Farmo Smart Plug Control panel with a switch labeled 'Auto' 'Off' and 'On'on a wooden surface.
remote pump control
Farmo Smart Plug Control panel with a switch labeled 'Auto' 'Off' and 'On'on a wooden surface.
remote pump control
Farmo Smart Plug Control panel with a switch labeled 'Auto' 'Off' and 'On'on a wooden surface.
remote pump control

$17 per device/month (ex GST)

Your monthly fee covers the SIM card and network connectivity for your device. Farmo runs it all so you're not chasing a separate phone plan.

On top of that, you get the Farmo App, up to 5 users, unlimited email alerts, 20 SMS alerts per device, and scheduled reports — all included, no add-ons required.

Farmo Smart Plug 240

$799.00 AUD
$799.00 AUD
Tax included.

Are you still driving hours to manually start or stop a pump, or coming home to find it's been running all day into an overflowing tank? The Farmo Smart Plug 240 turns any standard 15A 240V power outlet into a remotely controlled smart outlet, giving you full control of your pump or powered equipment from anywhere. 
Cellular NB-IoT
IP67 Waterproof
240 > 24V DC 1A Power Supply Adapter
Email & SMS Notifications

Managing pumps across a large or remote property is one of the most time-consuming and fuel-expensive tasks in farming. Whether it's filling a distant tank, running an irrigation cycle, or responding to a low-level alert at 2am, the trips add up fast. The Farmo Smart Plug 240 is a cellular controller that connects between your powered device and any standard 15A 240V single-phase outlet.

Controlled through the Farmo App, it gives you manual on/off control, scheduled automation, and the ability to trigger the pump automatically based on custom thresholds from other Farmo devices e.g. trigger the pump automatically based on tank levels using data from the Farmo tank sensor. Because both the controller and your sensors are cloud-connected, they don't need to be near each other; a pump and tank sensor hundreds of kilometres apart can work together seamlessly.

Data Includes:

  • Pump Status (On/Off)

Alerts:

  • Switch On Time (mins)
  • Switch Off Time (mins)

A risk assessment must be completed and actioned before operating machinery remotely.

After a completed risk assessment with a certified electrician, the installation is simple. Simply plug the Smart Plug 240 between your pump or powered equipment and the 15A 240V power outlet, then activate the device via the Farmo App. The built-in NB-IoT/Cat-M1 SIM connects over the cellular network and the device receives commands from the Farmo App in real time. rom the app, you can switch the pump on or off manually, set a schedule, or configure automatic trigger-based control linked to a different Farmo device. The device includes an onboard Auto/Off/On switch so the pump can also be operated manually on-site if needed.

Assembly Instructions
Product dimensions Clear enclosure 15cm Height x 20cm Width x 10cm Depth • Comms unit 10cm Height x 8cm Width x 4cm Depth
Sensor type Latching type relay
Capacity 240V 15A loads up to 2HP
Connectivity Cellular (NB-IoT/Cat-M1)
Network coverage required Yes. Telstra (default), Optus and international
Waterproof Enclosure - IP67, Cable Connections - No
Power source 240 > 24V DC 1A Power Supply Adapter
Subscription required Yes

Warranty

Farmo devices are covered by a 12 month back-to-base warranty. After the standard warranty period expires we apply a pro-rata warranty up to 24 months.


Care & Maintenance

Keep the power plugs clean and dry

How Our Customers Use Farmo to Stay Ahead

Start and Stop Your Pump From Anywhere

Whether you're in town, on another property, or at home on the couch, open the Farmo App and switch your pump on or off instantly.

Automate Tank Filling Based on Water Level

Link the Smart Plug 240 to a Farmo Water Tank Level Monitor and set it to automatically start the pump when levels drop and stop it when the tank is full, even if the pump and tank are hundreds of kilometres apart.

Scheduled Control

Programme irrigation or pump cycles to run at specific times of day through the Farmo App. Combine schedules with sensor triggers for total control.

Automate Your Irrigation

Link the Smart Plug 240 to the Farmo Soil Moisture sensor and set a trigger in the App so that when the soil moisture drops below a specific level, the Smart Plug automatically turns on the water. Once the sensor reaches your the soil hydration threshold, it turns the plug off.

