--- product_id: 24485300 title: "5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Tan" brand: "kestrel" price: "β‚±58613" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Kestrel" url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/24485300-5500-weather-meter-with-link-and-vane-mount-tan store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Bluetooth LiNK wireless sync 14 precise weather metrics MIL-STD-810G rugged & waterproof 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Tan **Brand:** kestrel **Price:** β‚±58613 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌦️ Master the elements with precision and style β€” your ultimate weather sidekick! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Tan by kestrel - **How much does it cost?** β‚±58613 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/24485300-5500-weather-meter-with-link-and-vane-mount-tan) ## Best For - kestrel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kestrel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Brave the Elements:** MIL-STD-810G drop-tested and IP67 waterproof design ensures durability in the harshest environments. - β€’ **Night Vision Backlit Display:** Stay informed day or night with a large, easy-to-read screen featuring night vision preserving lighting. - β€’ **Seamless Bluetooth Connectivity:** Effortlessly sync real-time data to your iOS/Android device with LiNK technology for instant insights anywhere. - β€’ **Comprehensive Weather Intelligence:** Track wind speed, direction, chill, temperature, humidity, pressure & moreβ€”all in one sleek device. - β€’ **Replaceable Impeller & Premium Build:** Engineered like a tank with a Nokia-level solid feel and user-replaceable impeller for long-term reliability. ## Overview The Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount is a rugged, professional-grade weather instrument offering 14 detailed environmental measurements. Featuring wireless Bluetooth LiNK compatibility for seamless data transfer to mobile devices, a backlit night-vision display, and a military-grade waterproof and drop-tested design, it’s engineered for accuracy and durability in demanding conditions. Perfect for professionals and enthusiasts who demand reliable, real-time weather data on the go. ## Description Buy Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Tan: Weather Stations - desertcart.com βœ“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Nice weather meter. - Pretty accurate device. The only issue is that the air temperature reading is slow to adjust when the winds are calm, especially if you take the device from inside a warm house out into the cold. Point the thermistor into the wind and the temperature will adjust more quickly. Update: I recently visited the summit of Mt. Washington and got to test this Kestrel meter. The altimeter and barometer adjusted perfectly as we ascended the auto road to the summit at 6288'. Works fine at 800 millibars and in strong winds. Altimeter matched the altitude marked on poles along the road. Review: Good but not worth the money Needs a GPS for better accuracy - Updated Review: 7/7/2025 I recently repurchased this unit for Christmas. This is about the most accurate weather sensor you can get. It is better than my AccuRite weather station. There are almost no other weather stations on the market that allow data to be transmitted by Bluetooth. The build quality of the '5500' is fantastic. It feels like you are holding a Nokia phone. It is extremely durable. The impeller is also replaceable, so if it does get damaged you can just switch it out with a new one. It can be a bit tricky to calibrate the compass, but if you watch some online tutorials it is doable. Everything about this is astetically pleasing. The impeller cover clicks into place, the buttons click nicely. Its built like a tank. It definitely is worth it to get the LiNK enabled Bluetooth model. I'm going to post my final review first, below was my initial review: The product is well built but it doesn't do enough for something that costs over $400. I would expect an integrated GPS at least. The product is well made and there is nothing wrong with it other than it is insanely expensive. My phone can tell my altitude and barometric pressure better than this can. The altitude is also frequently wrong (again it needs GPS for better accuracy). It is also only slightly more accurate than other cheap 20 dollar sensors. My initial review: For 400 dollars for a weather sensor I expect the best. The plastic film that covered the sensor was scratched (thankfully not the actual screen) out of the box and there were plastic hairs next to the buttons. I also saw logs from 2021 as well which either means they were logging in the factory and testing it or I was sold a used product as new. I think it was tested though based on the measurements. Its accurate but takes way too long to cool down. One of the selling points is that it takes a few seconds to take accurate measurements. Also the lithium battery is only half full per the indicator out of the box. It was also very cold when it was delivered. After using it for a day it is more accurate and faster to cool down than my Protomex which was 20 dollars. It really feels like a Nokia when you are holding it. Its solidly built. Everything that moves feels sturdy including the battery door and cover for wind protector. The propeller sounds a little brittle but that might just be the design and it works well. For some reason it is not taking a regular Energizer Max battery it only takes the liion version which are very pricey. The return is taking a lot longer than expected. ## Features - Multi-function weather meter with vane mount and wireless Bluetooth LiNK (iOS/Android compatible) - 14 measurements: wind speed/direction/chill, air/water/snow temperature, humidity, pressure and more - Large display is backlit and has night vision preserving lighting for readability day or night - Rugged, drop-tested (MIL-STD-810G), waterproof (IP67) design is made in the USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B017AF1N26 | | Are Batteries Included | Yes | | Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. (included) | | Best Sellers Rank | #106,967 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #5 in Weather Monitors | | Brand | Kestrel | | Color | Tan | | Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth | | Date First Available | October 28, 2015 | | Display Type | LCD | | Finish Type | Matte | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00730650001972 | | Included Components | … | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 1.2 ounces | | Item model number | OB-KEST-0855LVTAN | | Manufacturer | NK Kestrel | | Material | waterproof material | | Number of Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. (included) | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Product Dimensions | 2.01 x 0.39 x 0.75 inches | | Recommended Uses For Product | Residential, commercial, agricultural, and research applications | | Sensor Technology | Advanced (Proprietary) | | Shape | Rectangular | | Special Feature | Bluetooth Connectivity | | Specific Uses For Product | Residential, commercial, agricultural, and research applications | | Style | Modern | | UPC | 730650001972 | | Upper Temperature Rating | 50 Degrees Celsius | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kestrel - **Color:** Tan - **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth - **Material:** waterproof material - **Number of Batteries:** 1 AA batteries required. (included) - **Power Source:** Battery Powered - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Residential, commercial, agricultural, and research applications - **Special Feature:** Bluetooth Connectivity - **Specific Uses For Product:** Residential, commercial, agricultural, and research applications - **Style:** Modern ## Images ![5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Tan - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8180og0UtPL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is the van mount included in the 399 dollars ?