The connected beehive
Since 2013, OPTIBEE designs and manufactures in France hive scales for beekeepers
OPTIBEE, French manufacturer of connected beehives, offers a support system for beekeepers
New for 2026: OPTIBEE MEGA, the transmitter on the multi-operator LTE-M network that significantly reduces coverage gaps
Unique system measuring and transmitting in real time the weight of the hive and the conditions of the apiaries.
The DNA of OPTIBEE is to help beekeepers on a daily basis, which is why we are constantly looking for reliability, robustness and ease of use.
"Designed and manufactured in France by Cad Création "
The product
Features
The scale
100% Aluminum structure: Robust and easy to handle
200 kg measuring capacity: Adapts to most beehive configurations
Battery life up to 24 months (unlimited with the MEGA solar version)
Cannot be used in the event of theft
Warranty up to 10 years depending on model
The dashboard
Real-time monitoring of colony production
Configuration of email and SMS alerts to be notified in the event of a change in the weight of a hive
Intuitive analysis of data, visualization on a map of apiaries and production
Overview of the weather conditions on your apiaries from D to D + 7
Customer service
Thanks to the design of the scale and our sense of service, we are committed to ensuring an after-sales service that allows you not to waste time and thus maximize the operating time of Optibee on your apiaries.
Unlimited email support
The network
Data transmission relies on two low-power networks, for the best coverage on every apiary: Sigfox, our historical partner since 2013, and now the multi-operator LTE-M network (SIM card included) which significantly reduces coverage gaps.
Sigfox models are category 0 certified, the highest transmission quality level defined by the operator.
The LTE-M transmitter is 100% compatible with Optibee scales already in service: a quick connector lets you swap it in seconds.
Maintenance and reliability
Modular design to facilitate after-sales service
The maintenance operations on the scale consist of changing the batteries (approximately every two seasons).
You have notified yourself by email of the need to intervene.
Complies with European standards, CE and RED marking issued by an independent accredited laboratory
Security and confidentiality
The data sent by Optibee belongs to you, we are committed to keeping all the information collected confidential.
Optibee does not have a GPS chip. The scales are therefore not locatable except by yourself.
Access to data is protected by an encryption system of the same level as e-commerce sites.
Your data is backed up regularly so that in the event of failure Optibee keeps a history of them.
The 2026 range
OPTIBEE MINI — Optibee quality essentials, 2-year warranty
OPTIBEE MAXI — the reference, 10-year warranty
OPTIBEE MEGA — new: multi-operator LTE-M network, solar panel and unlimited battery life, 10-year warranty (pre-order, delivery late October / early November)
Meet us at the Agen beekeeping fair (France), October 1–4, 2026
Testimonials
They trust us
“… the model most used by professionals …”
source: The Beekeeper fact sheets by Gilles Fert published by Rustica
Link: https://www.apicultureaquitaine.fr
The Adapi observatory in 2017 will attempt to assess the influence of the geographical location of apiaries on the performance of colonies (in collaboration with INRA BioSP).
Weight gain can be viewed in real time with beehives placed on Optibee automatic scales throughout the lavender campaign.
The Adaaq Sunflower Observatory uses Optibee to study factors that explain variations in sunflower honeydew.
LINK: http://adaaq.adafrance.org/infos/tournesol.php
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