The Farmo App Experience

Live Pump Visibility

Switch your pump or powered equipment on or off from anywhere, at any time, directly from the Farmo App. See the current status of your devices across your property in one unified feed. 

Real Time Alerts

Choose from manual control, time-based scheduling, sensor-triggered automation, or a combination of all three. Configure and adjust your settings in the app and get real time alerts to your phone.

History & Status Tracking

Review a full log of when your pump ran. Use the data to fine-tune your irrigation schedules, understand water usage patterns, and catch anything unexpected. 

Trial The App
$17 per device/month (ex GST)

farmo app subscription

Purchase your device once, then choose a monthly subscription per device for connectivity, data, alerts, and app access. Each plan includes the Farmo App, access for up to 5 users, all connectivity fees, unlimited email alerts, 20 SMS alerts per device each month, scheduled reports, and data downloads. 

Customers Are Saying

Let customers speak for us

from 23 reviews

The electric fence sensors and water rats have provided peace of mind knowing that the cattle are where they should be and with water in the troughs.
Great customer support when I experienced issues with fence sensors.

jeanette

I had a real problem getting accurate and up to date rain data on our farm in far east Gippsland when I spend most of the time in Melbourne. The rain gauge through Farmo solved the problem and the support and backup with questions was great

Mick

We have been using Water Rats for a number of years to monitor outlying or problem troughs. This has proven to be very successful giving peace of mind that water is available for cattle at the specified locations. We have had no issues with the flexiblity, reliability of the Water Rat. It is also helpful that we are linked in via Agriwebb.

malcolm

The "Water rat" is a simple unit that works well.
No installation. Easy to shift from one trough to the next.
Our unit stopped working, & Farmo promptly replaced it with a new unit, no hassles.

Michelle

Great tank monitoring system

Mitchell

Having a level meter on our water tank has meant so much to us in the last 12 months. There’s a huge sense of security in being able to detect unusual level changes, both monitoring the activity of our solar pump and also, during the dry season, the demand on our storage tank. Definitely a really worthwhile investment. Thoroughly recommend this little device.

James

Farmo has been great to deal with—excellent customer service and a team that genuinely cares. Their technology is simple to use and maintain, making it perfect for agriculture. Reliable, well-designed products and great support. Highly recommend!

Bryce

We had issues connecting with the WaterRat when we activated it but, working with customer service they quickly resolved the problem. The WaterRat was a cow life saver!! Our landowner, for some reason, shut the water off while we were away. The WaterRat alerted us when the tank was low and the device tipped on its side, with a stretch of 30+ weather it was worth its weight in gold!! Customer service is amazing!! I will be ordering more for all our pastures.

Dux

We use Farmo water rats in our troughs to keep an eye on the water levels . We can easily move them , as simple as taking them out and throwing them in the next trough as the cattle move paddocks . We can set alerts on our phones to let us know if a trough is empty . With tests they send the alert text within 10 seconds of tilting . They are very easy and cost effective.

Sonia

FAQs

Yes, as long as there’s mobile network coverage (Telstra by default) the device will work. Data is sent over the specialised long distance CatM1/Nb-IoT part of the 4G and 5G networks, so you will find coverage goes further than voice calls on handsets.

Controlled via the Farmo App, the Farmo Smart Plug 240 can be set to operate in the following modes:

  • Manual control: Switch on and off directly from the Farmo App
  • Scheduled control: Switch on and off automatically based on schedules set in the Farmo App
  • Sensor-based control: Switch on and off based on water tank levels or soil moisture
  • Combined triggers: Use a mix of conditions - for example, only switch on when tank levels drop and it’s within a scheduled time window

All modes are fully configurable in the Farmo App, where you can also monitor real-time status and review historical data.

Yes. Because both the Smart Plug 240 and your Farmo sensors are cloud-connected rather than locally paired, they can operate independently of physical distance. Farmers routinely use this setup to automate water movement between tanks or paddocks that are hundreds of kilometres apart.

No. The Farmo Smart Plug 240 is designed for plug-in installation, simply connect it between your pump and a standard 15A 240V single-phase power outlet. Please note: for remote machine operation, a risk assessment must be completed and actioned.

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