Do your plants suffer when you travel?

Do you come home to withering and wilting plants after a relaxing holiday? Do you overwater and drown your plants? Do you forget about them until it’s too late? Or are you simply too busy? Fellow plant lovers, we’ve got you.

Introducing PlantMate

PlantMate is your ultimate solution for worry-free plant care. Unlike traditional methods, our innovative system ensures your plants receive the perfect amount of water they need, precisely when they need it. No more guessing, no more guilt. PlantMate is here to elevate your indoor gardening experience

With Plant Mate, you can enjoy lush, thriving plants effortlessly. Say goodbye to stressful plant care and let that greenery flourish.

Designed with precision in the heart of Switzerland, PlantMate embodies the highest standards of design and innovation, ensuring exceptional quality and performance for our backers. Check out some of the best bits:

Employing cutting-edge technology, our four smart soil sensors precisely gauge moisture levels in your plant’s soil. This data is then transmitted to the PlantMate app, allowing you to monitor your plant’s hydration status with unmatched accuracy. Through this technology, PlantMate ensures that your plants receive optimal moisture levels, enhancing their overall health and growth.

Think of these as your plant’s personal hydration assistants. PlantMate’s four water pumps ensure your plants receive the perfect amount of water they need. These pumps work with smart technology, so you don’t have to worry about overwatering or underwatering.

Imagine having a control center for your indoor garden, right in your pocket. PlantMate’s intuitive mobile app transforms your smartphone into a gardening tool. You can effortlessly monitor your plant’s wellbeing with real-time data at your fingertips. Check moisture levels, adjust watering schedules, and receive notifications – all from the convenience of your phone, making plant care a breeze.

The PlantMate water reservoir boasts a substantial 1.3-gallon (5-liter) capacity, designed for extended periods of autonomous plant care. What sets PlantMate apart is its expandable water tank system, compatible with various external water sources. Through an easy-to-operate inlet, PlantMate can seamlessly integrate additional water tanks of any size. It could be a bucket, it could be a vase, even a toilet! This game-changing feature allows for endless scalability, so you can care for extensive plant collections or ensure prolonged care during extended absences.

Chapter 1: The Journey Begins – Two Minds, One Vision

Meet Thomas and Sadri, the dynamic duo behind PlantMate. Driven by a shared passion for innovation solving everyday problems, they embarked on a mission to revolutionise plant care. Their entrepreneurial spirit and love of crafting gadgets – including an automatic drinks mixer for their parties – is what paved the way for what would soon become PlantMate.

Chapter 2: A Turning Point – From Adventure to Inspiration

During an unforgettable trip to Egypt, exploring ancient wonders and scuba diving, Thomas and Sadri returned home to a heartbreaking sight – their indoor plants had perished. This pivotal moment sparked an idea that would change the way people care for their plants – PlantMate was born.

Chapter 3: From Prototype to Reality – Crafting a Path

Driven by determination and expertise, Thomas and Sadri set out to create the first PlantMate prototype. Utilising Arduino and their 3D printer, they meticulously crafted a smart watering system that would bring life to homes and transform the plant care experience. Positive feedback from friends and family further fuelled their vision.

Chapter 4: Nurturing Growth – PlantMate Comes to Life

The positive response to the PlantMate prototype ignited a spark, leading Thomas and Sadri to establish PlantMate as a company. With a strong commitment to quality, customer support, and environmental consciousness, they nurtured the growth of PlantMate into what it is today – a game-changer in effortless plant care. Now, they’ve come to Kickstarter to make it a reality for plant lovers around the world.

Your support means the world to us, and we’re committed to keeping you informed throughout this journey, every step of the way.

Despite our careful planning and attention to detail, it’s crucial to recognize that Kickstarter campaigns can be influenced by external variables beyond our control.

We share your eagerness to receive your rewards, and we’re fully devoted to delivering them to you in the highest possible quality. Your satisfaction is paramount to us, and we’re thankful to have you as an integral part of our community.

We’re happy to offer flexible shipping options.

Shipping costs will be charged separately, prior to delivery, via the Backerkit survey.

Our estimated shipping is $25 for one PlantMate device for most countries, including North America and Europe. For 2 or more PlantMate devices, shipping will cost more than $25 but will be proportionally less for each additional device.

The rates are estimates based on today’s courier rates and may vary by the time the rewards are ready to ship. We are still actively looking for the best options for every territory.

Please note that the price of the item does not include additional duty and taxes that may be applied by individual countries according to their importation laws. 

Thank you for helping us to bring PlantMate to life, we cannot wait to bring effortless plant care into your home!

Risks and challenges

Embarking on a mission to revolutionize plant care with PlantMate is a hugely exciting endeavor. While we’re confident in our ability to deliver an outstanding product, we want to be transparent about the potential challenges we may encounter along the way.

PlantMate’s development represents the culmination of extensive research and innovation. Drawing upon the team’s experience in electrical and software engineering, as well as joining forces with an established and experienced Kickstarter agency in London, we’re well-prepared to navigate the complexities of product development, production and fulfilment to our Kickstarter backers.

Collaborating with trusted manufacturing partners and global distributors, we’ve established strong relationships that allow us to work efficiently towards fulfilling our commitments. However, it’s essential to acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances can impact production schedules. Factors like global events, supply chain disruptions, or unforeseen technical challenges may arise.

To address these potential challenges, we’ve built contingencies into our project plan, providing you with the most realistic delivery estimates.

We’re dedicated to overcoming any obstacles that may arise during this exciting journey. We’ll be committed to keeping our PlantMate community informed and engaged, providing regular updates on our progress. We’re up for the challenge and, together, we’ll bring PlantMate to life and revolutionize how you care for your beloved plants.

Environmental commitments

Long-lasting design

At PlantMate, we’re dedicated to excellence. We’ve carefully selected top-tier materials, including Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), for crafting our products. Collaborating with our trusted manufacturers, we maintain the highest standards across the entire production process. This meticulous approach, coupled with the superior quality of materials, ensures that your PlantMate will last. In addition, our innovative modular system design allows for easy part replacement, further extending its lifespan while reducing environmental impact.