{"product_id":"eco-start","title":"EcO Start – Smart Pool \u0026 Spa Water Analyzer","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start – Smart Pool \u0026amp; Spa Water Analyzer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start is a connected pool and spa water analyzer designed to make water maintenance easier. Kept directly in the water, it automatically monitors three essential parameters: pH, ORP (oxidation-reduction potential) and water temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iopool app turns these readings into clear, personalized maintenance recommendations. Instead of interpreting water tests yourself, you know when action is needed, which treatment to use and how much to add.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth and requires no subscription. For remote pool monitoring, the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/collections\/connected-analyzers\/products\/eco-start-and-connect\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEcO Start + Connect\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esolution adds the iopool cOnnect Bluetooth\/Wi-Fi gateway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor saltwater pools, choose the dedicated \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/collections\/connected-analyzers\/products\/eco-start-salt\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eEcO Start Salt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emodel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zbmvfXr4BaY?si=myO2bthrlIO3kX65\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake pool and spa maintenance easier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool water can change quickly. Rain, high temperatures, heavy swimming activity, filtration and chemical treatments can all affect its balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithout regular testing, a small change in pH or disinfecting capacity can develop into cloudy water, algae growth, ineffective chlorine or unnecessary chemical use. Manual test strips are useful, but they only provide a snapshot of the water at the moment of testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start provides automatic monitoring of the parameters that change most frequently, helping you identify imbalances earlier and make more informed treatment decisions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does EcO Start work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start stays directly in your pool or spa and monitors the water automatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst, its sensors measure pH, ORP and water temperature. These readings are then synchronized with the iopool app through Bluetooth when your smartphone is near the pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe app interprets the measurements and uses them to provide personalized maintenance recommendations. When an adjustment is required, the app guides you through the treatment and indicates how much product to add.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional parameters such as stabilizer (CYA), total alkalinity (TA) and calcium hardness (CH) are checked occasionally with test strips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start monitors and recommends treatments; it does not automatically add chemicals to the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSetting up EcO Start takes only a few minutes. Add the analyzer to your pool in the iopool app, place it in the water and connect to it via Bluetooth to retrieve your measurements and recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JWmim5x8cFw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does EcO Start measure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH indicates how acidic or alkaline your pool water is. Maintaining the correct pH helps improve swimmer comfort, protects pool equipment and allows disinfectants such as chlorine to work effectively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor most swimming pools, iopool recommends keeping pH around 7.2 to 7.4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/blogs\/pool-advices\/pool-ph-too-high-or-too-low-causes-effects-and-how-to-fix-it?_pos=11\u0026amp;_sid=809a1e3c3\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePool pH Too High or Too Low: Causes, Effects and How to Fix It\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP – oxidation-reduction potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP, also called Redox potential, is expressed in millivolts (mV). It indicates the water's ability to oxidize contaminants and therefore provides an indication of its disinfecting capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP is not the same as the amount of free chlorine in the water. Two pools with a similar chlorine concentration can have different disinfecting capacities depending on factors such as pH and stabilizer levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start therefore monitors the effectiveness of disinfection rather than directly measuring free chlorine concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature affects much more than swimming comfort. Warmer water can increase biological activity and change how quickly disinfectants are consumed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy monitoring temperature together with pH and ORP, the iopool app can provide more relevant guidance for your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat EcO Start measures — and what it does not\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatically monitored\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eORP \/ Redox\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatically monitored\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatically monitored\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree chlorine concentration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChecked with test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabilizer \/ CYA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChecked with test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal alkalinity \/ TA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChecked with test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcium hardness \/ CH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChecked with test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalinity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot measured by the standard EcO Start\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included 6-in-1 test strips complement the connected analyzer by checking the water parameters that do not require continuous monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/blogs\/pool-advices\/the-chemical-balance-of-your-pool-alkalinity-and-hardness?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=b26379124\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePool Water Alkalinity and Hardness: What They Are, Target Levels, and How to Correct Them\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe main benefits of EcO Start\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow when your water needs attention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular monitoring helps identify changes before they develop into more visible problems such as cloudy or green water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce guesswork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iopool app converts measurements into actionable recommendations instead of simply displaying numbers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the right amount of treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen treatment is required, the app indicates which product to use and the recommended quantity, helping avoid approximate dosing and unnecessary additions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpend less time testing manually\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start automatically follows pH, ORP and temperature. Test strips remain useful for parameters such as alkalinity, hardness and stabilizer, but they do not need to replace the connected monitoring of your main water parameters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo subscription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to the iopool app and its pool maintenance features does not require a monthly subscription.