's changing water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool cOnnect – Bluetooth\/Wi-Fi Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included gateway receives EcO readings over Bluetooth and sends them through your home's Wi-Fi network, enabling remote access when connected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iopool App\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA free companion app that displays your available measurements and provides personalized water care guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these components create a connected monitoring system specifically suited to saltwater pool ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information about treatment compatibility, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.iopool.com\/en\/articles\/2854856-is-iopool-suitable-for-saltwater-pools\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eguide to using iopool with saltwater pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose a Monitor Designed for Saltwater Pools?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater pools use a salt chlorine generator to produce chlorine from dissolved salt. Although these pools rely on chlorine for sanitation, their treatment system differs from conventional chlorine dosing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper water balance still matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO SALT helps owners monitor key water parameters while using a sensor version specifically designed for salt-treated environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the standard EcO monitor, which is not compatible with saltwater treatment, EcO SALT is designed for pools equipped with salt chlorinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SALT version is about treatment compatibility, not additional salt measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt does not control your salt chlorine generator, adjust its output, or replace the manufacturer's recommended salt-level tests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does EcO SALT Measure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO SALT directly measures three water parameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH – Track Your Saltwater Pool's Water Balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH indicates how acidic or basic your pool water is.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitoring pH helps you identify changes that may affect swimmer comfort and chlorine effectiveness. This is particularly useful in saltwater pools, where maintaining suitable pH remains an important part of routine care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP – Follow Your Water's Disinfection Potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP stands for oxidation-reduction potential. Measured in millivolts (mV), it indicates the water's ability to support oxidation and disinfection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP is useful for understanding changes in water treatment conditions, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eit is not a direct reading of free chlorine concentration in ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn saltwater pools, ORP can also vary with pH, stabilizer levels, chlorine generation cycles, and other water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Temperature – Monitor Changes in Your Pool or Hot Tub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO measures water temperature, giving you another useful indicator for everyday pool and spa care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature can influence water treatment requirements and how you manage your pool or hot tub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does EcO SALT Not Measure Directly?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO SALT does not directly measure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalt concentration or salinity (ppm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree chlorine concentration (ppm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCyanuric acid (CYA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal alkalinity (TA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese additional parameters require appropriate manual testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater monitoring is not the same as salt-level testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use the included salt test strips to check salinity and follow the recommendations from your salt chlorine generator manufacturer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemote Saltwater Pool Monitoring with cOnnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to check your pool water while you're at work or away from home?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start SALT + Connect includes the gateway required for remote monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere's how it works:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO SALT → Bluetooth → cOnnect Gateway → Home Wi-Fi → iopool App\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to communicate its measurements. The cOnnect gateway receives those readings and transmits them through your home internet connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can then review the latest available measurements in your iopool app, wherever you have internet access.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor remote monitoring, you need:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 2.4 GHz home Wi-Fi network with internet access\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn available power outlet for cOnnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gateway location within Bluetooth range of EcO and home Wi-Fi coverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compatible smartphone with the iopool app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.iopool.com\/en\/articles\/4057582-how-to-connect-my-iopool-wifi-gateway\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool Wi-Fi gateway installation guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for setup instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remote updates depend on the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections. EcO is a monitoring system, not a continuous live-streaming sensor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iopool App – Turn Water Readings into Pool Care Guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnowing your pool's water conditions is the first step. Understanding what to do next is just as important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe free iopool app brings your monitoring information together and helps guide your maintenance routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the app, you can:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eView your latest available pH, ORP, and temperature readings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess water monitoring data remotely through cOnnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReceive personalized pool care recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow suggested maintenance actions and treatment guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnter additional water test results when requested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe app uses your pool's characteristics and available water measurements to help you make informed maintenance decisions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable on iOS and Android, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno paid subscription required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe app provides guidance; it does not automatically operate or adjust your salt chlorine generator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs EcO Start SALT + Connect Compatible with Your Pool?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start SALT + Connect is designed primarily for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater swimming pools equipped with a salt chlorine generator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible saltwater hot tubs and spas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePools using compatible salt-based water treatment systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor chlorine- or bromine-treated pools without saltwater treatment, the standard EcO model is generally the more appropriate solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your pool uses a combination of treatment methods, check compatibility with iopool before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included with EcO Start SALT + Connect?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour saltwater monitoring solution includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × EcO SALT Smart Water Monitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × iopool cOnnect Bluetooth\/Wi-Fi Gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × Quick Start Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 × iopool 6-in-1 test strips with reference chart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 × salt test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × iopool measuring spoon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gateway is included as an essential component of this US solution. No separate gateway purchase is needed for remote connectivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Set Up Your Saltwater Pool Monitor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGetting started with EcO SALT involves four main steps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Set up the iopool app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload the app, create your account, and enter your pool or hot tub information, including its treatment type.