Monty Monitor
Tired of struggling with your compost? Fed up with stinky piles and pesky pests that are hard to manage?
Monty Monitor is your own compost coach helping you tackle compost challenges. Monty will track, manage and analyse your compost so that you can waste less and compost more.
Why Monty?
Monty keeps you informed about your compost's well-being and ensures your pile remains odour-free and pest-resistant, all while encouraging nutrient-rich compost production.
Real-Time Monitoring: Monty takes readings every 15 minutes. Know what's happening in your compost 24 hours a day.
Personal Compost Coach: Get custom guidance and recommendations that will help you compost better.
Save Time and Resources: Save your time, effort and money from fixing a compost gone wrong.
What's Included
- Monty Monitor
- Wireless Charger
- Micro-USB Cable
Benefits
- Easier composting
- Personalised compost guidance
- Save time and effort
- Get nutrient-rich compost faster
Enjoy Free Shipping
- Free shipping worldwide
- 100% compostable packaging
Solving composting issues with real-time monitoring and accountability for effortless, efficient composting
Experience Monty
I think Monty and the app are great tools for beginner gardeners or composters to help them learn more about composting and improve their skills to make wonderful black gold for their garden.
Monty has taken all of their science-y knowledge, and distilled it into an easy-to-use, easy-to-understand system: a UFO-like stick that lives in your compost with Bluetooth connection to an app that monitors your compost, and offers helpful tips to improve it!
Setting up my monty literally took SECONDS. It just sits in your compost and does the guesswork for you. If you’ve ever been confused by what makes a healthy compost, and what to do to amend your heap for an optimal environment, this monitor will be your best friend!
After having a few sludgy composts that we had to work hard to fix, it's been so interesting to monitor our compost and get a view into what's going on inside the bins.
How It Works
Smart Composting In Three Simple Steps
Monty solves common composting problems like inconsistent results and uncertainty about your pile's health by providing real-time insights and personalised guidance, making successful composting easier than ever.
Step 1
Set Up Your Compost
Monty is compatible with any type of home or small-scale composting set-up, including:
🗑️ Compost Bins
↩️ Tumblers
🪱 Worm Farms
🪵 Compost Bays
🍂 Open Piles
Step 2
Set Up Your Monty Monitor
Place Monty in the middle of your compost to start collecting temperature, moisture and gas data. You can leave it there 24/7, only needing to remove it once every few months to charge.
Step 3
Connect Your Mobile
Connect to Monty Monitor using our free and easy-to-use app Monty Mobile.
Sync up via Bluetooth when you're near your compost and Monty will create a personalised plan to help you maintain and improve your composting practices.
Results
Get Better Compost
With Monty by your side, you’ll get daily, data-driven insights to maintain your compost and create healthy soil for your garden.
Gone are the days of smelly, slow, confusing compost piles. Monty is your compost's very own personal trainer!
The Monty Breakdown
Monty Monitor uses temperature, gas and moisture sensors to deliver readings every 15 minutes so you can know what's happening in your compost 24/7.
Learn more and get engaged with your composting through custom, data-driven recommendations and notifications to help you compost better.
Follow Monty's recommendations to compost successfully without the smells, pests and any issues that lead to an unhealthy pile.
No more endless Googling irrelevant compost blogs. Notifications and recommendations are based on your Monty's real-time data analysis of your compost so everything is customised to you.
Save your time, effort and money from fixing a compost gone wrong. Enjoy the rewards and benefits of creating nutrient-rich soil for your garden with the power of Monty.
Monty Monitor uses temperature, gas and moisture sensors to deliver readings every 15 minutes so you can know what's happening in your compost 24/7.
Learn more and get engaged with your composting through custom, data-driven recommendations and notifications to help you compost better.
Follow Monty's recommendations to compost successfully without the smells, pests and any issues that lead to an unhealthy pile.
No more endless Googling irrelevant compost blogs. Notifications and recommendations are based on your Monty's real-time data analysis of your compost so everything is customised to you.
Save your time, effort and money from fixing a compost gone wrong. Enjoy the rewards and benefits of creating nutrient-rich soil for your garden with the power of Monty.
Connect With Monty Mobile
Track Trends and Changes
Monty automatically gives you a detailed analysis of your compost 24/7. Track compost trends and progress daily, weekly, monthly or yearly.
Your Compost Coach
Monty Mobile is your digital compost coach, here to help you with your compost every hour of the day. Monty is here to help you stay in routine with new, relevant and personalised notifications based on your composting habits.