** A: Yes **Q: Can you sync the 5500 with link to strelok pro ...if so bluetooth or wired** A: yes, you would be able to connect via bluetooth (link) **Q: If i leave this on my land can I get the temperature via this device 75 miles away? If this won't, what device will? Please help.** A: You need a PWS personal weather station like a Bloomsky or other models that will connect to a wifi connection and then you can use an app on your smart phone to monitor conditions when you are away. I have a Bloomsky Sky2 and a Storm rain collector/wind meter. I get real time conditions anytime I want. **Q: How much data can this product store, without the option link communication? is the communication link is an additional cost?** A: I’ve had mine storing data ever 12 hours for 2 months and it’s tegistering 0 memory used! It holds a ton of data! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice weather meter. *by A***R on November 29, 2019* Pretty accurate device. The only issue is that the air temperature reading is slow to adjust when the winds are calm, especially if you take the device from inside a warm house out into the cold. Point the thermistor into the wind and the temperature will adjust more quickly. Update: I recently visited the summit of Mt. Washington and got to test this Kestrel meter. The altimeter and barometer adjusted perfectly as we ascended the auto road to the summit at 6288'. Works fine at 800 millibars and in strong winds. Altimeter matched the altitude marked on poles along the road. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good but not worth the money Needs a GPS for better accuracy *by A***R on February 3, 2023* Updated Review: 7/7/2025 I recently repurchased this unit for Christmas. This is about the most accurate weather sensor you can get. It is better than my AccuRite weather station. There are almost no other weather stations on the market that allow data to be transmitted by Bluetooth. The build quality of the '5500' is fantastic. It feels like you are holding a Nokia phone. It is extremely durable. The impeller is also replaceable, so if it does get damaged you can just switch it out with a new one. It can be a bit tricky to calibrate the compass, but if you watch some online tutorials it is doable. Everything about this is astetically pleasing. The impeller cover clicks into place, the buttons click nicely. Its built like a tank. It definitely is worth it to get the LiNK enabled Bluetooth model. I'm going to post my final review first, below was my initial review: The product is well built but it doesn't do enough for something that costs over $400. I would expect an integrated GPS at least. The product is well made and there is nothing wrong with it other than it is insanely expensive. My phone can tell my altitude and barometric pressure better than this can. The altitude is also frequently wrong (again it needs GPS for better accuracy). It is also only slightly more accurate than other cheap 20 dollar sensors. My initial review: For 400 dollars for a weather sensor I expect the best. The plastic film that covered the sensor was scratched (thankfully not the actual screen) out of the box and there were plastic hairs next to the buttons. I also saw logs from 2021 as well which either means they were logging in the factory and testing it or I was sold a used product as new. I think it was tested though based on the measurements. Its accurate but takes way too long to cool down. One of the selling points is that it takes a few seconds to take accurate measurements. Also the lithium battery is only half full per the indicator out of the box. It was also very cold when it was delivered. After using it for a day it is more accurate and faster to cool down than my Protomex which was 20 dollars. It really feels like a Nokia when you are holding it. Its solidly built. Everything that moves feels sturdy including the battery door and cover for wind protector. The propeller sounds a little brittle but that might just be the design and it works well. For some reason it is not taking a regular Energizer Max battery it only takes the liion version which are very pricey. The return is taking a lot longer than expected. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful Handheld Weather Station *by B***N on March 17, 2022* Kestrel 5500 weather station arrived quickly from Amazon. Instructions were through and clear. This is a very high quality professional level instrument. Some reviews cite a lack of instructions. My device came with complete instructions. Kit included the carrying case; the 5500; a lanyard; a lithium battery; a weather vane kit for mounting the device to a tripod so it free wheels into the wind; and a link capability to bluetooth link the 5500 with a mobile device or PC. It also has a port for a wired connection to a PC. I found the device easy to use after spending about 30 minutes learning the simple menu system. You can customize a 3 row initial screen with measurements of your choice or scroll down to look at them individually. Some people are confused by the station pressure vs barometric pressure. Station pressure is the actual pressure at your station. As an example, my site is about 4300 feet above sea level. Station pressure in this case is the actual atmospheric pressure adjusted for the elevation since less air is above my site. It typically reads something like 25.xx inches of mercury for station pressure instead of 29.xx inches of barometric pressure. Pressure change is the most important thing to keep in mind and that change will ripple into both barometric and station pressure. You may find atmospheric pressure given both ways on some internet sites depending upon the site. Typically barometric pressure is more common and provides a simple way to track pressure changes. I've found that pressure going up causes wind as does pressure going down. Pressure going down is indicative of a low pressure storm moving in and increasing pressure indicates warmer weather coming. One needs to use the app for mobile devices to pair the 5500 with your mobile device via bluetooth (assuming you have the 5500 with link). I tried paring it without using the app and it would not connect. Just scroll thru the multiple screens on the app after it is loaded and you will get to a page where it allows you to connect to your mobile device. The Kestrel web site has great instructions on pairing as well. I hope this review helps to clear the air on this very powerful device. ## Frequently Bought Together - Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with Link and Vane Mount, Tan - Kestrel Rotating Vane Mount & Carry Case 5000 Series Black - Kestrel Portable Tripod with Clamp Black, Small --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/24485300-5500-weather-meter-with-link-and-vane-mount-tan](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/24485300-5500-weather-meter-with-link-and-vane-mount-tan) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*