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Prepare and activate EcO SALT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the Quick Start Guide to prepare your monitor and place it in the water in the correct measuring position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Connect the cOnnect gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlug the gateway into a suitable outlet within Bluetooth range of the monitor and connect it to your 2.4 GHz home Wi-Fi network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Complete your water profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerform the additional water tests requested by the app, including salt-level testing where appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your system is connected, you can follow your available water readings and maintenance recommendations from your smartphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Technical Information and Long-Term Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect measurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pH, ORP (mV), water temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater treatment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saltwater-compatible EcO version\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensor communication:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemote monitoring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included cOnnect Bluetooth\/Wi-Fi gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGateway Wi-Fi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.4 GHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile app:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e iOS and Android\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubscription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO warranty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 years from purchase, subject to warranty terms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplaceable Components on EcO V2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn EcO V2 models, the battery and sensors can be replaced separately, helping extend the monitor's usable life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical component lifespans are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattery:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2–3 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH and ORP sensors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3–5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual lifespan depends on operating conditions, water quality, maintenance, and proper winter storage. These are indicative ranges, not fixed replacement dates or warranty periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover how \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.iopool.com\/en\/articles\/14821179-eco-replacement-sensors-and-battery-everything-you-need-to-know\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO V2 battery and sensor replacement works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibration and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO is calibrated before use. From the second season onward, calibration at the start of each season is recommended. For year-round use, annual calibration is advised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the app's instructions and use the dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.iopool.com\/products\/calibration-kit\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO calibration kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring operation, keep the sensor components immersed. Follow iopool's recommended storage and winterizing procedure when removing the monitor from service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start SALT + Connect vs. EcO Start + Connect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing the right EcO depends primarily on how your pool or hot tub is sanitized.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start SALT + Connect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start + Connect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChlorine or bromine, without salt treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO sensor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSALT-compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH, ORP, temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH, ORP, temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecOnnect Wi-Fi gateway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemote monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect salt measurement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubscription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your pool uses a salt chlorine generator, choose EcO Start SALT + Connect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your pool uses conventional chlorine or bromine treatment without salt, explore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.iopool.com\/products\/eco-start-connect-smart-pool-monitor\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start + Connect for chlorine- and bromine-treated pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.iopool.com\/collections\/start-packs\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecompare iopool starter solutions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to find the right setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding ORP in Saltwater Pools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA salt chlorine generator produces chlorine, while EcO SALT monitors the water's oxidation-reduction potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are related, but they are not the same measurement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP can help you follow changes in disinfection conditions. However, an ORP reading cannot tell you the exact amount of free chlorine in ppm or how much salt is dissolved in your pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor responsible saltwater pool care, combine EcO's pH, ORP, and temperature monitoring with appropriate manual chlorine, salt, and water balance tests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO SALT measure salt levels in ppm?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. EcO SALT is designed for saltwater pools, but it does not directly measure salt concentration. The package includes 20 salt test strips for separate salinity checks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO SALT measure chlorine levels?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. EcO measures ORP, which indicates oxidation and disinfection potential. It does not directly measure free chlorine concentration in ppm. Use an appropriate chlorine test when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO SALT work with a salt chlorine generator?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. EcO SALT is designed for salt-treated pools, including those equipped with salt chlorinators. It monitors water conditions but does not control chlorine production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the cOnnect Wi-Fi gateway included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. EcO Start SALT + Connect includes the cOnnect Bluetooth\/Wi-Fi gateway. It is part of the complete starter solution, not a separately required add-on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I monitor my saltwater pool when I'm away from home?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The included gateway sends EcO readings through your home Wi-Fi and internet connection, allowing you to check available measurements remotely in the iopool app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need Wi-Fi to use EcO SALT?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO itself communicates using Bluetooth. For remote monitoring through the included cOnnect gateway, you need a compatible 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network with internet access.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use EcO SALT in a saltwater hot tub?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, EcO SALT is designed for compatible saltwater pools and hot tubs. Check with iopool if your spa uses a specialized or combined treatment system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I still need test strips?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. EcO directly measures pH, ORP, and temperature. Additional tests are needed for salinity, free chlorine concentration, total alkalinity, stabilizer, and other relevant water balance parameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs a subscription required?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. EcO Start SALT + Connect does not require a monthly subscription for access to the iopool app and its included remote monitoring functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow long does EcO SALT last?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn EcO V2 models, the battery typically lasts 2–3 years and the pH and ORP sensors may require replacement after approximately 3–5 years. These components can be replaced separately, depending on the model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat warranty and return policy apply?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO comes with a 2-year warranty, subject to applicable terms. Eligible US purchases may be returned under the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us.iopool.com\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool US 30-day return policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559653232989,"sku":"CONNECT-SALT-US","price":409.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/0336\/8388\/files\/EcoStart_Connect_1_3.png?v=1714655647","url":"https:\/\/us.iopool.com\/products\/eco-start-salt-connect-saltwater-pool-monitor","provider":"iopool US","version":"1.0","type":"link"}