Sync Up To Monty
The Monty Mobile dashboard is your home-base to sync your Monty and quick-view your compost data. Check on the current status of your compost and watch the icons update as you progress.
Drill Into Data
Dig deeper into your data by tapping on each the corresponding icon. From here, you can view specific compost readings and even view daily, weekly, monthly and yearly charts of your compost journey.
Our Connected Compost Community
Don't just take our word for it, see what other Connected Composters are saying and join the Monty Community.
Sophia, WA
Sophia's Veggie Patch
I love knowing I have that support to gain more knowledge about soil health and learn how to treat my compost correctly to achieve a healthy outcome.
Russel, QLD
Russel's Organic Farm
From the outside my heap seemed to be doing its thing. But thankfully the data was able to tell another story. With a little research the basic learning was: - Way too much brown content! I was aiming for a 2:1 composition of brown to green, but its amazing just how much green that is when you squish it down and compare bucket to bucket! I've been collecting ever since, so hopefully the balance is better for the next attempt. - Way too dry! Those brown layers suck up the moisture. I just didn't add enough water to keep things moist as it heated up.
Steph, NSW
Stephanie's Worm Farm
Setting up my monty literally took SECONDS. It just sits in your compost and does the guesswork for you.
If you’ve ever been confused by what makes a healthy compost, and what to do to amend your heap for an optimal environment, this monitor will be your best friend!
Brooke, QLD
Brooke's Flower Garden
I have no idea where to begin or how to manage a compost bin so Monty has taken away the guess work.
Sarah, WA
Sarah's Compost Bays
Monty has taken all of their science-y knowledge, and distilled it into an easy-to-use, easy-to-understand system: a UFO-like stick that lives in your compost with Bluetooth connection to an app that monitors your compost, and offers helpful tips to improve it! I’ve been enjoying using the system for a while now.
Lysha, SA
Lysha's Backyard Bins
After having a few sludgy composts that we had to work hard to fix, it's been so interesting to monitor our compost and get a view into what's going on inside the bins.
Why Composting Is Better With Monty
With Monty
Without Monty
✅ No more bad smells
❌ Soggy and stinky piles
✅ Get in before the bugs do
❌ Unwanted compost critters
✅ Quit the guessing game
❌ Confusion and obstacles
✅ Get better results faster
❌ Slow decomposition
FAQs
Where do you ship to?
Currently, we are shipping to Australia and the USA. If you're in Australia, enjoy free domestic shipping on us!
For orders from other countries, send us a message and we'll get a special order set up for you.
How long will it take to get my order?
Orders to Australian addresses will arrive within 1 week of dispatch. Generally, we ship your orders as soon as you place them!
What type of sensors does Monty have?
The current version of Monty Monitor has three sensors that together measure temperature, humidity, air pressure, air quality and volatile organic compounds.
How do I connect to Monty?
Download the Monty Mobile app on your phone and follow the connection steps on the screen. Remember to switch on your phones Bluetooth!
What is Monty Mobile?
Monty Mobile is Monty Monitor's companion app. Monty Mobile uses our advanced compost analysis model to collate your compost data. That's not all, Monty Mobile includes a whole heap of other fun features like games, compost definitions, learning resources and more!
Is Monty waterproof?
It is more appropriate to say the Monitor is splash-proof - it can stay outdoors in your compost or in the rain with no issues but avoid submerging it in any water or subjecting it to heavy washing.
How do I charge Monty?
Monty Monitor charges wirelessly. So all that is required is to place the Monitor on the charging pad. Ensure that your Monitor is centred on the wireless charging pad. A successful charging connection is indicated by a light on the top point of the monitor. This can vary from red, blue, yellow, green or flashing white. Lights may change during charging, so it is best to leave it on charge for 4-6 hours.
How long does Monty's battery last?
With one to two daily connections, your Monitor should last around a month before it needs to be charged again.
Where can I find Monty's charger?
In order to minimise packaging, we store the charger inside the main Monty Monitor packaging! Simply pull out the insert supporting the stem and the charging pad box and the charging cable box will be inside. To note: the insert is fit very snug so don't worry if you have to use some force to pull it out.
What is Monty made out of?
Monty Monitor is made to last with ABS plastic. This material doesn't break down over time or release harmful chemicals, so your compost is in safe hands. The plastic enclosure is fully recyclable and internal electronics are almost entirely recyclable. As we had to prioritise durability, materials used within Monty Monitor are not compostable. We don't want Monty breaking down and decomposing in your compost of course!
Where is Monty made?
Monty is made right here in Queensland, Australia! We worked with local Queensland businesses to bring your smart composting companion Monty to life.