Two different modes: four daily readings sent in one routine transmission, or an immediate transmission and more frequent GPS updates when unexpected movement triggers anti-theft mode.
ILLUSTRATIVE SYSTEM DEMO Sample data · Concept interface
SMARTBEEPRO / INSIDE THE HIVE
Temperature 35.6°CHumidity 61%
HIVE4 readings ↗1 DAILY TRANSMISSION
Beekeeper Dashboard Concept preview
01 / SENSE
A closer look inside.
Temperature and humidity readings help you follow conditions inside the hive.
35.6°C · 61% 4 readings per day
Reading 1Reading 2Reading 3Reading 4
Collected throughout the day, then sent together.
Placement shown schematically. Follow installation guidance for your hive.02 / TRANSMIT
From the hive to the app.
Device→Network→App
The built-in SIM sends the collected readings to your app in one daily transmission.
Hive 12 · Daily batch 4 readings → 1 transmission The app receives the day’s collected measurements.
Mobile coverage and local network compatibility are required.03 / REVIEW
See the pattern.
Compare the latest readings with earlier trends before your next visit.
Example readings, not a diagnosis. Keep inspecting your colonies.
Start inside the hive: SmartBeePro measures temperature and humidity.
Default routine: 4 readings per day, sent together once daily. Mobile coverage required. Explore Beekeeper Dashboard
SMARTBEEPRO + SMARTBEEGPS / GPS TRACKING
Know when your hive moves.
Both devices detect movement, send an alert and report GPS positions when connected.
EXAMPLE SCENARIO Scripted animation · Not a live location or alert
DEMO APIARY / HIVE 5
Hive stationary. Monitoring for movement.
Movement detected→Immediate transmission
Anti-theft mode does not wait for the routine daily transmission.
Hive 5 · Tracking Demo
At the apiary · No movement alert
Example position · At apiary
TransmissionOn standby
GPS updatesRoutine mode
Demo only: resolves this example alert. No device settings change.
A stationary hive at the apiary. Start the scenario to see unexpected movement.
Illustrative sequence. Alerts and GPS positions require connectivity. Sound is optional. View original app screen
03 / YOUR BEEKEEPING AI COPILOT
Keep your gloves on. Beezy takes notes.
From a spoken observation to an inspection record. Explore the workflow we’re building for your next hive visit.
Optional accessories, quoted separately. Our team will confirm compatibility, installation and availability.
In the field with AlUla, Sharjah and Saudi MEWA.
Projects with the Royal Commission for AlUla and Sharjah’s Department of Agriculture & Livestock, and a pilot with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture.
With the Royal Commission for AlUla
Hive monitoring with the Royal Commission for AlUla.
SmartBeePro deployed with the Royal Commission for AlUla, supported by fieldwork with the project team and local beekeepers.
With Sharjah’s Department of Agriculture & Livestock
Sharjah’s vision: 5,000 connected hives.
The project aims to connect 5,000 hives. Beekeeper.Tech has supplied 120 SmartBeePro devices to support hive monitoring and decisions informed by field data.
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture booth at LEAP 2025, Riyadh.
With Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
Completed pilot
Apiary tracking. Tested in the MEWA pilot.
Beekeeper.Tech carried out an apiary-tracking pilot for the ministry and presented its results at World Bee Day in Hail in May 2025.
About the pilot
Follow-up with the ministry team continued in June 2025 to discuss next steps and project requirements.
Saudi distribution partner
Saudi field expertise. Connected hive technology.
Al-Nahal Al-Jawal
Beekeeper.Tech’s distributor in Saudi Arabia.
A Saudi beekeeping and honey producer with more than 20 years of experience and mobile apiaries across the Kingdom. Together, we bring field expertise and connected technology closer to Saudi beekeepers.
Yes. Devices are currently out of stock. Send a reservation request with your device choice and quantity. No payment is required; our team will confirm availability and next steps. Stock and delivery dates are not guaranteed.
Can I start without a device?+
Yes. The Beekeeper app works without connected hardware. Start with a free plan for a limited number of hives and records. Ask our team about current limits and availability.
Will it work at my apiary?+
SmartBeePro uses a SIM-based GSM connection, so mobile coverage matters. Tell us your country and apiary location. Our team will confirm local network compatibility, device availability, shipping options, and applicable taxes before any purchase.
What is included, and what does it cost?+
SmartBeePro is $149 and SmartBeeGPS is $55. Each device requires a $5/month subscription for connectivity, monitoring, and alerts. The app has a free plan. Beezy, our AI copilot for beekeepers, is coming soon. All prices are in USD. See our pricing page for details.
Does this replace hive inspections?+
No. Monitoring and Beezy support your decisions between visits and in the field. Regular hands-on inspections remain essential.
Does every hive need both SmartBeePro and SmartBeeGPS?
No. SmartBeePro already includes GPS location and movement alerts, alongside temperature and humidity monitoring. SmartBeeGPS is the dedicated tracking option for hives that do not need those measurements. You do not need both devices on the same hive for these functions.
Do I need to equip every hive?
Not necessarily. You can place SmartBeePro in representative hives and choose GPS coverage according to your apiary layout and theft risk. A commercial deployment may use one Pro for 5–20 hives and one GPS tracker for 3–5 hives; these are planning examples, not a rule. Each device measures or tracks only the hive carrying it. A tracker can follow a group only while the hives stay together; fit each hive if you need individual tracking.
Can the devices harm bees?
Our product guidance reports no known adverse effect on bees and describes brief, non-intrusive transmissions. In normal operation, SmartBeePro collects four readings throughout the day and sends them together once daily, rather than transmitting continuously. Anti-theft mode transmits more frequently. Follow the installation instructions for your device and hive.
Do I need Wi-Fi at the apiary?
No Wi-Fi or local gateway is required. The devices use their own SIM and a compatible cellular network. Coverage at your apiary is still necessary: our team will confirm network compatibility for your location before you order.
How long do the batteries last, and how do I recharge them?
SmartBeePro lasts 6 months in normal operation, or up to 9 months with reduced reporting. Its built-in 5,000 mAh Li-ion battery charges by USB with a 2 A charger; a USB cable is included. SmartBeeGPS offers 1 year of standby autonomy and is also USB-rechargeable. Runtime depends on reporting frequency. Active tracking reduces runtime; external sensors also reduce SmartBeePro autonomy.
Tell us your country and apiary needs. We’ll confirm network compatibility, availability and shipping. Devices are out of stock; reservations require no payment and do not guarantee a delivery date.
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