Discover the Perfect Portable Sensor for Your Needs

Precision, Portability, and Performance – Wherever You Go

When it comes to portable sensors, having the right tool at your fingertips can make all the difference. Whether you’re outdoors, on the water, or behind the camera, accurate and reliable data helps you make better decisions in real time.

The Calypso Instruments Portable Range

The Portable Range from Calypso Instruments has been designed to deliver professional-grade performance in a compact, easy-to-use format. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity, ultrasonic measurement technology, and a robust, maintenance-free design, these devices are trusted by both enthusiasts and professionals worldwide.

Each portable sensor combines precision engineering with intuitive usability, making advanced wind and environmental measurement accessible wherever your work or adventures take you.

Compare Features and Find the Right Fit

To help you choose the best portable sensor for your specific needs, we’ve created a detailed comparison table highlighting the key features of each model in the Portable Range.

From connectivity options to measurement accuracy and use-case suitability, the table below provides a clear overview to support confident decision-making.

⬇️ Calypso Instruments Product Comparison Table ⬇️

	Ultrasonic Portable Solar Wind Meter	ULP (Ultra-Low-Power) LoRa Ultrasonic Wind Meter	Ultrasonic Portable Mini (25m/s & 45m/s) Wind Meter	Ultrasonic Portable Mini AB (Applied Ballistics) Meter	WeatherDot (Temperature, Humidity & Pressure) Weather Sensor
Industry	Outdoors Maritime	Outdoors Golf Wind Energy Maritime Ballistics	Outdoors Maritime Firefighting	Outdoors Maritime Ballistics	Ballistics Firefighting
Wind Speed	Range: 1 – 25 m/s (2.24 – 56 mph) Accuracy: ±0.1 m/s at 10 m/s (0.22 mph at 22.40 mph)	Range: 0.5 – 25 m/s (1.12 – 56 mph) Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.22 mph at 22 mph) Threshold: 0.5 m/s (1.12 mph)	25m/s Model: Range: 1 – 25 m/s (2.24 – 56 mph) Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.67 mph at 22.40 mph) 45m/s Model: Range: 1 – 45 m/s (1.12 – 100 mph) Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.67 mph at 22.40 mph)	Range: 0.5 – 45m/s (1.12 – 100 mph) Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.67 mph at 22.40 mph)	—
Wind Direction	Range: 0-359º Accuracy: ± 1	Range: 0-359º Accuracy: ± 1	Range: 0-359º Accuracy: ± 1	Range: 0-359º Accuracy: ± 1	—
Wind Info	Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App	Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App	Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App	Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App	—
Sample Rate	Up to 1 Hz	Up to 1 Hz	Up to 1Hz	Up to 1Hz	From 1 Sample/second (1 Hz) – 1 Sample/24h (1.16 x 10^-5 Hz)
Sensors	Ultrasonic Transducers (4x)	Ultrasonic Transducers (4x)	Ultrasonic Transducers (4x)	Ultrasonic Transducers (4x)	BME280 & NTCLE350E4103FHBO
Power	Solar Panel Internal Battery Automatic Power Management	3.3 – 5V DC Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI)	Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI)	Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI)	Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI)
Battery Runtime	Up to 60 Days While Measuring	50 Hours of Active Use	150 Hours of Active Use	150 Hours of Active Use	150 Hours of Active Use at 1/3 Hz
Firmware	Upgradable via Bluetooth	Upgradable via Bluetooth	Upgradable via Bluetooth	Applied Ballistics compatible Upgradable via Bluetooth	Upgradable via Bluetooth
Data Output	Bluetooth 5.1 NMEA 2000 if used with NCP	Bluetooth 5.1 LoRa P2P (up to 3km direct line of sight) *Available for LoRa frequencies 868 and 915 MHz that will be added in the near future.	Bluetooth 5.1	Bluetooth 5.1	Bluetooth 5.1
Bluetooth Range	Up to 30m (98 ft.)	Up to 30m (98 ft.)	Up to 30m (98 ft.)	Up to 30m (98 ft.)	Up to 30m (98 ft.)
Data Storage	—	—	—	—	24,000 Data Points
Temperature	—	—	—	—	Range: -15ºC to 60ºC Accuracy: 0.5ºC at 25ºC Resolution: 0.1ºC
Humidity	—	—	—	—	Range: 20% – 80% Accuracy: ± 3.5% Resolution: ± 1%
Pressure	—	—	—	—	Range: 500 to 1200hPa Accuracy: +/- 1 hPa Resolution: 1 hPa
Material	Machine Engineered Plastic (Black)	Nylon Polymer (Black)	Machine Engineered Plastic (Black)	Mould Injected (Green)	Machine Engineered Plastic (Black)
Mount	T16 mm (0.63 in.) (M16 x 2) female thread screw	Tripod Mount (female thread screw) Base: 3 x M3 female tripod threads 3 × M4 female threads (UNC 1/4″-20 – tripod-compatible) Sides: 3 x M4 female threads (UNC 1/4″-20)	Tripod Mount (female thread screw)	Tripod Mount (female thread screw)	Tripod Mount (female thread screw)
Compatibility	Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches.	Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches.	Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches.	Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches. All compatible devices with Applied Ballistics.	Compatible with Ultrasonic Portable Mini Range (25m/s, 45m/s, AB)
Height	57 mm (2.24 in.)	95 mm (3.74 in.)	47 mm (1.85 in.)	47 mm (1.85 in.)	32 mm (1.26 in.)
Diameter	70 mm (2.76 in.)	70 mm (2.76 in.)	43 mm (1.69 in.)	43 mm (1.69 in.)	43 mm (1.65 in.)
Weight	145 grams (5.15 oz.)	213 grams (7.1 oz.)	78 grams (2.75 oz.)	78 grams (2.75 oz.)	40 grams (1.41 oz.)
IP Rating	IPX8 Protection Grade	IPX8 Protection Grade	IPX8 Protection Grade	IPX8 Protection Grade	IPX65 Protection Grade

Your Ideal Portable Sensor Awaits

Explore the features, benefits, and differences across the Portable Range and discover which device is the perfect companion for your next session, voyage, or project. With Calypso Instruments, precision travels with you.