The POGO Range: Choosing the Right Turf Intelligence Tool
All POGOs share the same research‑grade sensor technology and ecosystem, but differ in what they measure, how data is analysed, and how deeply users can interrogate turf performance.
What All POGOs Have in Common
√ At the heart of every POGO is the HydraProbe sensor, a research‑grade soil sensor trusted by institutions such as the USDA, NOAA, universities, and irrigation researchers worldwide. Importantly, this sensor requires no calibration and delivers repeatable, scientific‑grade readings in field conditions.
√ Every POGO also integrates with the TurfPro Mobile app, capturing measurements alongside precise GPS location data (sub‑metre to ~1 m accuracy), allowing spatial analysis of turf conditions over time.
Choosing the Right POGO - overview
The strength of the POGO ecosystem is that users can scale up — starting simple and adding capability as data confidence and operational needs grow.
Quick daily checks
POGO lite
Zone mapping & trends
POGO mini
Full performance diagnostics
POGO Pro+
POGO lite – Simple, Fast, and Accessible
BEST SUITED FOR:
Daily checks, entry‑level users, spot measurements, smaller facilities.
POGO lite is designed for turf managers who want fast, reliable readings without complex analysis. It measures:
√ Soil moisture
√ Electrical conductivity (EC)
Data can be viewed instantly through the TurfPro Mobile app, but does not require a cloud subscription. This makes POGO lite ideal for users who want accurate readings to guide day‑to‑day decisions without needing mapping or long‑term trend analysis.
KEY BENEFITS:
√ Lowest cost entry into the POGO ecosystem
√ Same trusted sensor as higher‑end models
√ Immediate feedback for irrigation and salinity decisions
√ No calibration, minimal setup
POGO mini – Mapping and Trend Analysis Made Practical
BEST SUITED FOR:
Golf courses, sports fields, regional managers, routine monitoring across zones.
POGO mini builds on the foundation of POGO lite by adding GPS‑enabled spatial analysis and access to TurfPro Cloud (Basic tier). It measures:
√ Soil moisture
√ EC
√ Salinity index
Each sample is automatically tagged with precise GPS coordinates, allowing users to visualise moisture, salinity, and variability across zones, rather than relying on isolated point readings.
KEY BENEFITS:
√ Sub‑metre GPS accuracy for repeatable sampling
√ Visual mapping of problem areas
√ Early detection of dry spots, salinity build‑up, and inconsistency
√ Ideal balance between cost and analytical power
POGO Pro+ – Full Turf Intelligence and Precision Decision‑Making
BEST SUITED FOR:
Championship surfaces, high‑performance turf, large operations, data‑led management.
POGO Pro+ is the most advanced device in the range. It measures the four most influential turf performance variables simultaneously:
√ Soil moisture
√ Electrical conductivity (EC)
√ Salinity index
√ Canopy (surface) temperature
√ Optional soil temperature at depth (via probe)
When paired with TurfPro Cloud (Pro tier), POGO Pro+ transforms raw data into visual insight, highlighting not just what is happening, but why it’s happening and where action is required.
KEY BENEFITS:
√ Sub‑metre GPS accuracy for precise stress mapping
√ Canopy temperature to detect heat stress before visual symptoms
√ Advanced analytics including distribution uniformity (DU)
√ Pin placement planning, irrigation assessment, and asset mapping
√ Long‑term trend data for strategic decision‑making
Why GPS‑Enabled Turf Data Matters
Unlike handheld moisture meters that provide isolated readings, POGO’s integrated GPS allows turf managers to:
√ Re‑sample the exact same locations over time
√ Identify chronic problem areas vs one‑off anomalies
√ Map irrigation system performance and variability
√ Communicate turf conditions clearly to teams and stakeholders
POGO’s GPS accuracy is typically within one metre and often sub‑metre, significantly better than standard smartphone GPS alone.
POGO isn’t just about measuring moisture. It’s about understanding turf behaviour spatially and over time, enabling better irrigation efficiency, improved turf quality, and more confident management decisions — whether you’re managing a sports field golf course or multiple council fields.