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for long-term pool monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start is designed to stay in the water during the swimming season so its sensors remain wet and can continue monitoring your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn current EcO V2 models, the battery and sensor module can be replaced when necessary, helping extend the useful life of the device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibration is not required when a new EcO Start is first installed. From the second season onward, calibration at the beginning of the season is recommended. For spas or indoor pools where the probe is never winterized, annual calibration is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the water becomes too cold, EcO Start should be placed in winter mode according to iopool's winter storage instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is EcO Start for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start is particularly useful for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily pools where water conditions can change rapidly depending on weather and swimming activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpas where smaller water volumes and higher temperatures can make water balance change quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst-time pool owners who want clear guidance instead of interpreting water chemistry alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperienced pool owners who want automatic monitoring between manual water tests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond homes and holiday properties when EcO Start is combined with the cOnnect gateway for remote monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe standard EcO Start is not designed for salt-treated pools. For a salt chlorination system, choose EcO Start Salt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does a connected pool water analyzer work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA connected pool water analyzer uses sensors placed directly in the water to monitor important water-quality parameters automatically. EcO Start measures pH, ORP and temperature and sends the readings to the iopool app. The app interprets the data and provides maintenance recommendations, reducing the need to rely only on occasional manual tests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between ORP and chlorine level?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA chlorine test measures the amount of chlorine present in the water, while ORP measures the water's oxidation-reduction potential, which is an indicator of disinfecting capacity. EcO Start measures ORP rather than free chlorine concentration directly. Factors such as pH and stabilizer can influence how effectively the chlorine already present in the water works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I still need test strips with a connected pool analyzer?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. EcO Start automatically monitors pH, ORP and temperature, but some slower-changing parameters still need occasional manual testing. The included 6-in-1 test strips allow you to check parameters such as stabilizer, alkalinity and hardness when recommended by the iopool app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose EcO Start?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start combines automatic water monitoring with practical treatment guidance in one system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the standard EcO Start, you get automatic pH, ORP and temperature monitoring through Bluetooth when you are near your pool. If you want access to your pool data while away from home, EcO Start + Connect adds the cOnnect gateway to relay the data through Wi-Fi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor salt-treated pools, a dedicated EcO Start Salt version is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll versions work with the iopool app without a subscription, allowing you to choose the connectivity and water-treatment compatibility that match your pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start also includes a 2-year warranty and is designed with replaceable components on the current V2 generation.\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\u003eWhat does EcO Start measure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start automatically measures pH, ORP (oxidation-reduction potential) and water temperature. These measurements are analyzed by the iopool app to provide personalized pool or spa maintenance recommendations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO Start measure chlorine directly?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. EcO Start measures ORP, which indicates the disinfecting capacity of the water, rather than directly measuring free chlorine concentration. Chlorine concentration can still be checked manually when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO Start work without Wi-Fi?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The standard EcO Start communicates with your smartphone using Bluetooth Low Energy, so a Wi-Fi connection is not required to retrieve measurements when you are near the pool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I monitor my pool remotely with EcO Start?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe standard EcO Start requires your smartphone to be within Bluetooth range of the pool, approximately 15 metres under suitable conditions. For remote monitoring, use EcO Start + Connect or add the iopool cOnnect Bluetooth\/Wi-Fi gateway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs EcO Start compatible with saltwater pools?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe standard EcO Start is not designed for salt-treated pools. If your pool uses a salt chlorinator, choose the dedicated EcO Start Salt model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO Start automatically add pool chemicals?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. EcO Start analyzes the water and the iopool app recommends the appropriate treatment and dosage. The user remains responsible for adding the treatment to the pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow often should EcO Start be calibrated?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA new EcO Start does not need to be calibrated when first installed. From the second season onward, iopool recommends calibration at the beginning of each season. For probes used year-round in a spa or indoor pool, annual calibration is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO Start require a subscription?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The iopool app and its maintenance recommendations are available without a monthly subscription.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52966169510218,"sku":"ECO-PROBE","price":279.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/9998\/2432\/files\/EcO_phone.png?v=1715072755","url":"https:\/\/iupool.com\/en-nl\/products\/eco-start","provider":"iopool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}