Question 1

How is Sigfox different from LoRaWAN on a farm?

Accepted Answer

Sigfox rides a public network, like a mobile phone, so there is nothing to install on your land. LoRaWAN needs you to put up your own gateway, but in return handles more frequent and larger readings — better when you want denser sensing across the holding.

Question 2

What can a Sigfox sensor actually tell me?

Accepted Answer

Short facts: a level, a temperature, a location, an open or closed status. It sends up to 140 tiny messages a day — plenty for a level check or a position fix, but never video or photos.

Question 3

Will it reach my fields and outbuildings?

Accepted Answer

Sigfox has UK-wide coverage that keeps improving in rural areas. Check the online coverage map against your postcode and field locations before ordering to be sure of signal where you need it.

Question 4

How long will the battery really last out in the open?

Accepted Answer

Most sensors run 5–10 years on one battery. The exact figure depends on how often it reports and the battery size — report less often and it lasts longer, which suits set-and-forget land monitoring.

Question 5

Is there a subscription for every sensor?

Accepted Answer

Yes — each device carries a small annual subscription, usually £1–£10 depending on how chatty it is. There are no setup fees and no per-message data charges, so the cost stays predictable across a big fleet.

Question 6

Will a tracker still work if kit is moved abroad?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sigfox operates in over 75 countries with no SIM or settings to change, so a tracker on plant or a trailer keeps reporting if it crosses a border — useful for chasing stolen machinery.

Question 7

What if a sensor drops out of signal in a dead spot?

Accepted Answer

It holds the reading and tries again once it is back in coverage. Most devices can store several messages, so a temporary blind spot in a valley or steel shed rarely loses your data.

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